About this role
Job summary
Location: ellenor, Coldharbour Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 7HQ.
Salary: £49,737 to £54,349 per annum, depending on experience.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Application deadline: 30 June 2026
We are seeking an experienced, compassionate and inspirational Ward Manager to lead our Hospice Inpatient Unit. This is a rewarding opportunity for a skilled nursing leader who is passionate about delivering outstanding specialist palliative and end-of-life care while supporting patients and families through some of life's most important moments.
Main duties of the job
The Ward Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operational and clinical management of the hospice ward. Working collaboratively with medical colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will coordinate admissions, care planning and discharge pathways while maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice and governance.
You will lead and develop a dedicated nursing team, fostering a positive, supportive and high-performing culture that reflects our organisational values and commitment to excellence.
About us
At ellenor, youll find a supportive and friendly working environment. We believe our team is crucial to our mission, which is why we actively encourage and foster the personal and professional growth of our staff.
Job description Job responsibilities
We are looking for a motivated and experienced registered nurse who can demonstrate:
You are registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
Significant post-registration clinical experience, ideally within palliative care, hospice care, oncology or a related specialty.
Proven leadership and management experience within an inpatient or community healthcare setting.
Strong clinical knowledge and commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care.
Excellent communication, organisational and decision-making skills.
Experience of managing teams, developing staff and leading change.
Knowledge of clinical governance, quality improvement and workforce management.
A compassionate, inclusive and collaborative leadership style.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Must be NMC registered, see attached job description for full information of requirements.
Desirable
Must be NMC registered, see attached job description for full information of requirements.
Qualifications Essential
Must be NMC registered, see attached job description for full information of requirements.
Desirable
Must be NMC registered, see attached job description for full information of requirements.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Ellenor
Address Coldharbour Road
Gravesend
Kent
DA11 7HQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ellenor.org (Opens in a new tab)