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Job overview
This is a very exciting opportunity for a Deputy Ward Manager to join the team on this busy 16 bedded Surgical ward who provide care for both NHS and Private patients.
We are looking for a dynamic , highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join our Multi-disciplinary team. Providing high quality nursing care within this busy ward.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, team working skills and dedicated to improving the patients experience.
You will need to demonstrate continuing professional development and a strong commitment to develop others and work closely within a Multidisciplinary team.
Applicants must be able to evidence or demonstrate experience of working as a Band 5 or previous experience as a Band 6 within the surgical field.
Experience with the private patient service is desirable.
**Note: experience with the private patient service desirable**
Main duties of the job
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Supportive of colleagues
- High level of personal and professional credibility
- Well motivated
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work in changing environments
- Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing
Knowledge
Essential
- Application of current nursing issues and healthcare governance
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of management experience
- Evidence of change management
- Application of evidence based practice
- Evidence of developing high standards of patient care
- Lead role in education of staff and patients
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse, current NMC registration
- Post registration qualification in speciality
Desirable
- 1st level degree
- Teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent
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This advert is for Deputy Ward Manager with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Liverpool, North West, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 13 Jul 2026.
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