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Ward Manager

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

St Annes, FY8 1PB

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

8 September 2026

8 days left

Job description

A Ward Manager is a senior nurse responsible for the day to day leadership and operation of a hospital ward. The role combines clinical expertise, sta...

The main duties of the job are

Patient Care and Safety

Team Leadership

Operational Management

Communication

We are looking for a highly motivated. dedicated Rehabilitation Ward Manager, with experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in delivering high quality rehabilitation and patient centred care. Skilled in clinical leadership, staff development, discharge planning and operational management within a fast paced healthcare environment. The ward is a 24 bedded, mixed sex, rehabilitation ward and we care for individuals recovering from illness, injury, surgery or long term health needs.

Working as a Ward Manager, you will manage a team of individuals and together you will make a meaningful impact on patient care while leading and developing a multi-disciplinary team within a values-driven organisation.

You will work with teams within the organisation to improve patient outcomes and drive service improvement, contributing to Quality Improvement initiatives, staff well being and creating a positive ward culture that supports both patients and colleagues.

Training opportunities will be provided to develop and enhance your career progression.

Patient centred and compassionate leadership style

Essential

  • Patience centred and compassionate leadership style

Desirable

  • Teaching or coaching experience

Experience

Essential

  • Competent in being an effective ward manager

Desirable

  • Leadership

Understanding of Safeguarding and Infection Prevention

Essential

  • Understanding of Safeguarding and Infection Prevention

Desirable

  • Experience leading QI projects

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

26 August 2026

Last checked

28 August 2026

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About the employer

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Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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