Ward Manager- [contact details removed] - A
At a glance
- Band
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 09/09/2026
- Closes
- 22/09/2026
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Role summary
This role is for an experienced and dynamic Ward Manager to lead a 25-bedded Stroke Rehabilitation Unit. The successful candidate will be responsible for the operational management and development of effective systems to enhance patient safety and quality of care. They will lead and support a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. The manager will also implement clinical protocols and drive service improvement initiatives to ensure patient-centered, evidence-based rehabilitation.
Essential criteria
- Nurse with current registration on Part 1 of the NMC register or Therapist with current HCPC registration
- Degree in Nursing or BSc in related topic
- Significant experience as a team lead or shift lead at Band 6 or higher in a ward setting
- Experience of effective management of staff/ teams including management of conflict, performance, competency and sickness
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience as a Ward Manager
- [contact details removed] or Neurology
- Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent Communication Skills- Written and Verbal
- Ability to prioritize and delegate work appropriately
- Ability to demonstrate innovative and creative thinking, motivate others and drive change
- Understanding of SSNAP (Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme) and its relevance to the clinical area
- Nurse with current registration on Part 1 of the NMC register or Therapist with current HCPC registration
- Degree in Nursing or BSc in related topic
- Significant experience as a team lead or shift lead at Band 6 or higher in a ward setting
- Experience of effective management of staff/ teams including management of conflict, performance, competency and sickness
- Previous experience as a Ward Manager
- [contact details removed] or Neurology
- Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent Communication Skills- Written and Verbal
- Ability to prioritize and delegate work appropriately
- Ability to demonstrate innovative and creative thinking, motivate others and drive change
- Understanding of SSNAP (Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme) and its relevance to the clinical area
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 7 at £46,148 – £52,809 a year, across England.
This advert: £49,387 – £56,515 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Ward Manager- [contact details removed] - A
The closing date is 22 September 2026
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced, motivated and dynamic leader to manage our 25-bedded Stroke Rehabilitation Unit. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with strong leadership, organizational and operational management skills who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
The successful candidate will lead the development and implementation of effective systems and processes that enhance the safety, quality and efficiency of stroke rehabilitation services. You will inspire and support a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of excellence, continuous improvement and compassionate care.
Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, you will develop and implement clinical protocols, drive service improvement initiatives, and ensure patients receive evidence-based rehabilitation tailored to their individual needs. You will play a pivotal role in enabling patients to achieve the best possible outcomes throughout their rehabilitation journey while supporting staff development and maintaining high standards of clinical practice.
Main duties of the job
- Provide professional and operational leadership with continuing responsibility for the 24-hour management of the Stroke Rehabilitation Unit, ensuring the deliver
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