Job summary
The post holder has a key leadership and management role at a senior level, will provide specialist skills and knowledge to support the organisation and delivery of care for patients within Acute Medicine. This will incorporate the provision of care to patients and their families in accordance with the philosophy and standards of care within the area, ensuring that Trust values and standards of care are upheld.

The Ward Manager has a fundamental role in the delivery of high standards of nursing care, ensuring an environment that is conducive to wellbeing and contributing to effective budgetary management.

The post holder is expected to actively contribute to the achievement of the competencies of this role as outlined in the KSF post outline for this post.

Main duties of the job
In conjunction with the Matron, s/he will deliver the function of the Ward Manager's role, in relation to the modernisation agenda within their clinical setting, including effective leadership, the setting, monitoring and maintenance of professional standards, collaborative working, and management of complaints and leading the nursing contribution to clinical governance at ward level.

S/he will be visible and accessible in the clinical area for patients, relatives and staff.

Lead by example and act as a positive role model for all staff, taking responsibility for your own professional development.

Provide leadership that promotes patient focused care.

Providing clinical leadership and line management of staff ensuring the delivery of the highest professional standards through staff development and individual performance appraisal/review.

Role model standards of care and expected behaviour through participation in direct patient care.

Maintain personal standards of conduct and behaviour, which are consistent with Trust and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards and requirements.

Actively contribute to, and support agreed developments within the Directorate.

About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata)
Contract: Secondment
Working pattern: Full-time
Closing date: 27 October 2026

Person Specification
Essential qualifications

• Registered nurse
• Post registration study / relevant specialist qualification
• Teaching/assessing qualification

Desirable qualifications

• Management qualification

Essential experience

• Experience of working at a Band 6 level with relevant acute experience
• Research
• Audit
• Leadership / leading a team
• Awareness of national and local targets

Essential skills/knowledge

• Analytical and judgemental
• Computer skills
• Motivation, team building
• Effective communicator
• Planning and organisational
• Flexible to meet needs of post
• Internal Rotation

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 contact
Matron, Leanne McEachan, leanne.mceachan@mft.nhs.uk, 01612916090

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce.