Deputy Ward Manager - Southbourne Ward

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team as a Deputy Ward Manager, supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care within a dynamic ward environment.

In this role, you will work closely with the Ward Manager to ensure the effective day-to-day running of the ward. You will play a key leadership role in supporting and supervising staff, maintaining high standards of care, and promoting a positive and safe environment for both patients and colleagues.

In the absence of the Ward Manager, you will take responsibility for the operational management of the ward, acting as a point of contact for staff and ensuring the service continues to run smoothly and safely.

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate individual with strong leadership skills, a commitment to excellence in patient care, and the ability to support and develop others within the team.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

Main duties of the job

• Deputise for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in his/her absence
• To Support the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in managing resources effectively
• Support the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in managing staffs contracted hours, sickness, absence and training through the e-Roster system
• Support the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in the assessment of all ward staffs' performance objectively through Knowledge Skills Framework, competency and personal development planning
• Provide clear feedback to team members in a way that is conducive to maintaining and improving performance. Where performance is poor inform Senior Sister/ Charge Nurse. When directed take necessary steps to effectively manage the individual with support from the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse
• In liaison with relevant managers/Heads of Departments, monitor and quickly remedy any deficiencies in services, such as ward cleaning, catering, laundry, portering and administrative support
• Demonstrate appropriate assertiveness and ability to challenge others when the rights of patients and others may be infringed
• Promote interdisciplinary working, with outcomes aimed at the best interests of patients and cohesive service delivery

About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well-being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

Details
Date posted: 25 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 a year
Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract: Secondment
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 390-DOM-SO-9847
Job locations: Southend, Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff-on-sea, SS0 0RY, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application! Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Previous experience working in acute medicine
• Worked in charge of ward or assessment unit
• Significant experience (Demonstrable experience of which must be within specialty at band 6)
• Proven ability to lead and motivate an effective team
• In depth understanding of quality issues and clinical governance

Desirable

• ILS/Acute care course trained
• Worked as a student mentor and participated in sign off

Skills
Essential

• Venepuncture, Cannulation
• Ability to deal with conflict and conflict resolution
• Excellent communication & Interpersonal skills

Desirable

• NG tube insertion, PICC line trained

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: Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Southend, Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff-on-sea, SS0 0RY, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.mse.nhs.uk

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: ward manager Southbourne ward, Gifty Okai, gifty.okai@nhs.net, 03004435986

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.