Job summary
We are proud to be offering an opportunity for a deputy ward manager to complete our existing ward team. Wolf Ward specialises in Colorectal, Hepatobiliary surgery and Upper Gastrointestinal . Our patient pathways are both elective and non-elective making this clinical area both exciting and varied. We have 2 level 1 bays where we provide enhanced care to our more acutely unwell patients.We offer a robust education package for all new starters tailored to each individual's personal interests. We commit to offer a supportive and friendly start to your managerial career.

We offer flexible working, valuable annual appraisal with clear objective setting and timely feedback & accessible occupational health department services.

Band 6 Position on Wolf Ward

Full Time hours (Internal Rotation)

***Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome.***

Main duties of the job
To support the Ward Manager to provide Clinical Nurse Management, leadership and expertise in all aspects of service delivery within sphere of responsibility.The post holder, with support from the Ward Manager, will ensure that high standards are developed, implemented, and maintained, by ensuring clinical development of all staff within the department.To lead by example, acting as a role model to all members of the nursing team, leading care teams and creating a positive learning environment.

1. To provide clinical expertise and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

2. Responsible for ensuring effective and appropriate educational support for all staff

3. To provide deputise and support for the Ward Manager.

About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY.

If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you into contact with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details
Date posted: 24 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 216-LT-DD8217338
Job locations: Derriford Hospital, Derriford Road, PLYMOUTH, PL6 8DH, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs and setting standards by:

• Organising the department team to provide individualised patient care by utilising skill mix appropriately within the available resources in the absence of the Ward Manager.
• Ensuring staff work within national and locally agreed policies and procedures.
• Assisting in the compilation, implementation and evaluation of philosophies of care, ensuring support for the patient and his/her family and all staff members.
• Assisting in the implementation of policies such as Essence of Care, as per Trust/National guidelines
• Developing programmes of education for all staff and ensuring best utilisation of educational resources.
• Effecting change in order to meet changing patient need.
• Ensuring all staff are appraised annually with appropriate reviews.

Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring high standards and safe practice aremaintained by:

• Teaching staff to understand their responsibilities e.g. environmental cleanliness, maintenance and use of all equipment within clinical setting
• Monitoring incidents, accidents and complaints and participating in corrective action and the monitoring of outcomes.
• Adhering to the guidelines of the Health & Safety at Work Act.

For further details please see attached job description.

Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Up to date with current government initiatives
• Demonstrable experience in a large clinical setting

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role

Qualifications
Essential

• NMC Registration
• Leadership course or the willingness to undertake

Desirable

• Second registerable qualification relevant to the clinical area Computer literate (ECDL)
• Recognised teaching qualification

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address: Derriford Hospital, Derriford Road, PLYMOUTH, PL6 8DH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Ward Manager
Senior Sister Danielle Baker
danielle.baker25@nhs.net
01752439962

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