Ward Manager inChester inChester PUBLISHED 1 DEC 2023

Band 7: £46,148 to £52,809 a year pa  PERMANENT 

See Job Description for further details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £23 (standard) or £43 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first three months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application.


Working Full time : 37.5 hours per week

An opportunity has arisen for an individual who is experienced, highly motivated, proactive and adaptable with a demonstrable interest in Elective surgery to become the Ward Manager on Ward 54.

Ward 54 is the Elective Inpatient Ward for multiple Surgical Specialities. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring appropriate surgical pathways are in place to manage the patient flow and co-ordinate the admissions of planned surgical patients.

You must have excellent leadership qualities and be able to act as a role model for the nursing team to ensure the highest standards of care and patient safety.

As the Ward Manager you will be accountable for the quality of care delivered to patients and families by your team over a 24 hour ward cycle.

Through your leadership you will effectively manage all resources, including your budget whilst ensuring the highest standards of care to patients.

Through excellent communication and commitment to your team you will ensure compliance with all Corporate and Divisional objectives and continuous professional development.

See Job Description for further details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £23 (standard) or £43 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first three months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application.


Working Full time : 37.5 hours per week

An opportunity has arisen for an individual who is experienced, highly motivated, proactive and adaptable with a demonstrable interest in Elective surgery to become the Ward Manager on Ward 54.

Ward 54 is the Elective Inpatient Ward for multiple Surgical Specialities. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring appropriate surgical pathways are in place to manage the patient flow and co-ordinate the admissions of planned surgical patients.

You must have excellent leadership qualities and be able to act as a role model for the nursing team to ensure the highest standards of care and patient safety.

As the Ward Manager you will be accountable for the quality of care delivered to patients and families by your team over a 24 hour ward cycle.

Through your leadership you will effectively manage all resources, including your budget whilst ensuring the highest standards of care to patients.

Through excellent communication and commitment to your team you will ensure compliance with all Corporate and Divisional objectives and continuous professional development.



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