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Band 7 Main area Ward Manager Grade Band 7 Contract 9 months (9 months fixed term with the possibility of an extension) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday) Job ref 201-25-649 Site St Austell Community Hospital Town St Austell Salary £47,810 - £54,710 Pro Rata Salary period Yearly Closing 14/09/2025 23:59
Thank you for your interest in joining us at Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.
We pride ourselves in striving to be an employer of choice.
Strategic Themes
* Great Care
* Great Organisation
* Great People
* Great Partner
At the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. We want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether thats job share, part time or another flexible pattern. We remain committed to supporting flexibility around workplace locations. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
The successful applicant will be an NHS employee and may therefore have contact with vulnerable service users. During the COVID-19 pandemic, steps have been taken to protect health and safety. Unless exempt, we encourage and support staff to be vaccinated.
Job Overview
This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly. We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply: Cornwall Foundation Trust; Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust; Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board.
If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.
Are you ready to inspire and lead by example?
We are looking for a Ward Manager who will provide strong clinical leadership to our dedicated ward team of staff nurses and healthcare assistants. You will not just manage from behind a desk; you will set the standard for exemplary practice each day.
As Ward Manager, You Will
* Provide hands-on clinical leadership alongside our senior staff nurses
* Ensure safe, effective daily management of the ward
* Supervise and support staff development, including rostering, recruitment, and team growth
* Drive ongoing improvements by implementing and benchmarking best practice
* Collaborate closely with senior clinicians as part of our multidisciplinary team
If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality care while empowering and developing your team, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Ward Manager to lead our team in an inpatient setting. You will provide both clinical and operational leadership to ensure high standards of care. Our ward focuses on creating an environment that supports reablement and recovery through a holistic approach. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care, collaborating with professionals, carers, and community staff to support safe and timely discharges.
In This Role, You Will
* Take operational and clinical responsibility for the team
* Manage and deliver quality, evidence-based care and interventions
* Support service users and their carers with their health and social care needs
* Help develop services and practices to maintain high standards of care
You will be expected to deliver safe and effective care at all times in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council's Code of Professional Conduct.
Working for our organisation
We are an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people’s physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability. We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you’ll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this area. Over 4,000 people make up the Trust, including doctors, nurses, therapists, admin and support staff. We work in people’s homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. We work closely with partners in Devon. In the summer and during holidays, visitor numbers increase the demand for our services.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Person specification
Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience Essential criteria
* Level 1 Nurse with current NMC registration
* Previous Ward management experience
* Educated to Diploma / Degree level with evidence of appropriate post registration skills or equivalent experience
* Modules relating to specialty field (Elderly care, rehabilitation, palliative care or similar)
* Current clinical assessment and teaching qualification
Desirable criteria
* Experience of managing personnel issues
Practical Skills and Intellectual Skills (Including any special knowledge) Essential criteria
* Proven written, oral and electronic communication skills including ability to deal with challenging and sensitive situations
* Analytical skills for complex situations
* High level of clinical skills and competencies
* Budget management skills
We are proud to prioritise the development of our people. The following opportunities are available: career conversations and development plans, protected CPD time, development fund, leadership and management programmes, coaching and mentoring, clinical induction, care certificate programme, preceptorship for newly qualified staff, and individual development plans.
Benefits
* Health and wellbeing initiatives
* Free access to professional revalidation support
* Free DBS checks where required
* Discounts from retailers, hotels and attractions
* NHS Pension Scheme
* Salary sacrifice car scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
The Trust reserves the right to close this advert once a sufficient number of applications have been submitted. If shortlisted, you will be contacted via TRAC.jobs email regarding interview details. Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust welcomes and values individuals with lived experience of mental or physical ill health joining our workforce. If successful, Occupational Health may access your health records for vaccination and screening checks. References will be required from the nominated referees.
Any general recruitment queries, please contact our recruitment team on 01208 834644.
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