Ward Manager

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Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.

We are committed to recruiting to our values. Leading One Culture of Care underpins our values by creating an environment, tone and behaviours across all parts of the Trust that are fundamentally rooted in compassionate care.

We are open to considering a wide range of flexible working arrangements. There are opportunities to flex the days of the week, hours and times of work and place of work including: part-time, job-share, flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home when appropriate. Please talk to us during the interview process to discuss any flexibility that you may require.

We received our Silver Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain's Reservists and Employers. This means that we provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome application to work for us. Find out more - Why Choose CHFT?

Our Future Plans

The Department of Health and Social Care has awarded capital funding to invest in local health services at both Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. This is a significant investment and an opportunity to enhance services for our populations in Calderdale and Huddersfield and West Yorkshire for generations to come. To find out more, please visit https://future.cht.nhs.uk/

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an aspiring ward manager to lead ward 15 at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. Ward 15 is a busy and developing ward that focuses on complex discharges making sure our patients are on the right pathway. The successful candidate will be supported in their development and the ongoing running of the ward.

15 is an elderly care ward with 27 beds. As ward manager you will be responsible for ward assurance and meeting clinical governance targets.
You will be responsible for a team of staff, and ensuring all patients receive a high standard of care.

Flexibility and willingness to embrace new ways of working dependent on service needs is an essential part of the role.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an experienced ward sister/charge nurse who is keen to develop into a ward manager role and wants to develop their skills and experience further. The successful candidates will demonstrate the excellent leadership skills required to ensure safe, quality care is delivered to the patients on this ward during these challenging times.

You must be confident in team building and maintaining staff morale whilst laying down expectations and standards as you start this new journey. You must be resilient and keen to embrace change, whilst supporting junior and new members of the team.

Working for our organisation

Calderdale & Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust is a dynamic and successful organisation with a strong organisational and personal development focus. With over 6,000 employees and a turnover of £500 million, the Trust provides a comprehensive range of secondary care services to the people of Calderdale and Huddersfield and has an exceptional reputation for service delivery. The Foundation Trust aims to design and implement services, policies and measures that meet the diverse needs of our service, population and workforce, ensuring that none are placed at a disadvantage over others.

CHFT is at the forefront of Digital Health utilising a number of electronic solutions to improve patient care. The CQC rated us as Good in June 2018. In their report they confirmed that; "Staff were caring and provided compassionate care. Patients were treated with dignity and respect and their privacy was respected. Patients spoke positively about the care they received".

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description. All duties relevant to a Band 7 ward manager role. Patient management and care, team management, rostering, liaison, accountable for all elements of patients care and staff wellbeing.

Person specification

QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

Essential criteria

• First level registration with NMC
• Mentorship / Preceptorship Qualification
• Evidence of recent education in relevant field
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable criteria

• Recognised teaching and assessing skills
• Recognised teaching qualification.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Essential criteria

• Substantial post registration experience
• Evidence of effective leadership and developmental work
• Demonstrate an understanding of current issues in health and social care
• Up to date professional knowledge
• Commitment to clinical audit, research and evidence-based practice

Desirable criteria

• Experience and facilitation of change management
• Experience in research / audit
• Evidence of innovative practice.

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)

Essential criteria

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Demonstrate commitment to CPD
• Education & Training skills
• Self-motivating and the ability to influence others

Our vision is to provide One Culture of Care for one another in order that we can provide compassionate care for the people who use our services. We are passionate about creating a workplace where we work together to get results, encouraging colleagues to have their say, in order to co create the change we want to see. We take pride in the diversity of our workforce that's why we encourage applications from all. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants.

Please ensure your application is submitted with referees who can verify your employment/education history over the last three years and include valid email addresses for them. We will request electronic Factual Employment References from your previous employers. These references will be requested before you are issued with an unconditional offer of employment letter.

If you are appointed to a post, information will also be transferred into the NHS Electronic Staff Records system. The Inter-Authority Transfer (IAT) process is a critical and beneficial component of ESR and following interview your previous NHS employment data, if applicable will be transferred from your current / most recent employer.

You may be required to undertake a DBS. The Trust will administer the DBS check on your behalf and will recover the cost (Enhanced £54.40, Standard £26.40 or Basic £26.40) from your salary when you commence in post (including Internal staff). You will also be required to participate in the DBS Update Service and pay the £16 cost per year. This is a condition of your employment.

CHFT is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across West Yorkshire and Harrogate working together to provide the best possible care for our patients.

If you have any questions please contact ask.recruitment@cht.nhs.uk for assistance.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• PS and JD (PDF, 384.4KB)
• Job Description Appendix A (PDF, 259.2KB)