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Job summary

Main area
Endoscopy
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
223-WDE-394
Employer
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
Town
Shrewsbury
Salary
£46,148 - £52,809 per annum/pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
16/06/2025 23:59

Employer heading

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust logo

Ward Manager - Endoscopy Unit

NHS AfC: Band 7

Job overview

To function as an expert clinical practitioner within their designated clinical area. To deliver direct patient care whilst, managing, leading, co-ordinating and overseeing nursing practice.

The post holder carries 24 hour continuing responsibility for the co-ordination and monitoring of all clinical activities within their  designated clinical area.

To ensure that there is efficient and effective utilisation of all resources required to deliver optimum quality care to their client group.

The post holder will deputise for the Clinical Nurse Manager in his / her absence, driving forward evidence based practice and taking responsibility for the supervision of staff and the policies and practices that operate within their clinical area.

The postholder will primarily work Monday to Friday office hours but will participate in out of hours working to support service delivery

Informal visits or telephone calls encouraged - Please call Matron Alison Ball on 07778  639660 to arrange

Main duties of the job

Lead and manage ward staff to ensure clear roles, performance, and conduct. Maximise bed use through operational strategies and deputise for the Clinical Nurse Manager when needed. Support management infrastructure aligned with corporate goals, oversee budgets, and promote innovative working. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to maintain high-quality care and positive patient experience. Implement clinical policies, maintain environment standards, liaise with external agencies, and lead staff through change.

Supervise nursing practice, ensuring patient needs are assessed and care plans followed. Act as clinical resource, lead care standards, promote safe handling, and monitor clinical performance.

Maintain accurate patient records and effective communication with patients, families, and staff. Support staff during stressful situations and manage communication issues.

Encourage staff development through appraisals, mentorship, and training, ensuring mandatory training completion.

Participate in audits, research, and involve patients in service planning.

Adhere to HR policies, managing recruitment, induction, performance, and disciplinary processes. Ensure accurate use of PAS and electronic systems.

Working for our organisation

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust can offer you great career prospects and a fantastic work-life balance. Situated in one of the most attractive parts of the country with dramatic countryside and bustling towns we have state of the art facilities, supportive friendly teams and excellent professional development opportunities.

As an organisation we strive to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in. We believe that by adhering to our Vision (“To provide excellent care for the communities we serve”) and working with our Trust Values in mind (Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, Trusted) we can achieve the right results for the people that matter most – our patients and their families.  

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • RGN, Paediatric specialties RSCN, Operating Theatres RGN or Registered ODP
  • Evidence of Continuing Professional development/ qualification relevant to area of speciality

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Extensive post Registration experience with previous experience at Band 6 or equivalent in relevant speciality.
  • High level clinical skills and knowledge

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team setting
  • Evidence of excellent patient documentation and record keeping skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Time management skills
  • Positive attitude to change with a proven ability to assist in the implementation of change and practice development

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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.

Application numbers

In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Alison Ball
Job title
Matron
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01743 261000
Additional information

For further information please contact the current Unit Manager Tracey McCarthy (extension 5711) or Matron Alison Ball, [email protected]

01743 261000 Ext 1659

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Shrewsbury Business Park
1 Douglas Court
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
Telephone
01743 492402