Ward Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Band 6 or above registered paediatric nurse to join our team as Ward Manager for the Children's Unit within Acute and General Paediatrics, RMCH/MCS.

We are looking for an inspirational and visible leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality, safe and compassionate care to children, young people and their families. You will provide strong clinical and professional leadership to the nursing team, supporting a positive culture where staff feel valued, developed and empowered to deliver excellent care.

Working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team, the Ward Manager will play a key role in the day-to-day management and continued development of the Children's Unit, with a focus on patient safety, quality improvement, staff experience and effective use of resources.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced paediatric nurse ready to take the next step in their leadership career, or an established Ward Manager looking for a new challenge within Acute and General Paediatrics.

The Ward Manager will have overall responsibility for the effective day-to-day management and leadership of the Children's Unit, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and family-centred paediatric care.

You will provide visible clinical leadership, supporting and developing the nursing team while maintaining high professional standards. Key responsibilities will include workforce planning and rostering, staff well-being, recruitment and retention, appraisal and development, clinical governance, patient safety, quality improvement and ensuring appropriate staffing in response to patient acuity and activity.

You will work closely with Matrons, medical colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team to support effective patient flow and ensure children and young people receive timely, coordinated care.

The post holder will promote a culture of continuous improvement, learning and openness, ensuring that the voices of children, young people, families and staff are used to develop and improve our services.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds.

Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

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