Ward Manager - Clinical Infection Unit - fixed term maternity leave
| Posting date: | 20 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £56,276 - £63,176 per annum inc HCAS (pro-rata) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 February 2026 |
| Location: | London, SW17 0QT |
| Company: | st georges nhs trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7718514/200-7718514-GO-SC |
Summary
A Vacancy at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to lead an 18 bedded purpose-built infectious diseases unit that specialises in the care of patients with transmissible diseases including the management of patients with HIV/AIDS, TB and imported infections such as Malaria.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and clinically credible senior nursewho enjoys working in a dynamic and challenging environment and who will remain focused on enabling staff to deliver the Trusts core values whilst supporting and developing the individuals within the team. You must promote teamwork and competency development.
The successful candidate will have previous substantive experience at Band 6 or Band 7 level and possess experience within change management. Knowledge of Infectious Diseases or a willingness to gain an understanding into this specialised area is essential. Excellent communication skills are essential, and the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate and sustain new and innovative ways of working which facilitate developments in nursing practice.
You will be supported in the role by the Matron and a team of senior nursing staff on the wards. This post provides an excellent career opportunity for someone who is clinically credible but wishes to further develop management and leadership skills.
• Clinical expert - and role model.
• Leader – A visible and authoritative presence able to lead and manage the team and patient care, co-ordinating with the MDT to enable outstanding care to be given every time within available resources.
• Educator - able to identify and develop the potential in others.
St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Please see the attached supporting document which contains the JD and person specification information about the role.
This advert closes on Sunday 1 Feb 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to lead an 18 bedded purpose-built infectious diseases unit that specialises in the care of patients with transmissible diseases including the management of patients with HIV/AIDS, TB and imported infections such as Malaria.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and clinically credible senior nursewho enjoys working in a dynamic and challenging environment and who will remain focused on enabling staff to deliver the Trusts core values whilst supporting and developing the individuals within the team. You must promote teamwork and competency development.
The successful candidate will have previous substantive experience at Band 6 or Band 7 level and possess experience within change management. Knowledge of Infectious Diseases or a willingness to gain an understanding into this specialised area is essential. Excellent communication skills are essential, and the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate and sustain new and innovative ways of working which facilitate developments in nursing practice.
You will be supported in the role by the Matron and a team of senior nursing staff on the wards. This post provides an excellent career opportunity for someone who is clinically credible but wishes to further develop management and leadership skills.
• Clinical expert - and role model.
• Leader – A visible and authoritative presence able to lead and manage the team and patient care, co-ordinating with the MDT to enable outstanding care to be given every time within available resources.
• Educator - able to identify and develop the potential in others.
St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Please see the attached supporting document which contains the JD and person specification information about the role.
This advert closes on Sunday 1 Feb 2026
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