Ward Manager
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £47,810.00 to £54,710.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £47810.00 - £54710.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 February 2026 |
| Location: | Worthing, BN11 2DH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9279-26-0122 |
Summary
Leads and articulates clear standards of care for their clinical area including but not limited to; appropriate nurse-to-patient ratio, and acuity & dependency factors. Leads by example in the clinical setting maintaining professional behaviour and communications at all times. Demonstrates clinical competence in the speciality area they manage. Ensures there is an environment that provides caring and compassionate care in their area. Ensures their visibility in the clinical area, working with their team supervising and supporting nurses, mentoring band 6s to model the behaviour and standards expected. Proactively talks to patients and their relatives related to their condition, patient experience and discharge plans, to provide leadership and advocacy Ensures completion of Family & Friends survey reviews these scores and discusses them with the team to ensure improvements are made and good practice recognised. Effective and empathetic in their response to patient complaints including written responses and inclusive with team learning Demonstrates a leadership style that is consistent and congruent with empowerment Is responsible for the leading of care within their area to support the harm free care agenda at UHSussex. Provides nursing reports at Directorate meetings to highlight key areas of activity/ concern in their ward /clinical area Presents risks relevant to their clinical area at site Quality and Safety meetings This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria.