Ward Manager
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 March 2026 |
| Location: | Putney, South West London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | The Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK.
Job title: Ward Manager
Department: Nursing / Brain Injury Service
Salary: Band 7 £48,060 - £60,974
Location: Putney, South West London
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Ward Manager to lead Drapers Ward within the Brain Injury Service at the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN).
As Ward Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the clinical, operational and people management of the ward, providing visible leadership, maintaining excellent standards of care, and supporting staff to thrive in a complex and rewarding environment.
Key responsibilities
Provide strong, visible clinical and professional leadership to the ward nursing team, acting as a role model at all times
Maintain high standards of patient care in line with the NMC Code, RHN policies and regulatory requirements
Lead the day-to-day operational management of the ward, ensuring safe staffing, appropriate skill mix and effective rota management
Support, develop and manage staff through supervision, performance reviews, coaching and reflective practice
Foster a positive, inclusive and engaged team culture that promotes learning, wellbeing and continuous improvement
Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, patients, families and external partners to deliver person-centred care
Contribute to the assessment and admission process for new patients within the Brain Injury Service
Monitor quality, safety and risk on the ward, leading incident reviews, audits and quality improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with mandatory training, governance standards and hospital policies
Manage ward resources effectively, including workforce planning and budget awareness
Act as a senior nursing representative in meetings and contribute to service development projects
Participate in the on-call and senior nursing cover rota as required
Person Specification
Essential
Registered Nurse (NMC Part 1) with a relevant degree or equivalent experience
Significant post-registration experience, including experience at Band 6/7 or in a Sister/Charge Nurse role
Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience supervising, supporting and developing staff
Proven ability to manage clinical standards, risk, incidents and quality improvement initiatives
Sound knowledge of the NMC Code, Mental Capacity Act and healthcare governance requirements
Excellent communication, organisational and decision-making skills
Ability to manage resources effectively, including staffing, rotas and budget awareness
Commitment to person-centred care, dignity, inclusion and collaborative working
Desirable
Experience in brain injury, neuro-rehabilitation or complex care settings
Leadership or management qualification
Experience with audits, service improvement projects and change management
Teaching, mentoring or assessing qualification
Confidence managing complex patients, including tracheostomy care
Familiarity with clinical and workforce systems (e.g. Datix, e-rostering, audit tools)
Personal Qualities
Compassionate, approachable and values-driven leader
Motivated, proactive and resilient, with the ability to inspire and support others
Open to innovation, reflective practice and continuous professional development
Strong team player who builds positive relationships across discipline
Compensation Range
£48,060.00 - £60,974.00
Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work:
Generous Annual Leave entitlement
Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing
Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UK’s only hospital with its own kiln)!
Draw down a percentage of your monthly wages a few weeks early to help with unexpected costs.
Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union.
Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Women’s network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce – most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
Free on-site parking (rare in London!)
More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.
Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants currently.
RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.
RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk
The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint.
We are proud to be Disability Confident Employer and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process and in the workplace.
Job title: Ward Manager
Department: Nursing / Brain Injury Service
Salary: Band 7 £48,060 - £60,974
Location: Putney, South West London
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Ward Manager to lead Drapers Ward within the Brain Injury Service at the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN).
As Ward Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the clinical, operational and people management of the ward, providing visible leadership, maintaining excellent standards of care, and supporting staff to thrive in a complex and rewarding environment.
Key responsibilities
Provide strong, visible clinical and professional leadership to the ward nursing team, acting as a role model at all times
Maintain high standards of patient care in line with the NMC Code, RHN policies and regulatory requirements
Lead the day-to-day operational management of the ward, ensuring safe staffing, appropriate skill mix and effective rota management
Support, develop and manage staff through supervision, performance reviews, coaching and reflective practice
Foster a positive, inclusive and engaged team culture that promotes learning, wellbeing and continuous improvement
Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, patients, families and external partners to deliver person-centred care
Contribute to the assessment and admission process for new patients within the Brain Injury Service
Monitor quality, safety and risk on the ward, leading incident reviews, audits and quality improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with mandatory training, governance standards and hospital policies
Manage ward resources effectively, including workforce planning and budget awareness
Act as a senior nursing representative in meetings and contribute to service development projects
Participate in the on-call and senior nursing cover rota as required
Person Specification
Essential
Registered Nurse (NMC Part 1) with a relevant degree or equivalent experience
Significant post-registration experience, including experience at Band 6/7 or in a Sister/Charge Nurse role
Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience supervising, supporting and developing staff
Proven ability to manage clinical standards, risk, incidents and quality improvement initiatives
Sound knowledge of the NMC Code, Mental Capacity Act and healthcare governance requirements
Excellent communication, organisational and decision-making skills
Ability to manage resources effectively, including staffing, rotas and budget awareness
Commitment to person-centred care, dignity, inclusion and collaborative working
Desirable
Experience in brain injury, neuro-rehabilitation or complex care settings
Leadership or management qualification
Experience with audits, service improvement projects and change management
Teaching, mentoring or assessing qualification
Confidence managing complex patients, including tracheostomy care
Familiarity with clinical and workforce systems (e.g. Datix, e-rostering, audit tools)
Personal Qualities
Compassionate, approachable and values-driven leader
Motivated, proactive and resilient, with the ability to inspire and support others
Open to innovation, reflective practice and continuous professional development
Strong team player who builds positive relationships across discipline
Compensation Range
£48,060.00 - £60,974.00
Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work:
Generous Annual Leave entitlement
Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing
Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UK’s only hospital with its own kiln)!
Draw down a percentage of your monthly wages a few weeks early to help with unexpected costs.
Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union.
Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Women’s network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce – most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
Free on-site parking (rare in London!)
More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.
Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants currently.
RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.
RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk
The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint.
We are proud to be Disability Confident Employer and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process and in the workplace.
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