NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group
Deputy Ward Manager
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Deputy Ward Manager – Surgical Ward
This is a very exciting opportunity for a Deputy Ward Manager to join our busy 16-beded Surgical ward, caring for both NHS and Private patients.
We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated, and enthusiastic person to join our multi-disciplinary team and provide high-quality nursing care in a fast-paced environment.
About the Role
Success in this role requires:
- Exceptional communication and teamwork skills
- A strong dedication to enhancing patient experience
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- A commitment to supporting and developing others
- Proactive collaboration within the multi-disciplinary team
Leadership and positive influencing abilities are core to this position – you must demonstrate significant Band 5 experience or equivalent leadership qualities, including:
- Strong leadership potential
- Effective clinical communication
- A proactive, collaborative, and innovative approach
- Passion for excellence in patient care
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Note: Experience with Private patient services is desirable
Qualifications & Experience
Applicants must have:
- Band 5 nursing experience or previous Band 6 experience in the surgical field
- Leadership or advanced clinical experience with strong potential to grow into a ward management role
About Our Organisation
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust operates Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, forming part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG)—a unified team dedicated to improving patient care.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Our group serves over 630,000 residents in Merseyside, offering general and emergency care as well as highly specialised regional services for patients across the North West.
Key services include:
- Aintree University Hospital: Major trauma centre and award-winning stroke facility
- Broadgreen Hospital: Elective surgery, diagnostics, rehabilitation
- Royal Liverpool University Hospital: Largest hospital in the UK offering 100% single-bedrooms for inpatients, with a focus on complex planned and specialist care
How to Apply
For further details or to arrange an informal visit, contact:
Joanne Tomkins Ward Manager Email: joanne.mcallister@liverpoolft.nhs.uk Telephone: 0151 529 5019
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills