Job summary
Job Opportunity: Acting Ward Manager (Ward 4) - Internal Only
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Acting Ward Manager at Ward 4, for approximately 12 months. Ward 4 is a 24-bed medical ward, caring for patients with a range of medical and mental health conditions.
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Paediatric Nurse at Band 6 level with strong shift coordination skills. You must be a registered Children's Nurse with current NMC registration.
As Acting Ward Manager, you'll join a supportive and professional team, working with our education and medical teams. You'll have access to great development opportunities and clinical programmes with our university and trust partners.
You will ensure high standards of safe, quality care, managing daily workforce resources, and supporting the professional development of your team.
If you're enthusiastic and motivated, we'd love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Head of Nursing, your responsibilities will include:
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Manage the ward in different settings, ensuring high-quality care for children, following unit protocols and Trust policies.
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Monitor workload and workforce resources on a daily basis to ensure smooth operation.
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Lead and support junior colleagues in delivering care, including assessing, planning, and implementing care programmes.
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Oversee the professional development of the team, setting objectives and helping staff meet their goals.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
- Outstanding Patient Care
- Brilliant Place to work
- Leaders in Children's Health
We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
#LI-Onsite
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- RN Child (RSCN)
- Diploma level post basic nursing qualification in relevant field
Desirable
- Degree in relevant subject
Experience
Essential
- Relevant or significant experience in paediatric nursing with at least two years at Band 6 or above.
- ENB 998 or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification
- Leadership Skills
- Mentorship Skills
Desirable
- Leadership or management qualification
- Recruitment and personnel management
- Performing PDR
- Budget management
- Setting and auditing clinical standards
- Utilisation of research in practice
- Project management
Knowledge
Essential
- Health & Safety Safe Practices e.g. Lifting and Handling, Sharps, COSHH Level three
- Level 3 Safeguarding training
- Working knowledge of Infection control
Desirable
- Current Nursing/Health Issues Q
- Quality Assurance principles
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Leadership
- Counselling
- Communication
- Teaching
Desirable
- Personnel Management
- Budgetary Management
Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to: Speciality, Self Development, Evolution of nursing practice, Management of change
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- RN Child (RSCN)
- Diploma level post basic nursing qualification in relevant field
Desirable
- Degree in relevant subject
Experience
Essential
- Relevant or significant experience in paediatric nursing with at least two years at Band 6 or above.
- ENB 998 or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification
- Leadership Skills
- Mentorship Skills
Desirable
- Leadership or management qualification
- Recruitment and personnel management
- Performing PDR
- Budget management
- Setting and auditing clinical standards
- Utilisation of research in practice
- Project management
Knowledge
Essential
- Health & Safety Safe Practices e.g. Lifting and Handling, Sharps, COSHH Level three
- Level 3 Safeguarding training
- Working knowledge of Infection control
Desirable
- Current Nursing/Health Issues Q
- Quality Assurance principles
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Leadership
- Counselling
- Communication
- Teaching
Desirable
- Personnel Management
- Budgetary Management
Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to: Speciality, Self Development, Evolution of nursing practice, Management of change
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
