Deputy Ward Manager

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust · Registered Nurse · viaNHS Jobs

£39,959–£48,117 a year

Sunderland, North EastPermanentFull-timeOn-site
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Closing date
25 Nov 2026
Posted
3d ago
Specialism
Registered Nurse
Sector
Healthcare
Reference
nhs-5720874

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Job summary

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and passionate senior nurse to work within General internal medicine on ward E50 at Sunderland Royal Hospital as the Junior Sister/Charge Nurse. The ward is a 27 bedded general internal medicine ward. The post is full time and a permanent position.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop and build leadership skills within general internal medicine take pride in delivery of excellent nursing care to our patient population and you will get the opportunity to develop your role both clinically and professionally.

Main duties of the job

  • Leading the ward
  • Staff support, leadership and development
  • Maintaining high standards of care to the patients
  • Work within the MDT in the ward effectively with the best interests of the patient at the forefront of all that we do.
  • Assessing and planning patient care
  • Implementing and evaluating treatment plans
  • Participate in teaching and education
  • Maintaining accurate records
  • Adhere to NMC Code

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Details

Date posted

11 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-MDNM-1126-23

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

SUNDERLAND

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom


South Tyneside District Hospital

Harton Lane

SOUTH SHIELDS

NE34 0PL

United Kingdom


Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

  • To be responsible and accountable for the safe, effective and compassionate nursing care for all patients in a ward/department area.
  • To exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code.
  • To supervise, support and educate junior members of the team, acting as a role model.
  • Support ward/department manager to ensure organisational goals/objectives are met within ward/department.
  • When taking charge of the ward/department or in the absence of the ward/department manager, is directly responsible for ensuring that clinical, professional and cleanliness standards are maintained in the entire ward/department.
  • To ensure effective communication internally and externally, regarding patient care and resources.
  • To comply with the trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.
Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

  • To be responsible and accountable for the safe, effective and compassionate nursing care for all patients in a ward/department area.
  • To exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code.
  • To supervise, support and educate junior members of the team, acting as a role model.
  • Support ward/department manager to ensure organisational goals/objectives are met within ward/department.
  • When taking charge of the ward/department or in the absence of the ward/department manager, is directly responsible for ensuring that clinical, professional and cleanliness standards are maintained in the entire ward/department.
  • To ensure effective communication internally and externally, regarding patient care and resources.
  • To comply with the trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.

What you need to do now

Applications are handled by South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust on their own site — BOQQS does not collect CVs or hold your application. This listing closes on 25 Nov 2026.

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