Job summary Are you ready to lead in a fast-paced environment? Join our team as a Unit Manager in our brand new, state-of- the- art Emergency Department. In this dynamic role, you will balance clinical expertise with expectational leadership, overseeing the daily operations of the unit while actively contributing to patient care. Drawing on your experience leading teams and working in an Emergency Department you'll manage resources, support staff, and drive improvements to deliver outstanding patient outcomes.This is an exciting opportunity for motivated professional with Emergency Department experience and a passion for driving excellence in patient care. If you thrive in a collaborative and have passion for leading teams to success, we want to hear from you Main duties of the job Key Duties and Responsibilities: Staffing management : Ensure day-to-day staffing levels within n the department are safe and meeting patients needs, making adjustments when required Leadership: Provide clear and effective leadership to the team, fostering a positive and collaborative working environment Accreditation : Actively participate in the Trust's accreditation program, ensuring the department meets required standards and supports continuous improvement initiatives Capacity and Safety: Work closely with the team to manage patient slow, capacity, and overall safety within the department. Rota Management: Oversee and coordinate staff rotas to ensure appropriate coverage and completed inline with trust KPIs Governance: Contribute to governance management, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures and quality standards. Handle and respond to patient and family informal complains, identifying areas for improvement Audits: Conduct and oversee ward to maintain high standards of care, cleanliness, and efficiency within the department Sickness management: Manage sickness in line with Trust policy, ensuring staff are supported and return to work processes are conducted appropriately The role required a dedicated professional who is organised, proactive and passionate about delivering expectational care whilst supporting and leading a dynamic team. About us We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers. We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population. We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you. If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods. We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service. Benefits we offer to you: Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays NHS pension scheme membership Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further NHS Staff discounts Cycle to work scheme Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice Date posted 29 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 362-A-24-6935800 Job locations Stockport NHS Foundation Trust Poplar Grove Stockport SK2 7JE Job description Job responsibilities In conjunction with the Divisional Nurse Director and Matron (NS) provide effective leadership, monitoring of professional and care standards, and effective use of resources at ward/department level. To be a visible and accessible presence in the clinical area for patients, relatives, and staff. To be responsible for ensuring the provision of compassionate, safe and high-quality patient care. Lead by example and act as a positive role model to staff taking responsibility for own professional development. Provide leadership that promotes patient focused care. Actively contribute to and support agreed developments within the business group with focus for supporting clinical effectiveness and innovative practice. To manage roster allocation for present and future shifts to provide safe staffing levels in line with the agreed workforce model. To lead the multidisciplinary team daily using resources effectively and efficiently. To confidently escalate in a timely manner concerns about patient safety, quality and experience, offering solutions and evidence-based recommendations. Participate in the Divisional professional on site cover rota as required dealing with professional issues, redeployment of staff and giving advice and support, and liaising with the Senior Professional Cover (1090). To contribute to a culture that recognises and works in partnership with patients and their families, involving them in all decisions. To ensure that national and local policy and guidance are delivered and maintained. Foster a culture which encourages staff to challenge and report substandard practice. Contribute to the development of and support delivery of the Trust Quality Improvement Plan/Strategy. Organise and plan own day to day workload or activities to meet the demands of the job role. Contribute to the Ward accreditation programme as required. Contribute to and participate in programmes of audit, including utilization of results in practice. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately. If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £45.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16. Job description Job responsibilities In conjunction with the Divisional Nurse Director and Matron (NS) provide effective leadership, monitoring of professional and care standards, and effective use of resources at ward/department level. To be a visible and accessible presence in the clinical area for patients, relatives, and staff. To be responsible for ensuring the provision of compassionate, safe and high-quality patient care. Lead by example and act as a positive role model to staff taking responsibility for own professional development. Provide leadership that promotes patient focused care. Actively contribute to and support agreed developments within the business group with focus for supporting clinical effectiveness and innovative practice. To manage roster allocation for present and future shifts to provide safe staffing levels in line with the agreed workforce model. To lead the multidisciplinary team daily using resources effectively and efficiently. To confidently escalate in a timely manner concerns about patient safety, quality and experience, offering solutions and evidence-based recommendations. Participate in the Divisional professional on site cover rota as required dealing with professional issues, redeployment of staff and giving advice and support, and liaising with the Senior Professional Cover (1090). To contribute to a culture that recognises and works in partnership with patients and their families, involving them in all decisions. To ensure that national and local policy and guidance are delivered and maintained. Foster a culture which encourages staff to challenge and report substandard practice. Contribute to the development of and support delivery of the Trust Quality Improvement Plan/Strategy. Organise and plan own day to day workload or activities to meet the demands of the job role. Contribute to the Ward accreditation programme as required. Contribute to and participate in programmes of audit, including utilization of results in practice. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately. If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £45.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16. Person Specification Education and Qualifcations Essential Registered nurse with NMC Pin number Desirable Management/Leadership qualification Experience Essential Substantial experience at Junior/Sister/Charge Nurse working within an Emergency Department Managerial experience Awareness of budgetary control Desirable Evidence of change mangement Skills and Abilitiy Essential Manchester triage qualification Minor injury/suturing and plastering An enthusiastic and supportive leader who motivates people. Ability to work across boundaries and deliver quality service Confident decision maker Proven clinical skills Desirable Evidence of leading on a quality improvement project Knowledge Essential understanding of HR procedures/Policies understanding of clinical governance Person Specification Education and Qualifcations Essential Registered nurse with NMC Pin number Desirable Management/Leadership qualification Experience Essential Substantial experience at Junior/Sister/Charge Nurse working within an Emergency Department Managerial experience Awareness of budgetary control Desirable Evidence of change mangement Skills and Abilitiy Essential Manchester triage qualification Minor injury/suturing and plastering An enthusiastic and supportive leader who motivates people. Ability to work across boundaries and deliver quality service Confident decision maker Proven clinical skills Desirable Evidence of leading on a quality improvement project Knowledge Essential understanding of HR procedures/Policies understanding of clinical governance 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Stockport NHS Foundation Trust Address Stockport NHS Foundation Trust Poplar Grove Stockport SK2 7JE Employer's website http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)