Job summary We are looking to recruit a highly motivated Ward Manager to join the team at Bicester Community Hospital. You'll work with the Ward Senior Management team to provide clinical leadership and staff management to ensure delivery of a responsive high quality patient focused service. If you're an enthusiastic registered nurse with a passion for delivering high quality care this could be the perfect opportunity for you Main duties of the job Lead the registered and unregistered nursing staff in support of their professional development and in the promotion of best practice. Effectively working in partnership with key members of the Multidisciplinary Team in the hospital and locality to promote and facilitate effective patient care and discharge. Influence the development and implementation of policies, protocols and guidelines relevant to the ward area. Improve the quality of care received and the experience of patients and their carers, through the implementation of initiatives which reflect the National Service Framework for Older People. Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties About us Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure you're your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria. As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent" We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Date posted 09 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum | pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 267-CH6904708 Job locations Wallingford Community Hospital Reading Road Wallingford OX10 9DU Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current NMC RN Desirable Degree in Nursing Leadership course and experience Experience Essential Range of clinical experience Work with MDT and other professionals Evidence of leadership skills Desirable Community hospitals experience Change management skills Skills Essential Working with older adults Desirable Evidence of leadership and management skills Experience of clinical supervision Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current NMC RN Desirable Degree in Nursing Leadership course and experience Experience Essential Range of clinical experience Work with MDT and other professionals Evidence of leadership skills Desirable Community hospitals experience Change management skills Skills Essential Working with older adults Desirable Evidence of leadership and management skills Experience of clinical supervision 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. 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. 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 Oxford Health NHS Trust Address Wallingford Community Hospital Reading Road Wallingford OX10 9DU Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)