Job summary A opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join us as a Ward Manager to take the opportunity to lead our passionate and supportive acute Stroke Team on our 28 bedded Stroke Unit. The Stroke Unit has a well-established multi-disciplinary approach to stroke care, with extensive cross boundary working to ensure patients receive personalised and expert care. You will need to demonstrate proven, excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence and motivate others. Most importantly be as driven as we are about delivering high quality care to those who have suffered a stroke or other neurological or medical condition. We are seeking a highly skilled individual who holds current or prior knowledge, training, and experience as a ward manager. For more details please contact Samantha Seymour Interim Matron samantha.seymournhs.net Main duties of the job To manage ward effectively and safely, dealing with the daily operational pressures. To ensure high standards of care are given in relation to agreed standards, policies and procedures of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust. To facilitate a learning environment to ensure all staff on the ward have the appropriate skills/knowledge and support, identified by regular staff appraisal and annual personal development plan. To foster an environment that focuses on maximising patients independence where possible and utilises a wide range of meaningful activity to support this, including creating a safe space for patients to freely move around the ward. To be proactive with complex discharges, ensuring they are safe and that discharge is at the earliest opportunity. About us Care to join us - Our Stroke service works closely with the Healthcare of Older Person team and the service is Consultant led, both medical and nursing. Within the nursing team there is a dedicated Stroke Nurse Specialist service who outreach to support the front door with acute presentations. Communicating and co-ordinating with our community-based Stroke Rehabilitation Team is key, as is communication with our health and social care teams with the aim of supporting patients to live as independently as possible. Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust became one of the first vertically integrated organisations in the country delivering acute and community health and social care services to a geographically and socially diverse population of approximately 375,00 people. Our integrated health and wellbeing teams, specialist acute services and strong partnership working with Primary Care, Mental Health services, Devon County Council and the CCG means we are in an excellent position to achieve the Trust's commitment of delivering seamless joined-up care. Come and be part of our journey. Date posted 10 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 388-6947938-NMC Job locations Torbay Hospital Lowes Bridge Torquay TQ27AA Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the vacancy. When applying, be sure to clearly outline your qualifications and experience that make you a strong fit for the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the vacancy. When applying, be sure to clearly outline your qualifications and experience that make you a strong fit for the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current NMC Registration BSc or evidence of working at degree level Minimum 2 years' experience at Band 6 or above Desirable Post graduate qualification in Stroke care Masters Qualification or evidence of working to Masters level Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current NMC Registration BSc or evidence of working at degree level Minimum 2 years' experience at Band 6 or above Desirable Post graduate qualification in Stroke care Masters Qualification or evidence of working to Masters level 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 Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Address Torbay Hospital Lowes Bridge Torquay TQ27AA Employer's website https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)