Job summary We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced individual to provide strong leadership in the Inpatient Gynaecology Unit based at Arrowe Park Hospital. The Inpatient Gynaecology Unit incorporates the inpatient Gynaecology Ward, the Gynaecology Daycase Unit, the Gynaecology Assessment Unit, and the Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit. We are looking for a strong compassionate leader, who is innovative and passionate about delivering high standards of quality care to our patients, sometimes these can be during emotional and distressing events in their lives. You will need to be motivated, enthusiastic, possess excellent interpersonal skills, have fresh ideas and want to be part of an evolving gynaecology service. Main duties of the job Your main duties will include but not be limited to: Undertake patient care where appropriate acting as a clinical expert. Create a therapeutic environment meeting the needs of patients, relatives and carers. Promote a critical, analytical approach to the delivery of care and implement changes to improve systems. Respond to patient and carer complaints, assisting the Directorate to respond to them within agreed timespan, ensuring appropriate action is taken to prevent recurrence. Participate in audits and implement change, encouraging others to become involved. Perform thorough staff appraisals to identify strengths and weaknesses, providing feedback and support to maximise their contribution and personal development. Maintain and monitor systems for ensuring staff compliance and mandatory training. Oversight of the unit budget and monitoring and control of expenditure and resource management. Maintain discipline and deal with staff problems in a supportive way, embracing all aspects of Human Resource policies and procedures. Continuously update own skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of clinical issues. Demonstrate excellent communication skills, effective problem solving and leadership skills. Essential for this post is a minimum of 5 years post registration experience and a minimum of 2 years leadership experience or equivalent. Experience in caring for patients with gynaecological conditions and problems is also highly desirable. About us All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients. Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents. We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint. We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m. The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales. Date posted 11 November 2024 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 408-24-1141 Job locations Arrowe Park Hospital Arrowe Park Road Upton CH49 5PE Job description Job responsibilities Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Gynaecology Ward Manager position available with WUTH. Job description Job responsibilities Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Gynaecology Ward Manager position available with WUTH. Person Specification Knowledge and Skills Essential IT skills (Word/Excel/Outlook) Budget management skills Ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload when under pressure Excellent communication skills Evidence of working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team Ability to demonstrate initiative, self-motivation and empowerment of others Ability to demonstrate knowledge of service delivery Sound knowledge of the principles and practice of speciality care Awareness off current NHS issues Evidence of understanding of quality governance Desirable Experience of project management Qualifications Essential Current NMC Registration Post registration course in speciality Holds registered mentor or teaching qualification Degree of working towards degree level Minimum 5 years post registration experience Minimum 2 years leadership experience; specifically in the speciality setting Desirable Working towards masters level study Clinical supervision experience Experience working with electronic health records Experience of the peri-operative setting Personal Attributes Essential Excellent communication skills Sense of humour Excellent leadership skills Flexible and adaptable to change Able to remain calm under pressure Trustworthy and empathetic Other Requirements Essential Ability to work flexibly Motivated Person Specification Knowledge and Skills Essential IT skills (Word/Excel/Outlook) Budget management skills Ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload when under pressure Excellent communication skills Evidence of working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team Ability to demonstrate initiative, self-motivation and empowerment of others Ability to demonstrate knowledge of service delivery Sound knowledge of the principles and practice of speciality care Awareness off current NHS issues Evidence of understanding of quality governance Desirable Experience of project management Qualifications Essential Current NMC Registration Post registration course in speciality Holds registered mentor or teaching qualification Degree of working towards degree level Minimum 5 years post registration experience Minimum 2 years leadership experience; specifically in the speciality setting Desirable Working towards masters level study Clinical supervision experience Experience working with electronic health records Experience of the peri-operative setting Personal Attributes Essential Excellent communication skills Sense of humour Excellent leadership skills Flexible and adaptable to change Able to remain calm under pressure Trustworthy and empathetic Other Requirements Essential Ability to work flexibly Motivated 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 Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Address Arrowe Park Hospital Arrowe Park Road Upton CH49 5PE Employer's website https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)