Job summary Band 7 - Ward Manager - Integrated Assessment Unit Now is an exciting time to join the Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care Foundation Trust. The Trust is constantly developing and improving Urgent and Emergency Care Services to meet the needs of the people of Tameside and the surrounding area. The Urgent and Emergency Care Division is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Ward Manager to lead patient safety, experience and quality within their area. There has never been a greater time to join Tameside Hospital and TGiCFT. We were awarded a Good by the CQC at the last visit and we are now working towards improving on this. Main duties of the job To carry continuous responsibility and accountability for the management of the ward/department, making effective use of resources and ensuring the highest standards of patient care are achieved on a 24-hour basis. To work closely and collaboratively with other Ward Managers/Team Leaders to support roles and promote the corporate needs of the Urgent and Emergency Care Division. To work closely with clinic team leaders and have a knowledge base in urgent care. To carry continuous responsibility for the management of the designated area / team making effective use of resources and ensuring the highest standards of patient care are achieved on a 24 hours basis, ensuring safe and effective discharges for the relevant area About us Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners. We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate: Safety Care Respect Communication Learning 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 Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ& Disabled people. Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more. Date posted 03 March 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 245-NAM7IAU-03-25 Job locations Tameside Hospital Fountain Street Ashton OL6 9RW Job description Job responsibilities The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded. The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Job description Job responsibilities The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded. The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS Essential Registered Nurse with current registration ENB 998/997/mentorship module or equivalent Diploma/Degree or working towards Desirable Immediate Life Support certificate First Line Management Course EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS Essential Proven clinical practice and professional development Proven experience of unit/line management/ staff supervision Proven experience and involvement in change management Evidence of leadership experience Evidence of involvement in Performance review / appraisal Clinical expert in the area of practice Must ensure that exemplary standards of care are maintained Excellent understanding of risk management process Able to supervise colleagues and lead education Knowledge of governance Expanded role skills Excellent leadership and organisational skills Skilled motivator Skilled negotiator Able to manage difficult situations Able to address and solve complex problems Excellent proven communication skills / written skills An understanding of HR policies and Trust procedures Desirable Knowledge of budget management Proven experience of governance Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS Essential Registered Nurse with current registration ENB 998/997/mentorship module or equivalent Diploma/Degree or working towards Desirable Immediate Life Support certificate First Line Management Course EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS Essential Proven clinical practice and professional development Proven experience of unit/line management/ staff supervision Proven experience and involvement in change management Evidence of leadership experience Evidence of involvement in Performance review / appraisal Clinical expert in the area of practice Must ensure that exemplary standards of care are maintained Excellent understanding of risk management process Able to supervise colleagues and lead education Knowledge of governance Expanded role skills Excellent leadership and organisational skills Skilled motivator Skilled negotiator Able to manage difficult situations Able to address and solve complex problems Excellent proven communication skills / written skills An understanding of HR policies and Trust procedures Desirable Knowledge of budget management Proven experience of 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 Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust Address Tameside Hospital Fountain Street Ashton OL6 9RW Employer's website https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)