Deputy Ward Manager

Job locations

Llandrindod Wells Hospital

The post holder is responsible for, and will work as part of the multidisciplinary team and deputise for the Ward Manager in their absence, managing in-patient services. Assist in developing the team in all aspects of clinical governance and ensure that PTHB policies and procedures are adhered to.

Are you a dynamic and motivated Band 5 Registered Nurse? Do you wish to develop your leadership and management skills? We are seeking to recruit a Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager to complement our team. We work closely as a multidisciplinary team with a dedicated nursing team, therapy and medical staff. We strive to provide excellent nursing care and follow the core values of Powys Teaching Health Board: respect, trust, integrity, working together, kindness and caring, fairness and equality which leads to Truly integrated care centred on the needs of the individual.

As the Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager you will be responsible for assisting the ward manager in the leadership, management and development of the team of nurses, ensuring you portray yourself as an excellent role model by providing a high level of clinical care that is evidence‑based and effective. You will co‑ordinate staff training and ward coverage utilising e-rostering, undertake appraisals and be responsible for managing the ward in the absence of the ward manager.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post;
English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Powys Teaching Health Board is the smallest Health Board in Wales. We value the contribution of everyone to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. We actively encourage career development and offer a range of development pathways. We are situated in a rural county with a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

For more information about our benefits and values, and what we can offer you, please visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Date posted: 16 January 2026
Pay scheme:
Agenda for change
Band:
Band 6
Salary: £39,263 to £47,280 per year pro rata

Contract:

Permanent
Working pattern:
Part-time
Reference number: 070-NMR
007-0126

Job location:

Llandrindod Wells Hospital, Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells, LD1 5HS

You will find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Essential

• 1st Level Registered Nurse
• Up to date portfolio and evidence of professional development

Desirable

• Evidence of post basic academic studies at diploma or degree level

Experience

• Significant experience as a registered nurse
• Able to demonstrate and put into practice professional achievements
• Able to articulate and demonstrate activity in meeting requirements of clinical governance
• Experience and qualifications as a mentor to student nurses and encourage future placement of students for their training

Aptitude and Abilities

• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Evidence of leadership and achievement in driving and motivating a staff team
• Demonstration of awareness of national developments and standards
• Knowledge of basic and more advanced nursing interventions, using up-to-date information and research
• Must be I.M. & T. literate and demonstrate its use

Other

• Able to work shifts
• Ability to speak Welsh is desirable

Powys Teaching Health Board
Llandrindod Wells Hospital, Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells, LD1 5HS