Ward Lead

Job Summary

The Ward Manager is a member of the clinical team appointed to support the Ward and head of clinical services in the delivery of direct patient care.

This is a full time role for 36 hours per week. Working Monday
- Friday 7.5hrs per day. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern, to include nights and alternative Saturdays, with a scope of extending this weekend service moving forward. This position is initially offered on a six-month fixed-term basis, with the possibility of becoming permanent based on performance.

• Responsible for the day-to-day management of the hospital wards, outpatient clinics and the clinical team.
• Providing clinical leadership in an effective and efficient management of resources, driving clinical excellence in aspect of patient care.
• Working to maintain and enhance the customer service and satisfaction of service users.
• Responsible for leading and supporting the nursing team to meet all aspects of the clinical governance agenda
• Conduct yourself professionally within the standard framework provided by the NMC code of professional conduct

Kinvara Private Hospital is a modern, boutique private hospital in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. The hospital serves the population of South Yorkshire and beyond, and is easily accessed via train, M1 and M18. Free parking is provided.

Facilities at the hospital include 21 inpatient beds, disabled-friendly rooms, 2 laminar flow operating theatres and 3 consultation rooms. We offer the most up to date surgical treatments combined with a warm welcome and a professional and caring service from our nursing team. We specialise in the areas of orthopaedics, cosmetic surgery, and women s health, but also undertake general surgery.

Date posted: 20 January 2026

Pay scheme:
Other

Salary: £42,000 a year

Contract:

Fixed term

Duration: 6 months

Working pattern:
Full-time

Reference number: E

Job location:

2 Clifton Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S65 2AJ

Duties Include

• Support the clinical team in implementation of an agreed plan of care with the patient and in accordance with instructions and training received.
• Contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with all members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to the legality and accuracy of the patient s care plan and other reports and the effectiveness of established communication/reporting systems.
• Conduct regular ward meetings and action any discussion points made.
• Complete annual nurse competency assessments and ensure assessments are given to new starters.
• Orientate and introduce new support workers and nurses to the ward.
• Ensure regular 1:1 meetings are completed and daily communications on the ward.
• Provide support and assistance to the head of clinical services.
• All team members are responsible for behaving professionally in the clinical environment and to the standard of care.
• Conduct yourself within the NMC Codes of professional Conduct and HCPC.
• Take charge of the clinical area as required, ensuring effective operational management of the wards, preoperative assessment and outpatient clinics daily.
• Be an advocate for change, looking for ways to improve the value and effectiveness of care and services delivered.
• Encourage evidence-based clinical practice.
• Actively participate in customer satisfaction surveys and satisfaction action plans, leading by example.
• Compliance with Kinvara Policies and Procedures relevant to this role, ensuring awareness of responsibilities within these policies.
• Ensure effective communication channels are maintained across all areas of the hospital.
• Assist and manage the maintenance of stock levels, including pharmaceutical products.
• Receive and convey information from telephone or personal enquiries in a courteous manner; greet and assist visitors to the wards and outpatient clinics in a welcoming and supportive manner.
• Keep up to date with mandatory training and revalidation; complete monthly, quarterly and annual audits.
• Ensure SOPs are up to date and relevant to practice on the ward.
• Complete rota in a timely manner and ensure adequate staffing levels considering competency.
• Participate in out-of-hours on-call rota.

Essential

• BSC Hons Adult Nursing
• Phlebotomy
• ILS
• Pre-Assessment
• Leadership
• Cannulation
• ECGs
• Blood Transfusions
• Audits
• Governance
• Catheterisation
• Medication Management including IV administration

Desirable

• ALS

• Experience of managing a team either as a senior nurse, ward manager or sister.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working within the private sector.

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…