Nursing Ward Manager - 12 month FTC

Spire Healthcare, Dunedin | Reading | Ward Manager - Surgical Ward | 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract | Full Time

Spire Dunedin Hospital is looking for a Ward Manager to lead our Surgical Ward on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Ward Manager, Deputy Ward Manager to join a well-established team, providing both clinical and managerial leadership.

We're looking for a confident and experienced leader who is passionate about delivering high standards of patient care, strengthening team performance and driving continuous improvement. This role offers a genuine opportunity to make your mark through developing people, enhancing patient experience, maintaining strong clinical governance and influencing the future direction of the Surgical Ward.

About the Role

As a Ward Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operation of the Surgical Ward, ensuring patients receive outstanding care throughout their hospital journey whilst maintaining high standards of quality, safety and operational performance.

Working closely with nursing colleagues, consultants, senior clinical leaders and the wider multidisciplinary team, you'll oversee the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care whilst ensuring the ward runs safely, efficiently and effectively.

You'll be responsible for creating an environment where patient safety, quality and continuous improvement remain at the forefront of everything the team does. Through visible leadership, coaching and support, you'll help colleagues develop, build confidence and deliver exceptional patient care.

Why Join Us

Spire Dunedin Hospital is a well-established hospital located in the heart of Reading, with two theatres, 16 inpatient beds, three recovery bays, oncology services and an endoscopy suite.

As a smaller hospital, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and contribute directly to service development and quality improvement initiatives. You'll build strong working relationships across the organisation and play an important role in shaping patient experience, team development and service delivery.

As Ward Manager, your contribution will be visible. You'll be trusted to influence team development, service improvements, clinical quality and the patient experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

Lead the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care within the Surgical Ward. Manage the day-to-day operational performance of the ward, ensuring effective and efficient service delivery. Provide visible clinical and managerial leadership to the nursing team. Lead workforce planning, recruitment, induction and ongoing development of colleagues. Lead, coach and develop the Surgical Ward team, supporting colleagues to grow, succeed and deliver outstanding patient care. Promote a culture of clinical excellence, patient safety and continuous improvement. Ensure governance, audit, risk management and regulatory requirements are embedded within daily practice. Work closely with the Head of Clinical Services to drive quality, performance and service development.Who we're looking for:

Contract: Fixed Term - 12 Months

Days/Hours: Full Time, Monday - Friday, variable shifts

NMC Registered Nurse with no restrictions on practice. A minimum of two years' experience managing a ward and leading a clinical team is essential. Previous experience within a Surgical Ward environment is essential. Minimum of five years' nursing experience gained within an acute setting. Previous experience as a Ward Manager, Deputy Ward Manager, Sister or Charge Nurse. Proven ability to lead, motivate, develop and performance-manage clinical teams. Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement and patient safety. Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills. Passion for delivering exceptional patient care and patient experience. Clinical leadership training or management-related CPD would be advantageous.Benefits:

We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing,This includes:

35 days' annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to private healthcare and health insurance options, giving you reassurance and faster access to care Gym and wellbeing benefits, supporting your physical and mental wellbeing A supportive team within a leading independent healthcare provider, where you'll feel valued and part of something meaningful Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options, supporting your future 'Spire for You' reward platform, offering discounts and cashback from over 1,000 retailers Free Bupa wellness screening, helping you stay on top of your healthWe commit to our employees' wellbeing through work-life balance, ongoing development, support and reward.

Contact Information

For further information about this role please contact Alison Roberts on

Closing Date

We're reviewing applications as they come in, so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close vacancies once we have received a sufficient number of applications