Deputy Ward Manager/Sister – General Surgery

Job Description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

The post holder will work within the nursing and multi-professional team to ensure a high standard of care to a defined patient group. Competently perform the necessary technical/invasive/physical aspects of care for this defined patient group. You will act as deputy to the ward manager.

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• We are seeking dynamic and compassionate Band 6 Charge Nurses to join our 30-bed Acute Surgical Receiving Ward – the frontline of surgical admissions within the North Directorate in the Glasgow Royal Infirmary
• The shift pattern for this post is rotational

Key responsibilities:

• Provide clinical leadership for the assessment of patient needs ,implementation and evaluation of programmes of care which are evidence based. Utilising all available resources taking into consideration the lifestyle, gender and cultural background and ensure involvement with the patient, family, carers and significant others.
• Maintain patient records in line with guidelines for records and record keeping.
• Practice within the legal & Ethical framework as established by Nursing Midwifery Council () and National Legislation to ensure patient interests and well being are met.
• Work within the National Health Service (NHS), NHS Greater Glasgow and Health & Safety Executive () Legislation, Policy, Guidelines and Procedures.
• Empower patients to take responsibility for their health, well-being and future lifestyle by practising in an open transparent and inclusive manner, thereby ensuring patients have the relevant information to participate in decisions about their care.
• Provide an appropriate learning environment in line with NES Quality Placement
• Ensure completion of clinical appraisals for pre and post registration nurses.
• Demonstrate own professional development.
• Identify research/clinical audit priorities in conjunction with relevant professional
• More responsibilities can be found in the attached job description

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• First Level Registered Nurse with a minimum of 2 years post registration experience
• 1 years experience and appropriate post registration qualification/relevant experience in specialty
• Ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:
Fiona Smyth, Lead Nurse – Tel no – , Email –

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.

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From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part-time working hours will be reduced on a pro-rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer by signing the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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