This post is for internal candidates to The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust and Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust. If you are not currently working within either of these Trusts, your application will not be reviewed and automatically rejected at shortlisting stage. Please be aware of this when submitting your application.

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Surgical, Anaesthetic and Cancer Division for a Ward Manager on Ward 5 – Elective Orthopaedics at The Princess Royal Hospital.

If you’re passionate about enhanced recovery pathways, supporting patients to recover quickly, and helping them return home on the day of surgery, this role could be a great fit.

We’re looking for someone approachable, compassionate and confident in leading a team, with strong communication skills and a clear commitment to patient safety and high‑quality care.

You’ll need proven experience in supervising, managing and prioritising ward activity, along with the ability to work clinically while supporting the development of the team and your own ongoing professional growth. The role includes responsibility for operational, budget and workforce management, working closely with the Matron.

You’ll collaborate with key partners including Booking & Scheduling, flow coordinators, Theatres and the wider MDT to support efficient bed and theatre use and improve patient experience.

Main duties of the job

• The role leads the daily running of the ward, making sure patients get safe, high‑quality care.
• The post holder supports and guides the nursing team, helping them work well together and follow good practice.
• They help plan patient care, check standards, and make sure staff use the right skills and training.
• They work closely with other health professionals to keep patients safe and support smooth patient journeys.
• They help manage resources, staffing, and budgets to keep the service running well.
• They support the Clinical Nurse Manager and take charge when needed, including helping with problems, complaints, and improvements.

Our Poppy’s Promise Commitment

We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team —  clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising  individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a  meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.