Ward Manager

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
📍 Blackburn, England, United Kingdom 💼 Full time 🕒 Posted July 02, 2026

Job Description

Job overview



An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Unit Manager to provide operational and clinical leadership across the Acute Medical Unit (AMU) and the newly developed Medical Assessment Centre (MAC) at Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital.


The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day management of both areas, ensuring the delivery of safe, personal and effective care in line with Trust policies and national standards. Working closely with the multidisciplinary team, the role will support patient flow, service delivery, and continuous quality improvement.


The Unit Manager will provide visible leadership to nursing and support staff, ensuring appropriate staffing, skill mix, and a positive team culture within a dynamic acute environment. The role also includes oversight of governance processes such as incident reporting, audit compliance, and implementation of learning to improve practice.


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Job Details

  • Location Blackburn, England
  • Job Type Full time
  • Category Other Management Occupations
  • Posted Date July 02, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 11, 2026