Ward/Department Manager – Neuro Rehab

London: The Wellington Hospital

Full time: 37.5 hours per week

Shift times: Monday – Friday

Permanent contract

Salary: Competitive

We are looking for a Ward/Department Manager to join the Neuro Rehab team at The Wellington Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK.

As the Ward/Department Manager for Neuro Rehab, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing patient experiences and delivering exceptional clinical and professional leadership to the team.

We’re the largest neurosciences unit in London, which means we can care for patients with a wide range of complex neurological conditions and provide advanced, specialised care – and you’ll be part of a team making that happen.

This role is both exciting and challenging; the skills required are both based on an experience of managing this specialist patient group, bringing your experience as a Manager but also utilizing a strong evidence base.

This role requires active promotion of the Unit within The Wellington Hospital and HCA, as well as participation in relevant forums to drive continuous improvement.

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What you’ll do:

• Oversee and coordinate daily operations within Neuro Rehab, ensuring timely assessment, treatment, and admissions for all patients.

• Provide clinical leadership, mentorship, and expert guidance to the multidisciplinary team, acting as a visible role model.

• Maintain the highest standards of patient care through regular monitoring of clinical competence, evidence‑based practice, and adherence to policies and guidelines.

• Drive service improvement and staff development initiatives to support a high‑quality, safe, and responsive Neuro Rehab service.

• Manage resources effectively by adhering to budgetary requirements and meeting workforce planning objectives.

What you’ll bring:

• Registered Nurse qualification

• Minimum of 5 years of post-registration experience, with at least 3 years in a similar setting (Neuro Rehab)

• Specialty certification relevant to Neuro Rehab

• Certification in Teaching, Assessing, or Mentorship

• Team and Department Management qualification/experience

Experience of service improvements desirable

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As the Ward/Department Manager in Neuro Rehab, you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you

• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

• Group Life Assurance from day one

• Critical illness cover

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland

• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you

• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Culture and values

At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.

Our mission is simple, above all else we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:

• Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual

• Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion

• Honesty, integrity and fairness: - We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness

• Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity

Reasonable adjustments

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.