Deputy Ward Manager/ Team Leader Stockport Eye Centre
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently. Possible if it's SOC 1171
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Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2237 (70% match) is an eligible occupation, and Stockport NHS Foundation Trust is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust assigned 152 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2237 jobs, according to the Home Office.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Likely 2237 (Other registered nursing professionals) · 70% match
- Possible 1171 (Health services and public health managers and directors) · 23% match
Ask Stockport NHS Foundation Trust what the duties are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2237 Other registered nursing professionals Most likely code | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
The Stockport Eye Centre leadership team consists of a Band 8 Matron & a Band 7 ward manager. The Band 6 deputy manager holds responsibility for the day-to-day leadership of the team & service delivery & enjoy significant autonomy & flexibility to shape the service delivery & influence the departments culture and personality. Junior sister's work flexibly to provide leadership in Ophthalmology.
The successful candidate will already have knowledge and experience of working in an ophthalmology department/ward.
The deputy ward manager will be expected to contribute to the on call rota.
Job description
Please see the job description and person spec.
If you are passionate and proud of the NHS, and have a genuine desire to provide excellent, evidence-based care to the local population and would like to develop your leadership potential, then this could be a post for you. We are seeking someone with a genuine interest in Ophthalmology, with Ophthalmic and acute nursing experience, Theatre or Day Case unit experience, who enjoys motivating a team and isn't afraid of a challenge in the pursuit of excellence. If this sounds like you, then you are encouraged to visit us for an informal chat and to apply for this post!
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Person specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of ability to plan and organise
- ability to undertake audit and implement service improvement
- Ability to lead a team successfully (Is an enthusiastic, supportive motivator)
- Is a confident decision maker
- Adaptable to change
Desirable
- HR management experience
- Knowledge of change improvement
Knowledge
Essential
- Practices in line with NMC Standards and requirements
- Current challenges and developments in Outpatient services
- Knowledge and experience of ophthalmology
Experience
Essential
- Ophthalmic Experience
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking audit and implementing service improvement
- HR Management experience
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse with current registration
- Evidence of recent CPD relevant to the role
- Supports students in assessor and sign off
- Computer Literate
Desirable
- Additional learning in ophthalmology
About the employer
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Other registered nursing professionals (SOC 2237) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~511k in sample- Middle half £33,748–47,112
- Median £39,260
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust assigned 152 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2237 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
Skilled Worker roles must clear both the general salary threshold and the occupation-specific going rate. See our occupation eligibility guide for the current figures.