Deputy Ward Manager

Job responsibilities

Priory Hospital Preston is looking to recruit a deputy ward manager to join the team on our acute ward. This is a full time 37.5 hours role.Based in Bartle, near Preston, Priory Hospital Preston is a 50-bedded mental health hospital, offering an extensive range of services, delivered across four wards. We can support adult males and females with acute mental health needs and eating disorders, and specialise in the management and treatment of these conditions.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a deputy ward manager, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• First level Registered Nurse (RMN)
• Clinical supervision experience is essential, training is desirable
• Evidence of CPD and intent to maintain and develop CPD and leadership.
• Good computer skills

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.To be successful as a Deputy Ward Manager, you will need to be a first-level Registered Nurse (RMN) with clinical supervision experience, while training in this area is desirable. Evidence of continued professional development (CPD) and a commitment to maintaining and developing both CPD and leadership skills are essential. Good computer skills and experience in Acute Mental Health are also required. Additionally, you should have at least three years, or equivalent, post-registration experience. Mentorship experience is desirable, although training can be provided.For more information about the role, you can emailMichellePark@priorygroup.com

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Qualifications

Essential

• First level Registered Nurse (RMN)
• Clinical supervision experience is essential, training is desirable
• Evidence of CPD and intent to maintain and develop CPD and leadership.
• Good computer skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).