Job summary
Morlais Mental Health Ward is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Ward Manager to lead our dedicated multidisciplinary team. You will provide visible, values-based leadership, ensuring high-quality inpatient care and a recovery-focused therapeutic environment. The role includes managing daily ward operations such as staffing, patient flow and clinical supervision, while supporting continuous improvement and evidence-based practice. We are seeking a confident, compassionate leader who inspires teams, promotes a positive culture and strengthens clinical capability. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of the ward and enhance patient experience across the service.
Main duties of the job
Provide safe, high-quality leadership and management of Morlais Ward. Oversee assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care. Coordinate and lead the ward team and support staff development. Manage daily operations including patient flow and staffing. Ensure effective communication across MDTs and external agencies. Implement clinical governance and Health Board policies.-Ensure systems for supervision, reflective practice and evidence-based care. Lead service improvement and performance reviews. Manage ward budgets and physical resources.-Support training, learning and staff induction.-Communicate complex information with patients, families and carers.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews to be held on 29/04/2026.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh isdesirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh isdesirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- RMN (RNMH)
- Hold a recognised management qualification at postgraduate diploma level, and/or a specialist qualification related to working with individuals with serious enduring mental illness at postgraduate diploma level, or equivalent experience along with being prepared to undertake a recognized qualification at this level.
- Highly developed Specialist knowledge and expertise acquired through a combination of in depth experience and advanced training skills developed through specialist post registration training
- Highly Specialist Knowledge of clinical area and client group required to perform effectively in the post
Desirable
- WNB 998/Practice Teacher Award and assessing or equivalent
- HCR-20 Training
Experience
Essential
- Leadership skills, current experience in area of practice or similar
- Previous experience of supervising staff
- Relevant previous experience of working in a multi-professional/agency setting
Desirable
- Experience at manager/leadership role
Language Skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- RMN (RNMH)
- Hold a recognised management qualification at postgraduate diploma level, and/or a specialist qualification related to working with individuals with serious enduring mental illness at postgraduate diploma level, or equivalent experience along with being prepared to undertake a recognized qualification at this level.
- Highly developed Specialist knowledge and expertise acquired through a combination of in depth experience and advanced training skills developed through specialist post registration training
- Highly Specialist Knowledge of clinical area and client group required to perform effectively in the post
Desirable
- WNB 998/Practice Teacher Award and assessing or equivalent
- HCR-20 Training
Experience
Essential
- Leadership skills, current experience in area of practice or similar
- Previous experience of supervising staff
- Relevant previous experience of working in a multi-professional/agency setting
Desirable
- Experience at manager/leadership role
Language Skills
Desirable
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
