Assistant Ward Manager

NHS; Oldham; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a Band 6 Assistant Ward Manager for Cedars Ward in Oldham, specializing in care for older adults with mental health needs. The role involves providing leadership and support, ensuring high standards of care, and working across a 24-hour cycle. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in mental health settings.

Qualifications

• Experience at Band 5 with clinical management skills.
• Experience in older adult mental health settings.
• Understanding of mental illness and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs, plan, implement, and evaluate care programs.
• Supervise junior staff to ensure high standards of nursing care.
• Deputize for the Ward Manager when absent.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

First level registration (RMN)

Diploma or equivalent post-registration qualification

Evidence of CPD

IT literacy

Training in violence and aggression management

Job description

Job summary

We currently have a vacancy for one Band 6 Assistant Ward Manager to join us on Cedars Ward, an Older Adults team in Oldham. Cedars ward specialises in caring for men over 65 with a diagnosis of dementia or other organic illness which requires a period of hospital admission.

Main duties of the job

Role Summary:

The successful candidate will be able to work effectively as an Assistant Ward Manager, have excellent communication skills, welcome a challenge, and have a genuine desire to improve the care provided to older adults.

They will be expected to work across a 24-hour cycle, providing role modeling, support, and leadership on both day and night shifts.

The Trust offers learning opportunities in leadership, mentorship, and trust-wide training, along with professional and personal development options.

About us

We are committed to high-quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and community-based, across five Greater Manchester boroughs: Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport, Tameside, and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier, more hopeful life for everyone in our communities. We strive to deliver the best care and foster a positive working environment. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. We especially welcome applications from those with lived experience of mental illness, either personally or as a carer.

Details

• Date posted: 21 May 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 6
• Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 per year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 311-O653-25
• Location: Cedars Ward, Parklands House, Royal Oldham Hospital, Oldham, OL1 2JH

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess needs, plan, implement, and evaluate care programs for ward patients.
• Supervise junior staff to ensure high standards of nursing care, in line with Trust policies, the Mental Health Act, and legal requirements.
• Deputize for the Ward Manager when absent.
• Provide supervision and IPDR to junior staff.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications (Essential):

• First level registration (RMN)
• Diploma or equivalent post-registration qualification
• Evidence of CPD
• IT literacy
• Training in violence and aggression management

Experience (Essential):

• Experience at Band 5 with clinical management skills
• Experience in older adult mental health settings

Knowledge (Essential):

• Understanding of mental illness and treatments for organic mental health needs
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and CPA
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection

Skills and Abilities (Essential):

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, especially with sensitive information
• Ability to complete documentation accurately
• Positive attitude and good social skills with team members, service users, carers, and visitors

Additional information

This post is subject to a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Applications from those requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. For details, see the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For more info, visit the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer: Pennine Care NHS FT

Address: Cedars Ward, Parklands House, Royal Oldham Hospital, Oldham, OL1 2JH

Website: https://www.penninecare.nhs.uk