Clinical Lead | NELFT NHS Foundation Trust

North East London NHS Foundation Trust; Ilford; On-site; GBP 4,000 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Deputy Ward Manager for a female acute ward. The role includes leading nursing shifts, managing HR systems, and ensuring effective care planning for patients. Candidates must be a Registered Nurse with experience in acute settings, possess strong leadership skills, and be familiar with relevant mental health legislation. This position also offers a High-Cost Area Supplement and comprehensive training within a supportive multi-disciplinary team.

Benefits

High-Cost Area Supplement

Comprehensive induction and training

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with at least one year of experience in a CAMHS or crisis setting.
• Good knowledge of Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Mental Health Act 1983 (2007).
• Ability to work all shifts including nights.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing team on shift and guide staff.
• Deputise for the Ward Manager during absences.
• Manage HR systems including staffing and performance issues.

Skills

Leadership

Risk assessment

Clinical supervision

Teamwork

IT skills

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Overview

A permanent opportunity on Kahlo ward, a 19-bedded female acute ward, for a Deputy Ward Manager. The ward serves patients aged 18‑65 from Havering, Waltham Forest, Redbridge, and B&D who are experiencing an acute episode of mental health illness and may be high risk of harm.

Responsibilities

• Lead the nursing team on shift, coordinating shifts, sharing knowledge and guiding staff to provide safe care for the client group.
• Provide clinical audit and contribute to governance processes.
• Deputise for the Ward Manager in their absence, chairing meetings and undertaking management roles.
• Manage HR systems of the Ward: staffing, sickness, performance issues, annual leave reporting.
• Provide clinical and safeguarding supervision, mentor junior staff and students.
• Attend 5 days of Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course yearly.
• Work shifts over a 365‑day year, including night duty.
• Assess client needs and support nurses in formulating appropriate individual care plans.
• Ensure relatives and carers can communicate effectively with the clinical area.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communication around caring for young people.
• Take steps to maintain safety and welfare of staff, patients and the ward.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with at least one year experience working as a Nurse in a CAMHS and/or crisis setting.
• Inpatient experience; desirable previous work in an acute inpatient ward.
• Knowledge of care planning and risk assessment for acutely unwell people.
• Good working knowledge of legislation (Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 1983 (2007)) and CQC and NMC requirements.
• Ability to work all shifts, including night duty.
• Strong leadership and team‑working skills.
• Competence in IT skills for accurate documentation.

Benefits

High‑Cost Area Supplement of 15 % of basic salary (minimum £4,551, maximum £5,735, pro‑rata for part time staff). The position also offers comprehensive induction and training, and a probationary period (internal applicants exempt). The post holder will work with a supportive multi‑disciplinary team.

Application Process

Applications should be written by the applicant. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) programmes will result in application rejection. The post holder will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and undergo up to two weeks induction at head office in Rainham, Essex.

Closing Date

This advert closes on Sunday 14 Dec 2025.