Deputy Ward Manager

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Newport; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal is seeking a Deputy Ward Manager to lead shifts, supervise nursing staff and ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for patients on a mixed PICU ward. The role requires active NMC registration and substantial post-registration clinical experience within mental health care.

The successful candidate will participate in CPD, mandatory training, appraisals and staff development, while upholding governance standards and promoting person-centred care within a

Qualifications

• Active Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Demonstrable expertise within a clinical specialty.
• 18–24 months post-registration experience or more.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and deputise for the Ward Manager.
• Supervise nursing staff through CPD, mandatory training, appraisal and supervision.
• Address performance concerns and support junior staff and student nurses.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary working and risk management.

Skills

Nursing experience

Clinical leadership

CPD

Education

NMC registration

Job description

You will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people's wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. Works as a Senior Nurse, ensuring a safe, therapeutic and inclusive environment for patients, families and visitors while applying relevant policies, statutory requirements and governance standards. Assesses and manages risks, maintains safe staffing and skill mix, and promotes diversity and inclusion. Supervises and develops nursing staff through CPD, mandatory training, appraisal and clinical supervision, addressing performance concerns and supporting junior staff and student nurses. Provides and evaluates therapeutic interventions for individuals with mental health and/or learning disability needs, promotes collaborative problem-solving and risk management, and contributes effectively to multidisciplinary working. Acts as Named Nurse and Associate Nurse, regularly leads shifts, undertakes agreed ward lead roles, deputises for the Ward Manager when required, and supports recruitment and retention. Adheres to all national, company and local standards, policies and procedures while promoting a culture of learning, development and continuous improvement.

• At least 18 Months 2 years experience post-registration
• Demonstrable expertise within a clinical speciality
  Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal, Stockport is an inpatient mental health service for young people and adults. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes along Wilmslow Road and Cheadle Hulme and East Didsbury railway stations approximately 12 miles from the service., Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal has an opportunity for a Deputy Ward Manager with an Active Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council to join our team on our mixed PICU ward.
• Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal, Stockport is an inpatient mental health service for young people and adults. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes along Wilmslow Road and Cheadle Hulme and East Didsbury railway stations approximately 12 miles from the service.