Deputy Ward Manager

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board; Pontypool; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is seeking a Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager to join the older adult team on a 20-bed functional ward. The role focuses on delivering compassionate, high-quality inpatient care in a supportive, development-focused environment.

The successful candidate will lead clinical care, supervise staff, and work to ensure safe discharge and continuous service improvement across the inpatient setting.

Qualifications

• In patient experience
• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
• Dementia care experience (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Lead and model high standards of care on the 20-bed older adult ward.
• Oversee ward operations in the ward manager's absence and provide leadership to junior staff.
• Support patients and families, facilitate safe discharge, and ensure expert clinical guidance.

Skills

In patient experience

Education

RMN

Job description

We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics, including disabled and neurodiverse candidates and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications made in English.

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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board support flexible working.

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Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process.

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager to work as part of our specialist older adult team on a 20 bedded functional ward.

Older Adult Mental Health services within Aneurin Bevan have a lot of developmental opportunities for all staff members within the directorate, we are also keen to nurture and develop staff through means compassionate management and encouraging personal and professional development.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an experienced Mental Health Nurse who is highly motivated, innovative and enthusiastic, who will demonstrate commitment to the ongoing development of our inpatient service. You will need the necessary clinical experience to lead and model excellent care delivery. You will be responsible for ensuring that high standards of care are delivered and maintained to patients admitted to our ward.

The successful post holder will in the absence of the ward manager oversee the management of the ward and therefore leadership qualities, skills and attributes would be essential for the successful candidate.

As a Deputy Ward Manager you will be responsible for the assessment and implementation of high quality care to patients who are admitted to the inpatient environment. A key role is to provide support to patients and their families and loved ones during the admission and facilitate safe discharge.

Within this role you will provide expert clinical advice to junior members of staff and support the ward manager and senior nurse in running the ward in a professional, effective and safe manner. You will need to possess good sound knowledge and have experience in the care of older adults with complex needs and be able to demonstrate skills in clinical leadership.

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• In patient experience

Experience

Essential criteria

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable criteria

• Sufficient experience

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• RMN

Desirable criteria

• Dementia care experience