Deputy Ward Manager

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Rother; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health hospital in East Sussex is seeking a committed Deputy Ward Manager. You will provide leadership and ensure high standards of care in a therapeutic environment for patients. The role requires qualifications as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) and offers a salary of £43,014 – £46,314 per annum along with generous benefits including a £5,000 welcome bonus and private medical insurance.

Benefits

£5,000 Welcome Bonus

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance Scheme

Life Assurance

Free meals while on duty

Qualifications

• Qualified as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with an active NMC Pin.
• Excellent clinical knowledge based on evidence-based practice.
• Experience of Care Plans, Risk Assessments, and writing reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
• Ensure high standards of care for mental and physical health.
• Act as a role model and provide leadership to junior staff.

Job description

Overview

A fantastic job opportunity has arisen for a committed Deputy Ward Manager to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in Wadhurst, East Sussex. This special hospital has a reflective location that allows staff to provide a highly therapeutic environment, making the perfect place for individuals to receive specialist, privately‑funded therapy & treatment for a range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety and stress, as well as outpatient support for addictions.

To be considered for this position you must be qualified as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a current active NMC Pin

Responsibilities

• Committed to providing a safe and therapeutic environment for patients
• Ensuring there is a high standard of care for patients in terms of their mental and physical health
• Act as a role model and provide leadership to more junior staff
• Work effectively as part of a Multi‑Disciplinary Team
• Committed to supervision, appraisal and Continuous Professional Development
• Support with recruitment and retention

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Excellent clinical knowledge based on evidence‑based practice
• Experience of Care Plans, Risk Assessments and writing reports
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act legislation and statutory regulations
• Experience of staffing, skill mix and leading shifts
• Committed to supporting Junior Staff and Students

Salary & Benefits

The successful Deputy Ward Manager will receive an excellent annual salary £43,014 – £46,314 per annum DOE. This exciting position is a permanent full‑time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• £5,000 Welcome Bonus
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (at commencement of employment)
• A group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP)
• Private Medical Insurance Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free meals while on duty
• Care first – Employee Assistance Services
• Continuous learning and development
• Childcare vouchers
• Career development
• Personal health insurance
• An employee assistance programme
• Voluntary benefit

Contact Information

Reference ID: 3422

To apply, please call 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [e-mail].

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