Deputy Ward Manager – Acute Mental Health Leadership

Transformation Unit; Leigh; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff gym facilities

On-site cafe

Evening/Weekend pay enhancements

27 days annual leave + holidays

Excellent pension

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Deputy Ward Manager for Atherleigh Park in Leigh. The role oversees Adult Working Age Acute Wards and Psychiatric Intensive Care, with three wards and 20/8 bed units.

You will lead, mentor, ensure safety, and manage shifts as nurse in charge while supporting the Ward Manager. The post requires RMN registration (NMC), Band 5 experience in acute mental health, and commitment to recovery, trauma-informed care, and person-centred

Qualifications

• RMN qualification and NMC registration are required.
• Experience as Band 5 RMN in the same specialty is essential.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development in clinical leadership are expected.

Responsibilities

• Support Ward Manager in operational governance and leadership.
• Supervise junior staff and mentor new staff.
• Oversee medication management and physical health on the ward.

Skills

RMN Professional Qualification

Clinical leadership

Clinical risk assessment

HR tasks management

Education

RMN Professional Qualification

Post-registration CPD in Mental Health

Job description

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Deputy Ward Manager for Atherleigh Park in Leigh. The role oversees Adult Working Age Acute Wards and Psychiatric Intensive Care, with three wards and 20/8 bed units.

You will lead, mentor, ensure safety, and manage shifts as nurse in charge while supporting the Ward Manager. The post requires RMN registration (NMC), Band 5 experience in acute mental health, and commitment to recovery, trauma-informed care, and person-centred