Deputy Ward Manager - Alder

Priory; Cheadle Hulme; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced maternity pay

Birthday holiday

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal in Stockport is recruiting a Deputy Ward Manager for its inpatient mental health service serving adults and young people. This full‑time role (37.5 hours a week) carries a salary of £40,014 per year and requires Active Nursing Council registration.

The post involves leading shifts, safeguarding, governance, and promoting a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and staff. You'll work within a multidisciplinary team, supervise and develop nursing staff, support

Qualifications

• Active Nursing Council (NMC) registration is required.
• At least 18–24 months of post-registration experience.
• Demonstrable expertise within a clinical speciality.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts as Deputy Ward Manager and deputise for the Ward Manager.
• Assess and manage risks; maintain safe staffing and skill mix.
• Provide and evaluate therapeutic interventions for mental health needs.
• Supervise and develop nursing staff through CPD, appraisal and supervision.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Staff supervision

NMC registration

Job description

About this role

Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal, Stockport is an inpatient mental health service for young people and adults, located in Cheadle Royal. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes along Wilmslow Road and Cheadle Hulme and East Didsbury railway stations approximately 1–2 miles from the service. The Deputy Ward Manager position is a full‑time role of 37.5 hours per week, with a salary of £40,014 per year and an Active Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council required.

Application deadline

30 November 2026.

Department

Nursing.

Location

Cheadle Royal.

Compensation

£40,014 per year.

What you'll be doing

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.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential for the role

• At least 18 Months – 2 years’ experience post-registration
• Demonstrable expertise within a clinical speciality

The following experience would be beneficial

• Experience in an Acute setting

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Enhanced maternity pay
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.