Deputy Ward Manager - East 18 MHSOP

NHS; Penarth; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Penarth is seeking a Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager to support a team within mental health services. The successful candidate will take on leadership responsibilities, ensuring high standards of care while supporting patients in their recovery. Applicants must be registered Mental Health Nurses with the necessary qualifications and a dedication to patient-centered care. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary range and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Supportive work environment

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• Competent in day-to-day shift management.
• Experience of supervision of junior staff.
• Extensive knowledge of relevant specialty.

Responsibilities

• Act as the deputy to the Team Leader/Sister/Charge Nurse.
• Ensure high standards and quality of care.
• Provide regular direct clinical care.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

IT skills

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Current NMC registration

Specialist training to postgrad level

Job description

Job summary

MHSOP are currently recruiting Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager who has a special interest in acute functional mental health conditions, psychological interventions and risk assessment and management and who is keen to develop their skills. We welcome applications from motivated and compassionate nurses who would like to progress and take a leadership role in this developing service.

We are seeking applicants for are keen to work collaboratively with patients, understanding what's important to them and their family. Successful candidates will work within a multi-disciplinary team developing care and treatment plans where the patient is in the centre of the decision making.

We would welcome applications from experienced Band 5 nurses. We will provide learning opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge with emphasis in assessing, treating and managing anxiety, depression, psychosis and risk to help aid recovery. We will provide training, supervision and encourage applications from nurses who have an interest in psychological approaches to care.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will act as the deputy to the Team Leader/Sister/Charge Nurse regularly taking charge of the clinical area and ensuring that the standards and quality of care given to patients and clients, together with the environment in which care is delivered, are maintained at a high standard.

The post holder will be an effective leader and role model and will be expected to provide regular direct clinical care and use experience to support the implementation of both clinical and non-clinical governance.The post holder will work flexibly as a member of the care team and in support of the Team Leader/Sister/Charge Nurse to ensure standards are being maintained, evaluated, and where necessary improved.

Post holders willbe RMN Nurses with a keen interest and real passion for working with patients with functional illness. Depending on the clinical need of the service, at times there may be a requirement to work in other areas within MHSOP.

Internal shift rotation is in operation including nights, twilights, weekends and bank holidays.We are searching for individuals who share our values.Our values are:We care about the people we serve and the people we work withWe trust one anotherWe respect each otherWe take personal responsibilityWe treat people with kindnessWe act with integrity

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

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Details Date posted

31 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

001-NMR159-0725

Job locations

University Hospital of Llandough

Penlan Road

Penarth

CF64 2XX

Job description Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Job description Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse
• Current NMC registration
• Specialist training to postgrad level
• Evidence of continuing development

Desirable

• Willingness to study at masters level

Experience Essential

• Competent in day to day shift management
• Experience of supervision of junior staff
• Knowledge of research & audit

Skills Essential

• Ability to produce and receive complex sensitive information
• Ability to communicate sensitive information about patients condition
• Analytical and interpretation skills in complex situations
• IT skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise own time and that of the junior team

Desirable

• Able to demonstrate application of expanded roles/skills within clinical setting

Special Knowledge Essential

• Extensive knowledge of relevant speciality underpinned by theory
• Able to demonstrate specialist knowledge of patient group

Personal Qualities Essential

• Ability to work within a team and independently without supervision
• Flexible approach to work
• Able to work under pressure
• Punctual
• Caring nature
• Assertive attitude

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse
• Current NMC registration
• Specialist training to postgrad level
• Evidence of continuing development

Desirable

• Willingness to study at masters level

Experience Essential

• Competent in day to day shift management
• Experience of supervision of junior staff
• Knowledge of research & audit

Skills Essential

• Ability to produce and receive complex sensitive information
• Ability to communicate sensitive information about patients condition
• Analytical and interpretation skills in complex situations
• IT skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise own time and that of the junior team

Desirable

• Able to demonstrate application of expanded roles/skills within clinical setting

Special Knowledge Essential

• Extensive knowledge of relevant speciality underpinned by theory
• Able to demonstrate specialist knowledge of patient group

Personal Qualities Essential

• Ability to work within a team and independently without supervision
• Flexible approach to work
• Able to work under pressure
• Punctual
• Caring nature
• Assertive attitude

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital of Llandough

Penlan Road

Penarth

CF64 2XX

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital of Llandough

Penlan Road

Penarth

CF64 2XX

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)