Deputy Ward Manager EDU

Priory; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced maternity pay

Birthday Holiday

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits: gym, IT devices, &d

Private healthcare

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Hospital Bristol is seeking a Deputy Ward Manager to lead the nursing team on the eating disorders ward. You will oversee staff, ensure safe staffing, and deliver person-centred care within a therapeutic environment.

Active NMC registration is essential. 18–24 months post-registration experience and experience in eating disorders are welcomed. The role is full-time with a comprehensive development pathway and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Active Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is essential.
• 18–24 months post-registration clinical experience is required.
• Demonstrable expertise within a clinical speciality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the nursing team to deliver safe, high‑quality, person‑centred care on the ward.
• Oversee staffing levels and clinical risk management, ensuring compliance with policies.
• Coordinate shifts, supervise and develop colleagues, and mentor junior nurses and students.
• Deputise for the Ward Manager and contribute to recruitment and staff development.

Skills

NMC registration

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Staff mentoring

Communication

Education

Nursing Qualification/Registration

Tools

Staff management tools

Job description

Description

Full-time roles of 37.5 hours per week

Priory Hospital Bristol has an opportunity for a Deputy Ward Manager with an active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council to join our team on the eating disorder ward.

Department

Nursing

Location

Priory Hospital Bristol

Compensation

£43,014 - £46,314 / 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.

As a Senior Nurse, you will lead and support the nursing team to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care within a therapeutic environment. You will oversee clinical risks, promote equality and inclusion, ensure safe staffing, and maintain compliance with relevant legislation and policies. Responsibilities include coordinating shifts, delivering therapeutic interventions, supporting multidisciplinary working, supervising and developing colleagues, and mentoring junior and student nurses. You will also undertake ward leadership duties, provide clinical supervision, deputise for the Ward Manager when required, and contribute to staff recruitment and retention, promoting a positive culture of learning, professional 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

• Active Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council, meeting the requirements of Revalidation
• At least 18 Months - 2 years' experience post-registration Demonstrable expertise within a clinical speciality

The following experience would be beneficial

• Experience in eating disorders

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.