Deputy Ward Manager for the Jupiter Ward

Priory; Burgess Hill; Vor Ort; GBP 40.000 - 49.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Enhanced maternity pay

Birthday Holiday

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits: gym access, private

IPD sponsorship

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Zusammenfassung

Priory Hospital Burgess Hill seeks a Deputy Ward Manager for the Jupiter Ward PICU. The role requires active NMC registration with a strong clinical background, and 18–24 months post-registration experience.

You will lead the nursing team, monitor clinical risk, and ensure safe, person-centred care in a fast-paced environment. The post offers a permanent full-time contract, 40.25 hours weekly, and a supportive Career Development pathway within Priory.

Qualifikationen

• Active Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC).
• 18 months to 2 years' post-registration clinical experience, with demonstrable expertise.

Aufgaben

• Lead and support the nursing team on the Jupiter Ward PICU.
• Manage clinical risks and ensure compliance with relevant policies and legislation.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion within the ward.
• Coordinate shifts, deputise for the Ward Manager when required, and support recruitment and staff development.

Kenntnisse

NMC registration

PICU experience

Jobbeschreibung

Deputy Ward Manager for the Jupiter Ward

Application Deadline: 20 November 2026

Department: Nursing

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Priory Hospital Burgess Hill

Compensation: GBP 44,433 / year

Priory Hospital Burgess Hill
Salary Up to 44,433 per annum depending on experience
Full-time hours of 40.25 hours per week

Priory Hospital Burgess Hill has an opportunity for a Deputy Ward Manager with a active registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council to join our team on our PICU ward

Priory Hospital Burgess Hill, Goddards Green, West Sussex is an acute and psychiatric intensive care unit (PICU) service for adult males. The hospital is close to the A23, providing road access to Brighton, Gatwick and the M25. Due to the rural location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.

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 play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. You will lead and support the nursing team, manage clinical risks, ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies, and promote equality, diversity and inclusion. Responsibilities include coordinating shifts, acting as named or associate nurse, delivering and evaluating therapeutic interventions, supporting multidisciplinary working, and helping patients develop coping strategies. You will supervise, mentor and develop colleagues and student nurses, provide clinical supervision, support safe staffing and contribute to recruitment and retention. You will also undertake ward leadership responsibilities, deputise for the Ward Manager when required, and promote 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 a PICU 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.