Deputy Ward Manager Male PICU Ward

Priory; Bristol; On-site; GBP 43,014 - 46,314; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday – Your Birthday as an extra day annual leave

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

A prominent mental health facility in Bristol is seeking a Deputy Ward Manager for the Male PICU Ward. This full-time role involves leading a compassionate team to ensure patient wellbeing and implementing care plans. Ideal candidates will have active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, strong computer skills, and experience in clinical supervision. The compensation ranges from £43,014 to £46,314 per year, with perks including on-site parking and enhanced maternity pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 months to 2 years of post-registration experience.
• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Trained assessor or supervisor experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
• Assist with the assessment and implementation of care plans.
• Manage risk across the working environment.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Strong computer literacy

Education

Active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council

Job description

Priory Hospital Bristol is looking to recruit a Deputy Ward Manager to join the team on the Male PICU Ward. Our enhanced rates are £22.00 Weeknight, 15% Saturday (Day), 15% Saturday (Night), 20% Sunday (Day), 15% Sunday (Night), 20% Bank Holiday, 50% Overtime, 25%. This is a full‑time role of 37.5 hours.

Department: Nursing

Location: Priory Hospital Bristol

Compensation: £43,014 - £46,314 / year

Priory Hospital Bristol is one of the UK's leading centres for the treatment of individuals, families and couples facing a wide range of psychiatric conditions. We offer fast access to treatment for a number of mental health concerns and addictions. Bristol is an ideal place for treating people with complex disorders, including people who may not have responded to previous treatment. We can guarantee that our comprehensive treatment programmes are guided by current evidence‑based research.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Works as Senior Nurse in a Ward or equivalent area ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, their families and visitors.
• Apply relevant policies and statutory requirements within the ward and hospital framework of governance and communicates requirements to the wider team.
• Ensures that risk is assessed and managed across the immediate and wider working environment and that statutory requirements are met.
• Respects and applies the requirements of diversity and inclusion, promoting and role modelling these across the team.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The ideal candidate will hold active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and meet all requirements for revalidation. They will be a trained assessor or supervisor with essential experience in clinical supervision (training in this area is desirable). Evidence of continued professional development and a clear commitment to maintaining and enhancing both clinical and leadership skills are expected. Strong computer literacy is also required. Candidates should have a minimum of 18 months to 2 years of post‑registration experience, demonstrating expertise within a relevant clinical specialty.

For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

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.

• Free on‑site parking
• Birthday Holiday – Your Birthday as an extra day annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• 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.