Deputy Ward Manager Maple Ward

South West London & St George's Mental Health NHS Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health services provider in London seeks a dynamic Deputy Ward Manager to help shape the future of mental health care. This role involves delivering high-quality nursing care, fostering clinical excellence, and supporting staff development in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is a Registered Nurse with mentoring qualifications and experience in mental health settings. Flexible working arrangements and a range of benefits are offered to promote a thriving workforce.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Positive and welcoming environment

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health settings (clinical or non-clinical) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality safe nursing care in compliance with the NMC code.
• Promote clinical leadership as a role model through evidence-based care.
• Support professional development and educational programmes for staff.
• Encourage collaborative working within the partnership.

Skills

Excellent communication and relational skills

Proactive, forward-thinking approach

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) who has successfully completed preceptorship

Registered as an approved NMC mentor

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual for the pivotal role as Deputy Ward Manager at our values‑driven Trust. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of mental health services while developing a career in a supportive and innovative environment committed to inclusion, equity and being actively anti‑racist.

Role Summary

The Deputy Ward Manager will work on an innovative Short‑Stay mixed‑gender Psychiatric Ward operating on a maximum 28‑day admission framework. The model integrates evidence‑based approaches, including robust gate‑keeping processes, intensive multidisciplinary team (MDT) working, the Red‑to‑Green discharge facilitation approach, and strong integration with Home Treatment Teams (HTT) for admission prevention and early supported discharge.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver, or advise on the delivery of, high‑quality safe nursing care, ensuring consistently high standards of practice and clinical excellence in compliance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) code of professional conduct.
• Promote and develop clinical leadership and practice, serving as a positive role model to junior members through evidence‑based care.
• Support professional development through clinical appraisal, supervision and contribution to the ongoing educational programme for staff, fostering a positive learning environment.
• Encourage and foster collaborative and cross‑organisational working within and beyond the South London Mental Health and Community Partnership.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) who has successfully completed preceptorship.
• Registered as an approved NMC mentor.
• Experience in mental health settings (clinical or non‑clinical) is desirable.
• Excellent communication and relational skills with a proactive, forward‑thinking approach.

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Career development opportunities.
• A variety of benefits to create a positive, welcoming environment where our people and careers can thrive.

Our Commitment

We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti‑racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We proudly co‑produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.

Location

Springfield University Hospital, Tooting.