Deputy Ward Manager Private CAMHS

Priory; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Deputy Ward Manager to join their esteemed team at a mental health facility. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a passionate nursing team in providing exceptional care to patients with mental health challenges. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based treatment. With a focus on patient-centered care, you'll work in a supportive environment that values your contributions and professional growth. This position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the mental health sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-registration experience as an RMN.
• Ability to provide high-quality, evidence-based services.

Responsibilities

• Support the Ward Manager and multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver personalized treatment programs for mental health.

Skills

Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Leadership Skills

Clinical Ability

Patient-Centered Care

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Job description

Enabling our patients with mental health illness to receive a truly integrated and holistic approach to their treatment, regardless of complexity or severity, thanks to the knowledge and expertise of our multidisciplinary clinical teams.

About Priory Hospital Chelmsford

Situated within three acres of landscaped grounds, Priory Hospital Chelmsford is an independent hospital specialising in the treatment and management of adults and adolescents with a range of mental health problems. The hospital boasts a highly experienced team of mental health professionals and support staff, including consultant psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and therapists.

The hospital offers calming and recovery-focused residential treatment for up to 60 service users, as well as day care and outpatient services, including separate facilities for young people.

Our Services

• Eating disorders
• Child and Adolescent Mental Health
• Addiction services

Our highly experienced multidisciplinary team delivers personalised treatment programmes alongside a wide range of therapies.

Position: Deputy Ward Manager

Please note: Applicants must be qualified Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMN). This is an exciting opportunity to work within our nursing team on our 11-bedded Private CAMHS Service Ward. The post holder must be an experienced RMN with at least 2 years post-registration experience.

The successful applicant will be patient-centred, with the clinical ability to provide a high-quality, evidence-based service, and the management skills to support the Ward Manager and the multidisciplinary team. You will need to be a confident and effective leader who is motivated, dynamic, and possesses a good working knowledge of mental health.

About Us

From education to hospitals, care homes, and secure facilities, the Priory Group offers individually tailored, multidisciplinary treatment programmes for those with complex educational needs or requiring acute, long-term, and respite mental healthcare.

The integrated strength of our services provides a seamless transition for individuals as they progress between higher and lower dependency care and across services. This approach ensures every individual has the opportunity to achieve the best possible outcomes and quality of life with the Priory Group.

Additional Information

As 85% of our services are publicly funded and delivered in partnership with commissioners, our teams work with commissioning bodies across the country to provide transparent pricing models and evidence-based care programmes.

Disclosure

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer.