Deputy Ward Manager (RMN)

Sanctuary Personnel; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Ward Manager in a renowned organization committed to providing exceptional behavioral care. This role involves leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring high standards of care, and supporting the Ward Manager in delivering effective treatment for service users. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical leadership and mentorship skills, with a focus on professional development. Join a forward-thinking company that values your growth and offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive benefits and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of those you support.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Supplemented meals

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Long service award

Qualifications

• 3+ years of post-registration experience in nursing.
• Clinical supervision experience and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior nursing leadership to the ward nursing team.
• Undertake delegated responsibilities from the Ward Manager.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Nursing experience

Mentorship

CPD commitment

Education

First level Registered Nurse (RMN)

Post-registration experience

Job description

Sanctuary Personnel - 1275 jobs

Shift Pattern: Full time, 37.5 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Ward Manager on one of our client's acute wards, known for its calming and recovery-focused residential treatment for up to 38 service users.

About Our Client:

They are one of the UK's leading providers of behavioural care and specialist support services, offering a challenging and fulfilling career with the support of a world-class organisation committed to your development.

Across their network of hospitals, residential care homes, and supported living services, they are making a real and lasting difference to the lives of the people they support.

The ideal candidate for this role will:

1. Provide senior nursing leadership to the ward nursing team in support of the Ward Manager.
2. Possess clinical experience and leadership skills that instil expertise and confidence in the nursing team and ward overall.
3. Undertake defined delegated responsibilities from the Ward Manager, including protected time for Deputy Ward Manager duties and supervisory responsibilities for an agreed group of staff.

To be successful as Deputy Ward Manager, you'll need:

1. First level Registered Nurse (RMN)
2. Essential clinical supervision experience; training is desirable
3. Evidence of CPD and a commitment to maintaining and developing CPD and leadership skills
4. Experience in Acute Mental Health
5. At least 3 years, or equivalent post-registration experience
6. Mentorship experience is desirable; however, training can be provided

What you'll receive:

1. Excellent salary
2. Free on-site parking
3. Supplemented meals
4. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
5. Birthday holiday - Your birthday as an extra day of annual leave
6. Enhanced maternity pay
7. Contributory pension scheme
8. Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes such as gym membership, IT technology (laptops/tablets/smartphones), and private healthcare
9. Access to development opportunities
10. Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
11. Leadership and management development
12. Long service award
13. Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3000 (terms apply)