Lead Ward Manager – New Female Mental Health Unit

Cygnet; Mold; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS & employee discount

50% NMC renewal paid

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Bespoke career pathways

Job summary

Cygnet Delfryn House in North Wales is opening early 2027 and seeks a professional Ward Manager to lead the new low secure service for women. You will oversee clinical delivery, drive improvement, and ensure safe, therapeutic care with strong risk management.

The role requires in-patient experience, leadership, and a patient-centered approach to support recovery while adhering to policy and confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in an in-patient setting.
• Strong leadership and change management capabilities.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and current nursing practices.
• Focus on patient recovery and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee ward delivery of care.
• Provide recommendations to the Hospital Manager for ward development.
• Participate in planned ward visits by professional visitors.
• Monitor nursing practice and staff registration at unit level.
• Ensure patient confidentiality and policy adherence.
• Audit and follow up on action plans to improve care.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Audits

Staff development

In-patient care

Mental Health Act knowledge

Job description

Cygnet Delfryn House in North Wales is opening early 2027 and seeks a professional Ward Manager to lead the new low secure service for women. You will oversee clinical delivery, drive improvement, and ensure safe, therapeutic care with strong risk management.

The role requires in-patient experience, leadership, and a patient-centered approach to support recovery while adhering to policy and confidentiality standards.