Ward Manager

West London NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive online library

Career development and promotion

Annual leave buy/sell

Car lease scheme

Childcare vouchers

Discounted gym membership

Flexible working

Relocation package

Staff discounts

Job summary

West London NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Ward Manager for Jubilee Ward to lead a multidisciplinary team, maintain safe staffing, and deliver person-centred mental health care.

You will develop staff, promote evidence-based practice, and ensure high clinical standards in a compassionate, supportive environment. The role requires strong leadership and commitment to recovery. 9–5 hours, with access to development opportunities and a relocation package where applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical leadership and staff management
• Ability to lead in a multi-disciplinary team
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centred care

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Ward operations, ensuring safe staffing and patient safety
• Provide clinical leadership and role-model evidence-based practice
• Oversee education, supervision and professional development of staff
• Drive quality improvement and governance within the ward
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes

Job description

We are seeking a caring, compassionate experienced clinician to take up the role of Ward Manager on Jubilee Ward. The successful candidate can demonstrate excellent leadership skills, delegate effectively, and work effectively and efficiently as part of a multi-disciplinary team. We are looking for a committed and conscientious ward manager to join our team. The successful applicant will need to be willing to work 9-5.

Alongside This Exciting And Fulfilling Role, We Also Offer

• A supportive environment to develop clinical skills
• Access to a comprehensive online library of training, development, and resources
• Support towards career development and promotion opportunities within the Trust
• Annual leave buying and selling scheme
• Car lease scheme
• Childcare vouchers
• Discounted Gym membership
• Flexible working
• Relocation package
• Staff discounts

The Ward Manager Provides Visible, Compassionate Leadership And Is Accountable For The Delivery Of Safe, Effective, And Person‑centred Mental Health Care Within The Ward. The Post Holder Ensures Safe Staffing, High Clinical Standards, And a Therapeutic Environment That Supports Recovery. They Lead And Develop The Nursing Team, Promote Evidence‑based Practice, And Work Collaboratively With The Multidisciplinary Team To Ensure High‑quality Patient Outcomes.

The Ward Manager Oversees

• Staff Management and Supervision
• Clinical Leadership and Practice
• Operational and Managerial Responsibilities
• Education, Training, and Development
• Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement
• Maintains Professional Requirements

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.

The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.

The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rebecca Higgins Job title: Service Manager Email address: [e-mail]