Ward Manager

Leaders in Care; Hessay; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized healthcare provider in Hessay is looking for an experienced Ward Manager to lead a team in a neurorehabilitation setting. The role involves providing clinical leadership, ensuring high standards of care, and supporting adults recovering from acquired brain injuries. Successful candidates will have a background as a Registered Nurse and experience in managing clinical teams. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £53,000 and various employee benefits, including 38 days annual leave and a supportive workplace.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £53,000

38 days annual leave (pro rata)

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance and eye care vouchers

Company pension

Health cash plan

Long-service recognition and staff awards

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage a clinical team effectively.
• Experience in complex care or rehabilitation services.
• Skilled in leading and developing staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day clinical and operational leadership.
• Maintain clinical governance and risk management processes.
• Oversee staff recruitment, development, and supervision.

Skills

Strong understanding of the Mental Health Act

Experience managing a ward or large clinical team

Excellent communication skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RMN/RNLD)

Mentorship in Practice qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced clinical leader looking to make a genuine impact in specialist neurorehabilitation? We're seeking a dedicated Ward Manager to join an independent hospital service in York, supporting adults recovering from acquired brain injuries. This is a full time role as Ward Manager, working 35 hours per week on a rota basis.

You will be working within a modern, purpose-built centre, which accommodates up to 40 individuals across two floors and offers a supportive environment focused on rehabilitation, independence and person-centred care. You'll join a passionate multi-disciplinary team who pride themselves on collaboration, compassion and high clinical standards.

Your Key Responsibilities as Ward Manager

• Provide day-to-day clinical and operational leadership, ensuring consistently high standards of care.
• Act as a positive role model, delivering evidence-based practice and supporting individuals to achieve their rehabilitation goals.
• Coordinate effective admission and discharge planning alongside the wider care team.
• Establish clear communication systems to promote continuity of care with internal and external professionals.
• Empower staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred support and encourage a reflective learning culture.
• Maintain robust clinical governance and risk management processes.
• Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met, including identifying and reporting concerns relating to harm, abuse or poor practice.
• Oversee staff recruitment, development, supervision and rota management, ensuring the ward is appropriately staffed at all times.

About You

• Registered Nurse (RMN/RNLD).
• Strong understanding and experience of the Mental Health Act.
• Proven ability to manage a ward or large clinical team.
• Skilled in leading, inspiring and developing staff.
• Experience working within complex care or rehabilitation services.
• Mentorship in Practice qualification (or willingness to complete).
• Excellent communication skills across all formats and levels.

What's in It for You

• Competitive salary up to £53,000
• 38 days annual leave (including bank holidays), pro rata
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days' leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance, eye care vouchers and free parking
• Company pension
• Long-service recognition and staff awards
• Health cash plan
• A supportive, inclusive workplace that values wellbeing and professional growth

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're passionate about leading a team and driving high-quality neurorehabilitation care, please Apply / contact Gemma at Leaders in Care for further details.

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