Ward Manager

Priory Group; London; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Ward Manager for their Enfield hospital. This role involves managing a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high standards of patient care, and leading ward development. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in mental health services.

Benefits

Standard Benefits

Qualifications

• Ward Manager experience, ability to lead ward development.
• Experience working in a low secure ward.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 20 staff, ensuring high standards of care.
• Ensure compliance with policies and statutory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Change Management

Team Motivation

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification

Job description

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Providing quality, inspiring innovation, and delivering value is what we set out to achieve at Priory Healthcare. We enable our patients with mental health illnesses 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.

Job Advert Role Description

Role: Ward Manager: Priory Hospital Enfield - with close transport links
Type: Permanent, Full-time, 37.5 hours
Out of hours: On-call responsibilities, 1 week per month
Salary:

• 1-3 years: £47,375
• 4-6 years: £53,652
• 7+ years: £46,000 - £53,000

Benefits: Standard

Reason for Vacancy: Replacement - leaves 30th July.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 20 staff at full occupancy (60% HCA, 40% RMN).

Experience Required

• Ward Manager experience, mature approach, ability to lead ward development.
• Understanding of change management and transition.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and engage teams.
• Experience working in a low secure ward.
• Proven management of staff, including 1-2-1s, disciplinary actions, coaching, and development.
• Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification.
• Experience within acute or forensic services.
• Background in Quality Improvement.
• Knowledge of Safe Wards and reducing risk of restricted practice.

Job Purpose

To provide clinical management and leadership of the nursing team, acting as a role model and mentor, ensuring high standards of care and effective ward environment management.

Responsibilities

• Effective management of ward resources, staffing, and skill mix.
• Ensure clinical supervision, appraisal, CPD, and mandatory training for staff.
• Recognize and reward positive staff performance.
• Create a culture of learning, development, and professionalism.
• Ensure compliance with policies and statutory requirements.
• Maintain high standards of patient care, personalized care plans, and engagement with families.
• Assess and manage physical healthcare alongside mental health needs.
• Ensure ward procedures support safe and effective operation.
• Contribute to recruitment and staff retention.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and effective communication.
• Develop strong working relationships with colleagues.
• Promote diversity and equality.
• Handle clinical investigations, complaints, and HR issues thoroughly and promptly.
• Ensure legislative compliance regarding Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Deprivation of Liberties.
• Manage medicines and liaise with pharmacists.
• Report and manage incidents, lead reviews, and debrief staff.
• Engage with MDT for positive team working.
• Deputize for the Director of Clinical Services as needed.
• Participate in audits, induction, training, and recruitment.
• Support external stakeholder communication.
• Provide cover and support across the team and site, including on-call duties.

Division DBS info

About us

The Priory Group offers tailored, multidisciplinary treatment for complex educational needs and mental healthcare, ensuring seamless care transitions and optimal outcomes.

Most services are publicly funded, working with commissioners to provide transparent pricing and evidence-based care.

Disclosure

All roles require a DBS check at an appropriate level. We are an equal opportunities employer.

No agencies please. CVs sent to Priory Group without prior engagement will be considered a gift.

Job Description

Ward_Manager.pdf

Closing Date

08/06/2025