Ward Manager: Mental Health Nursing Leader

NHS Jobs; Potters Bar; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Elysium Healthcare is seeking a Ward Manager to lead a nursing team in CAMHS Tier 4 Low Secure services at Potters Bar. You will deliver high quality care, empower recovery and provide strong clinical leadership.

With NHS background or private care experience, you will manage on‑call, supervise staff, and help foster a positive learning environment. The role includes budget oversight and safeguarding vulnerable young people.

Qualifications

• A relevant nursing qualification.
• NMC registration is required.
• A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate.
• A commitment to high‑quality care and evidence‑based practice.
• Relevant experience in a similar environment.
• Proven track record of leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the nursing team and deliver high-quality care to young people and adults with acute mental health needs.
• Support colleagues and promote good teamwork across the ward.
• Empower recovery and provide supervision to staff across the ward.
• Manage the on‑call service and lead by example, including ward budgets.
• Designate to take charge of the ward and drive clinical governance.

Skills

Leadership

Nursing

People management

Communication

Education

Nursing qualification

NMC registration

Job description

Elysium Healthcare is seeking a Ward Manager to lead a nursing team in CAMHS Tier 4 Low Secure services at Potters Bar. You will deliver high quality care, empower recovery and provide strong clinical leadership.

With NHS background or private care experience, you will manage on‑call, supervise staff, and help foster a positive learning environment. The role includes budget oversight and safeguarding vulnerable young people.