In this Ward Manager role you will lead Bronte Ward, a Female Dementia Ward, guiding clinical, operational and professional practice in a fast-paced acute mental health setting. You will ensure strong nurse leadership, MDT collaboration and adequate administrative support to maximise time for patient care. You’ll be a visible, supportive presence on the wards, promoting trust values and compassionate care. This role offers scope to drive service improvement, staff development and high-quality, patient-centred care.
Pay / Benefits
flexible working
wellbeing resources
varied working patterns (term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time)
Responsibilities
Provide clinical, operational and professional leadership to ward staff
Ensure MDT leadership and coordinated care planning across the ward
Secure appropriate administrative support to maximise clinical time with patients
Maintain a visible, accessible presence on wards for patients and families
Promote Trust values (teamwork, respect, integrity, accountability, excellence, compassion) and adherence to the NMC code of conduct
Oversee delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care and drive service improvement
Key requirements
Registered Mental Health Nurse
Post reg. learning and development relevant to the role
On-going registration with the NMC
Post graduate experience at Clinical Leader level
Supervision and management of staff
Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Current UK professional registration
Knowledge of Health and Safety policies and procedures
Knowledge and practice of Mental Health Act 1983
Demonstrate understanding of how research has influenced practice
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