Job summary
An exciting Opportunity has arisen for ward manager. Are you a Clinical Leader looking to progress to a Ward Manager, or an experienced Ward Manager wanting a change?
Jubilee ward is 18 bedded and caters for older people experiencing enduring mental health issues with cognitive difficulties as their primary problem. We are looking for committed and conscientious ward manager to join our team. We operate a 24-hour service, as such the successful applicants will need to be willing to work 9-5. Applicants need experience of planning and delivery of effective programmes of care for people with mental health needs.
The ward is supported by dedicated care consultants and discharge co-ordinators and extended multi-disciplinary team along with an enthusiastic band of volunteer staff who keep our patients entertained and active.
We are seeking a caring, compassionate experienced Ward Manager who can demonstrate excellent leadership skills, can delegate effectively, and work effectively and efficiently as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will be expected to work pre-dominately Monday to Friday. They will have 24-hour responsibility with support from senior nurses who provide a 7-day support for the Trust.
You will be reliable, flexible, motivated, have excellent clinical and managerial skills, a commitment to ongoing learning and development, a commitment to delivering high quality care and be willing and open to embracing positive change.
Main duties of the job
Staff Management and Supervision
o Provide strong, proactive clinical leadership to support, motivate, and inspire the nursing team.
o Maintain a visible presence on the ward and be accessible to staff, patients, carers, and colleagues.
o Act as Team Leader within the nursing framework, working collaboratively with the MDT to support staff development and maintain high standards of practice.
o Ensure safe staffing levels and an appropriate skill mix, balancing patient need with financial constraints.
o Coordinate nursing teams to ensure consistent, high-quality care delivery.
o Ensure all staff receive annual appraisals and have up-to-date personal development plans.
o Monitor and manage sickness absence in line with Trust policy, ensuring supportive and timely interventions.
o Oversee annual leave planning to maintain safe cover and ensure staff wellbeing.
o Lead on recruitment, selection, and induction of new staff.
o Ensure safe working practices, addressing health and safety concerns promptly.
o Oversee rota management to ensure effective use of resources and safe staffing across the ward.
About us
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 over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered on the NMC register, parts 1,2
- Relevant post registration health care and/or management qualifications
- Mentorship/Teaching & assessing qualification
Desirable
- Degree in appropriate subject area
- Practice Assessor
Experience
Essential
- Two years at Clinical Team Leader Band 6 or above.
- Budget and resource management understanding.
- Experience of providing management supervision and appraisal
- First line management & leadership experience.
- Competent in receiving and providing clinical supervision and reflective practice
- Competent in operating CPA systems.
Desirable
- Experience of working with older adults with dementia
- Experience of working in an older adult setting.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance
- Knowledge and understanding of recovery approach.
- Awareness of nursing agendas, i.e. NHS plan and National Service Frameworks
- Knowledge of risk assessment
- Understanding of audit processes
- Highly developed leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others
- Excellent team player and ability to facilitate partnership working.
- Capable of leading and managing change.
- Ability to manage under pressure
- Ability to manage staff team/MDT Ability to manage competing priorities
- Effective written and verbal communication and positive interpersonal skills.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Maintain standards of organisational and professional conduct.
- Effective and credible role model
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered on the NMC register, parts 1,2
- Relevant post registration health care and/or management qualifications
- Mentorship/Teaching & assessing qualification
Desirable
- Degree in appropriate subject area
- Practice Assessor
Experience
Essential
- Two years at Clinical Team Leader Band 6 or above.
- Budget and resource management understanding.
- Experience of providing management supervision and appraisal
- First line management & leadership experience.
- Competent in receiving and providing clinical supervision and reflective practice
- Competent in operating CPA systems.
Desirable
- Experience of working with older adults with dementia
- Experience of working in an older adult setting.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance
- Knowledge and understanding of recovery approach.
- Awareness of nursing agendas, i.e. NHS plan and National Service Frameworks
- Knowledge of risk assessment
- Understanding of audit processes
- Highly developed leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others
- Excellent team player and ability to facilitate partnership working.
- Capable of leading and managing change.
- Ability to manage under pressure
- Ability to manage staff team/MDT Ability to manage competing priorities
- Effective written and verbal communication and positive interpersonal skills.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Maintain standards of organisational and professional conduct.
- Effective and credible role model
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
