Ward Manager - Marlborough House Adolescent Unit

Job summary

Are you a Registered Mental Health Nurse with experience working with children and young people?

Do you have proven leadership skills and are looking for an opportunity in a dynamic, rewarding role?

We are seeking a full-time Ward Manager to provide operational leadership and management support on our 12-bedded General Adolescent Mental Health Unit. The unit offers specialist care for young people aged 12-18 who are experiencing acute mental health difficulties, as part of a wider system of community and inpatient services.

As Ward Manager, you will work alongside the Clinical Nurse Lead to ensure the effective operational management, organisation, and delivery of high-quality nursing care within the unit. Strong clinical leadership is essential, and the role will include some shift working to support role modelling and the development of the nursing team. You will champion evidence-based practice and therapeutic approaches that promote recovery and positive outcomes for young people.

Main duties of the job

Working in conjunction with the Head of Service, Senior Matron, Clinical Nurse Lead, and Modern Matron, the post holder will contribute to the ongoing development of acute CAMHS service provision across the Oxford Health pathway.

You will:

• Ensure the effective day-to-day management and organisation of the ward, including staffing, resources, and compliance with policies

• Oversee the delivery of evidence-based nursing care to young people, ensuring therapeutic interventions are implemented and documented.

• Facilitate education, training, and professional development for staff. Promote a positive, inclusive team culture.

• Monitor clinical standards, risk management, safeguarding, and adherence to CQC and Trust requirements.

• Work closely with senior leaders (Head of Service, Service Manager, Clinical Nurse Lead, Modern Matron) to develop and improve CAMHS inpatient services.Provide 24-hour managerial responsibility for the ward, including rota oversight, incident management, and escalation when required

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Marlborough House Adolescent Unit,

Okus Road,

Swindon

SN1 4JS

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Marlborough House Adolescent Unit,

Okus Road,

Swindon

SN1 4JS

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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