Job summary
We are seeking an inspiring and forward-thinking Band 7 Ward Manager to join our leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our ward. This is an exciting opportunity for a clinically confident and compassionate leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care while nurturing a positive, motivated, and resilient team.
About the Role
As Ward Manager, you will provide strong clinical leadership, ensuring safe, effective, and person-centred care is delivered every day. You will work closely alongside the existing Ward Manager, who oversees operational and administrative functions, allowing you to focus on the clinical environment, staff development, and the overall culture of the ward.
This role requires flexibility to work a full range of shifts, including nights, to maintain visible leadership and support across the 24-hour service.
Main duties of the job
- Lead by example in delivering high-quality clinical care and maintaining professional standards.
- Provide visible, supportive leadership across all shifts, including nights.
- Strengthen teamwork, morale, and communication within the multidisciplinary team.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and learning-focused ward culture.
- Support staff through coaching, supervision, and development opportunities.
- Work collaboratively with the operational Ward Manager to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement in patient experience, safety, and outcomes.
- Promote a culture of openness, accountability, and shared responsibility.
- Contribute to workforce planning, recruitment, and retention initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with governance, safeguarding, and regulatory standards.
- Contribute to the team's senior collective leadership, ensuring consistent standards, shared decision-making, and a unified approach to patient care.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding this role, please see attached the job description and person specification.
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
What is it like to be an Inpatient Mental Health Nurse at MPFT? - YouTube
We are looking for someone who:
- Is an experienced and confident clinical leader, ideally with prior Band 6 or Band 7 experience.
- Thrives in a dynamic environment and can remain calm and decisive under pressure.
- Is passionate about building strong, cohesive teams and improving workplace culture.
- Communicates with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
- Is committed to continuous improvement and evidencebased practice.
- Can work flexibly across all shift patterns to support staff and maintain leadership presence.
- Values collaboration and enjoys working as part of a supportive leadership team.
What We Offer
- A supportive leadership structure with opportunities for mentorship and development.
- Access to training, leadership programmes, and career progression pathways.
- A welcoming team committed to delivering excellent patient care.
- Opportunities to influence service development and shape the future of the ward.
- The chance to work within a QN PICUaccredited environment, committed to high standards of care and continuous improvement.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding this role, please see attached the job description and person specification.
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
What is it like to be an Inpatient Mental Health Nurse at MPFT? - YouTube
We are looking for someone who:
- Is an experienced and confident clinical leader, ideally with prior Band 6 or Band 7 experience.
- Thrives in a dynamic environment and can remain calm and decisive under pressure.
- Is passionate about building strong, cohesive teams and improving workplace culture.
- Communicates with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
- Is committed to continuous improvement and evidencebased practice.
- Can work flexibly across all shift patterns to support staff and maintain leadership presence.
- Values collaboration and enjoys working as part of a supportive leadership team.
What We Offer
- A supportive leadership structure with opportunities for mentorship and development.
- Access to training, leadership programmes, and career progression pathways.
- A welcoming team committed to delivering excellent patient care.
- Opportunities to influence service development and shape the future of the ward.
- The chance to work within a QN PICUaccredited environment, committed to high standards of care and continuous improvement.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse with NMC
- Post-registration experience and/or evidence of formal courses and training at post graduate diploma level
Desirable
- Clinical Supervision Training
- Recognised Management or Leadership Qualification
- Recognised Psychological Interventions Training, e.g. Dementia specific
Experience
Essential
- Significant demonstrable post qualification experience at Band 6.
- Experience of developing, delivering and evaluating specialist programmes of care and risk management plans.
- Evidence of successful mentoring and/or supervision of junior members of staff including students.
- Evidence of improving service delivery in line with evidence based practice.
- Demonstrable experience of effective multi-disciplinary team working.
- Current Band 6 MPFT employee working on the Adult MH wards at St Georges
Desirable
- Experience of working in a inpatient/ community setting.
- Experience of managing a team of staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse with NMC
- Post-registration experience and/or evidence of formal courses and training at post graduate diploma level
Desirable
- Clinical Supervision Training
- Recognised Management or Leadership Qualification
- Recognised Psychological Interventions Training, e.g. Dementia specific
Experience
Essential
- Significant demonstrable post qualification experience at Band 6.
- Experience of developing, delivering and evaluating specialist programmes of care and risk management plans.
- Evidence of successful mentoring and/or supervision of junior members of staff including students.
- Evidence of improving service delivery in line with evidence based practice.
- Demonstrable experience of effective multi-disciplinary team working.
- Current Band 6 MPFT employee working on the Adult MH wards at St Georges
Desirable
- Experience of working in a inpatient/ community setting.
- Experience of managing a team of staff
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
