Deputy Ward Manager - Acute

Job summary

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a deputy ward manager, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• First level Registered Nurse (RMN)
• Clinical supervision experience is essential, training is desirable
• Evidence of CPD and intent to maintain and develop CPD and leadership.
• Good computer skills

You can find additional information in the attached job description. 

Main duties of the job

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

To be successful as a Deputy Ward Manager, you will need to be a first-level Registered Nurse (RMN) with clinical supervision experience, while training in this area is desirable. Evidence of continued professional development (CPD) and a commitment to maintaining and developing both CPD and leadership skills are essential. Good computer skills and experience in Acute Mental Health are also required. Additionally, you should have at least three years, or equivalent, post-registration experience. Mentorship experience is desirable, although training can be provided.

For more information about the role, you can email MichellePark@priorygroup.com

About us

Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check. 

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy.