Job summary
Set within a safe and therapeutic environment, the Priory Hospital Dewsbury is a 32 bedded locked service, supporting two different service user groups:
Hartley Ward focuses upon the active rehabilitation of men with mental health issues. The emphasis is upon stabilising mental health, reducing risks and enhancing independent living skills, with a view to reintegration into the community. This is a 16 bed ward.
Jubilee Ward supports men with dementia, and behaviours that challenge. This is also a 16 bed ward. Providing quality, inspiring innovation and delivering value is what we set out to achieve at Priory Healthcare. Enabling our patients to receive a truly integrated and holistic approach to their treatment and care, regardless of complexity or severity, thanks to the knowledge and expertise of our multidisciplinary clinical teams.
Priory Hospital Dewsbury is part of the Priory Group, Europes leading provider of specialist treatment in mental illness. We deliver highest standards of care together with an extensive range of clinical services.
Main duties of the job
The above role will be primarily focused around the effective delivery of clinical care and working towards improving standards within the clinical areas of the service on Jubilee Ward.
Some responsibilities are as follows;
Deputises for the Director of Clinical Services as required.
Manages the ward and resources effectively, taking steps to ensure that appropriate staffing levels and skill mix of nursing experience and skills is in place including effective rota management, annual leave and training arrangements.
Ensures that all members of the nursing team receive clinical supervision, appraisal, CPD requirements and complete mandatory training.
Acts as a highly visible role model, mentor and leader, creating a culture that promotes learning, development, inquiry and professionalism, celebrates achievements and shares learning to the benefit of the ward, hospital and wider division.
Actively lead on the recruitment and retention of staff to the ward and hospital.
Engages with other members of the Ward MDT, to facilitate positive and efficient MDT working.
Deputises for the Director of Clinical Services as required.
To apply for the role, you must have the following;
You will need to be an RMN or RNLD orRGN
At least 2 years experience in a supervisory capacity within a relevant care setting.
About us
Has been a supervisor of nursing or care staff
Experience of clinical audit and/ or service improvement based on evidence desirable
Willingness to complete further clinical, managerial and leadership training and development relevant to your area of practice in management and leadership.
Trained and current Assessor/Supervisor.
Computer literate.
What we offer you;
NMC/HCPC Payment in full
CPD top up
25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays increasing to 30 days plus bank holidays with length of service
Extra Service Annual leave awards
An employee assistance programme
Supplemented meals/refreshments when on duty
Free car parking
Flexible Benefits Package
Donation to a charity of their choice
Storm front scheme
Eligibility for a blue card (NHS)
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer.
You can also take advantage of clear career pathways and support around training and personal development.
You will be surrounded by like-minded professionals who work well as a team to produce positive outcomes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Set within a safe and therapeutic environment, the Priory Hospital Dewsbury is a 32 bedded locked service, supporting two different service user groups:
Hartley Ward focuses upon the active rehabilitation of men with mental health issues. The emphasis is upon stabilising mental health, reducing risks and enhancing independent living skills, with a view to reintegration into the community. This is a 16 bed ward.
Jubilee Ward supports men with dementia, and behaviours that challenge. This is also a 16 bed ward. Providing quality, inspiring innovation and delivering value is what we set out to achieve at Priory Healthcare. Enabling our patients to receive a truly integrated and holistic approach to their treatment and care, regardless of complexity or severity, thanks to the knowledge and expertise of our multidisciplinary clinical teams.
Priory Hospital Dewsbury is part of the Priory Group, Europes leading provider of specialist treatment in mental illness. We deliver highest standards of care together with an extensive range of clinical services.
The above role will be primarily focused around the effective delivery of clinical care and working towards improving standards within the clinical areas of the service on Jubilee Ward.
Some responsibilities are as follows;
Deputises for the Director of Clinical Services as required.
Manages the ward and resources effectively, taking steps to ensure that appropriate staffing levels and skill mix of nursing experience and skills is in place including effective rota management, annual leave and training arrangements.
Ensures that all members of the nursing team receive clinical supervision, appraisal, CPD requirements and complete mandatory training.
Acts as a highly visible role model, mentor and leader, creating a culture that promotes learning, development, inquiry and professionalism, celebrates achievements and shares learning to the benefit of the ward, hospital and wider division.
Actively lead on the recruitment and retention of staff to the ward and hospital.
Engages with other members of the Ward MDT, to facilitate positive and efficient MDT working.
Deputises for the Director of Clinical Services as required.
To apply for the role, you must have the following;
You will need to be an RMN or RNLD orRGN
At least 2 years experience in a supervisory capacity within a relevant care setting.
Has been a supervisor of nursing or care staff
Experience of clinical audit and/ or service improvement based on evidence desirable
Willingness to complete further clinical, managerial and leadership training and development relevant to your area of practice in management and leadership.
Trained and current Assessor/Supervisor.
Computer literate.
What we offer you;
NMC/HCPC Payment in full
CPD top up
25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays increasing to 30 days plus bank holidays with length of service
Extra Service Annual leave awards
An employee assistance programme
Supplemented meals/refreshments when on duty
Free car parking
Flexible Benefits Package
Donation to a charity of their choice
Storm front scheme
Eligibility for a blue card (NHS)
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer.
You can also take advantage of clear career pathways and support around training and personal development.
You will be surrounded by like-minded professionals who work well as a team to produce positive outcomes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Set within a safe and therapeutic environment, the Priory Hospital Dewsbury is a 32 bedded locked service, supporting two different service user groups:
Hartley Ward focuses upon the active rehabilitation of men with mental health issues. The emphasis is upon stabilising mental health, reducing risks and enhancing independent living skills, with a view to reintegration into the community. This is a 16 bed ward.
Jubilee Ward supports men with dementia, and behaviours that challenge. This is also a 16 bed ward. Providing quality, inspiring innovation and delivering value is what we set out to achieve at Priory Healthcare. Enabling our patients to receive a truly integrated and holistic approach to their treatment and care, regardless of complexity or severity, thanks to the knowledge and expertise of our multidisciplinary clinical teams.
Priory Hospital Dewsbury is part of the Priory Group, Europes leading provider of specialist treatment in mental illness. We deliver highest standards of care together with an extensive range of clinical services.
The above role will be primarily focused around the effective delivery of clinical care and working towards improving standards within the clinical areas of the service on Jubilee Ward.
Some responsibilities are as follows;
Deputises for the Director of Clinical Services as required.
Manages the ward and resources effectively, taking steps to ensure that appropriate staffing levels and skill mix of nursing experience and skills is in place including effective rota management, annual leave and training arrangements.
Ensures that all members of the nursing team receive clinical supervision, appraisal, CPD requirements and complete mandatory training.
Acts as a highly visible role model, mentor and leader, creating a culture that promotes learning, development, inquiry and professionalism, celebrates achievements and shares learning to the benefit of the ward, hospital and wider division.
Actively lead on the recruitment and retention of staff to the ward and hospital.
Engages with other members of the Ward MDT, to facilitate positive and efficient MDT working.
Deputises for the Director of Clinical Services as required.
To apply for the role, you must have the following;
You will need to be an RMN or RNLD orRGN
At least 2 years experience in a supervisory capacity within a relevant care setting.
Has been a supervisor of nursing or care staff
Experience of clinical audit and/ or service improvement based on evidence desirable
Willingness to complete further clinical, managerial and leadership training and development relevant to your area of practice in management and leadership.
Trained and current Assessor/Supervisor.
Computer literate.
What we offer you;
NMC/HCPC Payment in full
CPD top up
25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays increasing to 30 days plus bank holidays with length of service
Extra Service Annual leave awards
An employee assistance programme
Supplemented meals/refreshments when on duty
Free car parking
Flexible Benefits Package
Donation to a charity of their choice
Storm front scheme
Eligibility for a blue card (NHS)
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer.
You can also take advantage of clear career pathways and support around training and personal development.
You will be surrounded by like-minded professionals who work well as a team to produce positive outcomes.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Nursing
Essential
Desirable
- nursing experience, we do offer preceptorships
Qualifications
Essential
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Nursing
Essential
Desirable
- nursing experience, we do offer preceptorships
Qualifications
Essential
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).
