Deputy Ward Manager : Acute
TipTopJob is seeking an experienced Deputy Ward Manager : Acute to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Preston, Lancashire area. The hospital specializes in the management and treatment of acute mental ill health and eating disorders.
Required qualification: Registered Mental Health Nurse with a current active NMC Pin.
Key Responsibilities
* The facilitation, promotion and supervision of education, clinical practice and audit.
* The management of the clinical area in the absence of the manager.
* Overseeing the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care within agreed parameters, and having a working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation which govern current service provision.
* Identifying and contributing to others' training needs.
* Ensuring the promotion of issues of equality, diversity and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation.
* Ensuring effective communication pathways exist.
* Operational Lead with Ward Manager regarding the provision of inpatient care.
* Facilitating and supporting the group programme for Service Users.
Preferred Skills & Experience
* Clinical supervision experience essential.
* Evidence of CPD and intent to maintain and develop CPD and leadership.
* Good computer skills.
* Experience in Acute Mental Health.
* At least 18 months, or equivalent post‑registration experience preferred.
* Mentorship desirable; training could be provided.
Salary & Benefits
Salary: GBP 43,014 – 46,314 per annum. This permanent full‑time role works 37.5 hours per week.
Benefits include:
* Disclosure check cost coverage.
* Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training.
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Birthday Holiday: your birthday as an extra day of annual leave.
* Free on‑site parking and free meals on duty.
* Free access to an on‑site gymnasium.
* Online benefits and cash back rewards.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* SMART Pension option.
Application
Reference ID: 7136. For this fantastic job role, please call on 638 or send your CV.
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