Overview
Ward Manager FTC 12 Months role at NHS – York
Salary: Up to £48,116.15 per annum DOE
Hours: 35 hours per week. Part-time will be considered
Location: Brainkind Neurological Centre York, Bishopthorpe Road, York YO231DE
Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly enthusiastic about the jobs they do; you will find a resolute team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
* To provide the clinical and operational leadership on a daily basis ensuring that exceptional standards of care are adhered to at all times.
* To provide clinical leadership by acting as a positive role model, who practices evidence-based care, to ensure high standards of clinical care as well as ensuring that the people we support achieve their goals.
* To manage, lead and co-ordinate a dedicated team to ensure the delivery of a high standard of nursing care.
* To be responsible for the operational management and leadership of the ward.
* To be professionally accountable and responsible for the delivery of the clinical service by the ward team.
* To manage the direct patient care whilst modelling appropriate clinical behaviours to other staff.
* To promote and monitor safe and effective practice.
* To enhance the service user experience.
* To contribute to the delivery of the organisation's objectives.
* To support staff through recruitment, training, rostering, and supervision to ensure the unit is appropriately staffed and supported.
* Ensure staff have access to appropriate clinical supervision and mentorship and know how to access clinical advice on complex issues.
* Ensure Staff Nurses working in the ward are professionally qualified and registered with the NMC.
* Support the induction of new staff and take on mentoring for students and newly qualified staff; ensure preceptorship is available to all newly qualified staff.
* Promote the health and wellbeing of staff and address signs of ill health or stress in line with Brainkind policies.
* To maintain departmental costs in line with the budget and monitor revenue throughout the year.
* To participate in the development of the service business plan as required.
* Promote effective confidential communication with people we support, relatives, families, carers, and colleagues (including external personnel) providing information and support to in decision-making and advocate on behalf of the people we support.
* Responsible for the acceptance and administration of people we support detained under the Mental Health Act and ensure that the legal and administrative requirements of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act are strictly adhered to.
* Adhere to organisational and NMC guidelines for practice requirements and standards such as the safe handling, administration, storage of all medication.
* Ensure all behavioural and clinical recordings for each service user are completed as per regulatory body requirements.
* Demonstrate negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations and offer support to colleagues.
* To liaise with commissioners, funders, and any relevant external bodies as and when required.
* To establish and maintain a high profile with patients, carers, and all staff, involving, advising, and using counselling skills as required.
* To ensure that appropriate risk assessments are undertaken and that agreed action plans have been implemented.
* Maintain effective records management ensuring all documentation written or electronic is managed as per Brainkind and current NMC guidelines.
* Lead on audit processes within the ward and ensure that outcomes of audit are addressed.
* Maintain a safe and clean environment for staff, people we support and visitors by ensuring compliance with legislation and policies.
* Ensure assessments of infection risk are in place and all actions highlighted are addressed.
* Ensure safe and effective management of all equipment used on the ward.
* Ensure all near misses, incidents and faulty equipment are recorded, reported, and investigated and appropriate actions implemented.
* Ensure all compliments and complaints are managed in line with Brainkind policies. Ensure risk management arrangements are in place within the ward and that staff have the knowledge and skills to work within these requirements.
* Ensure safeguarding procedures are in place and that staff have the knowledge and skills to work within these requirements.
* Work with other wards and services to ensure an efficient care pathway and better ways of working within the ward to enhance service user care and service delivery.
* As required, manage direct care to people we support including those with complex needs, modelling appropriate clinical behaviours to other staff.
* Investigate and respond to service user complaints in an effective and timely manner.
* To undertake any other duties as may from time to time be specified by the Service Manager/Brainkind, that is within the level and responsibility appropriate to the grade of post.
* To undertake any reasonable travelling requirements, in order to fulfil the tasks and responsibilities of the role.
* To provide on-call support to the service as part of a rota system.
About Us
Brainkind is a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It’s a place where we recognise, celebrate and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.
Details
Date posted: 08 August 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience Up to £48,116.15 per annum DOE
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time (Part-time will be considered)
Reference number: B0462-25-0061
Job locations: Brainkind Neurological Centre York, Bishopthorpe Road, York YO231DE
Person Specification
* Essential
o A RMN/RNLD nursing qualification.
o Experience of managing a ward or large staff team effectively to meet the needs of the post fully.
o Demonstrate relevant understanding of the challenges associated with working with people with an acquired brain injury and/or associated mental health condition.
o Mentorship in Practice (MIP) qualification or a willingness to undertake.
o Detailed understanding of safeguarding and its application in practice.
* Desirable
o Educated to degree level.
o Qualification in a leadership or management module at degree level or above.
o Knowledge or understanding of working within the Independent Healthcare sector.
o Level 3 Safeguarding qualification.
Compliance
* 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 DBS.
* UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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