Hello! We are so delighted you are considering coming to work with us at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW). We know the power of looking into an organisation, one you might want to work in, or one where you are going to get help, and being able to say, 'I've seen somewhere I can fit in and be myself.' We're on a journey to make the Trust an inclusive employer, representative of the community we serve and we want more of our community to consider applying for jobs with us. Opportunities for you Spanning east to west coasts from Northumberland to Cumbria and from the Scottish Borders down to Middlesbrough we've got exciting new opportunities available at every level and in every area. We offer flexible working, helping work fit around family and caring responsibilities, or training and development needs and there's lots on offer in the way of benefits, such as, lease cars, childcare schemes, staff discounts, season tickets for travel and a cycle to work scheme. All this in a vibrant workplace supported by the following staff networks. Cultural diversity staff network Disabled staff network LGBT staff network We also have a number of staff support groups which are open to any staff to attend. These Include: Armed Forces and Veterans Staff Association Mind, Health and Wellbeing Community Menopause toolkit and cafes and staff carer support group We offer fantastic personal development opportunities through our Collective Leadership Programme and other Organisational Development initiatives. Whatever you are looking for, you will be joining a supportive, friendly team, offering varied and interesting roles, with opportunities for career progression. Always improving CNTW is regulated by the national healthcare regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our last two inspections have rated us as an outstanding organisation. We're always seeking to improve as an organisation. Do you want to be part of that? Please note that it is a requirement of this Trust that all external applicants pay for their own DBS certification if a DBS check is required for the post. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first monthly pay Job overview We are excited to recruit a Band 7 Ward Manager for the Specialist Eating Disorder Unit, Ward 31a at the RVI. The Eating Disorder Service is a specialist service, providing comprehensive assessment and treatment for adults with moderate and severe eating disorders in North East England. The service provides treatment for males and females over the age of 18 on Ward 31a, Intensive Day Service and in the Community Adult Eating Disorder Team The post holder will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide high quality and safe care for patients, staff and visitors. They will provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity and who can role model the trust values at all times. They must have broad evidence of continuous professional development. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate excellent clinical skills and we welcome applications from individuals who have experience working with individuals and families requiring support in relation to eating disorders. Main duties of the job The post holder will have operational responsibility for all aspects of clinical standards, professional practice, manage and co-ordinate staff, budget, resources and the environment. Rostered on the point of contract rota; to ensure provision of service and staffing across Trust sites. Demonstrate effective leadership, being visible and accessible to patients, families and carers which ensure efficient, effective and caring services. Accountability for the delivery of all performance indicators, essential standards and quality outcomes Develop and where appropriate deliver training packages to enhance the knowledge and skills of the workforce and students Provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity Workforce support and performance management eg. appraisals, supervisions, training requirements, attendance management Working for our organisation We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 27th May 2025 Closing date : 10th June 2025 We welcome your application. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria Professional Nursing qualification e.g.RGN/RMN/RNMH/ RNLD or equivalent SENB 998 / P126/127 Student Assessor /Mentor Desirable criteria Leadership qualification Experience Essential criteria Leadership experience Continued professional development Significant post registration clinical experience Risk Assessment/ Management Staff Training and Development Clinical Supervision Complex mental health / learning disabilities needs Care Co-ordination Safeguarding Carer needs Desirable criteria Experience of working in an inpatient service Skills and knowledge Essential criteria Collaborative working Excellent interpersonal and Communication Collaborative working Time Management Operational Management Recruitment and Selection Change Management Resource Management Desirable criteria Experience working with people who have experienced eating disorders Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. Please ensure to check out all of the supporting documents linked to this advert, for useful information about working for us, information from our Chief Executive and much more. Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. 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