Why Join Our Team?
Our Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is at the forefront of a Trust‑wide transformation, shaped by national experts and driven by a commitment to excellence. We are building a service that sets the standard for high‑quality, trauma‑informed psychiatric care across the UK.
You’re Someone Who
* Brings a genuine passion for supporting individuals with complex mental health needs
* Can remain calm, focused, and safe in high‑pressure or challenging situations
* Values continuous learning and thrives in a collaborative team setting
* Demonstrates empathy, respect, and emotional resilience
* Ideally has experience in health, social care, or acute/PICU environments
Responsibilities
You will assist the Ward Manager in providing leadership and operational management to the ward, ensuring the provision of quality nursing care to all service users. The post holder will assess, plan and implement care, provide specialist nursing advice, and carry out specialist nursing procedures according to the agreed care group. You will provide clinical and managerial leadership to junior staff and students.
* Support the Ward Manager in the clinical and operational running of the ward
* Support and supervise junior staff and students
* Implement change on the ward to improve the quality of patient care and staff wellbeing
* Provide preceptorship for newly qualified staff
* Act as a role model within the team, continually promoting a high standard of care for all patients admitted to the ward
* Act as bleep holder for the unit as required
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff who deliver services from more than 122 locations. We provide inpatient and community‑based mental health care for people living across Greater Manchester and beyond. Our staff enjoy opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
For further details or to schedule an informal visit, contact Erin Grinyer – Ward Manager – erin.grinyer@gmmh.nhs.uk,
Telephone: 0161 291 6830
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