Ward Manager - Mental Health Recovery Ward (North London)
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Full-time
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per year (DOE)
Location: North London
Overview
We're seeking a dedicated Ward Manager to lead a Mental Health Recovery Ward that supports adults with ongoing mental health conditions on their journey toward greater independence. This role blends hands-on clinical leadership with full operational responsibility, ensuring the highest standards of care, safety, and staff wellbeing.
You'll lead a multidisciplinary team of nurses, healthcare assistants, and therapists to deliver evidence-based, recovery-focused support. The role includes overseeing day-to-day operations, managing staff rotas and resources, maintaining CQC compliance, and promoting a positive and inclusive culture where service users and staff can thrive.
You'll act as a visible leader, provide mentorship, ensure robust governance and safeguarding standards, and drive continuous improvement in care delivery and outcomes. This is an opportunity to shape ward culture, empower your team, and make a genuine difference in the lives of service users.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the ward team to deliver safe, person-centred, recovery-focused care.
Oversee daily operations including staffing, rotas, and admissions/discharges.
Maintain high standards of clinical governance and regulatory compliance (CQC, MHA, MCA/DoLS).
Oversee staff supervision, training, and wellbeing initiatives.
Ensure safe medication management, incident reporting, and risk assessments.
Promote a positive, trauma-informed culture across the ward.
Manage resources, budgets, and recruitment to maintain effective service delivery.
Participate in the on-call rota as required.
Requirements
Registered Nurse (RMN) with a current NMC pin (RGN or RNLD considered with relevant MH experience).
Proven leadership experience at Band 6/7 level or equivalent within mental health or rehab settings.
Strong decision-making, risk assessment, and care planning skills.
Understanding of Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Safeguarding, and CQC standards.
Confident managing staff performance, rotas, and ward budgets.
Compassionate communicator and positive role model for staff and patients.
Enhanced DBS check and up-to-date PMVA or Breakaway training (or willingness to complete).
Competent with electronic patient records and incident reporting systems.
Benefits
Competitive salary and company pension scheme.
Private healthcare cover.
Generous annual leave with increases based on service.
Funded professional training and development opportunities.
Wellbeing and employee support programmes.
Staff discounts and recognition schemes.
How to Apply
Click 'Apply Now' for an informal discussion, or contact Harry Foster at with your CV.
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