Overview
Moorside Unit, Trafford requires a motivated Band 6 RMN deputy ward Manager. The post is for Acute and Older adult wards and offers managerial development with strong clinical intervention focus to improve patient outcomes. You will be supported by Ward Managers and clinical leads, with further training available from Practice leads.
Main duties of the job
* Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual patient-centred care in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team, using evidence-based practice and acting as a role model of good nursing practice.
* Assist the Ward Manager in developing services to meet changing needs in line with the Service and Resource plan, in consultation with the Clinical Manager.
* Ensure the Care Programme Approach is implemented.
* Develop and maintain systems to communicate clinical information to the team, including department staff and others; maintain MDT case records.
* Work with other professionals and voluntary staff to deliver patient-centred care, particularly for relatives/main carers.
* Be involved in clinical supervision and staff appraisal systems as agreed with the Clinical Manager.
* Ensure requirements of continual professional development (PREPP) are met.
* Adhere at all times to NMC Codes of Practice.
* Deliver the Clinical Governance/Quality Agenda.
* Comply with Caldicott, Data Protection Act (1993) and common law duty to maintain confidentiality.
* Foster and nurture critical awareness to continually improve the service.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 staff across 122 locations, providing inpatient and community-based mental health care in Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford and Wigan, and specialist services across Greater Manchester and beyond. We aim to offer a supportive, engaging work environment with opportunities to learn and develop.
Details
Date posted: 11 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 437-7337914-B
Location: Moorside Unit, Trafford, Moorside Road, Trafford, M41 5SL
Job responsibilities
* Work with the Ward Manager to introduce and support up-to-date evidence-based practice and related policies.
* Ensure de-escalation and PMVA techniques relevant to the ward environment are current.
* Provide regular supervision for junior staff in line with Trust policy.
* Engage in personal management and clinical supervision per Trust policy.
* Participate in professional development and staff appraisal; assist with induction for new staff.
* Contribute to the maintenance and development of the Trust nursing strategy; ensure effective communication systems.
* Foster a department culture aligned with the Mental Health Service philosophy.
* Assist with development and maintenance of Operational Policies with staff and the Ward.
* Ensure staff carry out duties in line with Trust policies; agree Individual Performance Plans with the Ward Manager.
* Exercise leadership to maintain high morale; manage ward resources within budget.
* Act as bleep holder for the unit as required.
Person Specification
Essential
* More than one year of experience in Acute or Later Life care.
* Experience of conducting clinical assessments including risk assessments.
Desirable
* Experience of working within an In-Patient environment.
* Experience of partnership working across statutory and non-statutory teams and agencies.
Other requirements
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a DBS submission will be made to check for previous convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered. See UK Visas and Immigration guidance. For overseas applicants, criminal records checks guidance is available.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer: Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Moorside Unit, Trafford, Moorside Road, Trafford, M41 5SL
Employer website: https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/
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