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Deputy Ward Manager
The closing date is 01 June 2026
Staff Nurse - Deputy ward manager on Willow ward within the low secure Forensic directorate
An opportunity has arisen on Willow ward within our Specialist Low Secure Forensic Service for a Staff nurse based in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Willow ward is a 12 bedded male rehab unit. We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to work as a staff nurse as part of the nursing team and managerial team. The post holder will be: professional, open minded and work well as part of a team. Due to the nature of the unit, successful candidates will be confidential, provide person centred support and be able to care for someone in a non judgemental way.
Some tasks will include administering medication, aiding service users recovery, which involves working closely with service users on individualised risk reduction work. This will also include leadership and supporting the ward manager to run and effective team on Willow ward. This can include, supervision, sickness reviews, roster support, incident reviews, supporting MDT. Due to Willow ward being a forensic ward, the post holder will require a good understanding of the 3 different types of security (physical, relational and procedural). This is to ensure the safety of service users, staff and visitors. With this in mind, Willow ward follows the model of least restrictive practice.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work within a close team of other staff nurses and healthcare support workers on the ward to ensure safe running of the ward and patient centred care at all times. The post holder will have opportunity to work closely with service users as a key nurse and contribute to the wider multi-disciplinary team, This role requires the post holder to be able to document in an accurate and timely fashion.
Due to the nature of forensic mental health working, the post holder will be offered both managerial and clinical supervision and regular support from the team.
This is an opportunity for the post holder to work within a specialist team including a variety of disciplines with a wide range of knowledge and expertise.
Assessing risk as a huge part of being a forensic mental health nurse in all elements of the role such as: pre leave risk assessments, up to completing FACE and HCR-20 risk assessments.
Staff nurses are required to work a regular rotation of night shifts, long days, alternative weekend working and working bank holidays - including Christmas and new year.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Job responsibilities
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
For full job description and person specification please refer to the attached documents. In summary;
* Shift Leadership: Acting as the nurse-in-charge to coordinate the safe running of the ward, allocate daily tasks, and manage staff.
* Clinical Care: Delivering person-centred mental health recovery support, facilitating therapeutic observations, and supporting patients with Section 17 leave.
* Risk Assessment: Balancing risk management with least restrictive practices in a forensic environment to ensure the safety of both service users and staff.
* Therapeutic Interventions: Implementing frameworks like Safewards and Positive Behavioural Support to actively engage patients and manage complex behaviors.
* Supervision & Mentorship: Providing both clinical and managerial supervision to junior registered nurses and support workers.
* MDT Collaboration: Working closely with the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) to review and update patient care plans.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Experience
* Significant demonstrable post qualification experience at Band 5 working in a mental health / specialist inpatient setting.
* Experience of developing, delivering and evaluating specialist programmes of care and risk management plans.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
* Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to demonstrate diplomacy, tact and negotiation skills.
* Ability to manage highly stressful and emotive situations.
Personal Attributes
* Acts as a role model in the delivery of high quality, effective patient care.
* Able to cope under pressure and provide reassurance and direction to other staff members.
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 Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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