Ward Manager (RMN / RNLD)
Location: York
Salary: Up to £52,591 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week (rota-based)
Contract: Permanent
A specialist neurological and neurorehabilitation service in York is recruiting an experienced Ward Manager to provide strong clinical and operational leadership within a purpose-built inpatient setting.
This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated nursing team supporting adults with acquired brain injury and complex mental health needs, within a highly structured and person-centred care environment.
The role:
Provide day-to-day clinical and operational leadership across the ward
Act as a positive role model, promoting high standards of evidence-based nursing care
Ensure safe, effective admission and discharge planning
Maintain effective communication and continuity of care across multidisciplinary teams
Lead, support, and develop nursing and support staff
Promote a learning culture, reflective practice, and continuous improvement
Ensure robust risk management, safeguarding, and quality assurance processes
Oversee staffing, rota management, recruitment, retention, sickness, and annual leave
Requirements (essential):
NMC registration (RMN or RNLD)
Experience working under the Mental Health Act
Proven experience managing a ward or large clinical team
Strong leadership, people management, and decision-making skills
Experience managing complex care or rehabilitation services
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable:
Mentorship in Practice (MIP) qualification or willingness to complete
Experience within neurorehabilitation, mental health, or complex needs settings
What's on offer:
Salary up to £52,591 per annum
38 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata)
Buy and sell annual leave scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Health cash plan
Pension and life assurance
Free on-site parking
Long service and staff recognition awards
Strong focus on wellbeing, leadership development, and career progression
Interviews are being held on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
All appointments are subject to compliance checks, including DBS and references.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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