1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Linq Recruitment Specialists provided pay range
This range is provided by Linq Recruitment Specialists. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range
Direct message the job poster from Linq Recruitment Specialists
Recruitment Consultant ️ - Placing High Quality Nurses and Clinical Professionals into Private Hospitals across the UK ????️
Ward Manager – Acute Inpatient Mental Health
Hours: Full-Time | 37.5 hours per week
A well-respected independent mental health service based in the Chelmsford area is seeking a passionate and experienced Ward Manager to lead a dynamic and multidisciplinary team on an adult acute inpatient ward. This role represents a rare opportunity to step into a key leadership position within a highly regarded clinical setting.
The Role:
As Ward Manager, you will take full clinical and operational leadership of a busy acute ward. You will be a visible, proactive role model for nursing staff, supporting a culture of safety, compassion, and clinical excellence. The position involves leading a team of nurses and support staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide professional leadership and daily clinical oversight to the ward team
* Act as a senior clinical decision-maker and mentor to staff
* Ensure compliance with governance standards and regulatory frameworks
* Drive forward improvements in care delivery and patient outcomes
* Manage ward resources effectively and ensure staff development needs are met
* Support recruitment, induction, and supervision processes
Requirements:
* Minimum of 3 years' experience in a senior nursing capacity (e.g., Charge Nurse, Deputy Ward Manager)
* Proven track record of effective clinical leadership within mental health settings
* Strong interpersonal, organisational, and decision-making skills
* Able to lead by example and build cohesive, high-performing teams
* Experience within adult acute inpatient mental health services
* Familiarity with CQC standards and clinical governance procedures
* Experience supporting service users with high acuity or complex presentations
Benefits Include:
* Competitive salary with annual review
* 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and your birthday off
* Contributory pension scheme
* Free on-site parking
* Long-service annual leave entitlements
* Ongoing career development and CPD opportunities
* Access to staff wellbeing and voluntary benefits
About the Service:
Set within a tranquil, purpose-built environment surrounded by landscaped grounds, this well-established facility provides a range of mental health services, including acute inpatient care, day patient support, and outpatient therapies. The service is supported by a multidisciplinary team of experienced psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and nurses, delivering integrated care across several specialist areas.
Apply Now
If you're an experienced mental health nurse ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, we'd love to hear from you. Apply confidentially today with your CV or contact us directly for more details.
INDSOUTH
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £47,300.00-£53,700.00 per year
* Additional leave
* Free parking
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
* Sick pay
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management
* Industries
Staffing and Recruiting, Hospitals and Health Care, and Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Linq Recruitment Specialists by 2x
Sign in to set job alerts for “Nursing Manager” roles.
London, England, United Kingdom 17 hours ago
Chatham, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Regional Quality Improvement Manager Nurse Qualified
Witham, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Chatham, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Chatham, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Chatham, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Chatham, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Rochester, England, United Kingdom 17 hours ago
Chatham, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago
Upminster, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago
Romford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Clinical CQC Registered Manager - NMC | Supported Living - Complex Learning Disabilities
Clinical Registered Manager - Treetops, Colchester - £50,370 per annum
Colchester, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago
Sewardstone, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
Rayleigh, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago
Colchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Colchester, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Colchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Colchester, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Westcliff-On-Sea, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago
Colchester, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago
Clinical Nurse Specialist and Non-Medical Prescriber
Bexleyheath, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago
Dartford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Basildon, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago
Colchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
South Ockendon, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr