Clinical leadership autonomy | Operational influence | Personality disorder specialism | Senior inpatient management
If you are an experienced Ward Manager looking for a role in Derbyshire where you can genuinely shape standards of care, this Ward Manager position offers up to £57,750 per annum and the authority to lead from the front. You will have visibility, influence, and the backing to run your ward properly.
As Ward Manager, you will be present, hands-on and clinically credible. This is a role for a Ward Manager who understands relational security, governance, and the realities of running an inpatient mental health service. You will set expectations, support your team, and ensure care is consistently safe, effective and well led.
Package & Benefits
Salary up to £57,750 per annum.
40 hours per week with participation in the on-call rota.
Structured clinical and professional development support.
About the Company
You will join an established inpatient mental health provider with a strong focus on quality, governance and therapeutic care. The service works within a structured MDT model and supports individuals with complex needs, including personality disorder presentations.
Key Responsibilities
Provide visible clinical leadership and oversee day to day operational management of the ward.
Lead on quality, audit, incident management and regulatory compliance including CQC and Mental Health Act requirements.
Manage recruitment, supervision, appraisal and performance of the nursing team.
Oversee budget management, rota planning and resource allocation to ensure safe staffing levels.
About You
First level Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
Substantial inpatient experience at clinical team leader level or above.
Experience working with patients detained under the Mental Health Act 1983 amended 2007.
If you are a Ward Manager ready to step into a role where your leadership genuinely matters, we would welcome a conversation. Even if your CV is not fully updated, that is not a barrier.
Apply now or contact Callum,07445 309375, at Leaders in Care today. Wed love to hear from you.
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