Deputy Ward Manager – Full Time
An opportunity has arisen in Trafford, on Irwell ward for a full‑time Deputy Ward Manager post. There is also an acting Deputy Ward Manager post on Brook ward.
Our Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is at the forefront of a Trust‑wide transformation, shaped by national experts and driven by a commitment to excellence.
You’re someone who:
* Brings a genuine passion for supporting individuals with complex mental health needs
* Can remain calm, focused, and safe in high‑pressure or challenging situations
* Values continuous learning and thrives in a collaborative team setting
* Demonstrates empathy, respect, and emotional resilience
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Ward Manager in the clinical and operational running of the ward
* Support and supervise junior staff and students
* Implement change on the ward to improve the quality of patient care and staff well‑being
* Provide preceptorship for newly qualified staff
* Act as a role model within the team, continually promoting a high standard of care for all patients admitted to the ward, which is effective and responsive to the needs of service users
* Act as bleep holder for the unit as required
* Assist the Ward Manager in providing Leadership and Operational Management to the Ward ensuring the provision of quality nursing care to all service users on the ward/department
* Assess, plan and implement care, and provide specialist nursing advice and carry out specialist nursing procedures in the agreed care group
* Provide clinical and managerial leadership to junior staff, providing supervision to junior staff and students
Benefits
* Pay enhancements
* 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 after 10 years
* Excellent pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Salary sacrifice car scheme
* Wellbeing programme
* Blue Light Card discounts
* fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
This advert closes on Wednesday 6 May 2026.
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