Deputy Ward Manager

An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Deputy Ward Manager to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Preston, Lancashire area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This is an independent mental health hospital, specialising in the management and treatment of acute mental ill health and eating disorders

**To be considered for this position you must be qualified as an Registered Mental Health Nurse with an current active NMC Pin**

As the Deputy Ward Manager your key responsibilities include:

·         The facilitation, promotion and supervision of education, clinical practices and audit

·         The management of the clinical area in the absence of the manager

·         Overseeing the assessment planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care within agreed parameters, and have a working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation which govern current service provision

·         Identifying and contributing to others training needs

·         Ensuring the promotion of issues of equality diversity and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation

·         Ensuring effective communication pathways exist

·         Operational Lead with Ward Manager with regards to the provision of inpatient care

·         To facilitate and support the group programme for Service Users

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

·         Clinical supervision experience essential

·         Evidence of CPD and intent to maintain and develop CPD and leadership

·         Good computer skills

·         Experience in Acute Mental Health

·         At Least 18 months, or equivalent post registration experience preferred

·         Mentorship desirable however training could be provided

The successful Deputy Ward Manager will receive an excellent salary of £43,014 - £46,314 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

**£5,000 Welcome Bonus**

·         Disclosure check cost coverage

·         Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training

·         25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

·         Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra day’s annual leave

·         Free on-site parking and free meals on duty

·         Free access to our on-site gymnasium

·         Online benefits and cash back rewards

·         Cycle to work scheme

·         SMART Pension option

Reference ID: 6143

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to contact@jupiterrecruitment.co.uk