Deputy Ward Manager RMN

We are currently recruiting on behalf of one of the UK’s leading providers of behavioural care and specialist support services for a Deputy Ward Manager to join the team within an independent mental health hospital in Stapleton, Bristol.

The post holder will assist the Ward Manager and MDT. Positions are available within their

-Male Acute Ward- 12 beds

-Mixed Acute Ward- 10 beds

The hospital admits people with mental health illnesses predominantly psychosis, depression, Personality Disorders and other diagnoses. Their usual length of stay runs from a few days to months and they support patients to return to their own communities with help from their home teams. They work as a multidisciplinary team consisting of nurses, healthcare assistants, speciality doctor, consultant, psychologist and occupation therapy in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

They are seeking applications from those who can be a highly visible role model and mentor to the Nursing Team. The post-holder will have responsibility for assisting and maintaining the highest standards of nursing care. providing advice and support from a nursing perspective and oversee and hold responsibility for the ward environment and its resources.

You will assist in managing the ward, supporting and managing staff in order to meet the psychological and therapeutic needs of a diverse group of service users with varying degrees of mental and physical issues. You will be caring and attentive with the skills to build strong and trusting relationships with people. It is also important that you work well in a team, and are keen to work in fast paced environment and are able to report effectively to Senior Management.

Candidates should have a high level of commitment and creativity, resilience and robustness, positivity and personal warmth, as well motivation and excellent team-working skills.

We are inviting application from candidates who have

• At least 2 years post qualifying clinical experience

• Experience of working within an in-patient mental health setting and the treatment of adults as well as in a Acute setting

• High levels of customer service

• Effective Management of complaints

• A strong sense of responsibility & ownership

• Willingness to learn

• Effective communication skills

• Flexibility and strong “can do” attitude

This is a full time permanent post and offers a salary of £43,014 to £46,314 DoE, plus

• Support with personal development and growth including access to Leadership programmes

• £3000 welcome bonus

• A competitive salary with enhancements for working on weekends, nights and overtime.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing by a further 2 days after 5 year’s service.)

• Opportunities to develop and progress in a wide variety of care settings.

• Free Parking on site

• Subsidised meals on duty

• Enhanced maternity pay

• Disclosure check cost coverage

• Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training

• Online benefits and cashback rewards

• Cycle to work scheme

• Contributory pension scheme

• Refer a friend bonuses

• Long service awards

For further information please call Maxine on Applyor forward your CV and we will be in touch to discuss the role further