Ward Manager - CAMHS

Job Description

Exciting Career Opportunity: CAMHS Ward Manager

Are you a dedicated mental health professional with leadership experience, looking for your next big career move? This is your chance to step into a pivotal role as a CAMHS Ward Manager, where you'll lead, inspire, and make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex mental health needs.

Why This Role?

This isn't just another job-it's a career-defining opportunity. As CAMHS Ward Manager, you'll shape the future of mental health care for young people by driving service excellence, fostering a culture of positivity, and leading a passionate, multidisciplinary team.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Providing strategic leadership and operational management for a CAMHS inpatient ward
• Ensuring the highest standards of care, safety, and regulatory compliance
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing a skilled and compassionate clinical team
• Driving continuous improvements and best practices in line with national guidelines
• Managing resources effectively to enhance service delivery
• Building strong relationships with patients, families, and external partners

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or equivalent professional qualification
• Proven leadership experience within CAMHS or a similar mental health setting
• Strong knowledge of clinical governance, safeguarding, and risk management
• Exceptional communication, people-management, and decision-making skills
• Passionate about transforming mental health services for young people

• A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Exciting career progression opportunities and access to specialist training
• A dynamic, forward-thinking work environment where your ideas matter
• The chance to influence and innovate within a leading mental health service