Sanctuary Personnel, a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and nearly 1000 reviews is currently looking for an experienced and dedicated Deputy Ward Manager to work in Roehampton on a full-time basis.
The salary for this permanent Deputy Ward Manager job is £46,014 per annum.
About our client:
This renowned London-based facility stands at the forefront of mental health and addiction rehabilitation, offering world-class care and transformative support. With a proven track record of successfully treating complex mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and a wide range of substance addictions, the center provides highly personalized, evidence-based therapies designed to achieve lasting recovery.
Specializing in tailored treatments for individuals battling alcohol, cocaine, and heroin addictions, the facility also offers exceptional outpatient support for adults managing eating disorders. For younger patients, an exclusive inpatient adolescent unit provides specialized care, while comprehensive autism assessments for children ensure precise diagnosis and personalized care plans.
Led by an expert team of psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and experienced mental health professionals, the center is dedicated to guiding each individual through their recovery journey with unwavering commitment. Here, every patient receives the highest level of care, compassion, and support, enabling them to overcome challenges and embrace a healthier, more fulfilling future. This facility’s comprehensive approach and unmatched expertise make it the ideal place for lasting transformation and well-being.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Free on-site parking
- Subsidised meals
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- Extra day off for your birthday
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits, including discounted gym memberships, access to IT technology (laptops, tablets, smartphones), and private healthcare
- Opportunities for professional development
- Sponsorship for professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership and management training programs
- Long service awards
- Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
- Relocation support up to £3,000, including accommodation or moving costs (subject to terms)
Main Duties:
- Implement Policies and Statutory Requirements: Apply relevant policies and statutory regulations within the ward and hospital governance framework, ensuring these requirements are communicated effectively to the wider team.
- Manage Risk: Assess and manage risks within both the immediate and broader working environment, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements.
- Promote Equality and Diversity: Uphold and model the principles of equality and diversity, promoting these values across the team and ensuring they are integrated into all aspects of care.
- Address Staffing and Skill Mix: Identify any gaps in skill mix and safe staffing levels, and take proactive steps to address these issues to ensure optimal team functionality and patient care.
- Supervise and Develop Team Members: Supervise a designated group of team members, contributing to their continuous professional development (CPD), mandatory training, and appraisal process. Address any performance issues that fall below expected standards.
- Foster a Culture of Learning: Serve as a role model in promoting a culture of continuous learning, development, and inquiry. Inspire and lead the team towards a shared vision and commitment to excellence.
- Implement and Evaluate Interventions: Oversee the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of therapeutic interventions within the overall care programme. Support individuals with mental health and/or learning disabilities in developing effective coping strategies.
- Support Collaborative Problem Solving: Engage in collaborative problem-solving with clients, encouraging them to take ownership of their issues, identify problems, and develop solutions based on their own needs and preferences.
- Assess and Address Risks: Contribute to the collaborative assessment and management of risks related to harm, danger, and abuse, ensuring that appropriate actions are taken.
- Fulfil Nursing Roles: Act as the named nurse for a small group of patients, serve as an Associate Nurse for colleagues during your shifts, and take on regular responsibilities as a shift leader.
Requirements of the Deputy Ward Manager:
- Registration as a First level Registered Nurse (RMN).
- Essential clinical supervision experience; training in this area is desirable.
- A commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and leadership enhancement.
- Proficiency in computer skills.
- Experience in Acute Mental Health.
- A minimum of 3 years, or equivalent, post-registration experience.
- Mentorship skills are desirable, though training could be provided.
Contact:
This Deputy Ward Manager job is advertised by Ryan Mann; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements.
As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process.
Reasonable Adjustments:
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.
