Deputy Ward Manager

Overview

In this role you will support the Ward Manager to lead nursing care on the John Denmark Unit, a deaf specialist 18‑bed unit. You will supervise shifts, act as a primary nurse, and ensure clear communication with the care team and external stakeholders. You will drive clinical development through coaching, supervision, and ward training. You contribute to a culture of openness, learning and high standards of care within a multidisciplinary setting.

Pay / Benefits

• 30% additional for evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays
• 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays
• 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

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the ward manager as required
• Lead nursing issues within a multidisciplinary team
• Support communication with Deaf patients (BSL skills desirable)
• Supervise junior staff and mentor new and less experienced staff
• Oversee medication management and physical health provision on the ward
• Assist with HR tasks such as wellbeing monitoring and audits
• Manage shifts as nurse in charge
• Conduct risk assessments and risk management plans for incidents
• Participate in 24-hour rotation of day and night shifts
• Carry out a full range of caring duties including moving and handling and training in control and restraint

Key requirements

• RMN/RNLD registration or equivalent
• Mental health experience and leadership skills
• Desirable: Deaf MH setting experience or qualifications
• Must be willing to participate in 24-hour rotation
• Current UK professional registration
• Good communication skills (BSL Level 1/2 training provided)

• resilient
• driven
• passionate about high-quality care
• medication management
• risk assessment and risk management planning
• clinical documentation

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