Clinical Site Day Duty Manager Essex

Overview

In this role you will provide visible clinical and operational support across designated inpatient services to ensure safe, high-quality, least restrictive care. You will oversee ward practice, staffing, incident management, and regulatory compliance while supporting nursing teams and maintaining robust communications 24/7. You will monitor patient safety, uphold professional standards, and coordinate across services, acting as Duty Manager on call. This position aligns with St Andrews’ CARE values and governance requirements, offering meaningful impact in a complex mental health setting.

Pay / Benefits

• pension
• sickness policy on par with the NHS
• 35 days annual leave rising to 41 days
• life cover
• car lease scheme
• cycle to work scheme’,’healthcare cash plan’,’free parking’,’paid DBS application

Responsibilities

• provide visible clinical and operational support to 24/7 inpatient services
• oversee ward practice, staffing, and incident management
• ensure regulatory compliance and governance adherence
• support nursing teams and maintain clear handovers
• monitor patient safety and professional standards
• coordinate services across shifts and on-call duties
• safeguard patient experience and align operations with organizational values
• act as Duty Manager on Call during shifts

Key requirements

• current NMC registration
• degree in Mental Health, Learning Disability or Adult Nursing or equivalent
• experience managing clinical staff at ward level on a shift-by-shift basis
• held Deputy Ward Manager (DWM) or Clinical Nurse Lead (CNL) or above for at least 6 months
• ability to work flexible shift patterns including nights
• calm leadership during medical emergencies or incidents
• ability to analyse staffing dashboard and report concisely
• UK professional registration and eligibility for sponsorship as required
• resilience and confidence in challenging clinical situations

• leadership under pressure
• clear communication
• collaboration across multidisciplinary teams
• staffing dashboard analysis
• incident management and escalation
• clinical governance knowledge

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