About this role
Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal, Stockport is an inpatient mental health service for young people and adults, located in Cheadle Royal. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes along Wilmslow Road and Cheadle Hulme and East Didsbury railway stations approximately 1–2 miles from the service. The Deputy Ward Manager position is a full‑time role of 37.5 hours per week, with a salary of £40,014 per year and an Active Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council required.
Application deadline
30 November 2026.
Department
Nursing.
Location
Cheadle Royal.
Compensation
£40,014 per year.
What you’ll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people’s wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. Works as a Senior Nurse, ensuring a safe, therapeutic and inclusive environment for patients, families and visitors while applying relevant policies, statutory requirements and governance standards. Assesses and manages risks, maintains safe staffing and skill mix, and promotes diversity and inclusion. Supervises and develops nursing staff through CPD, mandatory training, appraisal and clinical supervision, addressing performance concerns and supporting junior staff and student nurses. Provides and evaluates therapeutic interventions for individuals with mental health and/or learning disability needs, promotes collaborative problem‑solving and risk management, and contributes effectively to multidisciplinary working. Acts as Named Nurse and Associate Nurse, regularly leads shifts, undertakes agreed ward lead roles, deputises for the Ward Manager when required, and supports recruitment and retention. Adheres to all national, company and local standards, policies and procedures while promoting a culture of learning, development and continuous improvement.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you’ll bring to the role
Essential for the role
- At least 18 Months – 2 years’ experience post-registration
- Demonstrable expertise within a clinical speciality
The following experience would be beneficial
- Experience in an Acute setting
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Birthday Holiday – Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
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