Deputy Ward Manager

Deputy Ward Manager
Reference
PRI101535
Location
Priory Hospital Ticehurst, Ticehurst, Wadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 7HU
Priory Group Division
Healthcare
Salary
£43,014 – £46,314 DOE
Hours
Full Time 37.5 hours per week
Vacancy Type
Permanent – Full Time
Job Advert Role Description
Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for these roles, this remains under review.
Are you a dedicated mental health professional ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Join us at Priory Hospital Ticehurst as a Deputy Ward Manager and help shape the future of high-quality patient care.
About Us
Priory Hospital Ticehurst is a well-established and respected independent mental health hospital set in a beautiful rural location in East Sussex. As well as a beautiful and exceptionally friendly working environment with access to 50 acres of grounds, employees who need it can be accommodated on site. The grounds are also used to host summer events such as cream teas and barbeques.
Ticehurst\’s location means you can have the best of both worlds with the coast only 20 minutes to the south and Central London around an hour away by direct train. We provide a range of specialist inpatient services for male/female acute and private facilities on well-maintained wards. Our multi-disciplinary teams are passionate about delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care, and we are now seeking experienced and motivated Deputy Ward Managers to support our wards in delivering excellence every day.
The Role
As a Deputy Ward Manager/Charge Nurse, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Ward Manager in the day-to-day running of the ward. You\’ll provide clinical leadership, mentor junior staff, and ensure the highest standards of care are maintained.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading shifts and supporting staff development
• Ensuring adherence to regulatory and clinical governance standards
• Supporting effective care planning and risk assessment processes
• Acting as a role model and promoting a positive, safe ward culture
• Supporting audits, care reviews, and professional development initiatives

What We\’re Looking For

• Registered Nurse (RMN/RNLD/RGN) with current NMC registration
• Experience in a mental health or specialist care setting (inpatient experience desirable)
• A compassionate, proactive leader with strong clinical and communication skills
• A passion for promoting recovery-focused, patient-centred care
• Previous leadership or senior staff nurse experience is advantageous

In return for your hard work, we are offering you:

• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• Clear career development and training pathways through Priory\’s Leadership Programmes
• Enhanced pay for unsocial hours
• 25 days\’ annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off)
• Access to Priory\’s Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised meals on duty
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses
• Fully funded DBS
• Fully funded NMC registration
• Return to Practice support
• Mentorship experience
• CPD top up

Make a real difference in a hospital that values your leadership and commitment.
Apply now and take the next step in your career at Priory Hospital Ticehurst.
Division DBS info
About us
As one of the UK\’s leading providers of behavioural care and specialist support services to adults and young people, Priory Group promise a challenging and fulfilling career with the support of a world class organisation willing to invest in your development.
Across our network of hospitals, residential care homes, education facilities and supported living services, we are making a real and lasting difference to the lives of the people we support.
Disclosure
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory Group will cover the cost of a DBS check.
Job Description
Deputy_Ward_Manager.pdf
Closing Date
06/07/2025