Ward Manager - Acute Inpatient Mental Health

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced senior Mental Health Nurses to lead the team on their 17 bedded Acute Inpatient Unit within the major health facility on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands.

The Unit is the only Acute Inpatient facility on the island offering admission to individuals aged 18 upwards experiencing functional mental disorder whose clinical presentation warrants a period of inpatient care. The Unit aims to provide care in the least restrictive environment, reduce patients vulnerability to crisis and maximise their resilience and minimise the length of hospital admission by facilitating early discharge with active involvement in discharge planning.

Please note; Guernsey has adopted the AfC banding system, but have applied their own salary scale. The current Guernsey Band 7 salary is up to £73,085 plus an annual bonus of £1,605 plus an additional £3,000 on completion of two and four years service. Higher penalty rates apply; 36% evening/Saturday and 72% Sunday/BH The States of Guernsey delivers a diverse range of healthcare services, diagnosing and treating patients within the hospital, and supporting people in the wider community. Their Mental Health Services provides excellent care, supported by Mental Health Nurses and other Healthcare Professionals recruited to a very high standard.

Person requirements

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with valid NMC Registration.
• A minimum of five years UK post‑graduate UK-based Acute Inpatient Mental Health experience, with at least two years at Band 6/Deputy Ward Manager level, or higher.
• Completion of a mentorship qualification.
• In possession of, or working towards a recognised post‑graduate Management qualification.

The benefits of working in Guernsey include

• A higher-than-UK salary.
• A generous bonus scheme; £1,605 annually and an additional £3,000 at completion of 2 & 4 years (ongoing annual bonus thereafter)
• A flat rate 20% income tax.
• No Council tax or VAT
• Relocation payment of £5,000*
• Three months initial free accommodation*
• On‑site Staff Accommodation or a generous allowance for private rental accommodation*
• A continental lifestyle, where the people are friendly, and crime is very low.
• *Full T&C in relocation directive

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If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.