At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Ward Manager in leading nursing care and supervising shifts on a specialist unit.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on high-quality care for Deaf patients.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and excellent pension options.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Must have RMN/RNLD registration and mental health experience; BSL skills are a plus.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
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
Deputy Ward Manager in Prestwich employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
