At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated team in delivering outstanding patient care and support recovery journeys.
- Company: Priory Hospital Dewsbury, a leading provider of mental health services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible benefits, training opportunities, and enhanced maternity pay.
- Other info: Join a supportive environment with excellent career growth and development pathways.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Active RMN registration, clinical supervision experience, and resilience.
The predicted salary is between 39634 - 48442 £ per year.
Priory Hospital Dewsbury is looking to recruit a Deputy Ward Manager to join the team on the Jubilee Ward. This is a full-time position of 37.5 hours per week. Based in the residential area of Earlsheaton, West Yorkshire, Priory Hospital Dewsbury provides level 2 rehabilitation services divided into two wards. Care is for male patients who have mental health disorders and we also offer neuropsychiatry support, support for older people and dementia, community-focused rehabilitation, and support for severe and enduring mental health.
At Priory Hospital Dewsbury, you'll join a dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding patient care and supporting individuals on their recovery journey. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, therapeutic environment where patients are empowered to achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential.
As Deputy Ward Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the effective leadership and day-to-day management of the ward. Working alongside the Ward Manager and multidisciplinary team, you will help drive high standards of clinical care, promote a positive patient experience, and support the development of a motivated and skilled workforce.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate nurse to develop their leadership skills, influence service delivery, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of those in our care.
What you'll bring to the role:
- Active Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council, meeting the requirements of Revalidation (RMN qualified)
- Trained Assessor/Supervisor
- Clinical Supervision experience essential, training desirable
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development and intent to maintain and develop Continued professional development and leadership
- Good computer skills
What we will give you in return:
- Free on-site parking
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- 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 Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- 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.
About Priory: Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and children’s mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process.
Deputy Ward Manager employer: The Priory Group
At Priory Hospital Mildmay Oaks, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to the wellbeing and professional growth of our staff. Located in a tranquil rural setting with excellent transport links, we offer a supportive work culture that prioritises compassionate care and personal development, including pathways into leadership roles and sponsorship for professional qualifications. With benefits such as enhanced maternity pay, birthday leave, and flexible perks, we ensure our team members thrive both personally and professionally.
