Ward Manager

Priory Hospital Middleton is looking to recruit a Ward Manager to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours per week.Set in spacious and relaxing grounds, Priory Hospital Middleton St George, located in Darlington, County Durham, is a specialist inpatient service for adults with mental health issues, complex needs and behaviours that challenge. We are dedicated to supporting people to transfer effortlessly between the most appropriate care, meeting individual needs, enabling recovery and re-engagement within the community, and maximising life opportunities. Main duties of the job You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients Manages the ward and resources effectively, taking steps to ensure that appropriate staffing levels and skill mix of nursing experience and skills is in place including effective rota management, annual leave and training arrangements. Has full oversight of the nursing staff rota and is the authorised individual to ensure rota management and erostering standards are maintained and are effective. Ensures that all members of the nursing team receive clinical supervision, appraisal, CPD requirements and complete mandatory training. Addresses shortfalls in development and ensures that training and performance issues are addressed. You can find additional information in the attached job description. About us Priory is the leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care in the UK. We support 26,000 people a year to move towards a healthier future so they can live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, as well as childrens mental health, across our nationwide network of sites. We also support autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome and brain injuries, as well as older people, within specialist residential care and supported living facilities. With over 13,000 colleagues working at Priory, we have a long and prestigious history, and an unrivalled reputation for making a real and lasting difference to the lives of every individual in our care. Priory is part of MEDIAN Group, a leading pan-European provider of mental health, specialist care and rehabilitation services, focussed on restoring quality of life through effective, evidence-based and data-driven care. What you’ll bring to the role Be currently registered with the Nursing Midwifery Council as a first level nurse or with the Health and Care Professions Council At least 2 years experience in a supervisory capacity within a relevant care setting. Appropriate registration or experience required for the ward Willingness to complete further clinical, managerial and leadership training and development relevant to your area of practice in management and leadership. For more information about the role, you can email rachelcass@priorygroup.com 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 schemeFlexible 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. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check. We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. Should we require assistance, we will reach out directly to our 'PSL'. #J-18808-Ljbffr