Deputy Ward Manager

We have Deputy Ward Manager posts available across our Atherleigh Park site.Available Posts:Priestner's Unit - 2 postsMain duties of the jobDeputy Ward Managers at Atherleigh park are active members of the ward management team, responsible for supporting the Ward Manager in the operational management and leadership of the Ward.As a Deputy Ward Manager, your responsibilities willbe;Up hold the values of the ward promoting openness, transparency and learningSupervision of junior staffEnthusiastic mentor to new staff, newly qualified nurses and junior staffOversee certain areas of clinical expertise such as medication management and physical health provision on the wardSupport the Ward Manager with HR tasks such as return to works and sickness monitoringAccurate and timely clinical documentationManage shifts as a nurse in chargeConducting thorough assessments of risks and risk management plans to support incidents on the ward.We are looking for an individual who is resilient, driven and passionate to provide high quality nursing care to our patients, whist supporting the leadership within Atherleigh ParkAbout usGreater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than122locations.We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.Job responsibilitiesSee attached detailed job description and person specification:Free parking (Atherleigh)Staff accessible gym facilities and classes (Atherleigh)Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 yearsCycle to work schemeSalary sacrifice car schemeBlue Light Card DiscountsPerson SpecificationShortlistingRMN Professional QualificationRMN Professional QualificationPreparation for Mentorship or willingness to work towardsProven experience at Band 5 (or equivalent) within the same specialty with evidence of ongoing development or evidence of Continuing Professional DevelopmentSubstantial post-qualification experience of working with people with severe and enduring mental illnessEvidence of applied understanding of the needs of clients and complex presentations in Mental Health in-patient care (within specific speciality)Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of clinical risk assessmentDemonstrable evidence of knowledge of NMC Standards and Code of ConductDemonstrable evidence of knowledge of change management processes in the leadership and support of large groups of staffAble to demonstrate knowledge of best clinical practices relevant to the areaKnowledge of the role and function of other organisations who provide services to clients with mental health problemsAbility to demonstrate sound clinical leadership skills in a large multi-disciplinary teamBe able to implement the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy into work settingsAbility to translate clinical risk into care plansDemonstrable evidence of excellent written/verbal communication skillsAbility to present ideas with clarity and in a persuasive and influential styleDemonstrable ability to communicate effectively with other agencies at a variety of levelsDemonstrable ability to provide situational management to staff and deal with conflictEvidence of ability to provide focused support to staffDemonstrably ability to maintain morale and leadership in an uncertain and changing environmentReliable, and committed to developing client care and nursingFull commitment to equal opportunitiesDemonstrable evidence of flexible approach, able to recognise signs of stress in self and others and take appropriate actionAbility to effectively manage applied clinical work and the development of nursing practiceAbility to gain the trust, confidence and respect of clients, carers, and staff of a variety of levels and disciplinesTo participate in the development of a culture which actively promotes the involvement of service users and carersPost registration clinical qualification in Mental Health eg. Acute Care, Post Registration Specialist training inProfessional development in Clinical LeadershipCFT Interventions Clinical Supervision trainingpersonal development related to clinical area/care groupExperience of managing staff and other professionalsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. #J-18808-Ljbffr