Ward Manager

We recognise that this is a uniquely demanding role, yet it is one that can be rewarding beyond measure. We are looking for someone who leads a team with passion, clinical expertise and great communication. We need you to help us sustain our high standards and to help us to continue to develop further. You will be expected to have a good understanding of professional boundaries and ensure you uphold the NMC code of conduct. It is a role where you will be empowered to implement positive changes on the ward. At Mill View Hospital, we feel that providing the highest standards of care and ensuring the implementation of least restrictive practice are of paramount importance. The successful post holder will receive support and regular supervision from the ward Matron. They will be joining an experienced wider hospital leadership team that is friendly, supportive and committed to providing innovative high standards of care to all those that use our services., The purpose of your role as Ward Manager is to be responsible for and provide effective leadership for a clinical team ensuring a high-quality service. We are looking for someone who leads a team with passion, clinical expertise and great communication. The successful candidate will need the managerial and leadership skills to run a busy and demanding ward, as well as the clinical expertise to inform the right supervisory decisions. It is hard to think of another clinical role that requires such a combination of skills and attributes, and where the impact of a person's leadership can be so keenly felt by ward staff and patients alike. The key responsibilities are: To be responsible for the management and leadership of a team of health professionals providing care over a 24-hour period including responsibility for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for the patients within their sphere of responsibility To provide effective leadership and management to staff which promotes high performance standards both individually and as a team To deliver a service within the agreed budgets and resources ensuring maximum value in terms of clinical and cost effectiveness Ensure that a culture of effective risk management is present within the team To act as role model and knowledge resource to the nursing team To represent the clinical area in all relevant forums and meetings To drive continuous improvement and to ensure a psychologically safe environment for staff and patients.

An experienced leader in a Band 6 or 7 role A Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) Passionate about patient care Ability to prioritise competing demands and work under pressure to safely problem solve.,

• Registered Nurse with current registration (mental health / LD/ Adult) appropriate to the job role
• Evidence of CPD
• Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB equivalent, Extensive experience of acute care in the care group and demonstrable achievement in clinical practice
• Experience of providing professional support/supervision and motivation of staff
• Experience of managing staff
Desirable criteria
• Previous experience in similar role, Ability to provide and receive complex and emotive information with staff, service users, carers and other stakeholders
• An open and facilitative style of leadership which can be adapted when necessary to ensure delivery of objectives
• Able to hold professionals and peers to account, Successful candidates are normally appointed to the bottom of the pay scale unless previous NHS experience in a similar role can be evidenced., You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
  
  At SPFT we put people first. We'll do everything possible to help you feel respected, valued and included. You'll have opportunities to learn, grow and gain new experiences to support your career, with access to lifelong learning and professional development.
We actively promote flexible working and understand how important work life balance is, especially in healthcare. Whether it's part time hours, hybrid working or flexible start and finish times, we'll explore what works for you and the role. We recognise that tools like AI are becoming part of everyday life and you may choose to use them when preparing your application. We welcome this, as long as what you submit reflects your own experience, skills and voice. AI can be helpful for structuring or refining your answers, but it should not replace your own examples or create content that isn't based on your real experience. Our recruitment process is designed to get to know you, and we'll explore your examples further at interview, so it's important your application genuinely represents what you bring. You can read more about using AI in applications and interviews on our recruitment process page. We're shaping a workplace where ideas are encouraged, technology supports you and everyone has a voice in how we improve. If that sounds like the kind of organisation you want to be part of, we'd love to hear from you., Palmeira Ward is a 13 bedded female acute inpatient ward located within Mill View Hospital in Hove. We primarily work with individuals who are aged 18-65. Ward Managers are central to achieving the highest of standards within the NHS. They are role models for their teams and for the wider hospital and organisation. Our shared values within the team at Mill View are important to us and view ourselves as one team, not individual areas and wards that work in isolation. It is important to us as a leadership team that we look after and support each other when needed, particularly during times that may be challenging. At Mill View, we have a culture where patient and staff ideas and concerns are listened to and we encourage those that share these values to apply.

You will be managing a team that is resilient, thoughtful in its approach and most of all, kind and supportive to the patients they care for and the colleagues they work alongside. The Multi-Disciplinary Team have 2 away days per year to allow time for learning, team building and reflection. Flexible working is important to us at Mill View Hospital and we would consider any flexible working requests you may have which will help you have a healthy work-life balance. You would be provided with on-going support via regular supervision and weekly leadership meetings.