Deputy Ward Manager
| Posting date: | 12 August 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 September 2025 |
| Location: | Leeds |
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1361368472 |
Summary
Please note that this role DOES NOT offer Tier 2 sponsorship
Deputy Ward Manager – Mental Health Rehabilitation Service
Salary: Up to £43,300 per year | Full-Time Hours, Mix of Supernumerary & Clinical Shifts |
Our client is looking for an experienced Deputy Ward Manager to join a well-established mental health rehabilitation service with a Good CQC rating. This is an exciting opportunity for a registered mental health nurse (RMN) who is ready to take the next step in leadership while still staying connected to hands-on clinical care.
Working alongside a skilled multidisciplinary team, you’ll support the delivery of high-quality, recovery-focused care for adults with a range of mental health conditions, helping them achieve greater independence and wellbeing.
What We’re Looking For
- Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) qualification and valid NMC PIN.
- Previous leadership or senior nurse experience in a mental health setting.
- Strong understanding of rehabilitation approaches for mental health conditions.
- Excellent communication, organisation, and decision-making skills.
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of care and regulatory compliance.
Why Join This Service?
- Additional day off for your birthday – celebrate your way.
- Competitive annual leave to support a healthy work-life balance.
- Long service awards recognising your commitment.
- Onsite parking for ease and convenience.
- Thorough training and induction to set you up for success.
- Benefits portal with a range of discounts and wellbeing resources.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Ward Manager with day-to-day operational and clinical leadership.
- Lead, motivate, and mentor nursing and support staff to deliver safe, effective, person-centred care.
- Oversee care planning and ensure compliance with CQC standards.
- Balance supernumerary management duties with clinical shifts to stay engaged in frontline care.
- Foster a positive, recovery-focused environment that empowers service users.
- Work collaboratively with families, carers, and external professionals.
Reference: WILL161021/DN
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