Deputy Ward Manager Female Acute Ward

Salary £43014 to £46314 depending on experience

Full-time hours of 37.5 hours per week

Priory Hospital Bristol has an opportunity for a Deputy Ward Manager to join our team on our Acute ward.

Priory Hospital Bristol, Stapleton, Bristol is a specialist mental health and addiction treatment service for individuals, families and couples. It provides fast access to treatment for a range of psychiatric conditions and addictions. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes serving Stapleton and Bristol Parkway railway station approximately 2–3 miles from the hospital.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people's wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

As a Senior Nurse, you will lead and support the nursing team to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care within a therapeutic environment. You will oversee clinical risks, promote equality and inclusion, ensure safe staffing, and maintain compliance with relevant legislation and policies. Responsibilities include coordinating shifts, delivering therapeutic interventions, supporting multidisciplinary working, supervising and developing colleagues, and mentoring junior and student nurses. You will also undertake ward leadership duties, provide clinical supervision, deputise for the Ward Manager when required, and contribute to staff recruitment and retention, promoting a positive culture of learning, professional development and continuous improvement.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential for the role

Active Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council, meeting the requirements of Revalidation

At least 18 Months – 2 years’ experience post-registration Demonstrable expertise within a clinical speciality

The following experience would be beneficial

Experience in an Acute setting

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

Enhanced maternity pay

Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare

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.