Ward Manager
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Dawlish, EX7 0NR
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
14 September 2026
14 days left
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Ward Manager to work as part of our dedicated team within the Inpatient Forensic Team based at Langdon, in Da...
You will be an RMN, RGN, OT or Social Worker with post registration experience, including significant experience in a Band 6 position. In return we offer a highly supportive and cohesive multi-disciplinary team with a range of opportunities to further develop your abilities and career.
You will have
experience of working in a team. The role involves communication, so we expect
that you have excellent verbal and written skills.
Interacting
with patients and the public you will be confident in giving non-clinical
information and advice that improves their experience. Dealing with sensitive
information daily, you will understand the importance of data security.
You will often
work under pressure and without direct supervision, so we are looking for
someone confident and capable. You will prioritise tasks, and manage your own
workload, providing support for your colleagues where required.
You will become
an important part of the team, working to ensure that every patient receives
high quality care. You may be required to support the induction of new staff
member, demonstrating activities to them and providing supervision to support
administrators.
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of monitoring staff performance Managerial experience. Several years proven experience at a middle managerial post in a mental health setting Experience of working within a forensic setting
- Experience of working with criminal justice agencies Proven experience in Medicines Management
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of mental health issues
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Knowledge of the Code of Practice
- Knowledge of the CPA process Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act
- Knowledge of government guidance/issues surrounding standards of care and audit requirements Understanding of recovery principles in Mental Health
Qualifications
Essential
- Post Registration Qualification and experience in a health or social care subject. (e.g. RMN, RGN, Social Work, OT, Psychology) Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Recognised management training and qualification or willingness to work toward it
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of mental health issues
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Knowledge of the Code of Practice
- Knowledge of the CPA process Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act
- Knowledge of government guidance/issues surrounding standards of care and audit requirements Understanding of recovery principles in Mental Health
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
27 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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