About this role
Job summary The role of a Deputy Ward Manager at Elysium Healthcare is central to the functioning of the team at Wellesley Hospital, Wellington. The individual is expected to go beyond merely managing a team by being a leader, expert, and supporter of a positive culture. The candidate is required to provide guidance and nurture talent while ensuring the welfare of everyone within the ward. This role is suitable for senior nurses ready to advance in their careers or existing Deputy Ward Managers seeking new opportunities. Those with a natural inclination for caring and leadership will find this role rewarding as it allows them to make a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals.
Main duties of the job As a Deputy Ward Manager, you are entrusted with numerous responsibilities including supporting the Ward Manager in leading the nursing team in delivering superior care to individuals with mental health conditions. You will empower recovery, provide supervision, coordinate the on-call service, manage ward budgets, and maintain high standards in line with the Clinical Governance framework. Additional duties include providing clinical leadership, enhancing teamwork, being an expert in nursing care, and fostering a collaborative environment. You will also lead the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager, ensure staff welfare, and support staff training.
About us Elysium Healthcare is a key player in the healthcare sector, with a workforce of over 8,000 employees and more than 90 services across England and Wales. Specializing in Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education, Elysium provides substantial opportunities for career growth and mobility. As part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium Healthcare benefits from a broad international reach across 10 countries, employing over 86,000 people. The organisation is committed to being a Disability Confident employer and follows stringent recruitment protocols to ensure the safety and welfare of all service users.
Job description Job responsibilities
Being a Deputy Ward Manager is more than helping to manage a team. It's supporting a leader, being an expert, supporting and embracing a positive culture, providing guidance, nurturing talent, and most importantly, looking after everyone within the ward. If you agree, then you're the Deputy Ward Manager we're looking for.
Whether you're a senior nurse looking for the next step in your career, or an existing Deputy Ward Manager looking for a new ward to be a key part of, if caring for others and being able to successfully support in leading a team to effectively run a ward comes naturally to you, then apply today and join the team at Wellesley Hospital in Welington.
Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable, rewarding and fulfilling as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society.
It’s a career that you can take pride in and enjoy. It’s what delivering great healthcare should feel like.
What you will be doing
With experience from the NHS or private care, you will support the Ward Manager to lead the nursing team in providing high-quality care and support to people with mental health conditions in this Mental Health service receive high-quality care, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting good teamwork.
As a Deputy Ward Manager, you will empower recovery and deliver supervision to staff across the ward to deliver great healthcare. You will work alongside the senior Nurse and Ward Manager to co-ordinate the on-call service and manage the ward budgets, and lead by example, acting as a role model to all members of the nursing team, leading care teams and creating a positive learning environment that makes a difference and changes lives for the better. Other duties include:
Providing Clinical Leadership and expertise Providing leadership and guidance to support a unified service and engaged workforce Ensuring that high standards are in place, followed and improved in accordance within the Clinical Governance framework Utilising and supervising all nursing staff effectively Being an expert resource on Nursing care of service users within the specialism and hold a key role in the multidisciplinary team Maintaining a positive and collaborative environment to allow ward members to reach their potential and maximum their ability to provide high-quality care, staff welfare and staff training Designated to take charge of the ward of the ward in the Ward Manager's absence Things that you will have:
A relevant nursing qualification NMC registration A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice Relevant experience in a similar environment Proven track record of leadership skills Where you will be working:
Location: Westpark 26, Chelston, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9FF
You will be working at Wellesley Hospital, a purpose built 101 bed hospital in Wellington (Somerset) for men and women with mental health needs.
There are 6 wards for people with mental health needs and 1 ward for people with Learning Disabilities and Autism.
The Wellesley Hospital built in 2017 works alongside Devon Partnership NHS Trust, Avon and Wiltshire Foundation Trust, Cornwall Foundation Trust, 2gether Foundation Trust, and Livewell to deliver the best possible environment for patients with mental health issues.
What You’ll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
Annual base salary of £48,193 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking About your next employer:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Applicants must have a relevant nursing qualification and NMC registration. They should possess a positive attitude, be naturally caring and compassionate, and hold a commitment to high-quality care based on evidence-based practice. Relevant experience in similar environments and a proven track record of leadership skills are essential.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Elysium Healthcare
Address Elysium Healthcare
Wellington
TA21 9FF
Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)