About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity is available for a successful candidate to fill the role of Ward Manager within our Male Acute Ward, which is part of Urgent Care, Adult Mental Health Services at Lanchester Road Hospital. The successful applicant will also work as part of the Duty Nurse rota to support the role of Duty Nurse Coordinator.
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated qualified mental health practitioner with sufficient experience of working in adult mental health and experience of managing and motivating a multi-disciplinary team at a minimum band 6 level.
We support personal and professional development and would be keen to explore personal and professional interests and agree a personal and professional development plan.
The successful candidate will receive regular managerial supervision and encouragement to reach personal and professional goals. The successful candidate will have skills in promoting the importance of teamwork, as well as forming and embedding positive professional relationships internally and with external partners and agencies.
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Main duties of the job
The role is well supported by an established, professional and friendly MDT.Applicants must hold professional registration and have inpatient experience including leadership or management. You will need to demonstrate strong leadership skills and be a role model to others to join our highly motivated and enthusiastic team.
As well as providing direct management supervision, a significant part of this role will be leading the team and managing the general running of the ward.
The successful candidate will also be expected to be part of the Duty Nurse Coordinator rota (which includes some weekend working).
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Person Specification
Knowledg/Skills/Experience Essential
Knowledge of current issues relating to health needs of patients in the field of practice, regionally and nationally Research methodology The Trust's Quality Improvement system (QIS) - or completion of training within agreed timescale Governance and its application in practice Understanding of psychological models of care and treatment (depending on specialist area)
Qualifications Essential
Current professional registration with Nursing & Midwifery Council (RMN / RNMH / RNLD) Be educated to Master's level in a subject area relevant to the area of practice OR Have equivalent clinical experience to that of master's level such as working as a band 6 (or above) in relevant clinical area with significant experience - which also includes significant experience of managing people. (see below under experience), together with evidence of relevant CPD Be trained in Clinical Supervision and providing clinical supervision Be a Recognised Practice Assessor/Practice Supervisor
Experience Essential
Significant experience of managing people Significant experience working with patients with complex needs in the specialist field Significant experience working with patients who display risk behaviours Working collaboratively with others (external partners, staff, service users and their families/carers) Working knowledge of the legal framework and statutory obligations under the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and other relevant legislation Detailed understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice Risk assessment and management and its application in practice. Working knowledge of clinical medicines management Developing, maintaining and auditing practice standards Evidence of training in Quality Improvement methodology or coaching, and/or using same in quality improvement
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address Lanchester Road Hospital
Lanchester Road
Durham
DH1 5RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)