Deputy Ward Manager (RMN) – Male PICU Unit

Job Title: Deputy Ward Manager (RMN) – Male PICU Unit
Location: Cheadle, Greater Manchester
Salary: £43,313 per annum+ £5,000 welcome bonus
Additional benefits: Enhanced overtime, weekend and bank holiday rates
Working Pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Overview:

Our client is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Deputy Ward Manager (RMN) to support the running of a Male Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) based in a specialist mental health hospital in Cheadle, Greater Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable provider known for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in a beautiful parkland setting. The role involves supporting the Ward Manager with day-to-day clinical leadership, staff supervision and service improvement within a busy, multidisciplinary ward.

About the Setting:

The hospital provides a wide range of specialist mental health services for adults and young people across acute, PICU, rehabilitation and eating disorder pathways. The environment is fast-paced, therapeutic and team-driven, offering high levels of support for both staff and service users. This setting offers the opportunity to make a real difference while developing your leadership and clinical skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Ward Manager in delivering a safe, therapeutic, and inclusive environment for service users, families and staff.
• Lead shifts and act as a named nurse, supervising a defined group of staff and supporting training, supervision and performance.
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance and risk management procedures in line with regulatory and internal standards.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, learning and accountability within the team.
• Support with care planning and delivery of personalised, evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Participate in staff recruitment and retention, acting as a mentor and role model to junior colleagues.
• Take on delegated leadership responsibilities and deputise for the Ward Manager where required.

Requirements:

• RMN qualification with active NMC registration (essential)
• Trained Assessor/Supervisor (essential); Clinical Supervision training (desirable)
• Experience of supervising and supporting junior clinical staff
• Demonstrated ability to lead a shift and respond to clinical incidents effectively
• Evidence of ongoing CPD with an interest in further leadership development
• Confident IT user with good digital documentation skills

Benefits:

• £5,000 welcome bonus
• Enhanced pay rates for overtime, weekends and bank holidays
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development opportunities
• Support from a highly experienced clinical leadership team
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• Access to employee wellbeing support, including counselling and EAP
• High-quality working environment with modern facilities