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