Deputy Ward Manager – Eating Disorder Unit (Confidential Opportunity)
Salary: £43,014 – £46,314
A confidential healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Deputy Ward Manager (RMN) to join a specialist Eating Disorder Unit within a well-established independent hospital setting. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated mental health professional with strong leadership skills and experience within eating disorder services to support the management and development of a high-quality clinical environment.
Service Overview
The hospital is a 56-bed facility comprising four wards, including two NHS-contracted services and two private wards. The successful candidate will work within a 12-bed specialist Eating Disorder Unit, supporting individuals with complex mental health needs.
Role Overview
The Deputy Ward Manager will support the Ward Manager in the day-to-day operational and clinical leadership of the ward, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred care. The post holder will play a key role in staff supervision, clinical governance, and maintaining high standards of care and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Ward Manager in leading and developing the multidisciplinary team.
- Ensure high standards of clinical care, safety, and patient experience.
- Provide strong leadership, supervision, and mentorship to nursing staff.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and clinical governance processes.
- Assist in managing staffing, rota planning, and performance management.
- Promote a positive, recovery-focused therapeutic environment.
Essential Requirements
- Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) qualification with active NMC registration.
- Minimum of 2 years’ ward management or senior leadership experience.
- Experience working within an Eating Disorder Unit (EDU) is essential.
- Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.
- Ability to support and motivate a multidisciplinary team while maintaining high clinical standards.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary of £43,014 – £46,314 (depending on experience).
- Opportunity to work within a specialist service with a supportive leadership team.
- Career development within a reputable and growing healthcare organisation.
Please apply or reach out to D.jones@linqrecruitment.co.uk OR 07458142783
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