Assistant Ward Manager

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity within the acute Older People's Inpatient Mental Health Services for a Assistant Ward Manager on Bracken Ward at Airedale Centre for Mental Health. This is a older Adults mixed  acute ward which is a 22 bedded ward for older adults 65+

We are looking for someone who is prepared to lead creatively, committed to improving patient and family carer experience, and who will lead and motivate the team to strive for continuous improvement through the development of pathways with across Mental Health Services and with partner organizations in the acute care, voluntary and community sectors.

Areas of focus will include creating a safe and caring culture, quality and safety agendas, safer staffing, meeting key performance indicators, roster management, lessons learnt and enabling development of the team.

Main duties of the job

• To demonstrate a high standard of care to patients and contribute to a safe and developing culture.
• To assist the ward manager with operational management of the  ward staff including recruitment, sickness monitoring  and appraisals.
• To provide clinical expertise and guidance to inpatient ward staff.
• To ensure the service meets guidance and quality standards set locally, regionally, and nationally.
• To ensure high standards of documentation, care planning and risk assessments are met and maintained.
• To provide relevant training and education as required/requested by the service.
• To contribute to data collection and analysis locally and regionally
• To be an integral part of the senior team.
• To support the team in meeting quality standards, implementing policy, managing change, and delivering innovation
• To monitor and analyse care provision through audits, reviews and engagement and provide leadership on maintaining and improving standards.
• To administer medication in line with Trust policy and NMC guidelines
• To maintain clinical record systems as required.
• To comply with the correct implementation of the Mental Health Act.

Closing Date: 23rd November 2025

Shortlisting Date: 24th November 2025

Interview Date:  8th December 2025 (Subject to change)

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust’s eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.