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Job overview
We are pleased to announce that an opportunity for an experienced RMN Band 6 and above, to lead our Multi-Disciplinary Team on our adult acute inpatient ward.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic and highly motivated nurse who is; committed, caring, compassionate, have good leadership and problem solving skills, excellent communication skills, the ability to work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and a positive attitude to service developments and quality improvement.
John Dickson Ward is an 18-bedded male acute ward, currently based at Maudsley Hospital.
The multi-disciplinary team is dynamic and diverse, including RMNs, CSWs, an OT, doctors and a consultant who work closely to support patients on their recovery journey. Patients also have access to a psychology and involvement into various activities while on the ward.
Main duties of the job
- Responsible for the operational management of clinical area.
- Lead and effectively manage the ward nursing team.
- Ensure high standards of evidence-based, patient centered care are maintained.
- To establish and maintain systems for clinical governance.
- To effectively and efficiently manage ward budget and resources.
- To promote good communication within the team and with external agencies.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Management of Nursing Care and Practice
- Management of Financial and Material Resources
- Management of Clinical Standards
- Management of Human Resources
- Management of Information and Communication
- Management of the Environment
- Personal Development and Freedom to Act
- Other Responsibilities
The post-holder will also be responsible for:
- Deputising for the Clinical Service Lead as required.
- Undertaking site wide co-ordination roles as required, eg. DSN.
- Establishing and building on excellent working relationships between other services within and external to the Directorate.
- Ensuring that systems are in place which invite service users and their carers to comment on the quality of services they receive.
- Implementation of the complaints procedure including investigation, response, and resolution.
Ensuring that their line manager is kept informed of all developments and changes within the ward environment.
- The safe storage and administration of medications.
- The creation and maintenance of an environment which is conducive to learning and which meets the educational standards required by Educational Institutions whose students are placed on the ward. The post-holder will be expected to facilitate actively the ward’s involvement in the training and education of staff from a variety of disciplines.
- Participating in projects within the Unit and Trust as required by the senior management of the Directorate.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant years’ experience of managing clinical practice at Band 6
- Experience of implementing and monitoring standards of care
- Experience of providing clinical and managerial supervision
- Experience of working in a multicultural environment and knowledge of methods to develop culturally sensitive practice
- Experience of recruitment and selection of staff
Desirable
- Experience of managing non-clinical staff and other professionals
- Experience of staff performance management
- Experience of implementing significant changes in working practices
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Mental Health/Learning Disability).
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Degree or equivalent experience
Desirable
- RGN.
- Management course
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Specialist clinical knowledge relevant to the service, including evidence-based practice
- Working knowledge of all relevant legislation associated with acute mental health care, including MHA, CPA procedures, Human Rights Act, NSF, Child Protection and NHS Plan.
- Understanding of the role and function of other organizations providing services to people with mental ill-health.
Desirable
- Knowledge of performance management procedures
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This advert is for Ward Manager with South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £58,133 - £65,261 per annum inclusive of HCAs. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 28 Jul 2026.
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