Ward Manager

Job summary

An exciting secondment opportunity has arisen for a Ward Manager to lead The Haldon, the South West regional tier-4 Specialist Inpatient Eating Disorder Unit based in Wonford House, Exeter.

The Haldon is commissioned to provide intensive inpatient treatment for upto 10 individuals at one time. Treatment includes both physical and psychological interventions to support recovery from a severe Eating Disorder in a caring and compassionate environment.

The role will include the operational running of a busy inpatient ward, which has a vast MDT alongside nursing staff. Liaising with commissioners and overseeing extensive training and development of the staffing team.

We are looking for a individual who is motivated, passionate and interested in development within their own career. The successful candidate will be able to lead and organise a team.

Experience in Eating Disorders is Essential.

Main duties of the job

• To provide leadership and management to the ward and clinical team.
• To provide evidence based professional support and advice to the MDT
• To lead and promote education and staff development for the continued professional growth of the team members and students
• To ensure the delivery of high standards of nursing care in accordance with evidence based professional practice, policies and procedures.
• Ensure legislation policies and procedures are implemented and staff have access to these and a understanding of their use.
• Manage allocated budget- ensuring resources are efficiently and effectively used and maintained.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Details

• Date posted: 08 October 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 7
• Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year
• Contract: Secondment
• Duration: 4 months
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: C9369-26-0766
• Job locations: Wonford House, Dryden Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5AF, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

For more information on the full Job Description, Responsibilities and Person Specification please see attachment.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).