Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a ward manager on Alwinton Ward. Alwinton is a Secure ward within our newly opened MSU -Sycamore Unit at Northgate Park. Alwinton provides treatment and care for gentlemen with a Learning Disability who may have offending behaviours, challenging behaviour /diagnosis of autism. We have a whole MDT approach to care delivery underpinned by Walkway to Wellness and PBS. Main duties of the job You will work jointly with the current Clinical Team Leads offering effective leadership and day to day management of the team. You will also have the support of a Specialist Clinical Nurse. Day to day management of the team includes recruitment of staff, conducting appraisals, managing performance and supporting the health and well-being of staff. The Clinical Manager will also be available to offer guidance and support on a daily basis Applicants must have at least 2 years working as a band 6 and experience in working in a secure service. You should have a collaborative and enthusiastic style as well as a passion and commitment to networking with other services. If you feel you are motivated, have excellent communication skills and consider yourself a natural leader, then this could be opportunity you have been waiting for. About us We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. Date posted 13 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 263-SCG25-041-EW Job locations Northgate Park Morpeth NE61 3BP Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 13th March 2025 Closing date : 27th March 2025 We welcome your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 13th March 2025 Closing date : 27th March 2025 We welcome your application. Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Professional Nursing qualification e.g.RGN/RMN/RNMH/ RNLD ENB 998 / P126/127 or equivalent Student Assessor /Mentor Knowledge and Experience Essential Significant post registration clinical experience Leadership experience Continued professional development Staff Training and Development Staff Appraisal Clinical Supervision Complex mental health / learning disabilities needs Care Co-ordination Safeguarding Skills and Competencies Essential Leadership Excellent interpersonal and Communication Collaborative working Time Management Operational Management Recruitment and Selection Change Management Resource Management Conflict resolution Risk Assessment/ Management Presentation Ability to meet deadlines Ability to prioritise Ability to delegate PMVA IT skills Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Professional Nursing qualification e.g.RGN/RMN/RNMH/ RNLD ENB 998 / P126/127 or equivalent Student Assessor /Mentor Knowledge and Experience Essential Significant post registration clinical experience Leadership experience Continued professional development Staff Training and Development Staff Appraisal Clinical Supervision Complex mental health / learning disabilities needs Care Co-ordination Safeguarding Skills and Competencies Essential Leadership Excellent interpersonal and Communication Collaborative working Time Management Operational Management Recruitment and Selection Change Management Resource Management Conflict resolution Risk Assessment/ Management Presentation Ability to meet deadlines Ability to prioritise Ability to delegate PMVA IT skills Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Address Northgate Park Morpeth NE61 3BP Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)