Job summary LEARNING DISABILITIES SERVICE An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a permanent and full-time Deputy Ward Manager (Band 6) to our Assessment and Treatment Unit. We are looking for someone with a clinical background in learning disabilities with previous experience of team leadership both, operationally and clinically. The ideal candidate will support the Ward Manager in the management and clinical leadership of the nursing and multi-disciplinary team to ensure care is delivered which is person centred and meets standards for Quality and Safety, in partnership with service users and carers. We are seeking a highly motivated, organised and skilled Deputy who will be responsible for the delivery of care and for the supervision of others who are carrying out all aspects of the caring process. You will assist in setting and maintaining standards of care, will participate in maintaining effective management of the team and unit, meeting performance standards and able to maintain effective integration with the multi-disciplinary team and assist with the facilitation of a collaborative approach to patient focussed care. As Deputy to the Ward Manager, the expectation is that the successful candidate be flexible and able to cover shift working to include some management days for operational duties, and able to step up for planned and unplanned absences. Main duties of the job The role of the deputy manager is to provide support and assistance to the ward manager in ensuring the effective management and running of the service. This will include having specific responsibilities as delegated by the ward manager and will require the post holder to deputise for the ward manager as and when appropriate/required.Key Duties/Responsibilities To act as a clinical lead influencing and developing all aspects of clinical care within the area and implementing clinical governance plans. Co-ordinate care delivery, e.g. allocations of named nurse/name worker/care co-ordinator, ensuring continuity of care across shifts, staffing changes & absences etc. To demonstrate the application of appropriate procedures and standards. To assist in the general management of the clinical area, this may include specific duties such as responsibilities for completing duty sheets, maintaining staff absence cards or supervising systems for monitoring resources (e.g. keys) as agreed with the clinical manager About us As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care. We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working. We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike. For 2024/2025, we have launched our "Proud to be Green" engagement campaign which is aligned to the targets set out in our Green Plan. As a Trust, you can be assured that we will commit to supporting you in working towards our net zero ambitions, set out in our Green Plan, through our sustainability programme". The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities. Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 232-SPL-6970929 Job locations Deputy Ward Manager Stoke on Trent ST4 6TH Job description Job responsibilities To ensure that the principles and values of the organisation and of the ward operational policy and philosophy are evident in everyday practice. To develop a culture in which the individuals rights of safety privacy and dignity are actively promoted and interactions are conducted with courtesy and respect. To establish professional relationships and networks beyond the immediate clinical team, developing and promoting interagency working, contributing to appropriate groups and forums. To actively seek to promote the clinical service both within the Trust and within a wider setting developing positive public relations and engendering confidence in the service. To take an active lead in developing standards of practice, ensuring that systems are in place for setting, communicating, implementing, evaluating and reviewing the same. Ensure that where possible activities are evidence based and in keeping with changes in the field of activity. Take a lead in initiating new ideas and communicating new evidence, ensure that changes in practice are fully implemented and maintained act as support and supervise other staff in implementing change. Ensure that effective communication systems that promote MDT working and ensure accuracy of communication are in place and adhered to. Lead and advise upon clinical nursing issues guiding practice and where necessary challenging inappropriate practice or attitudes. Represent the views of the nursing team within wider clinical team. Provide advise and support to junior staff both on an informal basis and through the roles of mentor, clinical supervisor and preceptor as appropriate. Ensure personal awareness and observe the NMC guidelines for professional practice in the pursuance of everyday activities. Act in a manner that inspires the confidence of others and promotes the credibility of the profession and the service. To have a knowledge and understanding of relevant policies and legislation and guidance and the impact that these have for clinical practice. (See appendix). To ensure that the above are communicated and adhered to and to take appropriate action when this is not the case Take responsibility for ensuring continued registration and for personal and professional development in accordance with NMC guidance, attending statutory and mandatory training and other pertinent training as agreed with the clinical manager through the personal review process. Job description Job responsibilities To ensure that the principles and values of the organisation and of the ward operational policy and philosophy are evident in everyday practice. To develop a culture in which the individuals rights of safety privacy and dignity are actively promoted and interactions are conducted with courtesy and respect. To establish professional relationships and networks beyond the immediate clinical team, developing and promoting interagency working, contributing to appropriate groups and forums. To actively seek to promote the clinical service both within the Trust and within a wider setting developing positive public relations and engendering confidence in the service. To take an active lead in developing standards of practice, ensuring that systems are in place for setting, communicating, implementing, evaluating and reviewing the same. Ensure that where possible activities are evidence based and in keeping with changes in the field of activity. Take a lead in initiating new ideas and communicating new evidence, ensure that changes in practice are fully implemented and maintained act as support and supervise other staff in implementing change. Ensure that effective communication systems that promote MDT working and ensure accuracy of communication are in place and adhered to. Lead and advise upon clinical nursing issues guiding practice and where necessary challenging inappropriate practice or attitudes. Represent the views of the nursing team within wider clinical team. Provide advise and support to junior staff both on an informal basis and through the roles of mentor, clinical supervisor and preceptor as appropriate. Ensure personal awareness and observe the NMC guidelines for professional practice in the pursuance of everyday activities. Act in a manner that inspires the confidence of others and promotes the credibility of the profession and the service. To have a knowledge and understanding of relevant policies and legislation and guidance and the impact that these have for clinical practice. (See appendix). To ensure that the above are communicated and adhered to and to take appropriate action when this is not the case Take responsibility for ensuring continued registration and for personal and professional development in accordance with NMC guidance, attending statutory and mandatory training and other pertinent training as agreed with the clinical manager through the personal review process. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Valid RNLD or RNMH with LD experience- registered qualification. Post basic education and training relevant to area applied for. NVQ Assessor/Mentor working towards it Experience Essential Experience at band 5 Demonstrate the ability to co-ordinate all aspects of care needs and be able to carry out tasks without direct supervision Person Specification Qualifications Essential Valid RNLD or RNMH with LD experience- registered qualification. Post basic education and training relevant to area applied for. NVQ Assessor/Mentor working towards it Experience Essential Experience at band 5 Demonstrate the ability to co-ordinate all aspects of care needs and be able to carry out tasks without direct supervision 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. 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. 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 North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust Address Deputy Ward Manager Stoke on Trent ST4 6TH Employer's website https://www.combined.nhs.uk/working-together/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)