Job summary We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated manager to the Caswell Clinic. The Post-holder will be responsible for the Operational and Clinical Nurse Management of the ward within our regional Medium Secure Unit. This will include managing the daily functioning of the ward, responsibility for all staff management, resource allocation, modernisation and development of the workforce and services and overseeing patient referrals, assessments and care. Main duties of the job The post holder will:o Participate in the Nurse on-call rota for the secure services. To deputise in the absence of the Lead Nurse.o Be operationally manage the ward and to lead, co-ordinate and contribute to the delivery of Medium Secure services on an operational basis via the nursing team, ensuring holistic delivery of care and multi-disciplinary/multi-agency services, which are coherent, consistently applied and in line with Operational Policies and best practice.o Responsibly to assess and make recommendations to the Responsible Clinician/Clinical Team on the suitability of patients for admission to the Medium Secure Unit.o Responsible for providing forensic mental health nursing advice and support to other mental health settings across the service group and throughout South Wales.o Provide ward management and nursing leadership to an allocated ward and routinely monitor occupancy, dependency and observation levels on the ward to ensure that these are managed within the available resources. About us We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you. There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further. Date posted 14 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,840 to £53,602 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 130-NMR069-0425 Job locations Caswell Clinic Tondu Rd Bridgend CF31 4LN Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification Qualification & Knowledge Essential Registered Nurse, Post registration study to degree level, or evidence of working towards this. Evidence of a leadership and/or management qualification or working towards or evidence of equivalent experience Specialist clinical knowledge of the issues pertinent to forensic mental health/secure services Knowledge and application of See Think Act, Safewards, Care and Treatment Planning and the Mental Health Measure An understanding of the Healthcare Governance agenda and the promotion of evidence based practice Have excellent knowledge of risk assessment and be able to manage risk effectively and safely Knowledge of the reporting requirements for standards and service governance, & a breadth of knowledge and understanding of forensic health care issues Desirable Management and leadership course, QI Bronze award. Knowledge of Health Board policies and procedures Knowledge of and contribute to the implementation of local and national guidance as appropriate A knowledge and Experience of the Safeguarding Procedures extensive knowledge and understanding of the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act. Experience Essential Experience of managing people / teams and its resources Demonstrate experience of effective working within a multi- agency / multidisciplinary setting Experience of being involved in the development of new services Experience of working within adult forensic mental health services Experience and knowledge of a wide variety of adult mental health services, both statutory and voluntary Able to devise nursing risk formulations Person Specification Qualification & Knowledge Essential Registered Nurse, Post registration study to degree level, or evidence of working towards this. Evidence of a leadership and/or management qualification or working towards or evidence of equivalent experience Specialist clinical knowledge of the issues pertinent to forensic mental health/secure services Knowledge and application of See Think Act, Safewards, Care and Treatment Planning and the Mental Health Measure An understanding of the Healthcare Governance agenda and the promotion of evidence based practice Have excellent knowledge of risk assessment and be able to manage risk effectively and safely Knowledge of the reporting requirements for standards and service governance, & a breadth of knowledge and understanding of forensic health care issues Desirable Management and leadership course, QI Bronze award. Knowledge of Health Board policies and procedures Knowledge of and contribute to the implementation of local and national guidance as appropriate A knowledge and Experience of the Safeguarding Procedures extensive knowledge and understanding of the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act. Experience Essential Experience of managing people / teams and its resources Demonstrate experience of effective working within a multi- agency / multidisciplinary setting Experience of being involved in the development of new services Experience of working within adult forensic mental health services Experience and knowledge of a wide variety of adult mental health services, both statutory and voluntary Able to devise nursing risk formulations 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 Swansea Bay University Health Board Address Caswell Clinic Tondu Rd Bridgend CF31 4LN Employer's website https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)