Deputy Ward Manager

Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen fordeputy ward managerto become part of the team on John Denmark Unit, which is an 18 bedded,deaf specialist,mixed gender acute/rehabunit.The John Denmark Unit is based at Prestwich, Manchester and is part of the Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. TheJDU provideshigh standardsfor specialist NHS mental health services to deaf people throughout the north ofEngland,Walesand Scotland.Our ideal candidate would have experience of caring for people with functional illnesses such as depression, schizophrenia etc, and dementia.Experience of working within a deaf mental health residential setting would be desirable.We are looking for an individual who is resilient,drivenand passionate to provide high quality nursing care to our patients, whist supporting the leadership withintheunit.The post holder will take charge of the shifts on a rotational basis, act as a primary nurse to service users and theircarers, as well as being responsible for the establishment and maintenance of effective communication with all relevant personnel who contribute to the care of the service user both internal and external to the Trust.The post holder will, in collaboration with the ward manager, ensure continuous clinical and professional development for the nursing team through on-the-job coaching, mentoring, audit, regular supervision, and ward-based training of less experienced staff.Main duties of the jobAs a Deputy Ward Manager,some ofyourkeyresponsibilities willbe;Todeputise for the ward manager asrequiredPromote multi-disciplinary team working whilst leadingpredominantly onnursing issuesGood communicationskills- British Sign Language Skills desirableWilling to engage in training and learning- BSL Level 1 and 2 training providedTo uphold the values of the ward promoting openness,transparencyand learningSupervision of junior staEnthusiastic mentor tonew staff, newly qualifiednursesand junior staffOversee certain areas of clinicalexpertisesuch as medication management and physical health provision on the wardSupport thewardmanager with HR tasks such asWellbeing monitoring, audits, action plansEnsureaccurateandtimelyclinical documentationManage shifts as a nurse in chargeConducting thorough assessments of risks and risk management plans to support incidents on theunitMust be willing toparticipatein24-hourrotationof day and night shiftsMust be able to carry out a full range of caring duties, including moving and handling and Control and Restraint (Training Provided)About usGreater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.DetailsDate posted15 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary
39,959 to 48,117 a year
per annum pro rata
ContractSecondmentWorking pattern

Full-time

Reference number Job locationsJohn Denmark UnitPrestwich Hospital, Bury New RoadPrestwich, Greater ManchesterM253BLUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesSee attached detailed job description and person specification:Staff benefitsPay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 yearsExcellent pensionCycle to work schemeSalary sacrifice car schemeWellbeing programmeBlue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilitiesSee attached detailed job description and person specification:Staff benefitsPay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 yearsExcellent pensionCycle to work schemeSalary sacrifice car schemeWellbeing programmeBlue Light Card DiscountsPerson Specification
Qualification and Experience
EssentialRMN/RNLD, experience/educationDesirableDeaf Specific qualifcations/Training/Worked in Deaf MH setting
Skills and Knowledge
EssentialMental Health experience/leadership skillsDesirableDeaf specific knowledge/skills
Person Specification

Qualification and Experience
EssentialRMN/RNLD, experience/educationDesirableDeaf Specific qualifcations/Training/Worked in Deaf MH setting
Skills and Knowledge
EssentialMental Health experience/leadership skillsDesirableDeaf specific knowledge/skillsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 detailsEmployer nameGreater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation TrustAddressJohn Denmark UnitPrestwich Hospital, Bury New RoadPrestwich, Greater ManchesterM253BLUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameGreater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation TrustAddressJohn Denmark UnitPrestwich Hospital, Bury New RoadPrestwich, Greater ManchesterM253BLUnited KingdomEmployer's website