Hospital Ward Manager

Job summaryWe are seeking a caring, compassionate experienced clinician to take up the role of Ward Manager on Jubilee Ward. The successful candidate can demonstrate excellent leadership skills, delegate effectively, and work effectively and efficiently as part of a multi-disciplinary team. We are looking for a committed and conscientious ward manager to join our team. The successful applicant will need to be willing to work 9-5. Alongside this exciting and fulfilling role, we also offer:oA supportive environment to develop clinical skillsoAccess to a comprehensive online library of training, development, and resourcesoSupport towards career development and promotion opportunities within the TrustoAnnual leave buying and selling schemeoCar lease schemeoChildcare vouchersoDiscounted Gym membershipoFlexible workingoRelocation packageoStaff discountsMain duties of the jobThe Ward Manager provides visible, compassionate leadership and is accountable for the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred mental health care within the ward. The post holder ensures safe staffing, high clinical standards, and a therapeutic environment that supports recovery. They lead and develop the nursing team, promote evidence-based practice, and work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. The ward manager oversees: Staff Management and Supervision Clinical Leadership and Practice Operational and Managerial Responsibilities Education, Training, and Development Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement Maintains Professional RequirementsAbout usWest London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is 426m.The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.DetailsDate posted02 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary 55,524 to 62,652 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (Outer) ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number222-ICS-510-AJob locationsSt Bernard'sUxbridge RoadLondonUB1 3EUUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attachedThe person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Job description Job responsibilitiesThe Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attachedThe person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.Person Specification Qualifications EssentialRegistered on the NMC register, parts 1,2Relevant post registration health care and/or management qualificationsMentorship/Teaching & assessing qualificationDesirableDegree in appropriate subject areaPractice Assessor Experience EssentialTwo years at Clinical Team Leader Band 6 or above.Budget and resource management understanding.Experience of providing management supervision and appraisalFirst line management & leadership experience.Competent in receiving and providing clinical supervision and reflective practiceCompetent in operating CPA systems.DesirableExperience of working with older adults with dementiaExperience of working in an older adult setting. Person Specification Qualifications EssentialRegistered on the NMC register, parts 1,2Relevant post registration health care and/or management qualificationsMentorship/Teaching & assessing qualificationDesirableDegree in appropriate subject areaPractice Assessor Experience EssentialTwo years at Clinical Team Leader Band 6 or above.Budget and resource management understanding.Experience of providing management supervision and appraisalFirst line management & leadership experience.Competent in receiving and providing clinical supervision and reflective practiceCompetent in operating CPA systems.DesirableExperience of working with older adults with dementiaExperience of working in an older adult setting.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.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 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.UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameWest London NHS TrustAddressSt Bernard'sUxbridge RoadLondonUB1 3EUUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameWest London NHS TrustAddressSt Bernard'sUxbridge RoadLondonUB1 3EUUnited KingdomEmployer's website