Job Description

Job Title: Deputy Ward Manager (CAMHS) - RMN/RNLD

Location: Essex, CM1

Salary: 43,000 - 48,000 per annum

Shift Pattern: Full-Time, Permanent

### About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Deputy Ward Manager (RMN/RNLD) to join our CAMHS (Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services) team in Essex. This pivotal role requires a dynamic leader to support the Ward Manager in delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care while ensuring compliance with CQC and NMC standards.

### Key Responsibilities:

? Clinical Leadership: Support the Ward Manager in overseeing daily operations of a CAMHS unit, ensuring safe, effective, and compassionate care.

? Staff Management: Take full oversight of nursing rotas, ensuring optimal staffing levels and efficient e-roster management.

? Medication & Care Plans: Lead medication rounds, ensuring compliance with MAR charts and individual care plans.

? Staff Development: Facilitate clinical supervision, appraisals, and CPD for nursing staff, ensuring 100% mandatory training compliance.

? Service Development: Contribute to new care pathways and quality improvement initiatives.

? Safeguarding: Act as a Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring all concerns are reported per CQC and local policies.

### Essential Requirements:

? Valid NMC PIN (RMN/RNLD) with 3+ years as a Deputy Ward Manager in mental health/CAMHS.

? Proven experience in medication administration, risk assessments, and care planning.

? Strong rota management skills with experience using e-rostering systems.

? Knowledge of CQC standards, Mental Health Act, and safeguarding protocols.

? Excellent leadership, communication, and crisis intervention skills.

### Desirable:

- Training in DBT, CBT, or trauma-informed care.

- Experience in CAMHS/PICU settings.

### Why Join Us?

Competitive salary (43K-48K) with annual reviews

Career progression to Ward Manager/Clinical Lead

Comprehensive training (including specialist CAMHS courses)

Supportive MDT environment with regular supervision

### Apply Now!

If you're a CAMHS-trained Deputy Ward Manager ready to take the next step, submit your CV today or call [Your Contact Number] for more details.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 43,000.00-48,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Springfield North CM1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

must have (CAMHS): 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Springfield North CM1 (required)
Willingness to travel:

25% (required)
Work Location: In person