Job Description

We are excited to recruit a Band 7 Ward Manager for the Specialist Eating Disorder Unit, Ward 31a at the RVI.
The Eating Disorder Service is a specialist service, providing comprehensive assessment and treatment for adults with moderate and severe eating disorders in North East England. The service provides treatment for males and females over the age of 18 on Ward 31a, Intensive Day Service and in the Community Adult Eating Disorder Team
The post holder will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide high quality and safe care for patients, staff and visitors.
They will provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity and who can role model the trust values at all times. They must have broad evidence of continuous professional development.
The post holder will be expected to demonstrate excellent clinical skills and we welcome applications from individuals who have experience working with individuals and families requiring support in relation to eating disorders.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have operational responsibility for all aspects of clinical standards, professional practice, manage and co-ordinate staff, budget, resources and the environment.
Rostered on the point of contract rota; to ensure provision of service and staffing across Trust sites.
Demonstrate effective leadership, being visible and accessible to patients, families and carers which ensure efficient, effective and caring services.
Accountability for the delivery of all performance indicators, essential standards and quality outcomes
Develop and where appropriate deliver training packages to enhance the knowledge and skills of the workforce and students
Provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity
Workforce support and performance management eg. appraisals, supervisions, training requirements, attendance management
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Details
Date posted
27 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
xc2xa346,148 to xc2xa352,809 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
263-SCG25-082-AB
Job locations
Ward 31a Royal Victoria Infirmiry
Richardson Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 4LP
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 27th May 2025
Closing date : 10th June 2025
We welcome your application. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 27th May 2025
Closing date : 10th June 2025
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Professional Nursing qualification e.g.RGN/RMN/RNMH/ RNLD or equivalent
• SENB 998 / P126/127 Student Assessor /Mentor

• Leadership qualification

• Leadership experience
• Continued professional development
• Significant post registration clinical experience
• Risk Assessment/ Management
• Staff Training and Development
• Clinical Supervision
• Complex mental health / learning disabilities needs
• Care Co-ordination
• Safeguarding
• Carer needs

• Experience of working in an inpatient service

• Collaborative working
• Excellent interpersonal and Communication
• Collaborative working
• Time Management
• Operational Management
• Recruitment and Selection
• Change Management
• Resource Management

• Experience working with people who have experienced eating disorders

• Professional Nursing qualification e.g.RGN/RMN/RNMH/ RNLD or equivalent
• SENB 998 / P126/127 Student Assessor /Mentor

• Leadership qualification

• Leadership experience
• Continued professional development
• Significant post registration clinical experience
• Risk Assessment/ Management
• Staff Training and Development
• Clinical Supervision
• Complex mental health / learning disabilities needs
• Care Co-ordination
• Safeguarding
• Carer needs

• Experience of working in an inpatient service

• Collaborative working
• Excellent interpersonal and Communication
• Collaborative working
• Time Management
• Operational Management
• Recruitment and Selection
• Change Management
• Resource Management

• Experience working with people who have experienced eating disorders