Job Description

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.



We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience

Please note, NSFT uses tools to screen any applications generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Job overview

Are you ready for your next career step or looking for a new challenge? Then why not apply to be our new ward manager and lead our team on Whitlingham ward. A 16 bedded, female ward caring for patients within a blended secure environment. Which is part of our secure and forensic services.



We specialise in looking after females who are predominantly under part 3 of the mental health act and who are involved within the criminal justice pathway in some form. Supporting service users between the ages of 18 - 65, who have mixed presentations of thought, mood and personality disorders.



If you are passionate about patient care and involvement, as well as looking for your next step into leadership and management that will also equip you with personal development opportunities, working within a strong, supportive, and established team, then this role is for you! You will be required to be be a qualified nurse and work within a multi-disciplinary team of nursing and MDT staff to always ensure clinical excellence and outstanding care delivery.



You will lead by example and inspire those around you to provide exceptional care, operational and clinical excellence on the Ward. As part of the management team, you will work with colleagues and senior leaders to lead your team and support our CQC requirements.



You will have the opportunity to engage in Quality Improvement initiatives and contribute to the strategic development of our service.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for the management and leadership of a team of health professionals providing care over a 24-hour period. To provide effective leadership and management to staff which promotes high performance standards both individually and as a team.



Expected to lead the ward team in providing high quality, compassionate nursing care and will be able to demonstrate this through compliance with performance outcomes.



Expected to be a positive and strong leader who will set a clear and compelling vision for the team, you will be a visible presence who influences and supports consistently great teamwork and a positive culture.



To lead by example and motivate the team to provide exceptional levels of care to all our patients. As an enthusiastic and positive change agent, dedication, professionalism, and communication skills you will inspire others to also go the extra mile and display high levels of performance in even the most challenging situations.



As the Ward Manager on Whitlingham ward, you will be fully supported by a Matron as well as the care group leadership which includes the Associate director of nursing for secure and forensic services.



The post holder will be expected to engage in on-going professional development and appraisal, engagement in Quality Improvement initiatives and contribution to the strategic development of the service.

Working for our organisation

Whitlingham Ward is situated on the Hellesdon Hospital site, is a purpose-built Ward that provides services women under part 3 of the mental health act. The ward has an MDT that includes nursing team, OT, social workers, psychiatrists, physiotherapists and physical health nurses.





Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly, and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing their experiences and learning from each other.



Benefits included with this role are: -


NHS pension a comprehensive in house & external training programmes career progression starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays) staff physio service NHS discounts and many more.

To work within our Trusts values and behaviours - Safer, Kinder and Better to ensure that we work to ensure compassionate and high quality care to all in our service.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Interview dates are yet to be set; you will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.

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For an informal discussion, please contact Tom Clipsham, Matron on 07443293700 or E-mail - thomas.clipsham@nsft.nhs.uk

Person specification

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Experience

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Essential criteria

Able to demonstrate experience at a senior clinical level including some staff management/supervision experience. Experience of working within a multi disciplinary team Evidence of providing leadership in a Mental Health care environment including service development. ##

Desirable criteria

Has experience supporting females in inpatient environment Has experience working within secure and forensic services #

Qualifications

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Essential criteria

Nursing degree or equivalent, Dip SW or Dip OT or equivalent, or HCPC registered ##

Desirable criteria

Higher degree or post graduate certificate in area of clinical / therapeutic practice. ILM certificate in management or equivalent.

YOUR APPLICATION



We can provide all our job application materials in alternative formats so that these are accessible to everyone. Should you require any documents within this job pack in an alternative format, please do not hesitate to contact us at recruitment@nsft.nhs.uk.



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EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Apart from its legal duties in relation to equality and diversity, the Trust recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.


As a part of the Disability Confident Employer Guaranteed Interview Scheme we interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job vacancy (outlined in the Person Specification).. We encourage you to indicate your eligibility through TRAC jobs when applying.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post may be 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.

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.


This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.