Deputy Ward Manager/ Charge Nurse inReading inReading PUBLISHED 24 DEC 2023

The3/4 must haves for you to be considered for this role:

1. Registered Mental Health Nurse

1. Mentorship qualification

1. Experience in a mental health setting

1. Evidence of continuing professional development and portfolio of evidence available

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Daniela Ungurusan on or email: wholl be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Please note the PayScale currently in use is Agenda for Change 2023/2024. We will update the 2024/2025 PayScale once confirmed.

Bluebell ward is anAcute admissions Ward providing care to adults with mental health conditions such as Bipolar affective disorder, depression, and schizophrenia. The Ward can support the needs of up to 20 patients in a caring and compassionate environment. Based in Reading, located close to the amenities of the town centre and a leafy park, the wards work closely with patients and families to help them to identify their needs and participate actively in their care, providing a place of empathy, kindness, and compassion.

• Act as a clinical team leader for a group of nominated staff. Take charge of the ward in the absence of the ward manager and be responsible for the overall management of the ward.

• Assist in the implementation of clinical/management supervision of staff within the ward area.

• Take a lead role in the implementation of clinical care and the evaluation of nursing outcomes.

• Assist the ward manager with planning efficient use of staffing resources on the ward. Ensure that staffing levels are safe and contain the necessary skills mix, showing due regard to the need for effective budgetary management.

• Maintain effective systems of communication within the multi-disciplinary team and with patients and relatives.

• Develop your leadership skills to become competent in fulfilling the DSN (Duty Senior Nurse) role on a rotational basis within 6-9 months of starting your role dependant on previous experience.

• Be proactive in the production and implementation of new ideas and methods of care.

• Ensure that the learning needs of students allocated to the ward are met, including the development of education packages.