Deputy Ward Manager inMaidstone inMaidstone PUBLISHED
TUE 3 DEC 2024
Candidates will benefit from opportunities to develop their leadership abilities through various NHS training resources, in-house courses, and supportive mentoring. The position involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to assist patients in managing their mental and physical health, while also maintaining a commitment to inclusivity and continuous improvement in care standards. The role is situated within an 18-bedded acute mental health ward, where the team aims to act with kindness, listen actively, and place patient voices at the center of their care.
"No two days are the same on Chartwell. We all support each other here and it feels like a real community" ~ Katy
We are looking for a registered mental health or learning disabilities nurse or occupational therapist to join our supportive team. You will have a passion for supporting adults during admissions to inpatient services - supporting them and their families in their recovery.
If you have a keen interest in developing your leadership skills then we have the support for you to develop them: We offer access to NHS leadership academy courses, our own in-house leadership courses, coaching and mentoring as well as regular team days, reflective practice and management and clinical supervision!
In order to be shortlisted you will need:
- Post-qualification experience working as a nurse
- Strong leadership skills
- Care and passion for the people that we serve
Chartwell Ward
Our team mission statement:
The Team on Chartwell Ward strives to provide a safe environment that empowers people in their personalised recovery journey.
Our Pledge:
We commit to you that we will act with care, kindness, compassion and inclusivity.We will work beside you and collaboratively with you.We will listen to you.Your voice will be the centre to your care.We strive to continually improve ourselves and our service.
If you feel your values align with our teams then we would love to hear from you. We are an 18 bedded acute mental health ward caring for people during a mental health crisis. The work can be challenging and very rewarding.
You will be working with people to support them with their mental and physical health, learning new skills to cope with distress and keeping people safe. A key part of our role is working with family and loved ones as well as part of our wide multidisciplinary team (Doctors, nurses, occupational therapists, psychologists and more).
About us
Please refer to the attached job description for full details and main responsibilities of the role.
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