Priory
Deputy Ward Manager
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Application Deadline: 21 September 2026
Department: Nursing
Location: Priory Hospital Arnold
Compensation: £43,134 - £46,433 / year
Description
Priory Hospital Arnold
£43,134 - £46,433 per annum Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
Priory Hospital Arnold has an opportunity for a Deputy Ward Manager to join our team.
Based in the village of Calverton, in Nottingham and set in extensive grounds, Priory Hospital Arnold is an inpatient acute and psychiatric intensive care unit (PICU), for males and females struggling with a wide range of mental health conditions.
What you'll be doing
- You will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people's wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.
- Provide senior nursing leadership and support the Ward Manager in the day-to-day running of the ward.
- Lead and supervise nursing staff, supporting their development, clinical supervision and performance.
- Act as a shift leader, ensuring safe staffing, effective risk management and high standards of patient care.
- Support the MDT, oversee therapeutic care and deputise for the Ward Manager when required.
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You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you'll bring to the role
Essential for the role
- Active NMC registration.
- At least 18 months–2 years post-registration experience.
- Experience within a relevant clinical speciality.
- Experience providing clinical supervision.
The following experience would be beneficial
- Previous leadership or senior nursing experience.
- Trained Assessor/Supervisor.
- Experience supporting staff development, appraisals and CPD.
- Experience working within a mental health or learning disability setting.
What we will give you in return
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We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra day's annual leave
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
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