Deputy Ward Manager
Deputy Ward Manager
Full time
£44,664 per year
Nursing
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Private Healthcare
Deputy Ward Manager
Application Deadline: 7 December 2025
Department: Nursing
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Priory Hospital Norwich
Compensation: £44,664 / year
Description
Priory Hospital Norwich is looking to recruit a Deputy Ward Manager to join the team.This is afull time 37.5 hoursrole.
Set in the Norfolk countryside a mile outside the town of Attleborough, Norfolk, Priory Hospital Norwich is a 24/7, mental health inpatient provision, which provides care for males and females, split across wards which care for differing levels of acuity. We accept referrals from across the UK, and support the NHS with patient flow, by providing a pathway of care, suited to individual needs, including medium to high risk patients.
Priory's acute and PICU services aim to allow more people to be treated closer to home and we support the NHS to repatriate out-of-area patients back to local areas. Norwich also provides a 24/7, rapid response drug and alcohol service including detox.
What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients
What you'll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
The ideal candidate will hold an active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, meeting all revalidation requirements. They should be a trained assessor or supervisor with essential experience in clinical supervision, and training in this area is considered desirable. Evidence of continued professional development, along with a commitment to ongoing learning and leadership development, is required. Strong computer skills are also essential. Candidates should have at least 18 months to two years of post-registration experience and be able to demonstrate expertise within a clinical specialty.
For more information about the role, you can email KatieEaster@priorygroup.com
What we will give you in return
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.
Application Deadline: 7 December 2025
Department: Nursing
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Priory Hospital Norwich
Compensation: £44,664 / year
Description
Priory Hospital Norwich is looking to recruit a Deputy Ward Manager to join the team.This is afull time 37.5 hoursrole.
Set in the Norfolk countryside a mile outside the town of Attleborough, Norfolk, Priory Hospital Norwich is a 24/7, mental health inpatient provision, which provides care for males and females, split across wards which care for differing levels of acuity. We accept referrals from across the UK, and support the NHS with patient flow, by providing a pathway of care, suited to individual needs, including medium to high risk patients.
Priory's acute and PICU services aim to allow more people to be treated closer to home and we support the NHS to repatriate out-of-area patients back to local areas. Norwich also provides a 24/7, rapid response drug and alcohol service including detox.
What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients
- Works as Senior Nurse in a Ward or equivalent area ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, their families and visitors.
- Apply relevant policies and statutory requirements within the ward and hospital framework of governance and communicates requirements to the wider team.
- Ensures that risk is assessed and managed across the immediate and wider working environment and that statutory requirements are met.
- Respects and applies the requirements of diversity and inclusion, promoting and role modelling these across the team.
What you'll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
The ideal candidate will hold an active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, meeting all revalidation requirements. They should be a trained assessor or supervisor with essential experience in clinical supervision, and training in this area is considered desirable. Evidence of continued professional development, along with a commitment to ongoing learning and leadership development, is required. Strong computer skills are also essential. Candidates should have at least 18 months to two years of post-registration experience and be able to demonstrate expertise within a clinical specialty.
For more information about the role, you can email KatieEaster@priorygroup.com
What we will give you in return
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.
- Free on-site parking
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- 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
Salary range
- £44,664 per year
Band
- Band 7
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