Deputy Ward Manager

Department: Nursing

Location: Priory Hospital Dewsbury

Compensation: £40,040 / year

Priory Hospital Dewsbury

Full-time | 37.5 hours per week | Site based

£40,040 / year

Active Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council, meeting the requirements of Revalidation (RMN qualified)

This role is not suitable for newly qualified nurses or preceptorship nurses.

Priory Hospital Dewsbury is looking to recruit a Deputy Ward Manager to join the team on the Jubilee Ward. This is a full time position of 40 hours per week.

Based in the residential area of Earlsheaton, West Yorkshire, Priory Hospital Dewsbury provides level 2 rehabilitation services divided into two wards. Care is for male patients who have mental health disorders and we also offer neuropsychiatry support, support for older people and dementia, community-focused rehabilitation, and support for severe and enduring mental health.

Although Dewsbury is not a 24/7 acute hospital, we are well-placed to provide support to acute patients within our dementia services, for those who require an alternative setting to an acute psychiatric ward. Admissions can also take place due to other placement breakdowns (either from their home or other care environment), or from prison settings.

At Priory Hospital Dewsbury, you’ll join a dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding patient care and supporting individuals on their recovery journey. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, therapeutic environment where patients are empowered to achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential.

As Deputy Ward Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the effective leadership and day-to-day management of the ward. Working alongside the Ward Manager and multidisciplinary team, you will help drive high standards of clinical care, promote a positive patient experience, and support the development of a motivated and skilled workforce.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate nurse to develop their leadership skills, influence service delivery, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of those in our care.

For full details of the role and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description.

• Active Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council, meeting the requirements of Revalidation (RMN qualified)
• Trained Assessor/Supervisor
• Clinical Supervision experience essential, training desirable
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development and intent to maintain and develop Continued professional development and leadership
• Good computer skills

For more information about the role, you can email

• 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

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.