Job Description
Exciting Career Opportunity: CAMHS Ward Manager
Are you a dedicated mental health professional with leadership experience, looking for your next big career move? This is your chance to step into a pivotal role as a CAMHS Ward Manager, where you’ll lead, inspire, and make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex mental health needs.
Why This Role?
This isn’t just another job—it’s a career-defining opportunity. As CAMHS Ward Manager, you’ll shape the future of mental health care for young people by driving service excellence, fostering a culture of positivity, and leading a passionate, multidisciplinary team.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Providing strategic leadership and operational management for a CAMHS inpatient ward
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Ensuring the highest standards of care, safety, and regulatory compliance
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Coaching, mentoring, and developing a skilled and compassionate clinical team
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Driving continuous improvements and best practices in line with national guidelines
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Managing resources effectively to enhance service delivery
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Building strong relationships with patients, families, and external partners
What We’re Looking For:
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Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or equivalent professional qualification
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Proven leadership experience within CAMHS or a similar mental health setting
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Strong knowledge of clinical governance, safeguarding, and risk management
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Exceptional communication, people-management, and decision-making skills
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Passionate about transforming mental health services for young people
What’s In It For You?
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A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
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Exciting career progression opportunities and access to specialist training
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A dynamic, forward-thinking work environment where your ideas matter
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The chance to influence and innovate within a leading mental health service
If you’re a driven and compassionate leader ready to take the next step, we want to hear from you! Apply today and be part of a service making a real impact on young lives.