Main area: Inpatient Services, Mental Health, CAMHS
Grade: Band 6
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 364-A-8641
Site: Rochford hospital
Town: Rochford
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 Per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 03/02/2025 23:59
About Us
EPUT provides community health, mental health and learning disability services to support more than 3.2 million people living across Bedfordshire, Essex and Suffolk. We are among the largest employers in the East of England region, with more than 10,000 staff working across more than 200 sites. We run the COVID-19 vaccination programme across mid and south Essex and Suffolk and north east Essex. EPUT was formed on 1 April 2017 following the merger of North Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (NEP) and South Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (SEPT). Our vision and values
Our Vision:
“To be the leading health and wellbeing service in the provision of mental health and community care.” Our Purpose:
“We care for people every day. What we do together, matters.” Our Values: We Care We Empower Our strategic objectives: We will deliver safe, high quality integrated care services. We will enable each other to be the best that we can. We will work together with our partners to make our services better. We will help our communities to thrive. Job overview
An exciting opportunity has now arisen to recruit a Deputy Ward Manager to work on our CAMHS General Adolescent Unit at Rochford Hospital. The successful candidate will be a competent practitioner with a proven record of leadership skills as a Band 5 Nurse and able to take responsibility for overseeing assessments of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for clients requiring treatment. Poplar Adolescent Unit is a 14 bed unit for 13-18 year olds admitted for the assessment and treatment of acute mental health difficulties. We are committed to developing CAMHS specialist clinicians, with our staff CAMHS preceptorship programme, and award winning DBT treatment offer. While experience of CAMHS is preferable, we welcome applicants with proven experience of inpatient mental health care at band 5 looking to develop their career in child and adolescent care. Main duties of the job
You will be able to demonstrate: Effective communication, both written and verbally; Compassion, understanding, commitment, enthusiasm, and a high level of motivation. An understanding of the Recovery Model approach, considering the needs of families and carers, and becoming part of an established multidisciplinary team. A high level of knowledge and philosophy of the 6 C’s of care. Active participation in the training and education of learners allocated to the Mental Health Service, encouraging integration between the Ward Team and the Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team. Delivering the highest quality care for patients with acute mental health issues, maintaining EPUT’s excellent customer care. Working for our organisation
EPUT is looking for motivated staff who share our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer a range of benefits and development including: Season Ticket Loans NHS discounts for staff Excellent Training facilities and opportunities Buying and Selling annual leave scheme The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work Day One Flexible Employer The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. You are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
We are looking for people who can bring commitment and fresh ideas, and determination to take forward our service in new and innovative ways; in return we offer training and development of staff, support through regular supervision and appraisal. Responsible for the clinical leadership of a team of nurses in an Acute setting. Responsible for the assessment, implementation, and evaluation of care plans for individual service users. Work as a key worker advising and supporting colleagues as required. Assist the Ward Manager in setting and maintaining high standards of care and evaluating quality outcomes. Participate in a range of assessments provided during a 24 hour period. Take charge of the unit in the absence of the person with continuing responsibility, including the role of bed manager for the unit. Teach and supervise the team, including qualified, non-qualified, and learners. Maintain good standards of communication, both oral and written, in accordance with NMC guidelines. Report to the Team Manager (or nominated deputy) any circumstances that may affect the delivery of care and/or efficient running of the ward. Ensure all staff adhere to Trust Policies and Procedures. Person specification
Qualifications and education
RMN ENB 998 or equivalent Evidence of continued professional development Knowledge
Ability to be a role model of good practice. Proven ability to work under pressure. Knowledge of Mental Health Act & Mental Capacity Act. Research and development skills and relevant qualification. Knowledge of The Children’s Act and Safeguarding Processes. Skills and experience
Significant experience at Band 5 Evidence of post qualifying continued learning Literate in IT/Computer Skills Please note:
staff who are formally at risk within the organisation will be given priority in securing alternative employment. Important Professional References:
Make sure that as a part of your application you have professional references covering your last three year employment history. As a newly appointed employee, you are responsible for incurring the cost of your initial DBS check relevant to your post. Applications for Job Share are positively welcomed. Our Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We particularly welcome applications from people with experience of using mental health services. The Trust has the right to expire vacancies prior to the closing date if they so wish. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to undertake this commitment. If you would like to book a Covid vaccination or would like more information, please contact us. Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Come and work at EPUT and make a difference in people’s lives.
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EPUT provides community health, mental health and learning disability services to support more than 3.2 million people living across Bedfordshire, Essex and Suffolk. We are among the largest employers in the East of England region, with more than 10,000 staff working across more than 200 sites. We run the COVID-19 vaccination programme across mid and south Essex and Suffolk and north east Essex. EPUT was formed on 1 April 2017 following the merger of North Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (NEP) and South Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (SEPT). Our vision and values
Our Vision:
“To be the leading health and wellbeing service in the provision of mental health and community care.” Our Purpose:
“We care for people every day. What we do together, matters.” Our Values: We Care We Empower Our strategic objectives: We will deliver safe, high quality integrated care services. We will enable each other to be the best that we can. We will work together with our partners to make our services better. We will help our communities to thrive. Job overview
An exciting opportunity has now arisen to recruit a Deputy Ward Manager to work on our CAMHS General Adolescent Unit at Rochford Hospital. The successful candidate will be a competent practitioner with a proven record of leadership skills as a Band 5 Nurse and able to take responsibility for overseeing assessments of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for clients requiring treatment. Poplar Adolescent Unit is a 14 bed unit for 13-18 year olds admitted for the assessment and treatment of acute mental health difficulties. We are committed to developing CAMHS specialist clinicians, with our staff CAMHS preceptorship programme, and award winning DBT treatment offer. While experience of CAMHS is preferable, we welcome applicants with proven experience of inpatient mental health care at band 5 looking to develop their career in child and adolescent care. Main duties of the job
You will be able to demonstrate: Effective communication, both written and verbally; Compassion, understanding, commitment, enthusiasm, and a high level of motivation. An understanding of the Recovery Model approach, considering the needs of families and carers, and becoming part of an established multidisciplinary team. A high level of knowledge and philosophy of the 6 C’s of care. Active participation in the training and education of learners allocated to the Mental Health Service, encouraging integration between the Ward Team and the Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team. Delivering the highest quality care for patients with acute mental health issues, maintaining EPUT’s excellent customer care. Working for our organisation
EPUT is looking for motivated staff who share our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer a range of benefits and development including: Season Ticket Loans NHS discounts for staff Excellent Training facilities and opportunities Buying and Selling annual leave scheme The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work Day One Flexible Employer The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. You are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
We are looking for people who can bring commitment and fresh ideas, and determination to take forward our service in new and innovative ways; in return we offer training and development of staff, support through regular supervision and appraisal. Responsible for the clinical leadership of a team of nurses in an Acute setting. Responsible for the assessment, implementation, and evaluation of care plans for individual service users. Work as a key worker advising and supporting colleagues as required. Assist the Ward Manager in setting and maintaining high standards of care and evaluating quality outcomes. Participate in a range of assessments provided during a 24 hour period. Take charge of the unit in the absence of the person with continuing responsibility, including the role of bed manager for the unit. Teach and supervise the team, including qualified, non-qualified, and learners. Maintain good standards of communication, both oral and written, in accordance with NMC guidelines. Report to the Team Manager (or nominated deputy) any circumstances that may affect the delivery of care and/or efficient running of the ward. Ensure all staff adhere to Trust Policies and Procedures. Person specification
Qualifications and education
RMN ENB 998 or equivalent Evidence of continued professional development Knowledge
Ability to be a role model of good practice. Proven ability to work under pressure. Knowledge of Mental Health Act & Mental Capacity Act. Research and development skills and relevant qualification. Knowledge of The Children’s Act and Safeguarding Processes. Skills and experience
Significant experience at Band 5 Evidence of post qualifying continued learning Literate in IT/Computer Skills Please note:
staff who are formally at risk within the organisation will be given priority in securing alternative employment. Important Professional References:
Make sure that as a part of your application you have professional references covering your last three year employment history. As a newly appointed employee, you are responsible for incurring the cost of your initial DBS check relevant to your post. Applications for Job Share are positively welcomed. Our Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We particularly welcome applications from people with experience of using mental health services. The Trust has the right to expire vacancies prior to the closing date if they so wish. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to undertake this commitment. If you would like to book a Covid vaccination or would like more information, please contact us. Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Come and work at EPUT and make a difference in people’s lives.
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