Ward Manager Acute Inpatient Mental Health

*Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced senior Mental Health Nurses to lead the team on the 17 bedded Acute Inpatient Unit within the major health facility on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands.*

The Role
The Unit is the only Acute Inpatient facility on the island offering admission to individuals aged 18 upwards experiencing functional mental disorder whose clinical presentation warrants a period of inpatient care.
The Unit aims to; provide care in the least restrictive environment, reduce patients vulnerability to crisis and maximise their resilience and minimise the length of hospital admission by facilitating early discharge with active involvement in discharge planning.

What You’ll Need
*•Registered Mental Health Nurse with valid NMC Registration.*
*•A minimum of five years UK post-graduate UK-based Acute Inpatient Mental Health experience, with at least two years at Band 6/Deputy Ward Manager level, or higher.*
*•Completion of a mentorship qualification.*
*•In possession of, or working towards a recognised post-graduate Management qualification.*

*• Higher-than-UK salary + £1,605 annual bonus*
*• 36–42 days annual leave (NHS service recognised)*
*• 20% flat tax, no council tax or VAT*
*• Up to £5,000 relocation package with private rental allowance, or Staff Accommodation*
*• Supportive, person-centred working environment*
*• Safe, friendly island with beautiful beaches and excellent quality of life*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £34,631.23-£51,907.28 per year

Application question(s):
* Are you a Registered Mental Health Nurse with valid NMC Registration?
* Do you have a minimum of five years UK post-graduate UK-based Acute Inpatient Mental Health experience?
* Do you have at least two years at Band 6/Deputy Ward Manager level, or higher?
* Would you be relocating to Guernsey alone, or with a partner and/or family? (please specify)
* If not a UK or Irish citizen or UK permanent resident, please confirm your current UK right-to-work status (the type of visa you hold)

Work Location: In person