Ward Manager Mental Health Near Chelmsford £43,014 - £46,314 Full-Time 37.5 hours per week Are you an experienced Mental Health Nurse ( RMN ) looking for a leadership role in a supportive and well-established mental health service? This position offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated nursing team, delivering high-quality care in an acute mental health setting. With a collaborative and friendly team, this role is ideal for a Ward Manager ( Mental Health Nurse / RMN ) who thrives in a structured and therapeutic environment, ensuring the best possible outcomes for service users. Ward Manager Role Overview: Provide clinical leadership and management, overseeing nursing staff and ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Act as a role model and mentor, offering guidance to junior staff and fellow Mental Health Nurses ( RMN ). Work within a Multi-Disciplinary Team, promoting strong collaboration in care planning and service delivery. Engage in continuous professional development, including supervision and appraisal processes. Support recruitment and retention, building a skilled and dedicated nursing workforce. Skills and Qualifications Required: Extensive clinical knowledge with experience in care planning, risk assessments, and report writing. Strong understanding of Mental Health Act legislation and statutory care requirements. Proven ability to manage shifts, coordinate staffing, and oversee ward operations. Commitment to mentoring junior Mental Health Nurses ( ..... full job details .....