Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Ward Manager to work as part of our dedicated team within the Inpatient Forensic Team based at Langdon, in Dawlish.
The role is dynamic and challenging and we are looking for someone who is highly motivated, innovative and enthusiastic who can demonstrate an eagerness for the on-going development of the service.
You would be joining us at an exciting time as our service continues to develop.
You will need excellent communication and leadership skills to ensure collaborative work with service users, utilising the wellbeing and recovery model, to provide the highest quality of care.
This role will require the post-holder to provide strong, practical and clinical leadership with the highest regard to valuing and supporting your team.
You will have the confidence and skills to support your team to respond to both the physical and mental well-being needs of your patients in partnership with a multi-disciplinary team and be a strong advocate for your patients.
Successful candidates will need to demonstrate a sound experience of risk assessment and management and will be committed to the principles of service user and carer involvement; as well as showing expertise in budgetary management and being able to understand and meet performance criteria.
Main duties of the jobYou will be an RMN, RGN, OT or Social Worker with post registration experience, including significant experience in a Band 6 position. In return we offer a highly supportive and cohesive multi-disciplinary team with a range of opportunities to further develop your abilities and career.
You will have experience of working in a team. The role involves communication, so we expect that you have excellent verbal and written skills.
Interacting with patients and the public you will be confident in giving non-clinical information and advice that improves their experience. Dealing with sensitive information daily, you will understand the importance of data security.
You will often work under pressure and without direct supervision, so we are looking for someone confident and capable. You will prioritise tasks, and manage your own workload, providing support for your colleagues where required.
You will become an important part of the team, working to ensure that every patient receives high quality care. You may be required to support the induction of new staff member, demonstrating activities to them and providing supervision to support administrators.
About usAbout Devon Partnership TrustWe provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our valuesWe not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
DetailsDate posted: 27 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: C9369-26-0652
Job locations: Langdon Hospital, Exeter Road, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 0NR, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information regarding this role.
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential- Experience of monitoring staff performance Managerial experience. Several years proven experience at a middle managerial post in a mental health setting Experience of working within a forensic setting
- Experience of working with criminal justice agencies Proven experience in Medicines Management
Knowledge and SkillsEssential- Knowledge of mental health issues
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Knowledge of the Code of Practice,
- Knowledge of the CPA process Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act
- Knowledge of government guidance/issues surrounding standards of care and audit requirements Understanding of recovery principles in Mental Health
QualificationsEssential- Post Registration Qualification and experience in a health or social care subject. (e.g. RMN, RGN, Social Work, OT, Psychology) Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Recognised management training and qualification or willingness to work toward it
Knowledge and SkillsEssential- Knowledge of mental health issues
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Knowledge of the Code of Practice,
- Knowledge of the CPA process Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act
- Knowledge of government guidance/issues surrounding standards of care and audit requirements Understanding of recovery principles in Mental Health
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address: Langdon Hospital, Exeter Road, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 0NR, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Cofton Ward Manager, Hannah Waller, hannah.waller@nhs.net
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
