Job summary
The post holder will be a Ward Manager based within the Linden Centre on Finchingfield Ward.

Finchingfield Ward is an 18-bed male acute mental health treatment ward which provides psychiatric assessment, inpatient care, and treatment for men experiencing acute mental health difficulties

Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for overseeing the assessments of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for service users with mental health needs. The post holder works under the overall management supervision of the Clinical Manager/Matron and is required to undertake the duties of the post autonomously, but with support. Active participation will be required in the training and education of learners allocated to the ward, and will also encourage integration between the ward teams and the community services.

To carry out any other duties commensurate with the duties of this post. This is an outline job description and may be subject to change according to the needs of the service, in consultation with the post holder.

About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you 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. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment

Join our Staff bank

What is Staff Bank?

Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.

All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.

If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.

Details
Date posted
17 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year
per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
364-B-366
Job locations
Linden Centre
Chelmsford
Chelmsford
CM1 7LF
United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities

• 01. In liaison with the Clinical Manager/Matron, Service Manager, Associate Director and Director to set objectives for the delivery of care within the area and to devise ways of implementing and monitoring these.
• 02. To work closely with the Executive Nurse in developing nursing practice across inpatient wards.
• 03. To have knowledge/understanding of the legislation likely to be encountered as part of the role e.g. Mental Health Act 1983, as amended in 2007, Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, Access to Information Act 1986, Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
• 04. To ensure full compliance with standards laid out in the Trusts CPA Policy & Procedure.
• 05. In coordination with the Clinical Manager/Matron, Service Manager and Director, report and investigate incidents, complaints, accidents and ensure all appropriate documentation is completed and submitted as soon as possible after the incident.
• 06. Participate in and evaluate audit and research within the unit.
• 07. To lead on infection control within the ward and ensure all Trust policies are adhered to.
• 08. Inform the Clinical Manager/Matron, Service Manager and Director on all breaches of nursing professional conduct as required by the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
• 09. To liaise with Human Resources and follow the appropriate Policies and Procedures to manage staff concerns.
• 10. Joint oversight and management with the neighbouring Ward Manager of the Health Based Place of Safety with Clinical Manager/Matrons support.
• 11. To be responsible for updating own knowledge of contemporary mental health services and a commitment to continuing ones own personal career development in line with Trusts Appraisal and Development Policy.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registered RMN
• Experience as deputy Ward Manager or equivalent
• Evidence of personal and professional development

Desirable

• Educated to Degree level in health
• Additional Professional Qualification

Leading and Managing
Essential

• Ability to set clear objectives and targets and motivate staff to achieve them
• Ability to seek ways of improving individuals performance but training, coaching and development
• Develop team spirit and inclusivity

Desirable

• Evidence of personal leadership development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Linden Centre
Chelmsford
Chelmsford
CM1 7LF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Service Manager
Chloe Cawston
chloe.cawston@nhs.net
01245315802

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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).