Job summaryThis current vacancy is for 2 Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager posts for Prospect Unit (male acute- AOWA) and 1 Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager for Priestners Unit (PICU).
Atherleigh Park Hospital comprises of:
- 2 Adults of Working age male acute wards, 1 Adults of working age female acute ward, 1 female Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), 1 mixed sex older adult ward.
- An assessment suite (specifically for people needing a place of safety and assessment under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act).
- A variety of internal activity areas, specifically designed to aid recovery.
This post places particular emphasis on patient centered care and therapeutic engagement, least restrictive practice ensuring all aspects of direct patient care are delivered at the highest quality. A key element of this post will be to support and provide sound clinical interventions to service users and clinical leadership on a day-to-day, shift-to-shift basis for a group of staff on a designated clinical area. The post holder will work in collaboration with the Ward Manager to develop and transform the nursing care provision, ensuring that it supports and reflects service user mental health and physical needs, is culturally appropriate, and compliant with professional guidance.
Main duties of the jobDeputy Ward Managers at Atherleigh Park are active members of the ward leadership team, responsible for supporting the Ward Manager in the operational and clinical leadership of the Ward.
As a Deputy Ward Manager, your responsibilities w
ill be;
- Up hold the values of the ward promoting openness, transparency and learning
- Supervision of junior staff
- Enthusiastic mentor to new staff, newly qualified nurses and junior staff
- Oversee certain areas of clinical expertise such as medication management and physical health provision on the ward
- Support the Ward Manager with HR tasks such as return to works and sickness monitoring
- Accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Manage shifts as a nurse in charge
- Conducting thorough assessments of risks and risk management plans to support incidents on the ward.
We are looking for an individual who is resilient, driven and passionate to provide high quality nursing care to our patients, whist supporting the leadership within Atherleigh Park.
About usGreater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
DetailsDate posted11 August 2026
Pay schemeAgenda for change
BandBand 6
Salary£39,959 to £48,117 a year
PA
ContractPermanent
Working patternFull-time
Reference number437-8179329
Job locationsAtherleigh Park Hospital
Atherleigh Way
Leigh
WN7 1YN
United Kingdom
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesSee attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilitiesSee attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person SpecificationEssentialEssential- RMN Professional Qualification
- Preparation for Mentorship or willingness to work towards
- Proven experience at Band 5 (or equivalent) within the same specialty with evidence of ongoing development or evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Substantial post-qualification experience of working with people with severe and enduring mental illness
- Evidence of applied understanding of the needs of clients and complex presentations in Mental Health in-patient care (within specific speciality)
- Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of clinical risk assessment
- Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of NMC Standards and Code of Conduct
- Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of change management processes in the leadership and support of large groups of staff
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of best clinical practices relevant to the area
- Knowledge of the role and function of other organisations who provide services to clients with mental health problems
- Ability to demonstrate sound clinical leadership skills in a large multi-disciplinary team
- Be able to implement the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy into work settings
- Ability to translate clinical risk into care plans
- Demonstrable evidence of excellent written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to present ideas with clarity and in a persuasive and influential style
- Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively with other agencies at a variety of levels
- Demonstrable ability to provide situational management to staff and deal with conflict
- Evidence of ability to provide focused support to staff
- Demonstrably ability to maintain morale and leadership in an uncertain and changing environment
- Reliable, and committed to developing client care and nursing
- Full commitment to equal opportunities
- Demonstrable evidence of flexible approach, able to recognise signs of stress in self and others and take appropriate action
- Ability to effectively manage applied clinical work and the development of nursing practice
- Ability to gain the trust, confidence and respect of clients, carers, and staff of a variety of levels and disciplines
- To participate in the development of a culture which actively promotes the involvement of service users and carers
Desirable- Post registration clinical qualification in Mental Health eg. Acute Care, Post Registration Specialist training in
- Professional development in Clinical Leadership
- CFT Interventions Clinical Supervision training
- personal development related to clinical area/care group
- Experience of managing staff and other professionals
EssentialEssential- RMN Professional Qualification
Person Specification
EssentialEssential- RMN Professional Qualification
- Preparation for Mentorship or willingness to work towards
- Proven experience at Band 5 (or equivalent) within the same specialty with evidence of ongoing development or evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Substantial post-qualification experience of working with people with severe and enduring mental illness
- Evidence of applied understanding of the needs of clients and complex presentations in Mental Health in-patient care (within specific speciality)
- Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of clinical risk assessment
- Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of NMC Standards and Code of Conduct
- Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of change management processes in the leadership and support of large groups of staff
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of best clinical practices relevant to the area
- Knowledge of the role and function of other organisations who provide services to clients with mental health problems
- Ability to demonstrate sound clinical leadership skills in a large multi-disciplinary team
- Be able to implement the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy into work settings
- Ability to translate clinical risk into care plans
- Demonstrable evidence of excellent written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to present ideas with clarity and in a persuasive and influential style
- Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively with other agencies at a variety of levels
- Demonstrable ability to provide situational management to staff and deal with conflict
- Evidence of ability to provide focused support to staff
- Demonstrably ability to maintain morale and leadership in an uncertain and changing environment
- Reliable, and committed to developing client care and nursing
- Full commitment to equal opportunities
- Demonstrable evidence of flexible approach, able to recognise signs of stress in self and others and take appropriate action
- Ability to effectively manage applied clinical work and the development of nursing practice
- Ability to gain the trust, confidence and respect of clients, carers, and staff of a variety of levels and disciplines
- To participate in the development of a culture which actively promotes the involvement of service users and carers
Desirable- Post registration clinical qualification in Mental Health eg. Acute Care, Post Registration Specialist training in
- Professional development in Clinical Leadership
- CFT Interventions Clinical Supervision training
- personal development related to clinical area/care group
- Experience of managing staff and other professionals
EssentialEssential- RMN Professional Qualification
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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer nameGreater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
AddressAtherleigh Park Hospital
Atherleigh Way
Leigh
WN7 1YN
United Kingdom
Employer's websitehttps://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer detailsEmployer nameGreater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
AddressAtherleigh Park Hospital
Atherleigh Way
Leigh
WN7 1YN
United Kingdom
Employer's websitehttps://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Ward Manager
Nicola Ross
nicola.ross@gmmh.nhs.uk
01942631729
DetailsDate posted11 August 2026
Pay schemeAgenda for change
BandBand 6
Salary£39,959 to £48,117 a year
PA
ContractPermanent
Working patternFull-time
Reference number437-8179329
Job locationsAtherleigh Park Hospital
Atherleigh Way
Leigh
WN7 1YN
United Kingdom
Supporting documentsPrivacy noticeGreater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
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.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
