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We're recruiting for a Ward Manager to join our team at Lambourn House in Littlemore, Oxford. You'll be working at our pre-discharge unit (one of very few nationwide) which provides a unique mixed gender service in the forensic directorate with a total of 15 beds including 4 female patients. This role would be suited to a creative, forward thinking, enthusiastic, contemporary and compassionate leader wishing to manage a unique service within forensic mental health. The unit is currently reviewing its function to enhance the recovery orientated model of care and extensive outreach into community resources, so we're looking for you to join us as a dynamic leader who is passionate about transforming services to improve the quality of the care we provide. You'll be responsible for the effective operational management, organisation and delivery of high-quality nursing care and clinical leadership within the unit. You'll work closely withHead of Service, Service Manager, other Clinical Nurse Leads and our Modern Matron, contributing to the development of the pre-discharge provision across the Forensic Mental Health Pathway. If this sounds like your area of expertise and you're ready for the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you!,

• Responsible for the effective operational management, organisation and delivery of high-quality nursing care and clinical leadership within a Pre-Discharge unit of the forensic service.
• In conjunction with Head of Service, Service Manager and other Clinical Nurse Leads and Modern Matron, the post holder is expected to contribute to the development of the pre-discharge provision across the Forensic Mental Health Pathway.
• Provide, maintain and develop nursing care to the optimum standard possible within the resources provided.
• Act as the clinical leader, providing role modelling, facilitation and education to the nursing team.
• Participate in the forensic senior on-call rota providing clinical support, advice and practical involvement as required to ensure the safe provision of the clinical services.
• Support the provision of 24-hour full and accountable managerial responsibility for the ward.
• Responsible for determining and managing the administrative needs of the ward
Please note if you are based outside of the UK you will need to be fully qualified, have already passed your OSCE and have an NMC pin number or HCPC registration in order to be considered for this role.

Are you an experienced Mental Health Care Professional with HCPC / NMC / Social Work England registration looking for a new challenge?

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria. As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team