JOB OVERVIEW

An exciting opportunity has become available on Cove Ward within Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for a new Ward Manager.
We are inspired by some of the best practice and emerging evidence base from around the country and are not afraid to trial new and original thinking for the benefit of our service users. We are looking for caring and creative individuals that are motivated by the opportunities and challenges of developing what we hope will be a gold standard unit.
If you are looking to work somewhere that is unconditionally respectful to service users and their families, that value their staff as individuals and continuously strives to be the best unit it can be then we could be the team for you.
The post holder will need to provide leadership, mentoring and to act as a positive role model for the wider team. in a manner that positively reflects the ethos of the service and The Trust.

MAIN DUTIES OF THE JOB

The ward manager post requires an enthusiastic and motivated individual, who is able to demonstrate the skills necessary to lead a team both clinically and operationally within a mental health inpatient setting. Our emphasis is on providing a therapeutic environment, offering a holistic approach to treatment in a safe and supportive environment which promotes the principles of reablement and recovery. The team operates a Multi-disciplinary team approach to ensure best practise and high quality care. The team also works with various professionals, carers and community staff to ensure effective delivery of care and a planned, safe and timely discharge.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION AND MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see ‘supporting documents’.