An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Ward Manager to work in an exceptional mental health service based in the Reading, Berkshire area. You will be working for one of UKs leading health care providers This mental health service is a 24 hour specialist care and support service for people with severe and enduring mental health needs **To be considered for this position, you must be qualified as a Nurse (either RMN or RNLD) and hold a valid NMC Pin** As the Ward Manager your key responsibilities include: * You will design and deliver training and supervisions within a clinical environment using core skills in facilitation, negotiation, conflict resolution, teaching and delegation * Be responsible for overseeing ward budgets, clinical and nursing audits, the on:call service and will ensure procedures are being adhered to as you support people to build a brighter future * Supporting the implementation of local Clinical Governance Strategy * Satisfactory fulfilment of core competencies * Manage the achievements and maintenance of the Care Standards Act The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role: * Working in a similar environment * Experience as a senior Nurse * Relevant sufficient post:registration experience * Able to show a can:do attitude always * The ability to assess and teach junior staff * The drive to learn and develop The successful Ward Manager will receive an excellent salary of GBP45,000 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 37.5 hours a week working through day shifts from Monday to Friday. You may be required to work occasional weekend and/or nights. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits: * The equivalent of 33 days annual leave : plus your birthday off * Free meals and parking * Wellbeing support and activities * Career development and training * Pension contribution * Life Assurance * Enhanced Maternity Package * Flexible working opportunities Reference ID: 4733 for this fantastic job role, please call on 638 or send your CV