PERMANENT Ward Manager in CAMHS
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Chelmsford, UK |
| Area | Essex, England |
| Sector | Mental Health - Mental Health Nursing |
| Salary | £45,000 per annum |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Mental Health |
| Telephone | 01992 245330 |
| Job Ref | PERMENANENT JOB 11 |
| Job Views | 1 |
- Description
???? Ward Manager – CAMHS
Location: Chelmsford Area
Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: £47,300 – £53,700 per annum
Department: Nursing
Workplace Type: OnsiteStaff Partners Mental Health is currently recruiting for a Ward Manager – CAMHS on behalf of a private hospital in the Chelmsford area. This is an exciting opportunity to lead an established CAMHS ward supporting young people aged 13–18 within a specialist inpatient setting.
About the Role
As Ward Manager, you will provide strong clinical and operational leadership to the nursing team, ensuring high standards of patient-centred care are delivered at all times. You will oversee the effective day-to-day management of the ward, ensuring safe staffing levels, compliance, and the ongoing development of your team.
This role is ideal for a confident and compassionate leader who is passionate about supporting young people with complex mental health needs.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the ward, ensuring effective use of resources
Maintain safe staffing levels, skill mix, rota management, and e-rostering standards
Oversee annual leave planning and training arrangements
Ensure delivery of high-quality, person-centred care
Provide clinical supervision, appraisals, and support CPD for nursing staff
Ensure completion of mandatory training
Address development needs and manage performance issues
Contribute to clinical audit, quality improvement, and service development initiatives
What We’re Looking For
Registered Nurse with active NMC registration
Minimum 2 years’ supervisory/leadership experience in a relevant care setting
Experience within CAMHS or acute mental health services
Trained Assessor/Supervisor
Strong organisational and leadership skills
Experience managing rotas and staffing
Knowledge of clinical audit and service improvement
Resilient, empathetic, and committed to high-quality care
Computer literate and committed to ongoing professional development
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary (£47,300 – £53,700)
Free on-site parking
Birthday leave (additional day off)
Enhanced maternity pay
Contributory pension scheme
Flexible benefits package (including gym membership, healthcare cash plan, and technology schemes)
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Leadership & management development programmes
Sponsorship for professional qualifications
Long service awards
If you are an experienced mental health nurse ready to step into a rewarding leadership role within CAMHS, we would love to hear from you.
???? Call: 01992 245330
???? Email: chelsea.eden@staffpartners.co.ukStaff Partners Mental Health – Connecting exceptional professionals with outstanding mental health services.
