Ward Manager

Join Our Team as a Ward Manager in Mental Health Nursing!

Location: Priory Hospital Glasgow / Eating Disorder Unit

Salary: Up to £50,329 depending on experience

Hours: Full Time / 37.5 Hours

About Us

At Priory Hospital Glasgow, we are dedicated to providing exceptional inpatient treatment for mental health conditions and addictions. Our services include support for depression, alcohol and drug rehabilitation, and private autism assessments for adults. Conveniently located with easy access to public transport and motorway links, we are committed to making a positive impact on our patients' lives.

Your Role

As a Ward Manager, you will be an integral part of a compassionate team focused on enhancing the wellbeing of our patients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing clinical leadership and overseeing the daily operations of our Eating Disorder Unit.
• Leading and supporting the nursing team to ensure high standards of patient care.
• Managing staffing, compliance, and fostering a positive, safe environment for both patients and colleagues.
• Embodying our leadership behaviours that drive a high-performing culture and exceptional care outcomes.

What You’ll Bring

We are looking for someone who is:

• An experienced Mental Health Nurse with at least two years of leadership experience.
• Skilled in supervising nursing or care staff.
• Committed to continuing professional development (CPD).
• A trained Assessor/Supervisor (or willing to achieve this).
• Computer literate and eager to undertake further training in clinical, leadership, and management.
• Adept at managing multiple priorities in a clinical environment.

What We Offer You

At Priory, we want you to thrive in your role! Here’s what you can expect:

• Regular career conversations and support for your professional growth.
• Full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions.
• Free on-site parking.
• Enhanced maternity pay.
• Birthday Holiday – enjoy an extra day off on your birthday!
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Flexible benefits, including reduced rates for gym memberships, IT technology, and private healthcare.
• Access to development opportunities and sponsorship for professional qualifications.
• Leadership and management development programs.
• Long service awards and refer-a-friend bonuses.

About Priory

Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With a dedicated team of 12,000 colleagues across 270 services, we support over 24,000 individuals each year, helping them live fulfilling and independent lives. We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, while also providing care for autistic adults and those with learning disabilities.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We encourage you to learn more about the accessibility support we offer.

Note: All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.