Job summary
- Main area
- Mental Health
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 050-NMR671-1126
- Employer
- Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Mesen Fach, Bryn Y Neuadd Hospital
- Town
- Bangor
- Salary
- £50,129 - £57,365 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 22/11/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Ward Manager - Mesen Fach
Band 7
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent Band 7 Ward Manager on Mesen Fach, who is keen to maximize their management and clinical skills in a complex environment.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Please note: This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received. We recommend submitting your application as early as possible.
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited from persons with a Nursing Degree or RMN with relevant experience and registered with NMC to join a progressive team to provide a high quality service. The post will require you to work in Learning Disabilities inpatient services in Bryn Y Neuadd.
The successful applicants will support the Matron to provide quality care for individuals with associated complex health needs. As a key member of the team you should possess excellent Management, interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), and be able to lead and motivate others. You should also be willing to work flexibly within a team.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
- 1st Level Nurse NMC Registration. Evidence of a Degree level qualification or working towards this within an agreed time frame. Evidence of CPD. Holds or is actively working towards a relevant Post graduate Diploma. Diploma to be completed within an agreed timeframe.
Desirable criteria
- Recognised Management qualification. Evidence of Masters level study
Clinical
Essential criteria
- Broad in depth experience of practice in service areas . Substantial post registration experience. Significant experience of working either within the clinical speciality or a relevant nursing role. Ability to demonstrate application of improvement methodology.
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in other settings.
Personal and People Development
Essential criteria
- Demonstrates enthusiasm towards teaching and sharing knowledge. Up to date in all current issues related to professional nursing practice. Assertive and confident in approach. Excellent role model both in clinical and professional capacity
Health, safety and security
Essential criteria
- Good knowledge of risk and clinical governance
Service Improvement
Essential criteria
- Experience of being involved in service improvement or a project.
Quality
Essential criteria
- Ability to prioritise work effectively
Equality and diversity
Essential criteria
- Ability to identify and take action when own or other’s undermines equality and diversity
Information, collection and analysis
Essential criteria
- Computer literate
Research and Development, Education and Training
Essential criteria
- Good research knowledge
Desirable criteria
- Experience of undertaking audit
Management & Leadership skills
Essential criteria
- Excellent time management skills. Experience of people management skills. Ability to prioritise. Have the ability to know when, and with whom, to escalate and brief on critical issues. Excellent inter-personal and communication skills with good listening skills. Evidence of resilient personality. Flexible approach to work and reliable.
Desirable criteria
- Human Resource Management. Financial management.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Tracey Clement
- Job title
- Modern Matron
- Email address
- [email protected]
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