Ward Manager
Elysium Healthcare
Horndean, Hampshire
Salary
£50,000
Location
Horndean, Hampshire, East Hampshire, Hampshire; Hampshire; South East England; England
Being a Ward Manager is more than overseeing a team — it's about leading with purpose, setting the tone for compassionate care, nurturing talent, and creating a culture where staff and young people feel supported, safe and able to thrive. If that resonates with you, you're exactly the kind of leader we're looking for. Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position.
Whether you're a senior nurse ready to step into leadership or an experienced Ward Manager seeking a new challenge, this is your opportunity to take ownership of a developing CYPMHS ward and guide a team delivering specialist care to young people aged 12–18 with eating disorders.
Your career with Elysium will be rewarding, meaningful and full of opportunities to grow. You'll develop specialist CYPMHS leadership skills, influence service development, and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable young people in society. This is what delivering great healthcare should feel like.
It's a career that you can take pride in and enjoy. It's what delivering great healthcare should feel like. What you will be doing:
With experience in mental health settings across the NHS or private sector, you'll lead the nursing team to deliver safe, structured and compassionate care within our 12-bed CYPMHS service. You'll champion high standards, support your colleagues, and cultivate a positive, learning-focused environment.
As Ward Manager, you will:
Provide clinical leadership , expertise and direction across the ward Offer guidance, supervision and coaching to build a unified, confident and engaged workforce Ensure high standards of care are maintained and continuously improved within the Clinical Governance framework Lead by example, acting as a role model for safe practice, professionalism and compassionate care Manage ward budgets, staffing and resources effectively Work alongside the Senior Nurse to support the on-call service Hold a key role within the MDT, acting as an expert resource in CMHS nursing Maintain a collaborative, supportive environment where staff can reach their potential and deliver exceptional care Take charge of the ward as the designated clinical leader Your leadership will empower recovery, strengthen team culture and help shape a service where young people feel safe, understood and supported.
Things that you will have: A relevant nursing qualification NMC registration Experience within mental health settings A positive, compassionate and values-led approach A commitment to high-quality, evidence-based care Experience in a similar environment or senior nursing role A proven track record of effective leadership Where you will be working:
Location : Bere Clinic , Hemlock Road, Waterlooville, PO8 8QT
12 bed CYPMHS service to support young people aged 12-18 with eating disorders. With an onsite school providing educational services while the young people are in our care and full multidisciplinary team, it's a great opportunity to be part of something new and help shape its future.
What You'll Get:
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
Annual base salary of £ 52,000
The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
Pension contribution, to help secure your future
Subsidised meals and onsite free parking
About your next employer:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. xkybehq All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
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Whether you're a senior nurse ready to step into leadership or an experienced Ward Manager seeking a new challenge, this is your opportunity to take ownership of a developing CYPMHS ward and guide a team delivering specialist care to young people aged 12–18 with eating disorders.
Your career with Elysium will be rewarding, meaningful and full of opportunities to grow. You'll develop specialist CYPMHS leadership skills, influence service development, and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable young people in society. This is what delivering great healthcare should feel like.
It's a career that you can take pride in and enjoy. It's what delivering great healthcare should feel like. What you will be doing:
With experience in mental health settings across the NHS or private sector, you'll lead the nursing team to deliver safe, structured and compassionate care within our 12-bed CYPMHS service. You'll champion high standards, support your colleagues, and cultivate a positive, learning-focused environment.
As Ward Manager, you will:
Provide clinical leadership , expertise and direction across the ward Offer guidance, supervision and coaching to build a unified, confident and engaged workforce Ensure high standards of care are maintained and continuously improved within the Clinical Governance framework Lead by example, acting as a role model for safe practice, professionalism and compassionate care Manage ward budgets, staffing and resources effectively Work alongside the Senior Nurse to support the on-call service Hold a key role within the MDT, acting as an expert resource in CMHS nursing Maintain a collaborative, supportive environment where staff can reach their potential and deliver exceptional care Take charge of the ward as the designated clinical leader Your leadership will empower recovery, strengthen team culture and help shape a service where young people feel safe, understood and supported.
Things that you will have: A relevant nursing qualification NMC registration Experience within mental health settings A positive, compassionate and values-led approach A commitment to high-quality, evidence-based care Experience in a similar environment or senior nursing role A proven track record of effective leadership Where you will be working:
Location : Bere Clinic , Hemlock Road, Waterlooville, PO8 8QT
12 bed CYPMHS service to support young people aged 12-18 with eating disorders. With an onsite school providing educational services while the young people are in our care and full multidisciplinary team, it's a great opportunity to be part of something new and help shape its future.
What You'll Get:
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
Annual base salary of £ 52,000
The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
Pension contribution, to help secure your future
Subsidised meals and onsite free parking
About your next employer:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. xkybehq All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
# CAMHS