Ward Manager - York

Brainkind Neurological Centre York; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable neurological care provider is seeking a Ward Manager in York to provide leadership and ensure high standards of care for individuals with brain injuries. The ideal candidate will have a relevant nursing qualification and proven experience in managing a ward effectively. The role offers a competitive salary up to £52,591 per annum and a supportive culture prioritizing staff wellbeing and professional development. Benefits include annual leave, pension scheme, and more.

Benefits

38 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension scheme

Long service awards

Simply Health insurance cash plan

Qualifications

• Experience managing a ward or large staff team.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Proven experience managing complex care services.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational leadership.
• Ensure high standards of care are maintained.
• Manage staff training and development.

Skills

Experience with Mental Health Act

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

RMN/RNLD nursing qualification

Mentorship in Practice qualification

Job description

Job Description

Posted Monday 15 December 2025 at 01:00

Join Brainkind as Ward Manager

Salary: Up to £52,591 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: York

Hours: 35 hours per week worked on a Rota Basis

Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more – to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly enthusiastic about the jobs they do – you will find a dedicated team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.

Located in York, the centre can accommodate up to 40 people over two floors and has stunning views of the Knavesmire area. Brainkind Neurological Centre York is an innovative, purpose‑built independent hospital providing specialist neurobehavioural assessment and post‑acute rehabilitation for people with a non‑progressive acquired brain injury.

What You will Be Doing:

• To provide the clinical and operational leadership daily ensuring that exceptional standards of care are adhered to all times.
• To provide clinical leadership by acting as a positive role model, who practices evidence‑based care, to ensure high standards of clinical care as well as ensuring that the people we support achieve their goals.
• Ensure effective admission/discharge planning with People We Support care team.
• Establish systems and processes to ensure effective communication and continuity of People We Support care liaising with inter‑disciplinary teams.
• Empower and enable staff to contribute to the delivery of high‑quality person‑centred care.
• Promote and facilitate a learning culture within the ward and a culture of reflective practice for all staff.
• Establish highest care standards to meet or exceed current standards as well as ensuring that risk management strategies are in place.
• Responsible for ensuring that all staff recognise the potential for or signs of People We Support harm, abuse, and neglect, including poor clinical practice, report all such occurrences and take all responsible steps to protect the People We Support. Responsible for ensuring that all staff identify and report concerns regarding safeguarding of all those who may be at risk.
• Take an effective role in staff management, including recruitment and retention, ensuring all staff receive the necessary training and professional development they require as well as managing rostering, holiday and sickness ensuring that the unit is always appropriately staffed.

About You:

• Demonstrate experience and good knowledge of experience of working within the Mental Health Act
• An RMN/RNLD nursing qualification.
• Experience of managing a ward or large staff team effectively to meet the needs of the post fully
• The experience and ability to lead, manage and inspire a team.
• Proven experience of managing complex and diverse care/rehabilitation services.
• Mentorship in Practice (MIP) qualification or a willingness to undertake.
• Ability to communicate at all levels, both written and oral and using a variety of media

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary Up to £52,591 per annum
• 38 days annual leave (including bank holidays) pro rata.
• Option to buy/sell up to 5 days leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Group life assurance, eye care vouchers, and free parking.
• Company pension scheme
• Long service and staff awards
• Simply Health insurance cash plan
• A supportive, inclusive culture that prioritises wellbeing and career development.

Brainkind are a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It is a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.

Ready to lead change and make a difference?

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We are interviewing on a rolling basis, so apply early to avoid missing out!

The successful candidate will undergo compliance checks including references and DBS/PVG.

We also put a big focus on employee wellbeing and support. It matters to us that you feel at your best. Career development is a priority. We will ensure you get the training and learning opportunities you need to achieve your goals.