Visa Note
Even though this employer offers a certificate of sponsorship, all international applicants must verify their eligibility for UK work authorization directly with the employer before applying. The certificate of sponsorship confirms the employer’s willingness to sponsor a skilled worker, but applicants must meet all UK visa requirements.
Job Overview
Powys Teaching Health Board is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Deputy Ward Manager/Nurse Assessor to join their adult mental health team at Felindre Unit, Bronllys Community Hospital. This exciting development opportunity is ideal for a practitioner with excellent communication skills who wishes to develop and consolidate their experience in a supportive environment.
About the Role
The successful candidate will work as a senior member of the Inpatient Mental Health Team, responsible for care coordination and assessment of health and social needs for service users experiencing severe mental health difficulties. You will work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary services including nurses, occupational therapists, psychologists, and medical staff.
Key Responsibilities
As a Deputy Ward Manager/Nurse Assessor, you will be responsible for completing CTP assessments for patients requiring out-of-hours assessment, including risk assessments and care planning. The role involves supervising junior staff, completing staff appraisals, acting as a preceptor and mentor, and assuming line management responsibilities in the absence of the ward manager.
About Powys Teaching Health Board
As the smallest Health Board in Wales, Powys Teaching Health Board values every team member’s contribution to their diverse portfolio of community-based services. The employer actively supports professional development through well-established appraisal and supervision structures, with strong links to local universities providing practice placements for student nurses.
Working Environment
Powys offers an exceptional quality of life situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain. The employer recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance and prioritizes staff well-being. This is an opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying the natural beauty and welcoming communities of rural Wales.
Salary and Benefits
This permanent position is offered at Band 6 on the Agenda for Change pay scale, with a salary ranging from £39,263 to £47,280 per annum (pro rata for part-time). The role is available on a full-time, part-time, or flexible working pattern basis, allowing candidates to find a work arrangement that suits their lifestyle.
Essential Qualifications
Applicants must be a Registered Mental Health Nurse with a degree level qualification or working towards one. The role requires knowledge and experience of WARRN risk assessing and assessments. Nurse prescribing qualification or willingness to complete this training is also essential, along with training in CBT in Psychosis/DBT.
Desirable Qualifications
While not essential, having ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) qualification and experience in group work and personal reviewing would be advantageous. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post, though English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Essential Experience
Candidates must have significant experience at Band 5 level, with evidence of supervising and developing junior staff, as well as team leadership experience. The role requires evidence of leading change or new initiatives, clinical supervision experience, evidence of clinical audits, and experience in CTP/risk assessment/formulation/planning and implementing assessments.
Knowledge Requirements
The successful candidate will need effective skills and knowledge of psychosocial interventions including CBT, principles of recovery within a mental health setting, and knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983. You should demonstrate evidence of continuous professional development and understand clinical governance principles.
Personal Attributes
We are looking for candidates with excellent organisational skills who demonstrate energy, enthusiasm, and resilience. You should be flexible in your approach to work, able to travel, and possess strong verbal communication skills to interact effectively with service users, managers, and multi-disciplinary team members.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Powys Teaching Health Board offers a certificate of sponsorship for international candidates who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK. This sponsorship is subject to meeting all UK visa requirements and immigration rules.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration Requirements
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information regarding professional registration requirements for overseas health professionals, please visit the NHS Careers website.
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is 27 November 2025. Early applications are encouraged as the selection process may commence before this date.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, please contact Claire Pritchard, Team lead, via email at [email protected] or by phone at 01874 712478. All inquiries regarding visa eligibility and the certificate of sponsorship should be directed to this contact.
Supporting Documents
Complete applications should include a full Job Description and Person Specification, which can be downloaded from the NHS Jobs website. Additionally, the Occupational Health Functional Requirements Form must be completed as part of the application process.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and search for reference number 070-NMR090-0625-B. International applicants should follow these steps:
- Verify your eligibility for a UK Skilled Worker visa
- Prepare your professional registration documentation
- Obtain criminal record certificates from all countries where you have resided for 12 months or more in the past 10 years
- Contact Claire Pritchard to discuss sponsorship before submitting your application
- Ensure all supporting documents are included with your application
Privacy Notice
Powys Teaching Health Board handles all applicant data in accordance with GDPR regulations. For detailed information on how your data will be used, please refer to the Powys Teaching Health Board’s privacy notice available on their website.
Further Information
For more information about working in the NHS and relocating to Wales, please visit the employer’s website at https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. Here you will find information about benefits, staff experiences, and what the beautiful county of Powys has to offer.
