Senior Mental Health Nurse

NHS

  • Nottingham
  • £38,682-46,580 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Make a Difference Where It Matters MostAre you a passionate and experienced mental health professional ready to take on a rewarding challenge? JoinTeam NHFTas aSenior Mental Health Nurseand help deliver high-quality, compassionate care to individuals within a secure environment.AtNorthamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT), we're proud to be ratedOutstandingby the CQC. We're committed to innovation, inclusivity, and making a real difference in the lives of our patients and staff.Main duties of the jobAbout the RoleBased atHMP Lowdham Grange, a Category B men's prison, you'll be a core member of a dynamic mental health team delivering a comprehensive service that spans both primary and secondary care.You'll:
  • Provide safe, effective, and person-centred mental health care
  • Support the Matron for Mental Health in service development
  • Act as a role model for dignity, respect, and compassion
  • Work collaboratively with prison staff and external agencies
  • Hold a caseload and contribute to triage, care planning, and risk management
About usNHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools.We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.NHFT promotes a culture of learning to improve the care and safety of our patients and staff, which focuses on people who enable our Trust to be 'outstanding' by supporting opportunity, innovation, development and growth.Why Choose NHFT?
  • Annual Leave:27 days + 8 bank holidays (rising with service)
  • NHS Pension Scheme
  • Health & Wellbeing Support
  • Learning & Development Opportunities
  • Inclusive and supportive team culture
Ready to Join Us?If you're ready to lead with compassion and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.?Apply today and be part of something extraordinary.Learn more about us atwww.nhft.nhs.ukor bit.ly/24hoursinNHFTDetailsDate posted27 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£38,682 to £46,580 a year pa pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number270-TG172-HMPLGJob locationsHMP Lowdham GrangeNottinghamNG14 7DAJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • oRegistered Mental Health Nurse with a degree or diploma
Desirable
  • oMentorship qualification and leadership training
KnowledgeEssential
  • oStrong understanding of the Mental Health Act and complex needs
Desirable
  • oKnowledge of the Criminal Justice System and CPA
ExperienceEssential
  • oExperience in risk assessment and caseload management
Desirable
  • oExperience in substance misuse, dual diagnosis, or trauma-informed care
SkillsEssential
  • oExcellent communication, leadership, and time management skills
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • oRegistered Mental Health Nurse with a degree or diploma
Desirable
  • oMentorship qualification and leadership training
KnowledgeEssential
  • oStrong understanding of the Mental Health Act and complex needs
Desirable
  • oKnowledge of the Criminal Justice System and CPA
ExperienceEssential
  • oExperience in risk assessment and caseload management
Desirable
  • oExperience in substance misuse, dual diagnosis, or trauma-informed care
SkillsEssential
  • oExcellent communication, leadership, and time management skills

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