Community Mental Health Nurse / NMP/ Social Worker
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Oswestry, SY11 2NQ
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
1 September 2026
1 days left
Job description
Are you a Mental Health Practitioner who wants to make a difference to adults living with a mental illness in Shropshire? We are seeking a compassiona...
- Take responsibility for the management of a complex caseload, which includes, specialist assessment, care planning in conjunction with service user and carer, evaluation of individual treatment plans
- Responsible for participating in the setting of quality standards, including the auditing, monitoring and reviewing of practice in line with current clinical guidance practice and policy.
- Administer medication (Nurses only), complying with relevant Trust procedures and NMC Guidance
- Assess patient's individual care needs, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care.
- Deliver a range of interventions in accordance with the agreed plan of care and pathway guidance including; pharmacological and psychologically informed interventions.
- Complete and contribute, where appropriate to robust risk assessments and risk management plans. Deliver and promote positive risk taking, where appropriate, to improve quality of life and maximise occupational performance/independence.
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Skills
Essential
- Skills of assessing, planning and evaluating care, for people with mental health and dementia related difficulties, utilising the principles of Recovery
- Knowledge of the physical health needs and monitoring requirements for older people receiving community mental health and/or dementia services
- Knowledge of Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse on NMC Register.
- Post-registration experience, evidence of formal courses and training at diploma/degree level.
- Registered Mentor
Desirable
- Qualification in psychological interventions such as DBT, SCM, CBT, EMDR, MBT, relevant to a client group with complex mental health needs
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of extensive post registration experience with working with adults experiencing functional mental health illnesses
- Experience of working with people who have difficulty in engaging with services and have complex co-morbidity needs
- Experience of working in community setting and making decisions autonomously
- Experience of integrating care delivery across multi-disciplinary /multi agency teams
- Experience of leading/contributing to care planning processes
Desirable
- Qualified as NMP or extensive social work experience working with client group (AMHP)
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
21 August 2026
Last checked
25 August 2026
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