Registered Mental Health Nurse - Henneage Ward
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Colchester, CO4 5JLView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
23 October 2026
4 days leftJob description
An exciting opportunity has now arisen and we are in the position to recruit a Band 5 Staff Nurse to be part of dynamic, multi-disciplinary team worki...
The post holder will work under the overall supervision of a Band 6 or 7 Supervisor; however, the post holder will be required to work without direct supervision. In addition, following a period of Preceptorship and agreement with the Ward Manager, the post holder will at times take the lead of junior staff, and will be designated to take charge of the ward on a regular basis.
Assessments, Implementation and evaluation of inpatient treatment plans
Accurate and timely risk assessments
Supervision of junior staff
Providing training for qualified and unqualified staff, including basic and post basic students
All of the above will be an integral part of the role.
Patients, relatives, carers and colleagues will find the post holder professional, approachable, helpful, flexible and co-operative. Upholding the ethos of EPUT of good customer care at all times, with an awareness of one's own attitude.
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
- Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
- Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
- If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
- We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.
- 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
- Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
- Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
- £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
- Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
Work that wraps around your needs
- Work bank: You can use the opportunity to supplement your income and develop your skills by working bank shifts.
- Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
- Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Education/Qualifications
Essential: - Registered Mental Health Nurse; - NMC registration for a minimum of two years
Desirable: - Mentorship qualification; - ENB 998 or equivalent; - Evidence of post graduate study
Skills/Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of Mental Health Act & Mental Capacity Act. Good communication skills both verbal and written.
- Organisational and time management skills.
- Proven ability to work effectively and compassionately with clients with a wide range of clinical presentations including mental illness, neurodiversity and learning disabilities
Desirable: - Evidence of multidisciplinary team working
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
12 October 2026
Last checked
13 October 2026
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