Senior Mental Health Nurse
Job overview
Permanent | Full-time | 11.5 hr Shift Pattern
We are looking for someone to join our team at Sapphire Lodge, where you will provide clinical leadership and supervision within an inpatient setting.
We are dedicated to ongoing development and providing high-quality care for young people and families. We offer assessment, collaborative care, and treatment for young people facing mental health challenges, including low mood, anxiety, psychosis, eating difficulties, autistic spectrum conditions, self-harm risks, and diagnostic uncertainty.
We value someone who is person-centred, flexible, and committed to helping young people and their families. If you're looking to make a meaningful difference and be part of a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Clinical Nurse Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Coordinate and provide skilled nursing care, observing NMC Code of Conduct.
- Supervise, teach, and help develop junior nurses and staff.
- Advocate for patients.
- Plan, implement, and evaluate individualised care for an allocated patient group, using prioritisation and delegation.
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective care delivery for Trust patients.
- Support the Clinical Nurse Manager in maintaining clinical governance standards and assist with management and development.
- Deputise for the Clinical Nurse Manager, representing them at meetings and forums, and serving as a role model.
Working for our organisation
At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
- Outstanding Patient Care
- Brilliant Place to work
- Leaders in Children’s Health
We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children’s health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts—helping you succeed at work and beyond.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected].Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria- Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Mental Health/Learning Disability Nurse
- Current registration with NMC
- Teaching/Mentoring/Practice Supervisor and Assessor qualification
- Relevant Post Basic registration courses
- Leadership and Management training
Experience
Essential criteria- Substantial experience within mental health/learning disability
- Mentoring experience with nursing students and training/development teaching of junior colleagues
Knowledge & Skills
Essential criteria- Strong understanding of mental health conditions, therapeutic interventions, and risk management strategies
- Knowledge of legal frameworks relevant to CAMHS
- Ability to dynamically risk assess clinical situations and respond appropriately.
- Ability to manage complex and challenging situations with empathy.
- Ability to organise and delegate workload within a team to meet deadlines.
- Able to use own initiative and problem solve.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office packages and different electronic systems.
- Experience in Nursing Speciality of ward or department.
- Restraint and reducing restrictive interventions training