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Job requirements
Essential
13 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Extensive post registration experience in acute mental health care
- Experience
Experience at band 6 or equivalent or working as an independent autonomous practitioner
- Experience
Proven professional competence
- Experience
Proven ability to evaluate training and/or education packages and amend contents as required
- Experience
Previous experience in a general health care environment
- Experience
Previous experience of managing psychiatric patients in a non-psychiatric setting
- Skills and Knowledge
Working knowledge of legal frameworks and responsibilities re: Mental Health Act (1983; am2007), capacity and consent to treatment, CPA process
- Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge of the NSF for Older People
- Skills and Knowledge
Experience of relevant operational and strategic work in the NHS
- Skills and Knowledge
Experience in acute assessment / planning skills
- Education and Qualifications
Registered RMN or RN(Mental Health)
- Education and Qualifications
Evidence of post-qualification study and educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Education and Qualifications
Evidence of recent continuing education and professional development
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge of the National Service Framework for Mental Health
- Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge of Essence of Care benchmarking standards for mental health
- Education and Qualifications
Formal/assessed qualifications in conflict resolution or Preventing and managing aggression
- Education and Qualifications
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Job overview
Are you a passionate and experienced mental health professional ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Join one of England’s top-performing and most inclusive NHS Trusts as our new Associate Clinical Lead – Mental Health as a fixed 1 year term contract.
At Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, we are proud of our commitment to delivering world-class care, supporting our diverse workforce, and leading innovation in healthcare. As part of our Corporate Nursing division, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and supporting mental health services across our Trust.
Main duties of the job
About the Role
As Associate Clinical Lead, you will:
- Provide expert guidance on mental health legislation including the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.
- Act as a key liaison between hospital teams and mental health services.
- Lead and manage RMNs (Bank and Agency), ensuring high-quality, consistent care.
- Support staff in assessing mental capacity and making DoLS referrals.
- Reduce delays for patients awaiting mental health beds and escalate issues appropriately.
- Be a visible clinical leader, supporting staff and advocating for patients.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
What We’re Looking For
- Registered RMN with post-qualification study.
- Extensive experience in acute mental health care and autonomous practice.
- Strong knowledge of legal frameworks and safeguarding.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- A commitment to professional development and inclusive care.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a Trust that values kindness, openness, and development.
- Work in a supportive, inclusive environment with award-winning staff wellbeing initiatives.
- Access to a wide range of development programmes and flexible working options.
- Contribute to innovative projects through CW Innovation and research leadership.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Associate Clinical Lead Mental Health with Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in London, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Lead (legacy management group) role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 Per Annum plus HCAS. The contract type is 12 months (fixed-term). The application deadline is 22 Sep 2026.
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