Job requirements
Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.
Essential
16 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Aptitude
A high level of interpersonal and communication skills
- Aptitude
knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- Aptitude
Able to demonstrate empathy with patients and their families/carers
- Aptitude
Demonstrate an awareness of the need for self- development
- Aptitude
Analytical and judgemental skills to enhance the decisionmaking process to resolve complex issues/situations
- Aptitude
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Aptitude
IT literacy
- Experience
Experience of multidisciplinary and/or multiagency working
- Values/Other
Demonstrates an ability to meet Health Board Values
- Values/Other
Special requirements to perform in the role e.g. ability to travel within geographical area when needed
- Values/Other
Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands of the unit
- Values/Other
Flexible working pattern
- Values/Other
Satisfactory DBS check
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Registered Mental Health Professional Nurse
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Knowledge of Mental Health Act, Mental Health Act Measure Wales and Mental Capacity Act (2005)
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Awareness of specific government/legislation pertinent to the clinical area
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Aptitude
Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
- Experience
Experience of working within health settings
- Experience
Ability to support and influence change
- Experience
Experience of working with designated client group
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Knowledge of Powys Teaching Health Board modernisation of services plan Evidence of post graduate study
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Evidence of post graduate study
Job overview
SPONSORSHIP/VISA Currently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office’s criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship or if they hold a Skilled Worker Visa/Health & Care Visa is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed This is a Bank position only
To work as a Registered Mental Health Nurse in the in-patient setting of the Mental Health Ward as directed.
The post holder will have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude to working with people with complex mental health needs and work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
The post holder will manage their own caseload of patients, and act as an expert resource in the care and treatment of patients experiencing a range of mental health problems relevant to the area of practice.
Please note this vacancy may be subject to closing early depending on the number of applications received Please ensure you complete your application at your earliest convenience so that you do not miss the opportunity to apply
Main duties of the job
The successful post holder will work closely with the clinical lead, Ward Manager and local clinical teams. Operational management will be provided by the Ward Manager and professional accountability will be ensured through regular supervision with the clinical lead. We care for our patients 7 days a week, 24 hours a day so you will need to have the flexibility to take part in a full shift system including nights, bank holidays and weekend working.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.
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.
Welsh language skills are desirable
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This advert is for Bank Registered Mental Health Nurse with Powys Teaching Health Board in Brecon, Wales. It is listed as a Band 5 Mental health nurse role. The advertised salary is £32,557 - £39,631 pro annum. The contract type is 0 days (To include days, evenings, nights and weekends & bank holidays). The application deadline is 17 Sep 2026.
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