Job requirements
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Essential
22 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Evidence of sound post-registration professional practice
- Experience
Demonstrable experience of working in the specific field where the post is held
- Experience
Proven leadership/management experience, able to demonstrate examples of positive impact/change within service delivery/practice at an advanced level
- Experience
Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the service area
- Experience
Evidence of specialist practice skills and able to demonstrate the impact of this on practice change/development
- Experience
Evidence of promoting/supporting active user/carer involvement/participation
- Experience
To network locally and regionally Be able to effectively Chair meetings
- Skills and competencies
Effective inter-personal skills and experience in supervising and mentoring and teaching
- Skills and competencies
Ability to lead/motivate staff to embrace change
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Advanced/expert clinical qualification
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Accredited leadership/management qualification or ability to demonstrate these at an advanced level
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Member of specialist interest group/network, locally or nationally
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Specialist/advanced understanding/application of relevant managerial and leadership aspects of the service area
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Detailed understanding of all current legislation relevant to the service area
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Evidence of contribution to research
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Evidence of policy implementation and development
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Full understanding of relevant policy, legislation, drivers and their application to clinical and service areas within community health services , e.g. Mental Capacity Act, Social Inclusion, Safeguarding Adults
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Full understanding/application of relevant clinical practice/standards/audit within community services
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Good IT skills e.g. knowledge of word and excel
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Knowledge of legislation relevant to the service area Evidence of project work that has had a positive impact on service delivery
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Working knowledge of Trust IT systems if relevant to own area of work
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Knowledge of managing delegated budgets
Desirable
7 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
A breadth of professional practice including specialising in the field where the post is held
- Experience
Development of expert leadership/management skills
- Experience
Ability to work across team/organisational boundaries developing and maintaining multiprofessional and multi agency partnerships
- Experience
Experience of developing others through education, mentorship, coaching, teaching, assessing, presentations, publishing Management of delegated budgets
- Skills and competencies
Able to demonstrate effective communication skills at all levels i.e. strategically and locally
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Specialist/advanced understanding/application of relevant managerial and leadership aspects of the service area
- Qualifications and Knowledge
A breadth of clinical and professional practice including clinically specialising in the field where the post is held
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Registered Mental Health Nurse to join CITOP (Crisis and Intervention Team for Older People) as a Clinical Lead.
CITOP provides specialist assessment, intervention and support to older people experiencing mental health crisis. As part of the service, the Acute Community Service (ACS) delivers intensive community-based interventions, providing an alternative to hospital admission and supporting people to remain in their own homes wherever possible. Following recent service development and investment, CITOP now operates as a 24-hour, 7-day service and continues to evolve in response to the changing needs of our population.
Building on strong foundations, we are committed to maintaining high standards of care whilst continuing to develop and enhance our service for older people, their families and carers. As we move forward, focus remains on delivering responsive, person-centred care that aligns with local priorities and the national vision for community-based mental health services.
We are seeking a motivated and forward-thinking clinical leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality care, supporting staff development and contributing to service improvement.
Working alongside the Team Leader and fellow Clinical Lead, you will play a key role in shaping the future direction of CITOP, supporting innovation, quality improvement and the continued delivery of safe, effective and compassionate care.
Main duties of the job
- Provide clinical and professional nursing leadership across CITOP and the Acute Community Service.
- Support staff managing complex mental health presentations and clinical risk.
- Promote excellence in clinical practice and professional standards.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement and innovation.
- Support the ongoing development of crisis assessment, triage and intensive community intervention pathways.
- Support the delivery of effective alternatives to hospital admission where clinically appropriate.
- Provide supervision, support and development opportunities for staff.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across community, inpatient and urgent care services.
- Support the development of pathways that improve patient experience, continuity of care and integrated working.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information with regards to this vacancy please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification
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 Clinical Lead with Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust in Cottingham, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Lead (legacy management group) role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 Pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 16 Sep 2026.
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