Location
Salary
£39,959 - £48,117 Per annum Pro rata
Profession
Nurse practitioner
Grade
Band 6
Deadline
28 Jul 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
14 Jul 2026
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Job overview

Permanent | Part Time | Interview Date 4th August

We are seeking a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities (RNLD) with relevant CAMHS or mental health experience to join our multidisciplinary team. Amber is a specialist Community CAMHS day service within Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust, supporting children aged 5-11 with complex mental health needs.

You will play a key role in the assessment, planning and delivery of care for children and young people presenting with complex mental health difficulties, contributing to risk management, care planning and multi‑agency working.

The team works collaboratively across health, social care and voluntary sector partners, providing therapeutic interventions in both clinical and community settings. Our focus is on recovery‑orientated, child‑centred care that promotes safety, resilience and positive outcomes.

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Clinical Lodge Manager, some of your responsibilities will include:

  • Undertake comprehensive mental health assessments, including risk assessment and management
  • Manage an autonomous caseload of children aged 5-11. Deliver community-based interventions
  • Deliver evidence‑based interventions in line with care plans
  • Work collaboratively with children, young people and their families
  • Participate in multi‑agency meetings and partnership working
  • Contribute to safeguarding processes and clinical decision‑making
  • Maintain accurate, timely and high‑quality clinical documentation
  • Actively engage in supervision, reflective practice and service development

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.

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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

Experience

Essential

  • Significant Post registration experience within a CAMHS / Mental Health setting

Desirable

  • Auditing clinical standards
  • Utilisation of research in practice

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Self Management and organisation
  • Excellent Communication / interpersonal skills (verbal and written)
  • Specific clinical interventions / strategies
  • Liaison, negotiation and influencing
  • Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle

Desirable

  • Conflict resolution
  • Leadership

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Knowledge of a range of a therapeutic interventions
  • Legal Frameworks relevant to CAMHS
  • Health and Safety
  • Risk assessment / management
  • Current CAMHS practice / issues

Desirable

  • Current Nursing / Health Issues
  • Clinical Governance

Qaulifications and Training

Essential

  • RMN / RNLD (Mental Health)
  • Post registration clinical training relevant to CAMHS / Mental Health
  • Teaching and Assessing ENB 998 / Mentorship or equivalent

Desirable

  • Degree in relevant subject
  • Additional Vocational training courses (Solution focused, CBT, Motivational interviewing)

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