Job overview
Are you passionate about the care of people with psychosis/mood disorders?
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Mental Health Nurse to join the Assertive Outreach Team.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our multi-disciplinary team. Applicants should have an interest in working with individuals who have severe and enduring mental health problems and are difficult to engage. The specific purpose is to deliver care in a collaborative manner that reflects the principles of AOT working, particularly aspects relating to recovery and social inclusion.
The Cheltenham, Tewkesbury and North Cotswolds Assertive Outreach Team provides comprehensive mental health and social care to working age adults.
The service generally runs weekdays between the hours of 9-5, however some weekends, evenings and bank holidays will be needed on a rotational basis, if there is clinical need. Flexible working arrangements will be considered. Any request will be set against genuine operational requirements and limitations and it is not obligatory for a manager to accede to the request.
For further details contact Naomi Jones, Acting Team Manager on 0300 421 2072
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity for a community mental health nurse who has experience of working with adults of Working Age and caring for individuals with Enduring Mental Health problems. The post will include care coordinating a designated caseload, working within CPA Policy and associated countywide risk procedures, travelling independently, and lone working, use of IT skills and a working knowledge of legislation regarding safeguarding vulnerable adults, the MHA and MCA.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/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.
Person specification
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Demonstrable post qualification experience in mental health or related area
- Registered Nurse Mental Health (RMN)
Desirable
- Demonstrable post qualification experience of working in the community
- Experience in recovery interventions
KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS
Essential
- Understanding of SMI/Psychosis
- Full UK driving licence and use of own car
Desirable
- Understanding of recovery
- Understanding of trust risk/safety assessment policy
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This advert is for Senior Community Mental Health Nurse with Gloucestershire Health & Care NHS Foundation Trust in Leckhampton Lodge. It is listed as a Band 6 Nurse (community and district) role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 27 Aug 2026.
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