Job summary
- Are you someone looking for a career in one of the UK's most respected mental health and learning disability trusts?
- Would you like to be part of a dedicated team committed to making a difference to peoples lives to enjoy a better future?
An exciting opportunity to join the team for Adults with a Learning Disability at the Regional Learning Disability and Autism Unit in Dawlish (The Brook).
The Unit provides assessment and treatment to people with a Learning Disability and / or Autistic People who have a Mental Health condition and/or demonstrate distress through their behaviour. The service aims to become a centre of excellence.
The job offers a challenging yet rewarding environment with opportunities to consistently learn.
We are committed to the ongoing training and development of all our staff and offer a range of opportunities for career progression.
Main duties of the job
The registered nurse will be responsible for the leadership and management of the inpatient unit, nursing, students, administrative and ancillary staff over a span of duty, assisting in the management and clinical supervision of the nurse team, and manage the unit in the absence of the service manager. Work a 24 hour flexible rota.
Work within NICE and NMC Guidelines and Standards, to be aware of and work within all relevant Trust Policies and Procedures. To work in line with agreed safeguarding protocols at all times. To be a proactive, skilled member of the ward Multi-Disciplinary team To demonstrate a working knowledge of the legal requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 (including 2007 updates), Mental Capacity Act 2005 (to include Deprivation of Liberty safeguards), Care Programme Approach, and National Health Service and Community Care Act 1990.
To assist the Service Manager in setting up standards, promoting change and developing nursing practice, supervision and audit.
Deputise for the service manager in their absence.
To ensure the delivery of high standards of nursing care to all patients, in accordance with evidence based professional practice and trust policies.
Work within the multi-disciplinary team, with carers, relatives, other services and agencies to promote mental health and wellbeing, independence and community inclusion for all individuals.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Details
- Date posted: 09 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 6
- Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: C9369-26-0546
- Job locations: The Brook Learning Disability and Autism Unit, Langdon Hospital, Exeter Road, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 0NR, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which will provide further information on this role.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience.
- Experience of working with people with a learning disability / autistic people.
- Experience as a Band 5 in an acute inpatient setting.
- Experience working within an MDT.
- Clinical Supervision and Practice Assessor / Supervisor Experience. Experience of managing staff / have undertaken management and leadership course (or willingness to work towards).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills and use of mobile technology (iPad).
- Able to provide and receive complex sensitive information in relation to staff, patients, families and carers.
- Able to problem solve and assist others in this process.
- Effectively manage admission / discharges.
- Ability to assess and manage risk effectively.
- Lead and supervise staff to provide a high quality, effective service. Good liaison skills and ability to manage difficult and complex situations.
- Effectively able to manage own time and that of the team.
- Ability to work flexibly.
- Able to undertake nursing procedures e.g. manual handling, physical restraint.
Qualifications
Essential
- A professional degree level Mental Health / RNLD Nursing qualification and registration with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
Desirable
- Practice Assessor / Supervisor Training undertaken.
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