Location
Newport, England
Salary
£32073.00 to £39043.00
Profession
Staff nurse
Grade
Band 5
Deadline
25 Oct 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
14 Oct 2026
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Job requirements

Essential

6 listed

Requirements the employer expects applicants to meet.

  • Experience

    Communication Skills

  • Experience

    Good range knowledge/appreciation of a range of models of practice in social and health care including experience of delivering CBT based interventions

  • Experience

    Knowledge of interventions and strategies which embrace social and health care needs

  • Qualifications

    Live NMC Registration

  • Qualifications

    RN (MH), RN (LD) with current NMC Registration

  • Qualifications

    Successful completion of preceptorship

Desirable

Not listed in the available specification.

Job summary

Are you ready to take the next step in your career in mental health nursing while living on a beautiful island? We are inviting an experienced Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurse to join Seagrove Ward, our 6-bed mixed-sex Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), where collaborative, individualised care is at the heart of what we do.

Located on the stunning Isle of Wight, this role offers more than just professional fulfilment. As a close-knit island community, the Isle of Wight provides an excellent quality of life for families and individuals alike. With its unspoiled beaches, scenic countryside, and year-round family-friendly activities, it's the perfect place to build both your career and personal life. From exploring historic sites to enjoying water sports or leisurely walks, you'll find something for everyone.

About the Role

The post holder, in collaboration with the Team, will be responsible for the delivery of the highest professional standard of care, assessment, treatment and support of people within the Service.

Why Join Us?

Comprehensive induction, training, and CPD opportunities.

Be part of a forward-thinking team shaping the future of mental health care.

Relocation support may be considered for the right candidate.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 5 Mental Health Nurse on Seagrove Ward, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality care to patients requiring psychiatric intensive support.

You will:

*To demonstrate a high level of clinical expertise and leadership in respect of all colleagues.

*To act as role model to the Support Workers and other staff.

*To plan, implement and provide meaningful activity for patients within in-patient services.

*To provide patients with assessments, care plans and treatment plans as appropriate, and ensure that these are put into practice and evaluated.

*To contribute to new service developments and actively take these forwards as required.

*To be flexible and work with colleagues to promote the best outcomes for patients.

Work across all wards at Sevenacres to provide the best patient care at all times.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, combining the expertise and services of multiple NHS providers to deliver high-quality healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With a dedicated workforce exceeding 12,000 staff and a footprint that spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, we offer an extensive range of services, including mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health care, reaching diverse communities across urban, rural, and coastal areas.

We are committed to delivering care with compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, ensuring that our patients and service users are at the heart of everything we do. By working closely with our partners, we're creating a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that champions staff development, well-being, and collaboration.

Join us and be part of an organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare; where your skills and ambitions can make a real difference to the communities we serve, now and in the future.

Details

  • Date posted: 14 October 2026
  • Pay scheme: Agenda for change
  • Band: Band 5
  • Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year based on full time hours
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time
  • Reference number: 348-IOW-12735
  • Job locations: Sevenacres, Parkhurst Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5TG, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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This advert is for Staff Nurse Seagrove with Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Newport, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Staff nurse role. The advertised salary is £32073.00 to £39043.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 25 Oct 2026.

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