Senior Community Mental Health Nurse

Job summary Are you an experienced Community Mental Health Nurse who would like the opportunity to be part of an innovative integrated Community Mental Health Service? Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of a service model that works in partnership with local services to meet the needs of those presenting with complex mental health needs together? North Shropshire Community Mental Health service provides assessment and evidence-based interventions for people who present with complex mental health difficulties that are significantly impacting on their daily life alongside our partner organisations. We are looking for a Senior Nurse Practitioner to join our team to work alongside our secondary care mental health practitioners and wider partners to support the delivery of our service. You will need to encourage effective engagement of those presenting with complex mental health needs, utilising excellent communication skills, whilst maintaining compassion and hope through every contact. We incorporate a trauma informed psychological approach which aims to increase people's independence, working towards an improved quality of life. The post will be split between our sites in Oswestry and Market Drayton. Main duties of the job Take responsibility for the management of a complex caseload, which includes specialist assessment (within service specification), care planning in conjunction with service user and carer, evaluation of individual treatment plans (Care Programme Approach and Single Assessment Process). Responsible for participating in the setting of quality standards, including the auditing, monitoring and reviewing of practice in line with current clinical guidance practice and policy. Administer medication, complying with relevant Trust procedures and NMC Guidance. Assess patient's individual care needs, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care. Deliver a range of interventions in accordance with the agreed plan of care and Pathway guidance including pharmacological and psychologically informed interventions. Complete and contribute, where appropriate, to robust risk assessments and risk management plans. Deliver and promote positive risk taking, where appropriate, to improve quality of life and maximise occupational performance/independence. About us Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities. We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems. We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow. We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected. Job responsibilities We are looking for an experienced Nurse Practitioner who wants to work and be part of our wider multi-disciplinary team that includes Community Mental Health Nurses, Advanced Pharmacist, Non-Medical Prescribers, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Social Workers, Psychologists, Consultant Psychiatrist, Occupational Therapists, Peer Support (lived experience) Workers, Health Care Support Workers, Employment, Housing and Financial Advisors. As part of our local mental health alliance network you will have opportunity to attend our weekly meetings which provides an opportunity to look at how best as services we can work together to support individuals who are presenting with multiple needs, risks and complexity. Particularly where engagement may be difficult. You will be asked within this role to support and contribute to the clinical supervision of junior members of the team and students on placement with the service. This post will provide short- and longer-term interventions to those who require our service and are taken onto our community caseload working alongside our wider multi-disciplinary team in order to support people in their recovery. There is an emphasis on team based multi-disciplinary decision making which lends itself to creating a supportive environment for staff. We also value a culture of active service and personal development for all staff. Person specification – qualifications Essential: Registered mental health nurse on NMC Register Essential: Post registration experience, evidence of formal courses and training at diploma/degree level Essential: Registered mentor Desirable: Leadership qualification Desirable: BSc degree in nursing or equivalent level Desirable: Qualification/training in providing supervision or coaching Desirable: Non-medical prescriber Desirable: Psychological interventions training/qualification – including EMDR, CBT, CBT(p), Family Interventions, CAT, DBT, Structural clinical management Desirable: Phlebotomy training Experience Essential: Evidence of extensive post registration experience with working with adults experiencing mental health related difficulties Essential: Experience of working with people who have difficulty in engaging with services and have complex mental health needs Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. Employer details Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Market Drayton Cottage Hospital Shropshire Street, Market Drayton, TF9 3QN Website: https://www.mpft.nhs.uk Key details Date posted: 05 December 2025 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: Band 6 Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full-time Job locations: Market Drayton Cottage Hospital, Shropshire Street, Market Drayton, TF9 3QN Reference number: 301-VA-25-7634800 #J-18808-Ljbffr