Job summary
Whether you're an experiencedRegistered Nurseor a Newly Registered Nurse, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a service that puts patient care first. You will have the time and support to make a real difference every day.
Student Nurse's that are due to register in the next 3 months are very welcome to apply. Full training and Preceptorship programme will be provided to help you build confidence and develop your career in this specialist area.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Community Mental Health Nurse to join our team in Scarborough.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individuals who are able to work with the wider MDT, voluntary sector and third sector organisations.
You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role.Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role.
Main duties of the job
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to develop into a community role within a team of supportive and experienced professionals. You will demonstrate excellent assessment skills, interpersonal, and team working skills and be able to work collaboratively with a range of statutory and third sector agencies.
You will hold a caseload of cases, carry out duty days, and initial assessments.
The role will involve administering of depot medication and monitoring compliance and concordance with any other medications and side effects.
You must be able to travel independently in the community and have access to a car to support with patient visits.
About us
We're committed to co-creating a great experience for our colleagues. This means listening to what staff are telling us and working together to be the best employer we can be.
Valuing our staff
Our staff are our most important asset and recognising their excellent work and the vital contributions they make to patient care is very important.
The Trust offers a variety of benefits including:
1. Weekly CPD sessions
2. Access to trust wide career development opportunities
3. Working with a dedicated multidisciplinary team
4. Free on-site parking
5. Long service award
6. NHS pension scheme
7. 27 -33 days annual leave with the option to purchase additional days
8. Flexible working opportunities
9. NHS car lease scheme
10. Full Occupational health support
11. Cycle to work scheme
12. Access to employee support, independent counselling, chaplaincy
13. Mindfulness Sessions
14. Access to Coaching and mentors
Details
Date posted
22 April 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
346-NYA-061-26
Job locations
The Ellis Centre
Dean Road
Scarborough
YO12 7SN
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Additional contact details:
Louise Brindle - Clinical Specialist.
Ben Sweeting - Clinical Nurse Specialist.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
15. Current professional registration with Nursing & Midwifery Council RNMH or RNLD
16. To be recognised practice assessor / mentor or work towards in an agreed timescale
17. Trained Clinical Supervisor (within 6 month probationary period)
18. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Experience
Essential
19. Working with people with mental ill health / learning disabilities
20. Working in a person centred therapeutic organisation
21. Working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers
22. Working in a multi-disciplinary team
23. Working in partnership with other agencies
Knowledge
Essential
24. Evidence based knowledge of best practice in caring for patients in the designated field
25. Understanding of relevant legislation (. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act)
26. Understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice
27. Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice
28. Clinical Governance and its application in practice.
29. Confident working knowledge of clinical medicines management, including administration of injections