Job summary
The Nurse Specialist for Reducing Restrictive Practice (RRP) will be responsible for leading and developing a least restrictive, evidence based, person-centred culture within GMMH. They will be responsible for setting, maintaining and developing professional standards for clinical staff within in-patient and community services. The postholder will support clinical teams with the care of service users who have high level needs that require specialist input. The postholder will work as an autonomous practitioner providing advanced expert clinical nursing practice.
The post holder must demonstrate codesign and coproduction skills throughout their workplan. Key to the delivery of this role is the development and delivery of the GMMH least restrictive practice strategy 2026- 2029.
Main duties of the job
This role specifically requires leadership and indepth knowledge of the Use of Force Act (2018) and the legal obligations for Mental Health units. As such the postholder is expected to have working practice within inpatient mental health settings as a clinical nurse. The postholder will be supported with expertise through HOPE(s) practitioners in the organisation as well as Human Rights Officers.
The postholder is responsible for the delivery of the training programme (known as PMVA) overseeing the management of the team and ensuring compliance with the contractual standards for training aligned to NHSE standards and Restraint Reduction Network Standards. Additionally, the postholder will develop the Trusts RRP educational programme to support clinical practice both within the Care Groups and across the Trust. They will be expected to review data on a frequent basis to assure quality of information and return to national databases. In addition, the postholder will utilise data to establish work programmes and improvements. The Nurse Specialist in RRP will lead on specific emerging clinical practice across the Trust as well as promoting research and ensuring high standards of Nursing and Professional Practice within in-patient and/or community services.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted: 14 October 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£64,455 to £74,896 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-7542805
Job locations
Knowsley building, Manchester, M25 3BL
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
* Pay Enhancements
* 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
* Excellent pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Salary sacrifice car scheme
* Wellbeing programme
* Blue Light Card Discounts
* fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications Essential
* Registered Nurse
* Evidence of CPD
* Teaching/assessing qualification
* Leadership qualification
Desirable
* Masters degree or PhD
* Non-medical prescriber
Knowledge and Experience Essential
* Advanced knowledge in RRP
* Understanding of inequality related to RRP
* Communication skills
Skills and Abilities Essential
* Significant experience at senior level
* Contribution to service improvements
* Applying research to practice
* Delivering training
Values Essential
* Enthusiasm and commitment to RRP
* Ability to work under pressure
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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT, Knowsley building, Manchester, M25 3BL
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/
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