Job overview
Do you want to join a fast-paced team where no two days are the same. Stockport older people's community mental health team are looking for motivated band 6 nurses. The team work off a shared caseload, this has been a very successful change within the team, improving risk management and reported to be less stressful than the previous CMHT model. Stockport older people's CMHT work with the single point of entry team. The SPOE team complete the urgent referrals and CMHT complete the Crisis intervention. The team are dynamic, passionate and problem solving is key.
We work closely with the wards to facilitate discharge. We have regular case formulation sessions and often provide bitesize training opportunities. We have groups for service users and a monthly carers group.
The team is made up of Band 4, 5 and 6 Nurses, band 3 Support Workers, Band 6 Occupational Therapists, Psychology and we also work very closely with the medics.
The team work 9-5 and is a 7 day service, weekends are rotated fairly. Everyday a different team member is allocated to be the duty/gatekeeper worker.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will ensure the highest standard of nursing care provided in accordance with the policies and procedures of Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust.
The practitioner will provide interventions to service users within the CMHT and will work with the multidisciplinary team to offer a team approach to supporting service users in the community or for those on the discharge pathway from inpatient settings.
To contribute to case formulation and treatment plans.
To contribute to service development in collaboration with the wider team.
To participate in the education programmes of nursing students and other
disciplines.
Working for our organisation
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
• Professional qualification Mental Health Nursing
• Registration with HCPC / NMC
• Experience in community mental health work
• Willingness to undertake further training relevant to the practitioner role resulting from legislative or service changes, as appropriate.
• Experience of supervision
• Experience of some crisis work/interventions
• Knowledge of CPA policy
• Experience in working with people with moderate to severe mental health needs
• Extensive knowledge / experience in social inclusion and recovery model of care
• Knowledge of mental health legislation
• Experience of MDT working
• Ability to care coordinate and be responsible for a caseload
• Ability to work effectively as part of a MDT
• Ability to supervise junior staff / students
• Effective time management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Recording relevant documentation to a professional standard
• Ability to communicate informally and develop supportive relationships with clients, carers and other professionals
• Utilise the supervision process
• Ability to value diversity and respond constructively to discriminatory behaviour
• Ability to provide professional expertise in the care of mental health service users
• Ability to provide appropriate education and training to peers and assistant as appropriate
• Computer literacy
• Flexible and adaptable
• Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
• Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust’s Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
• Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to give you the best chance of being shortlisted.
Person specification
Essential
Essential criteria
* Professional qualification Mental Health Nursing
* Registration with NMC
* Evidence of qualification and experience to post graduate diploma level
* Experience of working in rehabilitation services
* Experience of working in the community
* Experience of working with people with severe and enduring mental illness
* Experience of working with people with behaviours that challenge and/or substance misuse problems
* Experience of providing support to vulnerable / socially excluded individuals/ groups.
* Experience working in an MDT
* Experience of providing supervision
* Extensive knowledge the recovery model and strength based principles
* Knowledge of mental health and social care national policy and legislation
* Knowledge of least restrictive practice
* Effective risk assessment and risk management skills
* Ability to case manage a caseload of service users using rehabilitation principles
* Drivers license and access to a car
Desirable criteria
* Psychosocial interventions qualification
* Mentor qualification
* Non-medical prescribing qualification
* Leadership experience
* Working in low secure or forensic services
* Working in drug and alcohol services
📝 Application support - We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit the on our website.
🌍 Sponsorship Information - We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the
📬 After You Apply - Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.
✅ If You're Offered the Role - If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You’ll receive a formal conditional offer via email
🔍 Pre-Employment Checks - To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line with. These include:
* Identity verification
* Right to work check
* Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
* Professional registration and/or qualification check
* Occupational health assessment
* Employment history and reference validation
All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history and references.
If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.
🚀 Once Checks Are Complete -
The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.
📣 Additional Information -
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.
If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.
Please note:
* We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.
* We may close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, please apply as soon as possible.