Job summary
Are you interested in becoming part of an innovative community Older Persons Mental Health Service, which focuses on all areas of mental health, irrespective of functional, organic or complex illness on the Isle of Wight?
We are aligning our focused OPMH pathways with all age Community Mental Health Services and are looking for passionate, highly motivated individuals to work as part of the Older Persons Mental Health Service. The post holders will undertake the role of care co-ordinator / care manager in the assessment, treatment and delivery of care to older people with mental health problems who meet the criteria for access to the service. They will be responsible for ensuring that the highest quality care is carried out in accordance with policies and procedures Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust.
You will need be a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) OT or Social worker and have experience of working with people with serious and enduring mental health needs. The ability to work in partnership with carers/family members and services in the community is essential.
Main duties of the job
To undertake the role of care co-ordinator / care manager in the assessment, treatment and delivery of care to older people with mental health problems who meet the criteria for access to the service.
The post holder will ensure that the highest quality care is carried out in accordance with policies and procedures Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.
Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.
Details
Date posted
16 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year Based on full time hours
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
348-IOW-10421
Job locations
St. Mary's Hospital (IOW)
Parkhurst Road
Newport
Isle of Wight
PO30 5TG
Newport Health and Wellbeing Centre
62 High Street
Newport
Isle of Wight
PO30 1BA
Ryde Health and Wellbeing Centre
Pellhurst Road
Ryde
Isle of Wight
PO33 3DT
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* RN [MH] with live NMC registration or OT or Social worker with current professional registration
* Nurse Mentorship Qualification or relevant professional equivalent.
Experience
Essential
* Evidence of on-going development and post registration training.
* Post registration training in evidence based psychological treatments.
* Training in Risk assessment and management skills.
* Ability to build on the knowledge, skills and priorities of people working in a range of disciplines.
* Experience in the assessment and management of people with serious and enduring mental health.
* Evidence of undertaking audit work.
* Innovative, creative and a willingness to try new ideas.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* RN [MH] with live NMC registration or OT or Social worker with current professional registration
* Nurse Mentorship Qualification or relevant professional equivalent.
Experience
Essential
* Evidence of on-going development and post registration training.
* Post registration training in evidence based psychological treatments.
* Training in Risk assessment and management skills.
* Ability to build on the knowledge, skills and priorities of people working in a range of disciplines.
* Experience in the assessment and management of people with serious and enduring mental health.
* Evidence of undertaking audit work.
* Innovative, creative and a willingness to try new ideas.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St. Mary's Hospital (IOW)
Parkhurst Road
Newport
Isle of Wight
PO30 5TG
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Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St. Mary's Hospital (IOW)
Parkhurst Road
Newport
Isle of Wight
PO30 5TG
Employer's website
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