We are recruiting to the below wards:
* Galleywood Ward – 1 vacancy, permanent contract
* Ruby Ward – 2 vacancies, permanent contract
* Finchingfield Ward – 3 vacancies permanent contract
* Topaz Ward – 2 vacancies, 1 Fixed Term contract and 1 permanent contract
Responsibilities
* To work independently and accountably as part of a team of clinicians offering 24 hr mental health access and information in the locality of the Trust. The service will be 7 days a week, 24 hours a day for 365 days a year working shifts in an in-patient setting.
* To act as a role model to Health Care Assistants, supervising to ensure high quality care is given.
* Work collaboratively with key partner organisations, service users, clinicians and other practitioners within the multi-disciplinary team.
* To deliver a high quality and effective operational service to patients with complex needs, in accordance with the principles and objective of the Trust and its vision as identified in the service.
* To work collaboratively with others within the new organization to provide an exemplary level of care to service users and their carers.
* Act as key worker and co-worker for a designated group of clients.
* Delivery effective individualised care by supervising staff in the assessment of patient’s condition. Ensure that accurate and objective information is recorded and signed by the appropriate member of staff.
* Establish therapeutic relationships with individual clients, relatives and carers. Write and contribute towards the formulation of care plans.
* Ensure effective and confidential communication, at all times maintaining strict confidentiality with regard to any information concerning patients and colleagues.
* To fully comply with the requirements of the NMC and upkeep of registration.
* Be aware of the Mental Health Act 1983 and be aware of clients detained under section of the Mental Health Act 1983 in the clinical area.
* Supervise the formulation of plans for the patient’s discharge and transfer from the clinical areas in line with Care Programme Approach, Community Care Act 1990 and discharge policy.
* Observe any changes in a patient’s physical condition or mental state and document in an appropriate manner.
* Assist patients towards self-care and independence.
* Understand the need for personal responsibility in relation to using the correct techniques for moving and handling patients.
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
* Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
* Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
* If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
* We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.
Benefits
* 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years’ service.
* Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
* Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
* £8,000 relocation package if you move to Essex to join us.
* Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
Work that wraps around your needs
* Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
* Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
This advert closes on Tuesday 10 Mar 2026
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