Main area: mental health
Grade Band: 6
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (flexible working discussed)
Job ref: 437-7282191
Site: Chorlton House
Town: Manchester
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing date: 14/07/2025 23:59
Job overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen to recruit a Community Psychiatric Nurse/Care Co-ordinator into our busy Community Mental Health Team for Later Life.
The area covered by the post is Central Later Life CMHT Manchester.
We are looking for an experienced, committed, and motivated professional to work with older people living with dementia or functional illnesses.
We are a friendly and supportive team and encourage professional and personal development.
Main duties of the job
* Complete Memory Assessments (training will be provided)
* Conduct initial assessments
* Participate in Duty Rota
Working for our organisation
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 staff, delivering services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care across Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, along with specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the northwest of England, and beyond.
Greater Manchester is a vibrant place to live and work, offering a mix of countryside and city life with excellent shopping, entertainment, and dining options.
Our staff enjoy their work, opportunities for learning and development, and are encouraged to innovate to improve care.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
* Pay enhancements: 30% additional for evenings (8 pm onwards) and Saturdays, 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
* Annual leave: 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 after 5 years and 33 after 10 years.
* Experience working with older adults with mental health needs.
* Experience working in a community setting.
Experience
* Experience working with service users with organic and functional illnesses.
* Experience supervising junior staff or students.
Skills & Abilities
* Understanding of the role of Community Mental Health Teams.
* Up-to-date knowledge of mental health legislation and issues.
Qualifications
* Registered practice and evidence of revalidation.
Important information about working for GMMH:
All positions are subject to pre-employment checks. For details, visit www.nhsemployers.org.
DBS check: Enrolment in the DBS Update Service is required for a fee of £16/year.
Applicants with experience in mental health, learning disabilities, or substance misuse, either as a service user or carer, are encouraged to apply.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
We aim for a diverse workforce and encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
If you'd like an informal chat about the role or need support, please contact us.
Use of AI in applications:
AI assistance is permitted but should be used responsibly. Applications may be reviewed for authenticity.
Sponsorship:
We are an approved sponsor for the Skilled Worker visa. Eligibility criteria apply. Details are available on the UK Government website.
If offered employment and sponsorship is needed, eligibility will be verified. Role eligibility is subject to change based on government regulations.
Experience outside the NHS:
Relevant experience outside NHS will be considered for salary calculation. Contact the Recruitment Team for details.
Note: This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must hold appropriate UK professional registration.
This role requires a DBS disclosure under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) 2020.
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