Community Mental Health Nurse - Dementia
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Job Summary
Dementia - Assessment and Diagnosis (A&D)
Community Mental Health Nurse (Band 5)
1 post is 37.5 hours per week and 1 post is 35 hours per week
We are advertising two posts for Community Mental Health Nurses to work within our Assessment and Diagnosis team. One post will support the 'front door' to Assessment and Diagnosis, working with the team to manage new referrals, providing community-based support to those who have increased needs in a community setting; and one post will be to support patients who are in the post diagnostic period, as clinically indicated.
Job Summary
Dementia - Assessment and Diagnosis (A&D)
Community Mental Health Nurse (Band 5)
We have two positions available: 1 post is 37.5 hours per week and 1 post is 35 hours per week
We are advertising two posts for Community Mental Health Nurses to work within our Assessment and Diagnosis team. One post will support the 'front door' to Assessment and Diagnosis, working with the team to manage new referrals, providing community-based support to those who have increased needs in a community setting; and one post will be to support patients who are in the post diagnostic period, as clinically indicated.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team who ensure the service user, and their family is truly at the centre of everything we do; and we would welcome applications from both experienced and newly qualified nurses. We are looking for caring, compassionate and highly motivated individuals who have a specialist interest in dementia. You will need to have excellent communication skills, be enthusiastic and flexible in your approach, and demonstrate an understanding of the complexities involved in this specialist area.
Main duties of the job
* Undertake nursing assessments and deliver interventions to service users who are waiting for a formal diagnostic appointment
* Support the team in the management of new referrals
* Liaise with referrers, service users and their families
* Liaise with internal and external teams
* Support those in post-diagnostic period where there is a specific need and work in conjunction with our Specialist Dementia Nurse Practitioners
* Involved in service development
About Us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
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Details
Date posted
19 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
301-VA-25-7399385
Job locations
Telford / Shrewsbury - TBC at interview
Hall Court
Telford
TF3 4NF
Job Description
Job responsibilities
For more information relating to these vacancies please see the attached job description and job specification
Job Description
Job responsibilities
For more information relating to these vacancies please see the attached job description and job specification
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
* Registered mental health nurse
Desirable
* Practice Assessor and Supervisor
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working with those with suspected or actual dementia
Desirable
* Experience of working in the community
Knowledge
Essential
* Understanding of dementia assessment tools and diagnostic criteria
Desirable
* Understanding of treatments used in dementia
Person Specification
Essential
* Understanding of dementia assessment tools and diagnostic criteria
Desirable
* Understanding of treatments used in dementia
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).
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.
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
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Telford / Shrewsbury - TBC at interview
Hall Court
Telford
TF3 4NF
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Telford / Shrewsbury - TBC at interview
Hall Court
Telford
TF3 4NF
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Health Care Provider
* Industries
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