Role Overview We are seeking a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to establish and lead our in-school clinical mental health provision. This is a unique and vital post designed to bridge the gap between pastoral care and specialist clinical services for our secondary school students (ages 11-18) in Blackpool. You will be the dedicated clinical expert, responsible for providing high-quality, evidence-based early intervention and therapeutic support, managing clinical risk, and consulting with staff on complex mental health needs. Key Responsibilities: Clinical Practice and Case Management Triage and Assessment: Conduct initial clinical assessments and risk screening for students referred with emerging mental health issues (e.g., self-harm, anxiety, depression). Therapeutic Intervention: Deliver short-term, focused therapeutic interventions (e.g., CBT-informed techniques) on a one-to-one or small group basis. Referral Gateway: Act as the primary link for timely and appropriate referral to external services, including CAMHS, and coordinate care plans with external professionals. Risk Management: Develop, document, and review robust risk assessments and safety plans for high-risk students in collaboration with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) team. Consultation and Training Staff Consultation: Provide expert clinical guidance and advice to the school's Pastoral Team, SENCO, and teaching staff on effectively supp...