Community Mental Health Nurse
At a glance
- Band
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 09/09/2026
- Closes
- 23/09/2026
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Role summary
This role is for a dedicated Community Mental Health Nurse to support adults aged 18 and up through their recovery journey. You will conduct comprehensive, person-centered nursing assessments, collaborate with service users and a multi-disciplinary team to create care plans, and ensure clinical excellence aligned with NICE guidance. The position also involves mentoring, leading practice, and contributing to service evolution through clinics and quality improvement initiatives. A full, valid UK driving licence and access to a car for business purposes are essential.
Essential criteria
- Registered Mental Health Nurse with NMC
- Practice Assessor
- Completed Preceptorship
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of continuing professional development within mental health field.
- Completed Edward Jenner Programme
- Significant experience at Band 5
- Evidence of post qualifying continued learning
- Experience of working within the NHS.
- Knowledge and Skills
- Good knowledge and practice of IT skills
- Competent in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care
- Medication and physical health competencies
- Training,Qualifications and Registration.
- Registered Mental Health Nurse with NMC
- Practice Assessor
- Completed Preceptorship
- Evidence of continuing professional development within mental health field.
- Completed Edward Jenner Programme
- Significant experience at Band 5
- Evidence of post qualifying continued learning
- Experience of working within the NHS.
- Knowledge and Skills
- Good knowledge and practice of IT skills
- Competent in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care
- Medication and physical health competencies
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
This advert: £39,959 – £48,117 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust
Community Mental Health Nurse
The closing date is 23 September 2026
Job summary
Are you a dedicated nurse who looks beyond the diagnosis?
We are an all-age service, supporting adults from 18 years and up through every stage of their recovery journey.
What You'll Be Doing
Comprehensive Care: You'll lead systematic nursing assessments that consider the "whole person"--including their culture, environment, and psychology.
Collaborative Planning: Working side-by-side with service users, their carers, and a multi-disciplinary team, you'll co-create person-centered care plans that actually mean something to the individual.
Clinical Excellence: You'll act as a mentor and leader, ensuring our practice stays in line with NICE guidance while delivering hands-on care and evaluation.
Service Evolution: From facilitating Depot and Clozapine clinics to driving Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives, you'll help us constantly find better ways to serve our community.
What We're Looking For
A Holistic Thinker: Someone who understands that health is influenced by everything from social factors to spiritual needs.
A Natural Leader: You're comfortable guiding best practices and supporting your teammates.
The Essentials: Valid nursing registration and a solid understanding of NICE guidelines and multi-agency working.
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