Community Mental Health Nurse
At a glance
- Band
- Band 6
- Pattern
- part-time
Sponsorship verdict
This contract type is not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
NHS Trusts cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for part-time, bank, locum, zero-hours, job-share or short fixed-term (under 12 months) contracts under current Home Office rules. This applies even when the wider Trust holds a Skilled Worker licence.
Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse within the Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) at East Lothian Community Hospital. The role involves providing high-quality assessment, care planning, intervention, and review for individuals with complex mental health needs in the community. You will work autonomously, coordinate care, and contribute to multidisciplinary decision-making, promoting recovery and social inclusion. The post holder will also offer specialist advice, clinical leadership, and support junior staff and students.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
This advert: £43,231 – £52,679 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
258729
Salary:
Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
Job closing date:
18/09/2026
Job Type:
Nursing and Midwifery
Location:
East Lothian Community Hospital
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
36
Job posted date:
04/09/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Lothian
Department:
ELCH Community Mental Health Team
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