Bank Community Nurse - Assessments
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Bank
- Pattern
- Part-time
- Posted
- 16/09/2026
- Closes
- 30/09/2026
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 Bank Community Nurse role involves completing new patient assessments within the Neighbourhood Mental Health Team in Horsham. The successful candidate will be supported by senior staff and will undertake initial assessments, discussing outcomes with the leadership team. The role offers flexible working hours and the opportunity to gain experience in various settings. It is ideal for a Band 5 RMN looking to contribute to integrated neighbourhood mental health services.
Essential criteria
- Registered Nurse with current registration [mental health/LD/Adult], appropriate to the job role.
- Knowledge/Experience
- Knowledge of MHA (1983/2007).
- Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act (2005), to include practical knowledge of FACE documentation, DOLS and Best Interest decisions
- Child and Adult safe guarding procedures.
- Change management at organising and prioritising their workload.
- Demonstrate ability to enhance care through evidence based knowledge.
- Registered Nurse with current registration [mental health/LD/Adult], appropriate to the job role.
- Knowledge/Experience
- Knowledge of MHA (1983/2007).
- Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act (2005), to include practical knowledge of FACE documentation, DOLS and Best Interest decisions
- Child and Adult safe guarding procedures.
- Change management at organising and prioritising their workload.
- Demonstrate ability to enhance care through evidence based knowledge.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
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Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Bank Community Nurse - Assessments
The closing date is 30 September 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 RMN to join our Neighbourhood Mental Health Team (NHMT) at Horsham on Bank
The main focus of the role will be completing new patient assessments; supported by senior staff
There are lots of benefits to working for our bank. You will:
- Receive many of the same benefits as permanent members of staff, such as a pension, weekly payment, paid training, supervision, paid for Disclosure and Barring Service check.
- Be part of the workforce, not just a temporary worker.
- Benefit from flexible working to suit your lifestyle. You are in charge and can choose to do full-time, part-time or ad-hoc hours. You are in full control and can select your own shifts.
- Gain experience in a wide range of settings, helping to build your own career.
- Get paid at an excellent rate - 12% higher than a comparable permanent role (to account for not receiving holiday pay).
Main duties of the job
To undertake initial assessments and discuss outcomes with the leadership team to agree appropriate next steps. To escalate identified risks through established multidisciplinary team forums, including daily huddles, zoning meetings and multi-agency team meetings. To participate in regular clinical, professional and manage
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