Band 6 Enhanced Care Shift Leader

CROYDON HEALTH SERVICES NHS TRUST; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in England is seeking a senior Mental Health or Learning Disability nurse to provide clinical leadership and mentorship. You will drive safety, oversee junior staff, and enhance patient experiences in a diverse environment. The role holds significant responsibility in operational delivery and fosters a culture of continuous improvement and staff engagement. Candidates must have prior experience in nursing, showcasing strong leadership skills. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make an impactful difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience as a senior Mental Health or Learning Disability nurse.
• Proven clinical leadership abilities.
• Strong mentorship and supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical leadership and oversight during shifts.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff.
• Coordinate patient flow and conduct assessments.

Job description

Are you a senior Mental Health or Learning Disability nurse ready to step up and make a real impact? At Croydon University Hospital, we are investing in our people and our patients. This is your chance to take the lead. You will be the go‑to clinical expert on shift, driving safety, mentoring junior staff, and shaping outstanding patient experiences. It is more than a role, it is an opportunity to inspire your team and define excellence in care.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical leadership and oversight during shifts, acting as the senior point of contact.
• Mentor, support, and supervise junior staff, fostering a positive learning environment.
• Coordinate patient flow within the team and multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Conduct rapid assessments of deteriorating patients and elevate care appropriately.
• Champion safety, ensuring adherence to clinical standards and policies.
• Manage complex situations and clinical incidents, ensuring robust documentation.
• Role‑model exceptional, compassionate care and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Optimise resource allocation and support the Team Lead and Associate Director of Nursing for People with Mental Health Needs in daily operational delivery.

Croydon is a busy, exciting and diverse place to work. The borough has one of the youngest populations in London and continues to grow. We are a very close‑knit and friendly organisation where every one of our 3,600 members of staff is valued. We strongly believe that our employees are our greatest asset and so through Listening into Action – our way of engaging staff – we empower everyone at any level to initiate and bring about real improvements in our care.

If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.