Community Mental Health Nurse (CMHN) - Community Mental Health Team B6

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Glasgow seeks a Registered Mental Health Nurse to manage a personal caseload in a community setting. This position involves coordinating care delivery and providing direct patient care, along with supervising junior staff. Candidates must be fully qualified with a Live NMC UK pin and demonstrate excellent communication skills. A current driving licence is required. Join a diverse workforce and contribute to supporting individuals with complex mental health needs.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Live NMC UK pin.
• Qualified as a Registered Mental Health Nurse.
• Experience in a mental health setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload under the supervision of the Nurse Team Leader.
• Coordinate care delivery and provide direct care via one-to-one sessions.
• Supervise junior staff and take charge in the absence of the Nurse Team Leader.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Experience with complex mental health needs

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Live NMC UK pin

Job description

Position Overview

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

We are seeking a Registered Mental Health Nurse with a strong interest in working with individuals with complex mental health needs in a community setting. This post has a shift pattern of Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 17:00. Please be advised that, effective 1 April 2026, the full‑time working hours for all Agenda for Change posts will be reduced to 36 hours.

You will be responsible for managing your own caseload under the direct supervision from the Nurse Team Leader. You will coordinate care delivery and provide direct care via one‑to‑one sessions, treatment clinics and Resource Centre Duty. You will provide skilled nursing support and effective care planning, implementation and evaluation of agreed interventions under the supervision of the nurse team leader. You will provide supervision to junior staff and take charge in the absence of the Nurse Team Leader. A current driving licence is required for the post.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload under the supervision of the Nurse Team Leader.
• Coordinate care delivery and provide direct care via one‑to‑one sessions, treatment clinics and Resource Centre Duty.
• Provide skilled nursing support and effective care planning, implementation and evaluation of agreed interventions under supervision of the nurse team leader.
• Supervise junior staff and act as Team Leader in their absence.

Requirements

• Live NMC UK pin.
• Registered Mental Health Nurse.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with experience in a mental health setting.
• A current driving licence.
• PVG Scheme membership or Disclosure Scotland check.
• Experience working with complex mental health needs in a community setting.

Contact Information

Informal Contact: Victoria McCallum, Nurse Team Lead, 0141 211 7000, [e-mail]

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Ensuring Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde – NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

Application Process

Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third‑party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply may result in your application being withdrawn.

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