Community Mental Health Practitioner (CPN)

NHS; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare foundation trust in Guildford is seeking an experienced community mental health nurse. You will manage a defined caseload, deliver high-quality services, and support individuals in crisis. The ideal candidate will have RMN/RN qualifications and substantial experience in community mental health. This is a full-time, permanent role offering a salary between £40,617 and £48,778 annually.

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with relevant qualifications.
• Experience working with individuals in a community setting.
• Capacity for clinical supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a defined caseload of service users.
• Conduct initial assessments and support mental health crises.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Assessment Skills

Crisis Intervention

Education

Qualified RMN/RN (Mental Health)

NMC Registration

Job description

Overview

Guildford Community Mental Health Recovery Service (CMHRS) is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic community mental health nurse (CPN) to join our team. The successful applicant will deliver comprehensive assessments and a variety of approaches, interventions, and treatments to individuals experiencing severe and enduring mental health issues, supporting them in their personal recovery journey. Travel across the trust is essential due to the community-based nature of this role.

Responsibilities

• Take lead and professional responsibility for a defined caseload of service users.
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver a high-quality service, working independently and as part of a recovery-focused team to meet the needs of service users and their carers.
• Conduct initial assessments for clients referred to the service.
• Support individuals experiencing mental health crises in the community.
• Engage in various training opportunities to enhance skills in delivering low-intensity psychological interventions.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of health and social care services for people of all ages with mental ill-health and learning disabilities in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We also provide social care services for people with learning disabilities in Croydon, and ASD and ADHD assessment services in Hampshire. We are committed to community engagement and collaboration with NHS and voluntary sector organisations to support service users and carers.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Qualified RMN/RN (Mental Health)
• NMC Registration

Experience

• Demonstrable post-qualification experience working with individuals with mental health needs in the community
• Aware of personal and professional boundaries
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Clinical supervision training

Desirable

• Successful completion of Mentorship course

Note: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a disclosure check. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Details

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change • Band 6 • Salary £40,617 to £48,778 per year (incl 5% Fringe HCAS, pro-rata)

Contract: Permanent • Working pattern: Full-time

Location: Guildford Community Mental Health Recovery Service, The Redwood Centre, Farnham Road Hospital, Guildford, GU2 7LX

Reference: 325-7425267-COMM

Date posted: 05 September 2025

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. The post may be subject to sponsorship limitations.