Liaison & Diversion Mental Health Nurse

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a qualified Band 6 Mental Health Nurse to join the Cambridgeshire Liaison and Diversion Service. The post involves working in police custody units and magistrates' courts across the county, with potential locations in Cambridge or Peterborough.

The role requires travel around the county, independent work with support from police, court and probation staff, and driving to meet tight deadlines. A full UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Band 6 Mental Health Nurse required.
• Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.
• Willingness to travel across the county to courts and custody locations.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess service users in police custody and courts.
• Provide vulnerability screens and appropriate signposting to services.
• Deliver teaching and awareness sessions with partners to support risk management.
• Work autonomously within host environments while coordinating with police, court and probation staff.

Skills

Mental Health Nursing

Court/ custody liaison

Driving licence

Job description

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a qualified Band 6 Mental Health Nurse to join the Cambridgeshire Liaison and Diversion Service. The post involves working in police custody units and magistrates' courts across the county, with potential locations in Cambridge or Peterborough.

The role requires travel around the county, independent work with support from police, court and probation staff, and driving to meet tight deadlines. A full UK driving licence is essential.