Memory Nurse

NHS; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Huddersfield is seeking a Band 5 nurse to support a multidisciplinary team focused on memory assessment. The ideal candidate will have a registered mental health nurse qualification and strong skills in care planning and risk management. This full-time role, covering North and South Kirklees, offers opportunities for professional development and reflective practice in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with current UK professional registration.
• Assessment and care-planning skills; risk assessment and risk management.
• Competence in all aspects of care and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Undertake initial assessments and formulate care plans.
• Provide clinical decision-making in line with leadership.
• Collaborate with the team for seamless service delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent working

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Care planning

Risk management

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Job Summary

Kirklees Memory Assessment Service is recruiting a Band 5 nurse to work 37.5 hours per week at Folly Hall in Huddersfield, covering North and South Kirklees. The full-time post supports a multidisciplinary team of Memory Nurses, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Social Care Professionals and Occupational Therapists with access to Dietetics and Psychology.

The Service has achieved third MSNAP accreditation and a Sustainable Mental Health Service Commendation. All employees are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Main Duties

As a Band 5 nurse the candidate will:

• Undertake initial assessments of service users and formulate care plans.
• Provide intervention work, risk management and clinical decision‑making in line with leadership.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Participate in reflective practice, nursing research and clinical supervision.
• Attend the team duty rota and manage enquiries and direct referrals in accordance with the Operational Policy.

Experience of working within community settings is advantageous. A full UK driving licence and use of own car are essential.

• This role meets UK Visas and Immigration sponsorship requirements at the time of advertising.

Person Specification

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with current UK professional registration.
• Assessment and care‑planning skills; risk assessment and risk management.
• Competence in all aspects of care and risk management within the Care Programme Approach.
• Good communication skills, ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
• Current driving licence and access to a car during working hours.

Desirable

• Post‑basic qualification and training relevant to memory assessment.
• Experience of mentoring or supervising students/trainees.
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Health & Safety, Care Act, Safeguarding, and clinical governance.
• Evidence of using IT systems and audit processes.
• Awareness of cultural diversity and ability to incorporate it into care planning.

Disclosures and Registration

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer Details

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust Folly Hall Mills St Thomas Road Huddersfield HD1 3LT Website: https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk