Mental Health Registered Nurse

Marva Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Guaranteed hours contract

Additional shifts available

4-week rotas in advance

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Access to holiday pot

24/7 operational support

Job summary

Marva Group is seeking a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) in Manchester to provide nurse-led, person-centred care for young adults and children with mental health needs in the community.

You will assess, plan, and deliver treatments, support families, and work with MDTs to improve wellbeing and independence in community settings.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and a calm, compassionate approach.
• Experience supporting young adults and children with mental health needs.
• Ability to work with challenging behaviours and safeguarding vulnerable individuals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality mental health nursing care in line with best practice.
• Conduct clinical assessments, risk assessments, and care planning.
• Support and monitor medication management and clinical interventions.
• Apply de-escalation and therapeutic communication techniques.
• Maintain accurate digital clinical records and care plans.
• Collaborate with families and MDTs to ensure positive outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Resilience

Clinical assessment

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care

First Aid training

Tools

Digital care planning systems

Job description

Join Our Team as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) in Manchester

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) looking for a rewarding role supporting young adults and children with mental health needs in the Manchester community?

We are a leading care provider seeking a skilled RMN to deliver high-quality, person-centred clinical care to individuals with complex mental health conditions and challenging behaviours. This role is ideal for a nurse who is empathetic, resilient, and passionate about helping individuals improve their wellbeing while supporting them to live safely and independently in the community.

What We Offer Our Nursing Team

We recognise the value of our clinical staff and offer a supportive and rewarding package:

• A competitive salary
• Guaranteed hours contract
• Additional shifts available
• Rotas issued 4 weeks in advance
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive management and clear career progression opportunities
• Access to your holiday pot at any time - release funds when you need them
• 24/7 operational support - always someone available to help

Essential Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) qualification
• Active NMC registration
• Minimum 12 months’ experience supporting young adults and children with mental health needs
• Experience working with challenging behaviours and safeguarding vulnerable individuals
• Confidence using digital care systems and clinical documentation
• Excellent communication skills with a calm, compassionate approach
• Current PMVA certificate
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable

• Experience working in community-based mental health services
• Additional training in trauma-informed care or behavioural support

If you are an RMN passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people and their families, we would love to hear from you. Join a team that values compassion, professionalism, and high-quality care.

About The Role

Your Responsibilities as a Registered Mental Health Nurse

In this vital clinical role, you will provide professional nursing support to young adults and children with mental health needs, helping to improve their wellbeing and quality of life.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering high-quality mental health nursing care in line with best practice and clinical guidelines.
• Conducting clinical assessments, risk assessments, and care planning for individuals with mental health needs.
• Supporting and monitoring medication management and clinical interventions where required.
• Applying de-escalation and therapeutic communication techniques to manage challenging behaviours safely.
• Maintaining accurate digital clinical records, care plans, and incident reports.
• Working collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals, and multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure positive outcomes for service users.
• Promoting recovery, independence, and emotional wellbeing through person-centred care approaches.

Required Criteria

• Confidence in using digital care planning systems.
• Excellent communication skills and a calm, resilient and professional attitude.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Desired Criteria

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Adults or Children).
• Current First Aid training.

Salary

£26.00 - £28.00 per hour