Registered Mental Health Nurse (Older People's Community Care)

TN United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Nursing Assistants to join their dedicated team in Derby. This role involves providing high-quality care to older adults with mental health needs, working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. You will be responsible for delivering person-centred care, supporting patients in their daily activities, and ensuring their dignity and recovery. The organization values diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

Generous NHS pension scheme

Health service discounts

Incremental pay progression

Annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development

Access to employee assistance programme

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Care certificate completed is necessary for this role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of person-centred care to patients.
• Support patients with daily living activities and manage difficult situations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Mental Health Experience

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

NVQ 3 Health and Social Care

Care Certificate

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05.05.2025

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Job Description:

Band 3

Main area: Nursing Assistant, Grade: Band 3, Contract: Permanent, Hours: Full time (working varied shifts), Job ref: OPC-3, Site: Older adult wards, Town: Derby, Salary: £, - £, per annum, pro rata, Salary period: Yearly, Closing date: 4th

Nursing Assistant - Older People

Band 3

Main area: Nursing Assistant, Grade: Band 3, Contract: Permanent, Hours: Full time (working varied shifts), Job ref: OPC-3, Site: Older adult wards, Town: Derby, Salary: £, - £, per annum, pro rata, Salary period: Yearly, Closing date: 4th

Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.

We’ve been rated ‘good’ overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.”

We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our “People First Culture” which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.

Job overview

Please note the 4% pay award stated is due to be reflected in pay from October 4, with any arrears due paid in November 4.

We are currently looking to recruit Band 3 Nursing Assistants to work within the Older Adult inpatient wards, caring for Older Adults from Derby and Derbyshire, diagnosed with Organic and Functional mental illness. There are 3 wards on site: Cubley Court Male, Female and Tissington House.

Please be mindful that the wards provide a 24-hour, year-round inpatient service.

Main duties of the job

As a valued member of the team, you will deliver high standards of person-centred care showing empathy, patience and understanding at all times.

We work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, and you will work within the Trust Core Care Standards and always promote independence, recovery, and service user dignity. You would be an active and supportive member of the team.

As a Nursing Assistant, you will be actively involved in delivering direct patient care under the supervision of qualified nurses and be accountable for reporting the care you give to qualified nursing staff.

We offer ongoing training and development, clinical supervision & managerial supervision, and an annual PADR.

Working for our organisation

Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.

CQC rated us as 'GOOD’ overall, commenting on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.”

Benefits include:

• Commitment to flexible working where possible
• Days annual leave per year plus bank holidays, increasing after 5 years & after additional years’ service
• Yearly appraisal and ongoing training
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

• Are you looking for a new exciting opportunity to work in a team where you can continually develop your skills and knowledge base?
• As a Nursing Assistant, you will be completing daily duties including:
• Providing care and support for patients who are acutely mentally unwell
• Spending 1:1 time with patients
• Escorting patients off the ward
• Completing levels of observations with patients
• Engaging patients in therapeutic activities
• Completing physical observations and general physical checks
• Working alongside a multi-disciplinary team to make changes in patients' care
• Supporting patients with their ADLs
• Managing difficult situations
• Providing support to other wards across the unit
• Responding to patients when they are distressed

Person specification

Qualifications/Experience

Essential criteria

• Care certificate completed
• NVQ 3 Health and Social Care

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience in Older people's Care

Skills

Essential criteria

• Communication skills - written and verbal - to be assessed via application form and at interview
• Recent, relevant experience of working within mental health
• Understand and demonstrate the Trust values

Further details / informal visits contact

Name: Cherry Whiteman

Job title: Ward Manager

Email: [additional contact info]

You can contact Jo Broome and Jill Smith as well.

If you have problems applying, contact

Address: Recruitment Team, Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, 1st Floor Kingsway House (Entrance D), Kingsway, Derby, DE 3LZ

Telephone: [phone details], options 1, 1 (please note, my normal working days are Wed, Thu, Fri)