Senior Mental Health Nurse

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Swindon; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a Senior Mental Health Nurse (Band 6) for Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. The role is based in an 8-bed PICU, providing assessment and treatment for inpatients aged 18 and over in mental health crisis.

You will work within a fast-paced environment, lead a multidisciplinary team, and deliver recovery-focused care with emphasis on risk management and person-centred approaches. Training, supervision and annual appraisals are available.

Qualifications

• Current professional registration with NMC.
• Postgraduate qualification or specialist training in relevant subject or equivalent experience.
• Mentoring qualification or willingness to work towards this.
• Experience of working with patients with complex and challenging needs.

Responsibilities

• Work within a multidisciplinary ward team and communicate effectively.
• Deliver least restrictive, recovery-focused interventions and manage risk.
• Provide personalised care and reflect on practice; lead and supervise others.

Skills

Leadership and supervision

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork in MDT

Least restrictive care focus

Risk assessment

Education

NMC registration

Postgraduate qualification or specialist training

Mentoring qualification

Job description

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Mental Health Nurse

The closing date is 22 November 2026

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and passionate Band 6 nurse to join our team working within an 8 bedded PICU that provides assessment and treatment for inpatients aged 18 and over, presenting with a mental health crisis.

This role is not for the faint-hearted, it will be challenging and pressurised; but ultimately it will be extremely rewarding and have an emphasis on providing a therapeutic environment which promotes the principles of person centred care that is least restrictive and recovery focused.

Main duties of the job

The post requires an individual with strong communication skills who has the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary ward team. This role requires someone who can work under pressure and be adaptable.

Applicants must have relevant experience of working within a mental health setting, be flexible, hardworking and compassionate with a desire to work in a fast pace environment.

You will be confident in delivering least restrictive, recovery focussed interventions, giving consideration to risk management and adapting to ensure care is personalised to meet individual need.

You will need to be a versatile practitioner who is committed to delivering a quality service, you will be reflective, articulate and an excellent team player. You will need to demonstrate skills in leadership and supervision.

You will have access to training and development opportunities, annual appraisals and clinical supervision.

About us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

• Current professional registration - NMC
• Post graduate qualification or specialist training in relevant subject or equivalent relevant experience
• Mentoring qualification or being willing to work towards this qualification
• Experience of working with patients with complex and challenging needs
• Working knowledge & experience of the mental health act and other legislation

Skills and Aptitude

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An ability to act calmly in emergencies and to respond in a professional manner
• Strong commitment to teaching and learning

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust