Senior Practitioner

NHS; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A national health service provider in Macclesfield is seeking a Senior Practitioner, Band 6 Nurse to lead a supportive team in developing complex care plans. The ideal candidate will hold a first level nursing degree and have experience in challenging behaviour and mental health. This full-time role includes a shift system and offers a salary ranging from £38,682 to £46,580 per annum.

Qualifications

• First level registered nurse (RNLD or RNMH).
• First level Degree.
• Post-registration qualification in autism, mental health, or mentor qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of complex care plans for service users.
• Support the Clinical Lead and Unit Manager with team development.
• Collaborate with individual service users and key stakeholders.

Skills

Nursing skills

Team leadership

Person-centred care

Supervisory skills

Education

First level registered nurse (RNLD or RNMH)

First level Degree

Post-registration qualification in challenging behaviour

Job description

Job Summary

Senior Practitioner, Band 6 Nurse to join the Greenways Assessment and Treatment Unit team in Macclesfield.

We provide a supportive team with opportunities to progress and develop your career.

Shortlisting to commence 25th November 2025.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of complex care plans for service users and the nursing team.
• Work within a multi‑professional framework, supporting the Clinical Lead and Unit Manager with supervision and team development.
• Collaborate with individual service users, carers and all key stakeholders to deliver person‑centred care.
• Ensure care is based on a collaborative ethos, utilising the 6 Cs – Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, Commitment.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications

• First level registered nurse (RNLD or RNMH).
• First level Degree.
• Post‑registration qualification in challenging behaviour, autism, mental health or mentor qualification.

Essential Knowledge & Expertise

• Awareness of current issues and relevant legislation.
• Appreciation of governance and participation in service developments.
• Quality and service improvement initiatives.

Essential Experience

• Experience working with adults with a learning disability within an assessment and treatment/respite setting.
• Direct experience with clients with complex needs (challenging behaviour, epilepsy, mental health problems, continuing health care).

Pay & Contract

Band 6 – £38,682 to £46,580 per annum.

Permanent, full‑time, shift system across the 24/7 spectrum.

Location: Greenways Assessment and Treatment Unit, Leabank Close, Macclesfield, SK118HE.

Contact: Unit Manager, Marie Joyce.