Senior Staff Nurse

Devon Partnership NHS Trust; Dawlish; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health care is seeking a Senior Staff Nurse to lead a dedicated team at their Additional Support Unit in Exeter. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will manage nursing staff, uphold high standards of care, and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. The trust is committed to ongoing training and career progression within a supportive environment, valuing diversity and encouraging applications from all backgrounds. If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Flexible working options

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Professional degree-level Mental Health / RNLD Nursing qualification.
• Registration with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the inpatient unit and oversee nursing staff.
• Ensure high standards of nursing care in line with evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with carers and agencies to promote mental health and wellbeing.

Skills

Nursing Management

Mental Health Knowledge

Legal Framework Knowledge

Evidence-Based Practices

Education

Degree in Mental Health Nursing

Job description

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Job Summary

Are you looking for a career in one of the UK's most respected mental health and learning disability trusts? Would you like to be part of a dedicated team committed to making a difference in people's lives for a better future? This role initially involves working at the Additional Support Unit (ASU) in Exeter for adults with learning disabilities, and from mid-2025, at the new Regional Learning Disability and Autism Unit in Dawlish.

Main Duties

1. Lead and manage the inpatient unit, including nursing staff, students, and support staff, and oversee the unit in the absence of the service manager.
2. Work a 24-hour flexible rota.
3. Adhere to NICE and NMC guidelines, trust policies, and safeguarding protocols.
4. Contribute as a proactive member of the multidisciplinary team, with knowledge of relevant legal frameworks such as the Mental Health Act 1983 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
5. Assist in setting standards, promoting change, and developing nursing practices, including supervision and audits.
6. Deputize for the service manager when necessary.
7. Ensure high standards of nursing care in line with evidence-based practices and trust policies.
8. Collaborate with carers, relatives, and other agencies to promote mental health, wellbeing, independence, and community inclusion.

Qualifications

• Professional degree-level Mental Health / RNLD Nursing qualification and registration with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

Additional Information

This role offers opportunities for career progression, ongoing training, and development in a supportive environment. The trust values diversity and encourages applications from all community sections, especially those with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity, or learning disabilities. Part-time and flexible working options are supported.