Staff Nurse – Mental Health/LD, Low Secure Ward

Priory; Ayr; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced maternity pay

Birthday Holiday - extra day off

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits (gym, tech, private

IPD sponsorship and leadership courses

Development opportunities

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Hospital Ayr Clinic is recruiting a Staff Nurse in Mental Health or Learning Disability to join our team. The role is in a low secure ward with rotational day/night shifts on a two-week cycle, offering a competitive salary (£39,176 - £41,596 per year) plus a £5,000 welcome bonus and relocation support up to £3,000.

Access to vehicle recommended given Ayr location. The post requires active NMC registration, a minimum of 12 months post-registration experience, and CPD.

Qualifications

• Qualified Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse with active NMC registration.
• Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working within a mental health care environment.
• Good understanding of NMC guidelines, requirements and professional standards.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude with a commitment to change, improvement and delivering high-quality care.
• Ability to work flexibly and use innovative approaches to care.

Responsibilities

• You will be part of a compassionate team delivering prescribed nursing care safely and effectively.
• Maintain a safe and supportive care environment and exercise professional accountability.
• Respond effectively to changing environments while upholding high standards of care.
• Work on the low secure forensic ward with rotational shifts over a two-week period.
• Day and night shifts on a two-week pattern with blocks.

Job description

Priory Hospital Ayr Clinic is recruiting a Staff Nurse in Mental Health or Learning Disability to join our team. The role is in a low secure ward with rotational day/night shifts on a two-week cycle, offering a competitive salary (£39,176 - £41,596 per year) plus a £5,000 welcome bonus and relocation support up to £3,000.

Access to vehicle recommended given Ayr location. The post requires active NMC registration, a minimum of 12 months post-registration experience, and CPD.