Community Mental Health Nurse/ Practitioner
Job Description
Job summary
Permanent
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Community Mental Health Nurse / Practitioner to join our newly developing Enhanced Support Team within Community CAMHS.
This role has been created to improve access for children and young people who experience barriers to traditional clinic-based care. The team works flexibly and creatively across community settings, supporting young people within their wider systems.
You will be part of a close-knit, multi-disciplinary team where responsibility is shared and held collectively. Many young people present with high levels of vulnerability, complexity, and risk (to self, others, and from others); however, this is held within a coordinated, supportive team approach rather than in isolation.
The role emphasises multi-agency collaboration, working with families, education, social care, and partner agencies to develop shared understandings and psychologically informed care plans that promote relational care.
As the team is still developing, there is genuine opportunity to shape ways of working, team culture, and approaches to engagement, risk, and intervention.
We are particularly interested in practitioners who demonstrate a strong values base, including trauma-informed, relationship-based practice; a systemic perspective; confidence working flexibly beyond traditional models; collaborative, team-based thinking; respect for multi-agency expertise; and a belief in the potential for change, even in complex situations.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Clinical Nurse Specialist , some of your responsibilities will include:
- Manage and take responsibility for an individual case load as an autonomous practitioner.
- Undertake comprehensive assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation of care and treatment packages.
- Deliver a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions to children, young people and families.
- Work in close partnership with colleagues across Specialist CAMHS, education, social care and other agencies to provide holistic, joined-up care.
- Contribute actively to multi-disciplinary team (MDT) working, service development and team effectiveness.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2234 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RMN / RN (Mental Health), Occupational Health Therapist, Social Worker
- Post registration clinical training relevant to CAMHS / Mental Health
- Teaching and Assessing ENB 998 / Mentorship or equivalent
Desirable
- Degree in relevant subject
- Additional vocational training courses
- Solution focused, CBT, Motivational interviewing
Experience
Essential
- Significant Post registration experience within a CAMHS / Mental Health setting
- Experience of mental health assessment, treatment and evaluation
- Experience of multi-agency liaison
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Supervision of less experienced staff
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Broad knowledge and application of assessments and a range of therapeutic interventions deliverable to young people and families
- Application of Health, Safety and Risk Management policies
- Knowledge of a legal frameworks and practice relevant to CAMHS
- IT literacy
Desirable
- An interest in the appropriate National Service Framework for the clinical area, and government policies and guidelines
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and its application
- Auditing clinical standards
- Utilisation of research in practice
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Self-Management and organisation
- Excellent Communication / interpersonal skills (verbal and written)
- Liaison, negotiation and influencing
- Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle
- Commitment to: CAMHS, self and service development, flexible practice, flexible working patterns and management change
- Personal integrity and credibility
- Physically able to carry out the duties of the post
Desirable
- Conflict resolution
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Centenary House
55 Albert Terrace Road
Sheffield
S6 3BR
United Kingdom
