Community Mental Health Practitioner | Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust in Middleton

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Heywood & Middleton Community Mental Health Team for a Community Mental Health Nurse. The role involves providing mental health care to working‑age adults with moderate to severe mental health problems across a wide range of presenting conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver mental health care to patients under secondary care, including assessment, risk management, and care planning.
• Conduct evidence‑based therapeutic interventions and provide direct assistance, education, and emotional support to promote re‑enablement and recovery.
• Assess and review needs, formulate and implement care plans, monitor progress, and evaluate outcomes.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous electronic records in line with Trust documentation standards and Information Governance guidelines.
• Liaise with all agencies, multidisciplinary team members, and clients’ carers; provide written and verbal feedback to clients, carers, and relevant professionals.
• Carry out clinic duties such as administration of depot injections and other medication management as required.
• Participate in the CMHT’s duty system on a rota basis and respond promptly to urgent clinical needs, including crisis situations.
• Promote physical health and wellbeing and support clients in maintaining a persistent approach to engagement.
• Adhere to current legislative frameworks, including the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act, and observe safeguarding procedures.
• Manage resources efficiently and maintain an accurate diary of appointments, expenses, and activity records for audit purposes.
• Engage in clinical supervision, annual IPDR process, and continuous professional development to meet professional standards.
• Participate in quality improvement activities such as clinical audit and service development initiatives.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or equivalent professional registration.
• Experience in a relevant area of mental health practice.
• Current driving licence or supported driver with access to a vehicle.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and evidence‑based practice.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement (Agenda for Change and Medical/Dental staff).
• Flexible working opportunities to support work/life balance.
• Access to continued professional development and research activities.
• Health and wellbeing activities with an excellent staff wellbeing service.
• Staff discounts across retail, leisure, and travel.

Equal Opportunities

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion, belief, marriage, or civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.