Senior Mental Health Nurse

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Mental Health Nurse

The closing date is 17 March 2026

Join our committed team at Sapphire Lodge, where we provide expert assessment, collaborative care, and therapeutic treatment for young people facing mental health challenges, including low mood, anxiety, psychosis, eating disorders, autism spectrum conditions, and more.

You will provide clinical leadership and oversight to a compassionate inpatient team, contributing to the creation and implementation of personalised care plans. You will also deputise for the Clinical Nurse Manager and support the professional development of your colleagues.

About You:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or Registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD)
• Significant experience in mental health or learning disabilities, with a strong grasp of therapeutic approaches, mental health conditions, and risk management strategies

If you\’re passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people with mental health needs, we\’d love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Clinical Nurse Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Oversee the development and implementation of individualised care, treatment, and safety plans in collaboration with the MDT.
• Provide clinical advice, supervision, and support to staff, including organising rotas and mentoring student nurses.
• Contribute to Lodge leadership by assessing admission suitability, supporting safe discharge, and use clinical and risk assessment skills to maintain a safe environment.
• Support daily operations, including clinical supervision, the implementation of physical containment or de-escalation techniques, and the undertaking of delegated clinical care tasks.
• Promote clinical excellence through participation in clinical governance activities, audits, and quality improvement projects.

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 2237 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

Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone\’s 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 scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we\’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

• Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or Registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD)
• Current registration with NMC
• Teaching/Mentoring/Practice Supervisor and Assessor qualification
• Demonstrates a commitment to professional development.
• Relevant Post Basic registration Course
• Leadership and Management training

Experience

• Substantial experience within mental health/learning disability
• Mentoring experience with nursing students and training/development teaching of junior colleagues

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of mental health conditions, therapeutic interventions, and risk management strategies
• Knowledge of legal frameworks relevant to CAMHS
• Ability to dynamically risk assess clinical situations and respond appropriately.
• Ability to manage complex and challenging situations with empathy
• Ability to organise and delegate workload within a team to meet deadlines
• Able to use own initiative and problem solve
• Ability to use Microsoft Office packages and different electronic systems.
• Experience in Nursing Speciality of ward or department
• Restraint and reducing restrictive interventions training

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.

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Becton Centre for Children and Young People

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata if part time

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

425-25-7623342-B

Job locations

Becton Centre for Children and Young People