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Please Note:
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK independently, with a visa or immigration status that allows them to fulfil the full duration and type of contract offered. The Trust is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Registered Mental Health Nurse to support and lead the development of pathways and care for children and young people with mental health difficulties at Darent Valley Hospital. We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and innovative nurse to join our CYP Service to work as part of our specialist nursing team supporting areas within the hospital where children and young adults may go.

The successful candidate will work across CYP services providing leadership in terms of clinical, specialist and holistic support/advice to children and young people with a variety of mental health problems. The post holder will provide relevant specialist mental health training, supervision and debriefing, and acting as the interface between CYP ED, PAU and paediatric and adult wards, and specialist mental health services

This post will play a key role in leading and supporting staff with the management of patients experiencing mental health difficulties and providing expert clinical knowledge in the management of mental health issues for children and young people and their families.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

This post is crucial in raising awareness and promoting a wider understanding of Mental Health for CYP, requiring an evidence-based approach to education.

We are looking for you to apply if you are a motivated clinical nurse, with knowledge and experience in children and young people’s mental health problems in an acute or primary care setting. You will have excellent interpersonal, IT and communication skills with the ability to organise, manage and plan your own workload effectively. You will be dedicated and passionate in your role working with children and young people whilst demonstrating excellent leadership and team working. You will be energetic and dedicated in working as an advocate in support of our children, young people and their families.

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We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you’ll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we’ve achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.