Job summary
- Main area
- Community Mental Health Nurse / Practitioner
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 425-25-7377716
- Employer
- Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Centenary House
- Town
- Sheffield
- Salary
- £38,682 - £46,580 per annum, pro rata for part time
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 24/08/2025 23:59
Employer heading

Community Mental Health Nurse/Practitioner
Band 6
Job overview
Permanent | 37.5 hours per week
We are excited to expand our CAMHS Duty team and are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced mental health nurse/practitioner to join us. If you're passionate about supporting young people with complex mental health needs, this is a great opportunity for personal and professional growth.
We are looking for someone who has:
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Experience working within a CAMHS/mental health setting
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Therapeutic skills to build positive relationships.
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Understanding of the complex needs and risks faced by young people.
We offer a supportive induction and a welcoming team environment, and look forward to receiving your application!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Clinical Nurse Specialist, your responsibilities will include:
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Manage your own caseload, conducting initial and comprehensive assessments, especially for those presenting high risk or experiencing rapid mental health deterioration.
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Daily referrals meetings, where all CAMHS referrals are triaged as part of an multidisciplinary team.
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Consultation calls to support young people awaiting initial assessments and professionals needing referrals.
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Rapid response appointments for high-risk young people, offering follow-up support
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Help develop care plans in collaboration with young people, including the views of families/carers, where appropriate.
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Supervise and support junior colleagues
Working for our organisation
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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
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 [email protected]. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person specification
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
- Self- Management and organisation
- Excellent Communication / interpersonal skills (verbal and written)
- Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle
- Commitment to: CAMHS Self and service development Flexible practice Flexible working patterns Management of change
Desirable criteria
- Conflict resolution
- Leadership
Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
- RMN / RN (Mental Health), Occupational Therapist, Social Worker
- Post registration clinical training relevant to CAMHS / Mental Health
- Teaching and Assessing ENB 998 / Mentorship or equivalent
Desirable criteria
- Degree in relevant subject
- Additional Vocational training courses
Experience
Essential criteria
- Significant Post registration experience within a CAMHS / Mental Health setting
Desirable criteria
- Auditing clinical standards
- Utilisation of research in practice
Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of a range of a therapeutic interventions
- Legal Frameworks relevant to CAMHS
- Health and Safety
- Risk assessment / management
- Current CAMHS practice / issues
Desirable criteria
- Current Nursing / Health Issues
- Clinical governance
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Laura Armstrong-Payne
- Job title
- Matron
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0114 3053218
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