Senior Mental Health Nurse

Position

Senior Mental Health Nurse – HMP Highpoint (Category C Prison, Stradishall, Suffolk)

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessment and ongoing management of patients’ mental health needs.
• Work collaboratively with the multi‑disciplinary team as an autonomous practitioner, managing a caseload of patients and developing holistic health care plans that address physical, social and psychological needs.
• Contribute to the nursing strategy and vision by providing evidence‑based care, actively seeking and acting on patient feedback to ensure care is personalised.
• Deliver non‑judgemental care, build therapeutic relationships and promote professional boundaries.
• Play an active part in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care in accordance with policies and procedures, always considering safeguarding.

Working Hours

• Monday – Sunday service, 37.5 hours per week.
• Core shift: 08:00 – 17:00.
• Weekends on a rota basis; 4‑week rolling rota.
• Open to discussion of lower hours.

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary: £43,609 – £49,175, depending on experience.

• Free on‑site gym.
• Free parking.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Up to 4% pension contribution.
• Up to 4 weeks of occupation sick pay.
• Support from the wider team.
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when needed.
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities.

Candidate Requirements

• Occupational Therapist or Social Worker – HCPC / NMC Registered.
• Experience working within mental health settings, with knowledge and understanding of the patient group.
• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Experience of collaborating with other agencies and stakeholders in a multi‑disciplinary environment.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Additional Information

Employment subject to additional vetting and security checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

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