Job Overview
The Beacon is LPT’s purpose-built CAMHS inpatient unit for young people aged 13–18 who need specialist support during crisis or complex mental health presentations. Located on the Glenfield Hospital site, it provides a safe, calm, therapeutic environment with ensuite bedrooms, sensory rooms, therapy spaces and landscaped outdoor areas. An on-site school, run by the Children’s Hospital School, ensures education continues during admission.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to young people experiencing acute mental health needs, including assessments, care planning, and delivery.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, teachers and support staff to deliver holistic, person‑centred care.
- Help maintain a safe and therapeutic environment, support de‑escalation, respond to risk and uphold safeguarding standards.
- Contribute to discharge planning and ensure accurate, timely documentation in line with professional and Trust requirements.
- Supervise junior staff and students, and engage in regular clinical supervision and reflective practice.
- Work 24/7 on a rotational basis, including day and night shifts, weekends and bank holidays.
Working Hours & Schedule
24/7 service with day and night shifts on a rotational basis, including weekends and bank holidays.
Benefits
- 27–33 days annual leave plus eight bank holidays (dependent on service).
- Free parking at all LPT sites.
- Lease car scheme.
- Physiotherapy and occupational health services.
- Vivup salary sacrifice scheme for household goods.
- Counselling services.
- Flexibility to support your lifestyle.
- Professional development opportunities.
About Us & Eligibility
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. We are committed to developing a workforce that reflects our community and actively promote equal opportunities in employment and service delivery. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from under‑represented groups.
Employment Terms
- New staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a six‑month probationary period.
- All roles require permission to work in the UK.
- Cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual and deducted from salary once started.
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