Job summary
Are you passionate about making a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people? Are you looking to take the next step in your mental health nursing career - or begin your journey in a supportive and forward-thinking team?
We're looking for a Registered Nurse to join our friendly and innovative CAMHS West Team. We welcome applications from both newly qualified nurses (Band 5 developmental role) and experienced practitioners (Band 6). This is your chance to work in a rewarding role where every day brings opportunities to help young people grow, recover and thrive.
Based in the beautiful county of Somerset, you'll enjoy the balance of meaningful work and quality of life. You'll be joining a warm, passionate and committed multidisciplinary team, working together to deliver high-quality mental health care to young people and their families.We'll support you every step of the way with supervision, development opportunities and access to specialist training. If you're starting out, our preceptorship and development programme will help you grow into a confident Band 6 clinician. If you're experienced, you'll have the chance to lead and shape practice across the team
This is a community-based role and requires a valid UK driving licence, access to your own vehicle and business insurance.
If you're a student nurse due to qualify this year, please select 'Yes' when asked if you're a qualified nurse-otherwise, the system will stop you from applying.
Main duties of the job
Your day-to-day will involve:
- Providing specialist assessment, treatment, consultation and guidance to young people referred to CAMHS, and supporting the multidisciplinary team in their care planning and interventions.
- Delivering evidence-based, recovery-focused interventions tailored to the needs of children and adolescents, including those experiencing complex mental health or neurodevelopmental needs.
- Supporting the ongoing development of systems and care processes to enhance service delivery and ensure high standards of care are maintained.
- Building strong therapeutic relationships with young people and offering meaningful support and psychoeducation to their families and carers to ensure they feel informed, heard and involved throughout.
- Acting as a key member of the team, confidently contributing to clinical discussions, joint-working with other professionals and agencies, and advocating for holistic, person-centred care.
- Conducting positive risk assessments and developing robust, collaborative safety plans.
- (Band 6) Taking on a leadership role within the team, including providing supervision and support to junior colleagues, contributing to service development initiatives, and mentoring others in line with your experience
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive mental health assessments and tailored evidence-based interventions for young people referred to CAMHS.
- Act as a key worker for children and young people with complex needs, coordinating care and monitoring outcomes.
- Develop collaborative care plans with young people, families, and multi-agency partners.
- Use a strengths-based, recovery-oriented approach to support emotional wellbeing and resilience.
- Contribute to positive risk assessments and management planning, including for self-harm or suicidal ideation.
- Participate in team meetings, clinical supervision, and reflective practice sessions.
- (Band 6) Provide clinical leadership, mentorship, and supervision to junior staff or students. Record care clearly and accurately in line with Trust and professional standards.
- Support service improvement initiatives, audits, and the development of care pathways.
- Promote safeguarding and contribute to child protection procedures as needed.
For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive mental health assessments and tailored evidence-based interventions for young people referred to CAMHS.
- Act as a key worker for children and young people with complex needs, coordinating care and monitoring outcomes.
- Develop collaborative care plans with young people, families, and multi-agency partners.
- Use a strengths-based, recovery-oriented approach to support emotional wellbeing and resilience.
- Contribute to positive risk assessments and management planning, including for self-harm or suicidal ideation.
- Participate in team meetings, clinical supervision, and reflective practice sessions.
- (Band 6) Provide clinical leadership, mentorship, and supervision to junior staff or students. Record care clearly and accurately in line with Trust and professional standards.
- Support service improvement initiatives, audits, and the development of care pathways.
- Promote safeguarding and contribute to child protection procedures as needed.
For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with the NMC (or due to register if newly qualified).Post-Qualifying Training in Therapeutic Interventions E.g. CBT, DBT, systemic practice, or other evidence-based therapies relevant to CAMHS.
Desirable
- Qualification or Training in Autism Assessment E.g. ADOS, 3Di, or similar recognised assessment tools.
Experience
Essential
- Experience Working with Children and Young PeopleEvidence of collaboration with other services such as education, social care or voluntary sector.Evidence of involvement in, or awareness of, clinical risk assessment in mental health settings.
Desirable
- Experience Providing Clinical Supervision or Mentorship For Band 6 applicants -- evidence of supporting junior staff or students.Experience Writing Clinical Reports for Multi-Agency Use E.g. contribution to EHCPs, safeguarding reports, or formal assessments.Experience in Community or Home-Based Work
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and how concerns are escalated in practice.Knowledge of Mental Health and Neurodevelopmental DisordersFull Driving Licence and Access to Vehicle with Business Insurance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with the NMC (or due to register if newly qualified).Post-Qualifying Training in Therapeutic Interventions E.g. CBT, DBT, systemic practice, or other evidence-based therapies relevant to CAMHS.
Desirable
- Qualification or Training in Autism Assessment E.g. ADOS, 3Di, or similar recognised assessment tools.
Experience
Essential
- Experience Working with Children and Young PeopleEvidence of collaboration with other services such as education, social care or voluntary sector.Evidence of involvement in, or awareness of, clinical risk assessment in mental health settings.
Desirable
- Experience Providing Clinical Supervision or Mentorship For Band 6 applicants -- evidence of supporting junior staff or students.Experience Writing Clinical Reports for Multi-Agency Use E.g. contribution to EHCPs, safeguarding reports, or formal assessments.Experience in Community or Home-Based Work
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and how concerns are escalated in practice.Knowledge of Mental Health and Neurodevelopmental DisordersFull Driving Licence and Access to Vehicle with Business Insurance
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
