Job summary
Do you have the ambition, creativity and clinical skills to contribute to the development of mental health services for children and young people?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Modern Matron to join our fantastic Under 14's team based in Kings Lynn. This post is ideal for someone who is interested in working with children and young people and wants to contribute to the improvement of patient quality of care, safety and experience.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an experienced Nurse, preferably with CAMHS experience and awareness of the operational pressures of a CAMHS team.
We are looking for a clinician who can work independently and as part of a team; is forward thinking; innovative and highly motivated and keen to work with children and young people. We value the contribution of others and recognise the benefit of a variety of clinical experience.
We are looking for a strong and proven leader who can take responsibility for decisions and support junior clinical members of the team.
Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills are a must for this role as you will be working in an environment where creativity on how to approach situations is key. You will work closely with the team's leadership team, and will be expected to be involved with implementing a number of strategic projects including staff training and development. The successful candidate will work with a Multi-disciplinary team comprising of Psychology, Social Work and Mental Health Nursing.
About us
Benefits included with this role are:
- NHS pension
- a comprehensive in house & external training programmes
- career progression
- starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays)
- staff physio service
- gym membership
- NHS discounts and many more.
To find out more about the role click the job description, then click APPLY to start your candidate experience today!
NSFT is committed to lifelong learning and continuous professional development (CPD) for its entire staff. There are a variety of definitions of CPD across the professions, but it is usually taken to mean learning activities which update existing skills.
CPD is determined through appraisal with a personal development plan agreed between an individual and their manager, with the commitment of the necessary time and resources.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description to view the main responsibilities of this role and click Apply to begin your application!
This is a full time role, however applications for part time would be considered. Please get in contact for an informal discussion!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description to view the main responsibilities of this role and click Apply to begin your application!
This is a full time role, however applications for part time would be considered. Please get in contact for an informal discussion!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level nurse with current NMC registration UK.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working within and mental health clinical services
- Significant experience of clinical performance management
- Experience of using initiative and enthusiasm to problem solve/develop the services with minimum disruption to the office
Desirable
- Working in a range of management roles and environments
- Working in mental health
Skills
Essential
- A proven record of success in managing significant operational / strategic change whilst also developing and maintaining the provision of a high quality service, within a clinical setting, with multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of team working and building and maintaining effective working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment
- Ability to communicate with people about difficult matters / in difficult situations across a diverse range of scenarios / situations
Knowledge
Essential
- Good working knowledge of wider health and social care system and structures, policies, procedures and legislation relevant to services areas.
- Knowledge of management tools, organisational systems and processes relevant to managing in an NHS organisation
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel independently
- Positive attitude to change. Able to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level nurse with current NMC registration UK.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working within and mental health clinical services
- Significant experience of clinical performance management
- Experience of using initiative and enthusiasm to problem solve/develop the services with minimum disruption to the office
Desirable
- Working in a range of management roles and environments
- Working in mental health
Skills
Essential
- A proven record of success in managing significant operational / strategic change whilst also developing and maintaining the provision of a high quality service, within a clinical setting, with multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of team working and building and maintaining effective working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment
- Ability to communicate with people about difficult matters / in difficult situations across a diverse range of scenarios / situations
Knowledge
Essential
- Good working knowledge of wider health and social care system and structures, policies, procedures and legislation relevant to services areas.
- Knowledge of management tools, organisational systems and processes relevant to managing in an NHS organisation
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel independently
- Positive attitude to change. Able to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team
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).
