Job summary An exciting opportunity has now arisen and we are in the position to recruit a Band 5 Staff Nurse to be part of dynamic, multi-disciplinary team working at our Henneage Ward in Colchester. We offer a service which is provided by a team that shares the workload fairly, acknowledges individual abilities and skills and recognises the individual staff member's responsibility when providing care. Staff support and supervision are integral to our service. The Ward team is multidisciplinary, consisting of Nurses, Consultant Psychiatrist, Clerical staff, domestics, Physio therapy staff and occupational therapists with close liaison with Social Services, and other related disciplines. Main duties of the job The post holder will work under the overall supervision of a Band 6 or 7 Supervisor; however, the post holder will be required to work without direct supervision. In addition, following a period of Preceptorship and agreement with the Ward Manager, the post holder will at times take the lead of junior staff, and will be designated to take charge of the ward on a regular basis. Assessments, Implementation and evaluation of inpatient treatment plans Accurate and timely risk assessments Supervision of junior staff Providing training for qualified and unqualified staff, including basic and post basic students All of the above will be an integral part of the role. Patients, relatives, carers and colleagues will find the post holder professional, approachable, helpful, flexible and co-operative. Upholding the ethos of EPUT of good customer care at all times, with an awareness of one's own attitude. About us EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including; Season Ticket Loans NHS discounts for staff Excellent Training facilities and opportunities Buying and Selling annual leave scheme The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work Day One Flexible Employer The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment Join our Staff bank What is Staff Bank? Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times. All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish. If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank. Date posted 24 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 364-A-8657 Job locations Henneage Ward Turner Road Colchester CO4 5JL Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a detailed list of responsibilities. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a detailed list of responsibilities. Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential Registered Mental Health Nurse Desirable Mentorship qualification ENB 998 or equivalent Evidence of post graduate study Skills/Experience Essential Knowledge of Mental Health Act & Mental Capacity Act. Good communication skills both verbal and written. Organisational and time management skills. Proven ability to work effectively and compassionately with clients with a wide range of clinical presentations including mental illness, neurodiversity and learning disabilities Desirable Evidence of multidisciplinary team working Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential Registered Mental Health Nurse Desirable Mentorship qualification ENB 998 or equivalent Evidence of post graduate study Skills/Experience Essential Knowledge of Mental Health Act & Mental Capacity Act. Good communication skills both verbal and written. Organisational and time management skills. Proven ability to work effectively and compassionately with clients with a wide range of clinical presentations including mental illness, neurodiversity and learning disabilities Desirable Evidence of multidisciplinary team working 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Address Henneage Ward Turner Road Colchester CO4 5JL Employer's website https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)