Job summary Midland Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust provides a comprehensive range of mental health and related services to the population of Staffordshire and Shropshire. Ellesmere House is a 12 bedded low secure Learning Disability unit. We cater for individuals who have complex needs and include primarily a learning disability but may also include autism and/or mental health issues. The client group may also but not exclusively require partnership working with agencies such as the Criminal Justice System and Home office. Ellesmere has a full range of specialized provision including our own consultant, psychology, social worker and an enhanced OT/activities coordinator provision. We are an integrated team and very much work together as a team. The nursing team is a committed group as are the entire team overall as a unit. The Hatherton Centre is a 47-bedded medium-secure facility incorporating an intensive care ward, acute assessment ward and rehabilitation wards. The Clee unit (in Shropshire) is a 32 bedded low secure mental illness unit (The Clee Unit) which includes a rehabilitation service and an acute assessment service and a multi-agency community service, liaison scheme, out-patient facilities and court assessment and engagement schemes. We would welcome applications from both newly qualified and more experienced nurses qualified in Learning Disability Nursing (RNLD). Main duties of the job Main Duties and Responsibilities To act as key worker or CCR to an individual or group of service users, coordinating all aspects of care in accordance with the Care Programme Approach (CPA). Assessment of patient's individual care needs. The development of programmes of care. Implementation of agreed programmes of care. Evaluates effectiveness of programmes of care. Ensures compliance with NMC Code of Conduct Measures quality of care by the use of appropriate tools. Implements Mental Health Act (1983) appropriately. Implements local and national policies. Promotes and maintains effective relationships with other disciplines. Promotes and maintains effective relationships within the ward team. Takes charge regularly of shift in ward environment. Acts as primary nurse for Clinical Team embracing multi-disciplinary working. Identifies training requirements of self and junior staff. Maintains an up to date level of professional competence. Assess, develops, implements and evaluates ward teaching programmes, in conjunction with responsible nurse. Supervises and organises student nurses and junior staff. Maintains effective multi-disciplinary/agency working relationship Takes all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, patients and visitors and the public, by implementing all policies and procedures relating to security and Health and Safety. About us By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by; Supporting your career development and progression Excellent NHS Pension scheme Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave Options for flexible working Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k Free car parking at all trust sites Free flu vaccinations every year Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met) We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people. Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application. Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications Date posted 18 March 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 Reference number 301-LG-25-7055952 Job locations Ellesmere House, St Georges Corporation Street Stafford ST16 3SR Job description Job responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities To act as key worker or CCR to an individual or group of service users, coordinating all aspects of care in accordance with the Care Programme Approach (CPA). Assessment of patients individual care needs. The development of programmes of care. Implementation of agreed programmes of care. Evaluates effectiveness of programmes of care. Ensures compliance with NMC Code of Conduct Measures quality of care by the use of appropriate tools. Implements Mental Health Act (1983) appropriately. Implements local and national policies. Promotes and maintains effective relationships with other disciplines. Promotes and maintains effective relationships within the ward team. Takes charge regularly of shift in ward environment. Acts as primary nurse for Clinical Team embracing multi-disciplinary working. Identifies training requirements of self and junior staff. Maintains an up to date level of professional competence. Assess, develops, implements and evaluates ward teaching programmes, in conjunction with responsible nurse. Supervises and organises student nurses and junior staff. Maintains effective multi-disciplinary/agency working relationship Takes all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, patients and visitors and the public, by implementing all policies and procedures relating to security and Health and Safety. Job description Job responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities To act as key worker or CCR to an individual or group of service users, coordinating all aspects of care in accordance with the Care Programme Approach (CPA). Assessment of patients individual care needs. The development of programmes of care. Implementation of agreed programmes of care. Evaluates effectiveness of programmes of care. Ensures compliance with NMC Code of Conduct Measures quality of care by the use of appropriate tools. Implements Mental Health Act (1983) appropriately. Implements local and national policies. Promotes and maintains effective relationships with other disciplines. Promotes and maintains effective relationships within the ward team. Takes charge regularly of shift in ward environment. Acts as primary nurse for Clinical Team embracing multi-disciplinary working. Identifies training requirements of self and junior staff. Maintains an up to date level of professional competence. Assess, develops, implements and evaluates ward teaching programmes, in conjunction with responsible nurse. Supervises and organises student nurses and junior staff. Maintains effective multi-disciplinary/agency working relationship Takes all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, patients and visitors and the public, by implementing all policies and procedures relating to security and Health and Safety. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Possess first level qualification Part 3/13/RNLD of the NMC Register Possess or be working towards a relevant teaching and assessing qualification Experience Essential Ability to demonstrate experience of working in wide range of healthcare settings (this includes pre-registration experience) Experience of working within a forensic setting Knowledge Essential Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act (1983) with particular reference to Part 3 Demonstrate an awareness/understanding of forensic mental health legislation framework and relevant national policy Demonstrate an awareness/understanding of the evidence that underpins the care and treatment of mental health problems, autism, ADHD and learning disabilities. Demonstrate a working knowledge of multi disciplinary/inter agency working and the need to work across professional boundaries Demonstrate an understanding of the use of an evidence-based approach to underpin clinical practice and have the ability to illustrate the application of this. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Possess first level qualification Part 3/13/RNLD of the NMC Register Possess or be working towards a relevant teaching and assessing qualification Experience Essential Ability to demonstrate experience of working in wide range of healthcare settings (this includes pre-registration experience) Experience of working within a forensic setting Knowledge Essential Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act (1983) with particular reference to Part 3 Demonstrate an awareness/understanding of forensic mental health legislation framework and relevant national policy Demonstrate an awareness/understanding of the evidence that underpins the care and treatment of mental health problems, autism, ADHD and learning disabilities. Demonstrate a working knowledge of multi disciplinary/inter agency working and the need to work across professional boundaries Demonstrate an understanding of the use of an evidence-based approach to underpin clinical practice and have the ability to illustrate the application of this. 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 Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Ellesmere House, St Georges Corporation Street Stafford ST16 3SR Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)