Job summary The post holder will assist in the overall delivery of care to patients on the ward. They will be responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of care. The post holder will at all times comply with the NMC Code of Conduct, relevant legislation, policies and procedures. Main duties of the job Contribute to and ensure a therapeutic and safe environment is maintained whist on duty for patients, staff & visitors. To provide and develop, in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team and other relevant agencies, a high quality service for patients and carers that takes in to account individual's physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs To act as shift co-ordinator when allocated, providing a consistent approach to the management of the nursing team during the shift and the effective use of available resources to meet day-to-day tasks, care needs and maintaining a safe environment. Demonstrate a good working knowledge of the 1983 Mental Health Act and the Care Programme Approach. Take care of their own safety and others who may be affected by their actions or omissions. Demonstrate adequate knowledge in rendering safe and effective nursing care About us Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations. We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,T rafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond. Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options. Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity. Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users. Date posted 17 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 Reference number 437-6048601-A Job locations Moorside Unit, Trafford General Hospital Moorside Road Urmston M41 5SL Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts Person Specification Essential Essential RMN with current NMC Registration Working Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and Care Programme Approach Effective communication, team and interpersonal skills Effective time management and effective use of resources Ability to recognise and manage stress Good attendance and reliable work, pattern, punctual and honest Ability to work unsociable hours Willingness to work on other mental health wards as service requires Ability to work flexible shift patterns, including evenings, nights and weekends The job holder must be assessed by Occupational Health as having a level of fitness to carry out duties/tasks after reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 have been made There is an occasional requirement to travel across the wide footprint of the Trust to attend meetings and events relevant to the role Desirable Desirable PMVA Trained Adult Life Support Ability to demonstrate familiarity with information technology Effective leadership and management skills Presentation Skills Enthusiastic and proactive attitude Person Specification Essential Essential RMN with current NMC Registration Working Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and Care Programme Approach Effective communication, team and interpersonal skills Effective time management and effective use of resources Ability to recognise and manage stress Good attendance and reliable work, pattern, punctual and honest Ability to work unsociable hours Willingness to work on other mental health wards as service requires Ability to work flexible shift patterns, including evenings, nights and weekends The job holder must be assessed by Occupational Health as having a level of fitness to carry out duties/tasks after reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 have been made There is an occasional requirement to travel across the wide footprint of the Trust to attend meetings and events relevant to the role Desirable Desirable PMVA Trained Adult Life Support Ability to demonstrate familiarity with information technology Effective leadership and management skills Presentation Skills Enthusiastic and proactive attitude 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 Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Address Moorside Unit, Trafford General Hospital Moorside Road Urmston M41 5SL Employer's website https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)