Job summary Are you someone looking to start a career in one of the UKs most respected mental health trusts? Would you like to do a job that makes a difference every day? Are you looking for something completely new, different, exhilarating and challenging? Do you want great job satisfaction working within a motivated team? If are you an experienced & resilient clinical practitioner within mental health services then look no further. We are seeking a Band 6 Registered Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse to join us within our Secure Inpatients Wards at Langdon Hospital. You will quickly become part of a friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team where you'll be using your skills and experience to deliver a package of care to people on our ward that helps them on their road to recovery. We passionately believe that with our help, people can improve their mental health to recover independence and return to their local community. We are looking for someone who can lead by example and demonstrate good collaborative working, placing emphasis on the Recovery Model. If you are looking to relocate to the fabulous county of Devon we have a relocation package that may be suitable for you. Main duties of the job As a Clinical Team Leader you will be committed to ongoing service and clinical development inclusive of service user / carer involvement. Providing clinical leadership to nursing team and ensure the provision of high quality individualised person centre standards of care are delivered to all patients. You will deputise for the Ward Manager and support them to ensure the safe and effective running of the ward. Ensure the effective supervision and development of staff To work and act as a key member of the team, supporting each patient with achieving their planned outcomes To act as the lead nurse in the assessment, implementation of care through to point of discharge To take charge of clinical area To adopt a flexible approach to hours of duty, in order to meet the needs of the service over a 24 hour period. To work according to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct About us About Devon Partnership Trust We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery. We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do Our values We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader. Date posted 31 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9369-25-0274 Job locations Langdon Hopsital Exeter Road Dawlish EX7 0NR Job description Job responsibilities JOB DESCRIPTION Job Details Job Title: Clinical Team Leader Band: 6 Network Secure Directorate Department: Secure Services Base: Secure Inpatients Responsible To: Ward Manager Job Purpose To assist the Ward Manager in setting up standards, promoting change and developing nursing practice, supervision and audit. To deputise for the manager in his/her absence. To ensure the delivery of high standards of nursing care to all service users, in accordance with evidence based professional practice and trust policies. Duties and Responsibilities Communication & Working Relationships To have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Work in partnership with all health, social care professionals and other stake holders, maintaining effective communication that benefits the patients/ service users wellbeing. Liaise with carers, families and user groups and representatives. Planning & Organisation To act as shift coordinator supporting staff in shift planning and management. Understanding and management of staffing on a daily basis including working with others to redeploy staff safely. To deputise for the manager in his/her absence. Lead and supervise others, undertake PDRs and manage absence. Assist with the development and delivery and evaluation of evidence based treatments. To participate in training and development of junior staff within the clinical environment. Monitoring of clinical work. To develop the team to maximise skills. To ensure the appropriate delegation of tasks taking into consideration the skills and grade of staff members. Produce staffing rotas, taking into consideration budgetary requirements, skill/gender grade mix to meet clinical need Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment & Therapy To ensure that care plans are implemented and reviewed as part of ongoing assessment. To ensure that robust, up to date risk assessments are carried out by the relevant staff. To ensure standards of care are maintained to the highest level. To promote good practice in the management of acutely disturbed clients. To adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct and other professional guidelines. Policy, Service, Research & Development Responsibility To work with the Ward Manager to review, update and implement standards and policies for use in secure inpatient settings as appropriate. To participate in ongoing training and education progress. To be aware of current initiatives in inpatient care. To promote service changes with a positive and professional attitude. To explore innovative ways of delivering and improving patient care. Responsibility for Finance, Equipment & Other Resources Establish an efficient working environment, making the most effective user of staff, supplies, equipment and services. To demonstrate effective risk management. Responsibility for Supervision, Leadership & Management To provide supervision and appraisals for qualified staff. To demonstrate effective leadership/ management skills. To participate in the role of mentor to students. To participate in audits. To develop and empower junior staff within the team. To support staff in line with Promoting a Positive Working Environment Policy (HR01) and the maximising Attendance Policy (HR25) and having difficult conversations. Information Resources & Administrative Duties To ensure accurate documentation. To have working knowledge of the Electronic Patient notes system. The post holder will ensure that clinical/care records both written and electronic are accurate and are consistent with professional and organisational requirements. Review of this Job Description This job description is intended as an outline indicator of general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing service needs. This job description is to be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder on an annual basis. General Information Confidentiality The post holder will maintain appropriate confidentiality of information relating to the Trust, individuals and Patient information. The post holder will be expected to comply with all aspects of the Data Protection Act. Equality & Diversity Devon Partnership NHS Trust is committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all staff and for those who access services. You must work in accordance with equal opportunity policies/procedures and promote the equality and diversity agenda of the Trust. Recovery It is a requirement of all employees to have an understanding of the broad principals of the Recovery Approach and to incorporate them into every aspect of their work in support of the Trusts aim to provide services that support peoples recovery through being holistic and promoting social inclusion, self management, personal autonomy and independence. Risk Management / Health and Safety Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, ensure that agreed safety procedures are carried out and maintain a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors. Records Management The post holder has responsibility for the timely and accurate creation, maintenance and storage of records in accordance with Trust policy, including email documents and with regard to the Data Protection Act, The Freedom of Information Act and any other relevant statutory requirements. Clinical Governance The post holder will be expected to participate in clinical governance activities to assist the Trust to provide high quality services. Prevention and Control of healthcare Associated Infection The post holder is expected to comply with Trust Infection Control Policies and conduct themselves at all times in such a manner as to minimise the risk of healthcare associated infection. Smoking The Trust operates a non smoking policy. Employees are not permitted to smoke anywhere within the premises of the Trust or when outside on official business. Staff must also be mindful of public perception and must therefore not smoke whilst travelling in Trust identified vehicles or when can be identified as Devon Partnership Mental Health Trust staff. Policies & Procedures Trust employees are expected to follow Trust policies, procedures and guidance as well as professional standards and guidelines. Copies of Trust policies can be accessed via the staff intranet or external website or via your manager. Job description Job responsibilities JOB DESCRIPTION Job Details Job Title: Clinical Team Leader Band: 6 Network Secure Directorate Department: Secure Services Base: Secure Inpatients Responsible To: Ward Manager Job Purpose To assist the Ward Manager in setting up standards, promoting change and developing nursing practice, supervision and audit. To deputise for the manager in his/her absence. To ensure the delivery of high standards of nursing care to all service users, in accordance with evidence based professional practice and trust policies. Duties and Responsibilities Communication & Working Relationships To have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Work in partnership with all health, social care professionals and other stake holders, maintaining effective communication that benefits the patients/ service users wellbeing. Liaise with carers, families and user groups and representatives. Planning & Organisation To act as shift coordinator supporting staff in shift planning and management. Understanding and management of staffing on a daily basis including working with others to redeploy staff safely. To deputise for the manager in his/her absence. Lead and supervise others, undertake PDRs and manage absence. Assist with the development and delivery and evaluation of evidence based treatments. To participate in training and development of junior staff within the clinical environment. Monitoring of clinical work. To develop the team to maximise skills. To ensure the appropriate delegation of tasks taking into consideration the skills and grade of staff members. Produce staffing rotas, taking into consideration budgetary requirements, skill/gender grade mix to meet clinical need Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment & Therapy To ensure that care plans are implemented and reviewed as part of ongoing assessment. To ensure that robust, up to date risk assessments are carried out by the relevant staff. To ensure standards of care are maintained to the highest level. To promote good practice in the management of acutely disturbed clients. To adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct and other professional guidelines. Policy, Service, Research & Development Responsibility To work with the Ward Manager to review, update and implement standards and policies for use in secure inpatient settings as appropriate. To participate in ongoing training and education progress. To be aware of current initiatives in inpatient care. To promote service changes with a positive and professional attitude. To explore innovative ways of delivering and improving patient care. Responsibility for Finance, Equipment & Other Resources Establish an efficient working environment, making the most effective user of staff, supplies, equipment and services. To demonstrate effective risk management. Responsibility for Supervision, Leadership & Management To provide supervision and appraisals for qualified staff. To demonstrate effective leadership/ management skills. To participate in the role of mentor to students. To participate in audits. To develop and empower junior staff within the team. To support staff in line with Promoting a Positive Working Environment Policy (HR01) and the maximising Attendance Policy (HR25) and having difficult conversations. Information Resources & Administrative Duties To ensure accurate documentation. To have working knowledge of the Electronic Patient notes system. The post holder will ensure that clinical/care records both written and electronic are accurate and are consistent with professional and organisational requirements. Review of this Job Description This job description is intended as an outline indicator of general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing service needs. This job description is to be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder on an annual basis. General Information Confidentiality The post holder will maintain appropriate confidentiality of information relating to the Trust, individuals and Patient information. The post holder will be expected to comply with all aspects of the Data Protection Act. Equality & Diversity Devon Partnership NHS Trust is committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all staff and for those who access services. You must work in accordance with equal opportunity policies/procedures and promote the equality and diversity agenda of the Trust. Recovery It is a requirement of all employees to have an understanding of the broad principals of the Recovery Approach and to incorporate them into every aspect of their work in support of the Trusts aim to provide services that support peoples recovery through being holistic and promoting social inclusion, self management, personal autonomy and independence. Risk Management / Health and Safety Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, ensure that agreed safety procedures are carried out and maintain a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors. Records Management The post holder has responsibility for the timely and accurate creation, maintenance and storage of records in accordance with Trust policy, including email documents and with regard to the Data Protection Act, The Freedom of Information Act and any other relevant statutory requirements. Clinical Governance The post holder will be expected to participate in clinical governance activities to assist the Trust to provide high quality services. Prevention and Control of healthcare Associated Infection The post holder is expected to comply with Trust Infection Control Policies and conduct themselves at all times in such a manner as to minimise the risk of healthcare associated infection. Smoking The Trust operates a non smoking policy. Employees are not permitted to smoke anywhere within the premises of the Trust or when outside on official business. Staff must also be mindful of public perception and must therefore not smoke whilst travelling in Trust identified vehicles or when can be identified as Devon Partnership Mental Health Trust staff. Policies & Procedures Trust employees are expected to follow Trust policies, procedures and guidance as well as professional standards and guidelines. Copies of Trust policies can be accessed via the staff intranet or external website or via your manager. Person Specification Experience Essential Substantial post registration experience. A minimum of two years experience as a band 6 in clinical settings Experience working within an MDT. Clinical Supervision and Mentoring Experience. Experience of managing staff. Qualifications Essential A professional Mental Health/Learning Disabilities Nursing qualification. Degree in Health or social care or equivalent experience Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Basic computer skills. Able to provide and receive complex sensitive information in relation to staff, service users, families and carers. Able to problem solve and assist others in this process. Effectively manage admission/discharges Ability to assess and manage risk effectively. Lead and supervise staff to provide a high quality, effective service Good liaison skills and ability to manage difficult and complex situations Effectively able to manage own time and that of the team. Ability to work flexibly. Able to undertake nursing procedures e.g. manual handling, physical restraint. Desirable Teaching Qualification Leadership or Management Qualification Person Specification Experience Essential Substantial post registration experience. A minimum of two years experience as a band 6 in clinical settings Experience working within an MDT. Clinical Supervision and Mentoring Experience. Experience of managing staff. Qualifications Essential A professional Mental Health/Learning Disabilities Nursing qualification. Degree in Health or social care or equivalent experience Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Basic computer skills. Able to provide and receive complex sensitive information in relation to staff, service users, families and carers. Able to problem solve and assist others in this process. Effectively manage admission/discharges Ability to assess and manage risk effectively. Lead and supervise staff to provide a high quality, effective service Good liaison skills and ability to manage difficult and complex situations Effectively able to manage own time and that of the team. Ability to work flexibly. Able to undertake nursing procedures e.g. manual handling, physical restraint. Desirable Teaching Qualification Leadership or Management Qualification 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 Devon Partnership NHS Trust Address Langdon Hopsital Exeter Road Dawlish EX7 0NR Employer's website https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)