Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic band6 clinical lead who shows excellent leadership qualities and is able to role model clinical excellence whilst working with older people who have complex mental health needs. The successful applicant will be part of an established, hard working team. The successful applicant will work within a multi disciplinary team and will be expected to be a clinical expert and able to give clear, concise information to the RC and rest of MDT. The applicant will be expected to support junior staff and other professionals who work onto the ward whilst also developing their own skills and knowledge base. Main duties of the job Develop own skills and experience. Supervise other qualified nurses and non qualified staff. Be a clinical expert. Advocate for patients in their care. Role modelling. Working clinically at a high level. Support ward manager in operational tasks. Work autonomously Show initiative. Have excellent communication. About us We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. Date posted 21 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 263-ICG25-007-AB Job locations Akenside Functional Older Persons Ward CAV Westgate Road Newcastle NE4 6BE Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 21st January 2025 Closing date : 4th February 2025 We welcome your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 21st January 2025 Closing date : 4th February 2025 We welcome your application. Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Professional Nursing qualification e.g.RMN/RNMH/ RNLD ENB 998 / P126/127 or equivalent. Student Assessor /Mentor Desirable Therapy Based Training qualification Qualification to Degree level Management Qualification Staff Training and Development Leadership experience Non-Medical prescribing Knowledge and Experience Essential 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need. Continued professional development Post registration clinical experience Staff Appraisal Clinical Supervision Mental health/learning disabilities needs Care Co-ordination Safeguarding Carer needs Desirable Previous older persons experieince Skills and Competencies Essential Good interpersonal and Communication Collaborative working Time Management Change Management Conflict resolution Risk Assessment/ Management Ability to meet deadlines Ability to prioritise PMVA Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Professional Nursing qualification e.g.RMN/RNMH/ RNLD ENB 998 / P126/127 or equivalent. Student Assessor /Mentor Desirable Therapy Based Training qualification Qualification to Degree level Management Qualification Staff Training and Development Leadership experience Non-Medical prescribing Knowledge and Experience Essential 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need. Continued professional development Post registration clinical experience Staff Appraisal Clinical Supervision Mental health/learning disabilities needs Care Co-ordination Safeguarding Carer needs Desirable Previous older persons experieince Skills and Competencies Essential Good interpersonal and Communication Collaborative working Time Management Change Management Conflict resolution Risk Assessment/ Management Ability to meet deadlines Ability to prioritise PMVA 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 Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Address Akenside Functional Older Persons Ward CAV Westgate Road Newcastle NE4 6BE Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)