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Bank, Band 6 CPN, Hemel - SW1430

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Hemel, HP1 1LD £38,682 a year Bank Posted 4 September 2026 Apply by 17 September 2026

Home Office register entry: Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, Hatfield

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Role description

Job summary

We are currently seeking an experienced Community Mental Health Nurse, at Band 6 to work via a Bank Contract, based in Hemel. You will be joining our Temporary Staffing Team within HPFT - Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust.

The post-holder will be responsible for the clinical and operational day to day service delivery, ensuring that an individualised comprehensive assessment, and Care Management service, is effectively delivered.

Responsibilities include the clinical and operational supervision of junior nursing staff and students as delegated by the team manager and will be supporting the Team Leader.

You will be accountable for delivering a quality service that is effective and efficient in line with the organisation's objectives and performance indicators, and to contribute to strategic service development working collaboratively with other agencies.

The post holder will formulate a care plan and risk assessment, review its effectiveness and re-plan using evidence-based interventions to best effect, in partnership with the service user. You will initiate, plan and deliver effective risk management systems within the clinical area.

All applicants need to hold a valid Professional Registration - NMC- and can evidence this.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be able to undertake assessments of the need of service users who meet the service eligibility criteria, and their family. You will be expected to identify and respond to acute presentations in order to manage risk and promote the safety and well-being of the service user.

The role is based in Hemel Hempstead and possibly St Albans. Travelling within the local area and across Hertfordshire when required, so you will need to be a car driver.

Please see JD attached for further information and responsibilities required

About us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) is rated by the Care Quality Commission as anOutstandingprovider of mental health and learning disability services. Feedback from our staff about working for the Trust is very positive and, in the NHS national staff survey, we regularly see a high percentage of staff saying their role makes a difference to our service users and that they would recommend the Trust as a place to work. Our people tell us they feel supported though a great development, wellbeing and work-life balance offer and a highly compassionate, values-driven culture. We are equally proud of our staff, who live our values of being welcoming, kind, positive, respectful and professional so that together we provide great care and great outcomes for our service users and carers.

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

367-Bank-CPN-Hemel-E

Job locations

The Marlowes, 39-41 The Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1LD

Hemel

HP1 1LD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support the Team Leader in establishing and maintaining effective inter team and inter agency communication.

Provide effective liaison/communication throughout the care pathway to service users, their carers and others, responding sensitively to all needs especially in highly emotive settings.

To maintain effective joint working with others, developing positive working relationships and clear communications with Multi-disciplinary Teams and other professionals.

Ensure that all relevant information regarding service users care, in particular, issues of concern, RE practice and workload are communicated as necessary to the line manager.

Liaise with other professionals in relation to service user care, actively participating in care planning and review meetings and attending case conferences required.

Act as a Care Coordinator ensuring high quality care delivery at all times.

Take a leading role in designated projects/service development as allocated.

Support the line manager/service line lead in the effective and timely management of complaints and serious untoward incidents.

Identify the training needs of junior staff highlighting this to the Team Leader.

Plan, develop and deliver training to others as needed.

Undertake Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) duties or be willing to undertake AMHP training.

Please see JD attached for further information and responsibilities required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

RMN or Dip/BSc (Hons) / MSc in Mental Health Nursing
ENB 998/Preceptorship and Mentorship

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

At least 2 years of post-registration experience with at least one year at Band 5
Experience of working in acute mental health inpatient/day care services
Experience and knowledge of working in a multi-ethnic community

Desirable

Experience of working with acute mental health problems in a community setting

Skills

Desirable

Substantial IT skills

Other

Essential

Car Driver

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

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