Job Description

Applications are invited for the post of Reducing Restrictive Practice Nurse - West London Forensic services.
West London Forensic service in-patient wards provide a place of safe and therapeutic environment for mental health service users that have been detained under of the Mental Health Act. The core aim of the service is to provide a safe environment where service users will receive mental health care, that uses the principles of Trauma informed Care and applying the least restrictive principles possible in a safe and therapeutic environment. The purpose of the post is to improve all aspects of restrictive practices used, while maintaining service user safety including governance of relevant processes and measures.
This job is intended as an outline indicator of general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation. It will be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder on a regular basis. The post holder may be required to work at other locations within the Trust as determined by the duties of the post. The post holder may be required to undertake any other duties at the request of the line manager which are appropriate with the role, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover.
The post holder will work with the Restrictive Practice Lead in order to maintain and report on key performance/governance data on key areas of restrictive practice.
Main duties of the job
Work as RRP Clinical Nurse within the inpatient and the SCFT team
Formulate, implement and evaluate interventions which support the clinical pathway for service users, specifically those who have been subject to STS / LTS, Restraint and/or Rapid Tranquilizatio
Provide direct teaching to staff or service users
Provide direct supervision and support to the reducing restrictive practice team
Work with PMVA staff to ensure Trust-wide training and education programme meets Trust and National standards and remains contemporary reflecting best practice in reducing restrictive practice and service user safety
Enhance the service user experience by monitoring and developing service user feedback and engagement at ward level and across Services
Support in the development and evaluation of policies protocols for advancing nursing practice.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills within a defined area of expertise
Liaise and develop partnerships with other services/agencies as required
Evaluate nursing practice through audit of service and practice standards, developing and managing strategies that address any areas of improvement
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over 500m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Details
Date posted
24 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
53,751 to 60,651 a year Per annum pro rata inclusive of 15% HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
222-SF-704
Job locations
St Bernard's Hospital
Uxbridge Road
Southall Middlesex
UB1 3EU
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential

• Up to date registration as a RN (Mental Health) with the NMC
• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in clinical practice as a band 6 or currently at band 7

Desirable

• Trained as a Quality Improvement Coach
• Evidence of post registration study / continuing professional development at masters level or equivalent experience.

Experience / Knowledge & Skills
Essential

• A demonstrated understanding of Trust Use of Force policy, Human Rights Act, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and the Use of Force Act Law with respect to its relationship to restrictive practice
• The post holder would be expected to have extensive abilities in delivering innovation and quality in clinical practice, demonstrating leadership skills, change management expertise and the delivery of clinical developments that have tangible results for service users.
• An understanding of Quality Improvement and how it is used to promote effective change in a clinical area
• Will have experience of promoting clinical effectiveness and standards setting via audit and governance frameworks.
• Able to demonstrate training and teaching expertise in applied settings.
• Will be service user focused with a track record that includes examples of clinical practice that have required collaborative interdisciplinary work to improve adult services.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy and critical judgement.
• Will require an in-depth knowledge of clinical care with significant evidence of post-registration development activity.
• Must be able to demonstrate a commitment to service user involvement.
• Will possess excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Be able to work autonomously in a self-motivating style.
• Will have the ability to reflect on experience and generate a learning culture.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills and will be a recognisable role model for staff and service users.
• Computer literate with a working knowledge of standard formats.

Desirable

• Experience of using QI as means of reducing restrictive practice
• Ability to work with spread sheets and data management.

Other
Essential

• Ability to Undertake full PMVA training required for the role.

Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential

• Up to date registration as a RN (Mental Health) with the NMC
• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in clinical practice as a band 6 or currently at band 7

Desirable

• Trained as a Quality Improvement Coach
• Evidence of post registration study / continuing professional development at masters level or equivalent experience.

Experience / Knowledge & Skills
Essential

• A demonstrated understanding of Trust Use of Force policy, Human Rights Act, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and the Use of Force Act Law with respect to its relationship to restrictive practice
• The post holder would be expected to have extensive abilities in delivering innovation and quality in clinical practice, demonstrating leadership skills, change management expertise and the delivery of clinical developments that have tangible results for service users.
• An understanding of Quality Improvement and how it is used to promote effective change in a clinical area
• Will have experience of promoting clinical effectiveness and standards setting via audit and governance frameworks.
• Able to demonstrate training and teaching expertise in applied settings.
• Will be service user focused with a track record that includes examples of clinical practice that have required collaborative interdisciplinary work to improve adult services.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy and critical judgement.
• Will require an in-depth knowledge of clinical care with significant evidence of post-registration development activity.
• Must be able to demonstrate a commitment to service user involvement.
• Will possess excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Be able to work autonomously in a self-motivating style.
• Will have the ability to reflect on experience and generate a learning culture.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills and will be a recognisable role model for staff and service users.
• Computer literate with a working knowledge of standard formats.

Desirable

• Experience of using QI as means of reducing restrictive practice
• Ability to work with spread sheets and data management.

Other
Essential

• Ability to Undertake full PMVA training required for the role.

Skills Required