Job Description

The closing date is 6th Oct 2025

Anticipated Interview date(s) 17th October

Job summary

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As a Band 5 Staff Nurse within our Inpatient Mental Health team at Wellsprings Hospital, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, recovery-focused care to adults experiencing acute mental health challenges. You will be a key member of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, working collaboratively with colleagues from a range of professional backgrounds to provide holistic, person-centred support for our service users.


This is a rewarding and varied role where your compassion, clinical expertise, and commitment to teamwork will make a real difference to people's lives. You will be responsible for leading the clinical management of designated service users, supporting their journey towards recovery, and ensuring their safety and dignity at all times. The environment is fast-paced and can be challenging, but you will be fully supported by experienced colleagues and a strong leadership team.


We are committed to your personal and professional development. You will have access to a wide range of internal and external training opportunities, regular supervision, and the chance to develop your skills in specialist areas of mental health nursing. As part of our flexible workforce, you may also be required to work in other areas of the Trust to meet service needs, giving you valuable experience across different settings.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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Lead the clinical management of designated service users, including assessment, planning, and implementation of nursing care. Support and supervise junior staff and students in patient activities. Observe, report, and record changes in patients' physical and mental health. Work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to plan and deliver care. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance. Provide and supervise personal care and daily living activities. Deliver therapeutic activities and emotional support to patients. Undertake physical observations and report exceptions appropriately. Complete and review clinical and risk assessments in line with Trust policies. Administer prescribed medication in accordance with Trust policy. Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers, and other professionals. Act as keyworker for designated clients, including admissions.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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Clinical Responsibilities:

Create and maintain professional, supportive relationships with all staff and external agencies to enhance patient recovery. Work within legal and professional frameworks relating to consent, capacity, deprivation of liberty, and the Mental Health Act. Understand and apply a range of interventions, using evidence-based practice to achieve positive outcomes for service users. Adhere to all Trust practice standards and policies.

Leadership & Supervision:

Provide clinical advice and support to junior team members. Contribute to clinical leadership and support the team manager in achieving objectives and quality standards. Promote staff well-being and morale, acting as a role model. Address complaints in line with Trust procedures.

Professional Development:

Engage in management and clinical supervision, appraisal, and the Trust's personal development review process. Take responsibility for personal development and education, including in-service training and reflective practice. Support the learning experience of students and meet mentorship requirements.

Additional Responsibilities:

Attend meetings and fulfill duties as instructed by your manager. Ensure health and safety requirements are maintained. Observe and act upon requirements of the Mental Health Act, equality, and diversity legislation. Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection and Trust policies. Participate in clinical governance and infection control activities.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification Registered Mental Health Nurse Appropriately registered with the NMC as per post requirements



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Desirable

Teaching/Assessor qualification Evidence of continuing professional development and to have undertaken post registration training

Experience

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Desirable

Experience of working in multi-agency services

Additional Criteria

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Essential

Required to develop knowledge base in line with the KSF requirements for the post Must be a car driver with a valid driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust, to meet the needs of the service

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.

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For help with your application, contact:

Dana Ede


dana.ede@somersetft.nhs.uk


01823368211

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 5

Salary

31049.00 to 37796.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-Time

Reference number

184-OL-GR-3087

Job locations

Wellsprings Hospital

Cheddon Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA2 7AU