Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at HMP Nottingham within the Primary Care Team. We are looking for an individual who possess a caring, positive attitude and is dedicated and conscientious. Good communication abilities, compassion and organisational skills are paramount. The candidates will have the ability to lead by example and work well in a team. A strong interest in working with prisoners is essential.

HMP Nottingham is a Category B training prison. and is built to accommodate around 1100 males aged 18 and over.

We are a warm and friendly team who pride ourselves on delivering a high standard of care. The successful candidates will benefit from an extensive supernumerary induction period, alongside regular supervision and appraisals and be encouraged to undertake training so why not drop us a line and come and have a look around.

Please note this post is subject to security vetting. To be considered for this post you will need to have continuously resided in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to this application and be able to evidence your years of residency.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will ensure the provision of research based high quality care to patients in HMP Nottingham in accordance with local and national policies.

The post holder will undertake various duties within HMP Nottingham including acting as a responder to emergencies, screening patients in reception and on the wings, triaging patients and holding nurse led clinics.

The post holder will demonstrate leadership qualities and set an example to junior staff through their own behaviour and attitude at all times.

The post holder will oversee the provision of day to day healthcare services in the absence of the clinical lead.

The post holder will participate in audits, research and project work as requested.

The post holder will be responsible for supervising and supporting junior staff / students and support their development and education.

The post holder will develop and support the concept of change, contributing ideas whilst demonstrating an awareness of prison issues

Our mission, making a difference for you, with you was chosen by our staff and stakeholders. It means in everything we do and through every service we provide, we want to make a positive difference in people's lives - for those we care for, those we work with and those who work with us. Everyone is part of our team.

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

270-TH412-HMPNOT

Job locations

HMP Nottingham

112 Perry Road, Sherwood

Nottingham

NG5 3AG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Essential criteria

Essential

• NMC registration as an RGN
• Experience in acute nursing
• Good communication skills
• To be able to demonstrate quality nursing care
• Evidence of Leadership Skills

Desirable

• Prison experience
• Acute care module
• Non medical prescriber

Security Vetting

Essential

• The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

Essential criteria

Essential

• NMC registration as an RGN
• Experience in acute nursing
• Good communication skills
• To be able to demonstrate quality nursing care
• Evidence of Leadership Skills

Desirable

• Prison experience
• Acute care module
• Non medical prescriber

Person Specification Essential criteria Essential NMC registration as an RGN Experience in acute nursing Good communication skills To be able to demonstrate quality nursing care Evidence of Leadership Skills Desirable Prison experience Acute care module Non medical prescriber Security Vetting Essential The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards Essential criteria Essential NMC registration as an RGN Experience in acute nursing Good communication skills To be able to demonstrate quality nursing care Evidence of Leadership Skills Desirable Prison experience Acute care module Non medical prescriber

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 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. 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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Nottingham

112 Perry Road, Sherwood

Nottingham

NG5 3AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Nottingham

112 Perry Road, Sherwood

Nottingham

NG5 3AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you looking for a new challenge or the opportunity to develop your career pathway then this could be the job that you are looking for. The Physical Care Health Team at HMP Lincoln , are seeking a dynamic enthusiastic experienced Physical Care Health Nurse to join the team. We are looking for someone who enjoys a challenge, can work well within a team and autonomously.

NHFT provide healthcare health and wellbeing services within HMP Lincoln.

AtNorthamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT), we're proud to be ratedOutstandingby the CQC. We're committed to innovation, inclusivity, and making a real difference in the lives of our patients and staff.

Why Join NHFT?

• Annual Leave:27 days + 8 bank holidays (rising with service)
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Health & Wellbeing Support
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Inclusive and supportive team culture

Please note this post is subject to security vetting. To be considered for this post you will need to have continuously resided in the UK without any breaks for a minimum of 3 years prior to this application and be able to evidence your years of residency. Please note without sufficient evidence your application may not progress

Main duties of the job

About the Role

As a Band 5 Physical Health Nurse, you'll work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care to residents. You'll be involved in emergency response, screening, vaccination clinics, and nurse-led care delivery across the prison.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care
• Conducting assessments, triage, and risk evaluations
• Administering medications and maintaining accurate records
• Participating in audits, clinical governance, and service improvement
• Supporting junior staff and contributing to team development

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Details

Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

270-TG716-HMPLIN-D

Job locations

HMP Lincoln

Greetwell Road

Lincoln

LN2 4BD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• 1. RGN on the NMC register
• 2. Experience of working as a Nurse following preceptorship

Desirable

• 1. Have experience and knowledge of working in a secure environment (desirable but not essential)

Skills and abilities

Essential

• 1. Autonomously assess and manage patient's care, with example.
• 2. Have excellent written and oral communication skills, ensuring contemporaneous healthcare records are maintained.
• 3. Ability to administer medications, with example.

Desirable

• Ability to use SystmOne

Security Vetting

Essential

• The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

Person Specification Knowledge and experience Essential 1. RGN on the NMC register 2. Experience of working as a Nurse following preceptorship Desirable 1. Have experience and knowledge of working in a secure environment (desirable but not essential) Skills and abilities Essential 1. Autonomously assess and manage patient's care, with example. 2. Have excellent written and oral communication skills, ensuring contemporaneous healthcare records are maintained. 3. Ability to administer medications, with example. Desirable Ability to use SystmOne Security Vetting Essential The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

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 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. 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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Lincoln

Greetwell Road

Lincoln

LN2 4BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Lincoln

Greetwell Road

Lincoln

LN2 4BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you an experienced People Officer looking for a career in the NHS? Perhaps you are already a seasoned People Assistant or administrator looking to further your career.

We have an excellent development opportunity for a People Officer to support our People Team at NHFT. The People Officer plays a crucial role by providing first line advice and guidance on policies and procedures to support the delivery of a customer focused People service.

The post holder will be the first point of contact for enquiries for the People Tam and will be expected to work on their own initiative.

Main duties of the job

The People Officer provides a comprehensive administrative and advisory service within the People Team, acting as the first point of contact for staff enquiries across the Trust. The role involves providing guidance on people policies, procedures and terms and conditions of employment, resolving routine queries and escalating more complex matters where appropriate.

We are looking for someone who is able to work on their own initiative, prioritise and organise their own workload and communicate effectively with staff of all levels within the organisation to resolve concerns and queries, provide advice and guidance and know when to escalate to senior staff.

About us

NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools.We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning to improve the care and safety of our patients and staff, which focuses on people who enable our Trust to be 'outstanding' by supporting opportunity, innovation, development and growth.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

270-TH373-CORP

Job locations

St Mary's Hospital

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• RSA III/NVQ 3 in administration or equivalent admin experience OR CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience
• Proficient in word processing and in depth knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
• Knowledge of a range of administration and HR procedures acquired through relevant on the job training and experience

Desirable

• Knowledge or experience of HR systems and policies

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Able to co-ordinate a busy office environment, and produce high quality work with a focus on attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to manage meeting minutes, actions and agendas
• Ability to provide and receive sensitive and confidential information, that may require tact

Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential RSA III/NVQ 3 in administration or equivalent admin experience OR CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience Proficient in word processing and in depth knowledge of Microsoft Office packages Knowledge of a range of administration and HR procedures acquired through relevant on the job training and experience Desirable Knowledge or experience of HR systems and policies Skills and Abilities Essential Able to co-ordinate a busy office environment, and produce high quality work with a focus on attention to detail Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Ability to manage meeting minutes, actions and agendas Ability to provide and receive sensitive and confidential information, that may require tact

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Reporting to the Group Chief Nurse/Executive Director Nursing, AHPs and Quality, the Deputy Chief Nurse is a senior leadership role within the Nursing and Quality Directorate. The post holder will provide visible, credible and compassionate professional nursing leadership across NHFT, supporting the delivery of safe, effective, high-quality care and strengthening assurance, professional standards and quality improvement across the organisation.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be a member of the Operational Directors' management team through the Trust Operational Management Group (TOMG) and Executive Management Board (EMB), contributing to corporate decision-making, operational grip, quality assurance and delivery of strategic priorities. Working with Care Delivery Pathway leadership teams, Operational Directors, Clinical Directors, Heads of Nursing, Matrons and corporate teams, the Deputy Chief Nurse will ensure nursing and quality priorities are embedded in operational delivery. This includes supporting strong clinical governance, regulatory compliance, patient safety, patient experience, risk management, safeguarding, professional standards and continuous improvement. The post holder will provide senior nursing leadership, support and challenge across Forensic and Secure Services and Specialist Services, ensuring services are safe, responsive, well-led and aligned to national standards, commissioner requirements and local population needs. They will deputise for the Group Chief Nurse/Executive Director of Nursing, AHPs and Quality as required and act as Deputy Director of Infection Prevention and Control, supporting Trust-wide IPC leadership, oversight and assurance. They will also participate in the senior on-call rota, providing advice and leadership on urgent operational, quality, safety and professional issues.

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Job summary

Lead with Compassion. Deliver with Purpose.

Are you a dynamic healthcare leader ready to take the next step in your career? JoinTeam NHFTas aPrimary Care Matronand play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-quality healthcare services within a secure environment.

AtNorthamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT), we're proud to be ratedOutstandingby the CQC. We're committed to innovation, inclusivity, and making a real difference in the lives of our patients and staff.

Please note this post is subject to security vetting. To be considered for this post you will need to have continuously resided in the UK without any breaks for a minimum of 3 years prior to this application and be able to evidence your years of residency. Please note without sufficient evidence your application may not progress.

Main duties of the job

As Primary Care Matron atHMP Lowdham Grange, a Category B men's prison, you'll be a key member of the leadership team, reporting to the Head of Healthcare. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team, drive service improvements, and ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care.

You'll:

• Provide clinical and operational leadership to the primary care team
• Oversee governance, quality assurance, and service development
• Manage staff recruitment, supervision, and performance
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver integrated care
• Ensure compliance with CQC, infection control, and health & safety standards

About us

NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools.We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning to improve the care and safety of our patients and staff, which focuses on people who enable our Trust to be 'outstanding' by supporting opportunity, innovation, development and growth.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

270-TH014-HMPLG-B

Job locations

HMP Lowdham Grange

Lowdham

NG14 7DA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered healthcare professional with diploma/degree-level qualification

Desirable

• Leadership training or qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years' experience at Band 6 or equivalent
• Proven leadership and staff management experience
• Experience working across service boundaries

Desirable

• Previous experience in prison or secure healthcare settings

Security Vetting

Essential

• The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered healthcare professional with diploma/degree-level qualification Desirable Leadership training or qualifications Experience Essential Minimum 2 years' experience at Band 6 or equivalent Proven leadership and staff management experience Experience working across service boundaries Desirable Previous experience in prison or secure healthcare settings Security Vetting Essential The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

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 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. 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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Lowdham Grange

Lowdham

NG14 7DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Lowdham Grange

Lowdham

NG14 7DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Northamptonshire Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Service provides assessment and treatment to women experiencing or at an increased chance of experiencing a moderate to severe mental health condition during pregnancy and up to the child's 1st birthday. The service provides assessment and high quality evidence based interventions to an increasing number of women in Northamptonshire in line with the 5 Year Forward View and NHS Long Term Plan.

Main duties of the job

We have an opportunity for a Band 6 role as a Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Practitioner.

We are looking to recruit a Mental Health Nurse with significant experience who have a passion for delivering evidence based interventions. Applicants will need to have a genuine interest in Perinatal Mental Health and the development of the service, excellent communication skills, the ability to provide supervision to junior staff and mentorship to students.

The Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Service also offers pre-conception advice for woman with a known mental illness wishing to conceive and provide training and education to professionals alongside experts by experience.

Experience of working in the Perinatal Mental Health field is desirable as is knowledge of Perinatal Mental Health Conditions, prevalence rates, treatment interventions and Safeguarding Policies and Procedures. A keen interest and passion for working with women and their families is a must, as is the ability to work closely with a range of professionals from health visiting, Maternity, Children's Services and the Third Sector.

If you want to work as part of our expanding specialised multi-professional team, we want to hear from you.

About us

NHFT welcomes applications from people, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status or pregnancy or maternity status.

We would encourage applications from groups who are currently underrepresented in the organisation. In particular, applications from disabled people (with both visible and non-visible disabilities), people from black and minority ethnic communities and lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered (LGBT) people.

We aim to use monitoring information provided by our staff and by job applicants to ensure that we do not discriminate in employment and to use this information to plan any Positive Action to address inequality.

NHFT supports three staff equality networks to help us to develop our equality practice, as well as providing peer support for staff. These are:

• NHFT Staff Disability & Allies Network
• NHFT BME Staff Development Network
• NHFT LGBT & Allies Network

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

270-TH329-MH

Job locations

Countywide

Northamptonshire

NN1 3EB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• RMN qualification and evidence of current registration on NMC register
• Qualification to degree level or equivalent
• Training to level 3 in Safeguarding children and young people or willingness to undertake
• Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake

Desirable

• Specialist training in perinatal and infant mental health

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with women with serious mental illness
• Experience of risk assessment and risk management
• Experience of undertaking detailed mental health assessments and developing care plans
• Experience of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working including with statutory agencies
• Substantial experience of managing a busy caseload of clients with a range of mental health problems

Desirable

• Experience of working with women in the perinatal period
• Experience of liaison working with obstetrics and maternity services
• Experience of previous innovative practice, leading change or service development
• Experience of planning and delivery of training in response to identified needs

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of perinatal mental health conditions and interventions or willingness to undertake training.
• Specialist knowledge in attachment and infant mental health or willingness to undertake training.
• Ability to provide specialist assessments and interventions to women in the perinatal period/willing to undertake training

Desirable

• Knowledge regarding risk within the perinatal period, red flags and MBRRACE-UK confidential enquiries in to maternal deaths
• Knowledge of National policy and service development issues relating to perinatal mental health

Person Specification Qualification Essential RMN qualification and evidence of current registration on NMC register Qualification to degree level or equivalent Training to level 3 in Safeguarding children and young people or willingness to undertake Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake Desirable Specialist training in perinatal and infant mental health Experience Essential Experience working with women with serious mental illness Experience of risk assessment and risk management Experience of undertaking detailed mental health assessments and developing care plans Experience of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working including with statutory agencies Substantial experience of managing a busy caseload of clients with a range of mental health problems Desirable Experience of working with women in the perinatal period Experience of liaison working with obstetrics and maternity services Experience of previous innovative practice, leading change or service development Experience of planning and delivery of training in response to identified needs Skills & Knowledge Essential Specialist knowledge of perinatal mental health conditions and interventions or willingness to undertake training. Specialist knowledge in attachment and infant mental health or willingness to undertake training. Ability to provide specialist assessments and interventions to women in the perinatal period/willing to undertake training Desirable Knowledge regarding risk within the perinatal period, red flags and MBRRACE-UK confidential enquiries in to maternal deaths Knowledge of National policy and service development issues relating to perinatal mental health

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 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. 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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Countywide

Northamptonshire

NN1 3EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Countywide

Northamptonshire

NN1 3EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Northamptonshire Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Service provides assessment and treatment to women experiencing or at an increased chance of experiencing a moderate to severe mental health condition during pregnancy and up to the child's 1st birthday. The service provides assessment and high quality evidence based interventions to an increasing number of women in Northamptonshire in line with the 5 Year Forward View and NHS Long Term Plan.

Main duties of the job

We have an opportunity for two Band 6 roles as a Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Practitioner to cover Maternity Leave (1 x 0.6 wte and 1 x 1.0 wte or 2 x 0.8 wte). Please state on your application your preferred hours.

We are looking to recruit two Mental Health Nurses with significant experience who have a passion for delivering evidence based interventions. Applicants will need to have a genuine interest in Perinatal Mental Health and the development of the service, excellent communication skills, the ability to provide supervision to junior staff and mentorship to students.

The Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Service also offers pre-conception advice for woman with a known mental illness wishing to conceive and provide training and education to professionals alongside experts by experience.

Experience of working in the Perinatal Mental Health field is desirable as is knowledge of Perinatal Mental Health Conditions, prevalence rates, treatment interventions and Safeguarding Policies and Procedures. A keen interest and passion for working with women and their families is a must, as is the ability to work closely with a range of professionals from health visiting, Maternity, Children's Services and the Third Sector.

If you want to work as part of our expanding specialised multi-professional team, we want to hear from you.

About us

NHFT welcomes applications from people, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status or pregnancy or maternity status.

We would encourage applications from groups who are currently underrepresented in the organisation. In particular, applications from disabled people (with both visible and non-visible disabilities), people from black and minority ethnic communities and lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered (LGBT) people.

We aim to use monitoring information provided by our staff and by job applicants to ensure that we do not discriminate in employment and to use this information to plan any Positive Action to address inequality.

NHFT supports three staff equality networks to help us to develop our equality practice, as well as providing peer support for staff. These are:

• NHFT Staff Disability & Allies Network
• NHFT BME Staff Development Network
• NHFT LGBT & Allies Network

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

270-TH331-MH

Job locations

Countywide

Northamptonshire

NN1 3EB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• RMN qualification and evidence of current registration on NMC register
• Qualification to degree level or equivalent
• Training to level 3 in Safeguarding children and young people or willingness to undertake
• Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake

Desirable

• Specialist training in perinatal and infant mental health

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with women with serious mental illness
• Experience of risk assessment and risk management
• Experience of undertaking detailed mental health assessments and developing care plans
• Experience of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working including with statutory agencies
• Substantial experience of managing a busy caseload of clients with a range of mental health problems

Desirable

• Experience of working with women in the perinatal period
• Experience of liaison working with obstetrics and maternity services
• Experience of previous innovative practice, leading change or service development
• Experience of planning and delivery of training in response to identified needs

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of perinatal mental health conditions and interventions or willingness to undertake training.
• Specialist knowledge in attachment and infant mental health or willingness to undertake training.
• Ability to provide specialist assessments and interventions to women in the perinatal period/willing to undertake training

Desirable

• Knowledge regarding risk within the perinatal period, red flags and MBRRACE-UK confidential enquiries in to maternal deaths
• Knowledge of National policy and service development issues relating to perinatal mental health

Person Specification Qualification Essential RMN qualification and evidence of current registration on NMC register Qualification to degree level or equivalent Training to level 3 in Safeguarding children and young people or willingness to undertake Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake Desirable Specialist training in perinatal and infant mental health Experience Essential Experience working with women with serious mental illness Experience of risk assessment and risk management Experience of undertaking detailed mental health assessments and developing care plans Experience of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working including with statutory agencies Substantial experience of managing a busy caseload of clients with a range of mental health problems Desirable Experience of working with women in the perinatal period Experience of liaison working with obstetrics and maternity services Experience of previous innovative practice, leading change or service development Experience of planning and delivery of training in response to identified needs Skills & Knowledge Essential Specialist knowledge of perinatal mental health conditions and interventions or willingness to undertake training. Specialist knowledge in attachment and infant mental health or willingness to undertake training. Ability to provide specialist assessments and interventions to women in the perinatal period/willing to undertake training Desirable Knowledge regarding risk within the perinatal period, red flags and MBRRACE-UK confidential enquiries in to maternal deaths Knowledge of National policy and service development issues relating to perinatal mental health

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 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. 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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Countywide

Northamptonshire

NN1 3EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Countywide

Northamptonshire

NN1 3EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)