Job summary

The Adult Community Nursing provides nursing care provision and support to Hounslow locality 24 hours, 7 days a week. The service covers different localities including Heart of Hounslow, Bedfont and Feltham, Brentford and Chiswick and the night service from 7pm-7am based at Clayponds Hospital.

Main duties of the job

To work with the locality nursing team leadership in the delivery of the locality nursing service in line with the commissioned service specification, standards, activity and outcomes, in the context of multi-disciplinary locality working.

To support the locality nursing team leadership in the management of the team caseload and the development of a skilled, competent and motivated workforce, able to meet the needs of the patients on the caseload.

To work in partnership with the primary health care team, social services and the wider multi-disciplinary locality team, providing holistic assessment of health needs and the provision of nursing care to housebound people with a range of medical needs and long-term conditions.

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 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.

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.

Job summary

The Hounslow Health Visiting Service is seeking a Band 5 Community Staff Nurse to support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme. The successful applicant will work within a skill mix team to support and assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of activities aimed at promoting the health of the local population, as well as offering support to identified families as delegated by a Health Visitor. The post is suitable for those wanting to develop the skills and knowledge to prepare for a Health Visiting career.

Main duties of the job

The Community Staff Nurse will work in a skill mix Health Visiting team supporting the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme, including

• Health Review contacts
• New birth reviews
• Maternal mood assessment and listening visits.
• Transfer in Contacts
• Individual, group and local public health activities
• Follow up on DNA's
• Delegated Home visits
• Infant feeding support
• Accident prevention and follow after A/E attendances

o To support Duty Health Visitor role

o To hold a small caseload of families to deliver delegated packages of care e.g. LAC children, children with SEND needs, premature infants , children with long-term healthcare conditions, listening visits. To report back to named HV and seek regular caseload supervision with the named HV.

Please see the job description for full details

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 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.

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.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a fixed term contract ( 1 year initially with the potential to extend) has become available for a Community Mental Health Practitioner to work in Ealing Acton MINT. You will have the opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary Team as well as having an autonomy to manage a caseload of patients with varied mental health conditions.

This role also involves working close with our community partners such as GP practice to ensure we can provide the best community placed base care. The role is key to dissolving the barriers that can exist between mental health and physical health, social care, voluntary and community social enterprise (VCSE) organisations and local communities, and primary and secondary care, to deliver integrated, personalised, place-based and well-coordinated care for adults and older adults.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking applications from Registered Mental Health Nurses or Social Workers,

The ideal candidate will have:

Prior experience of working across a range of working with a range of mental health diagnoses/need

Hold a registration for the correct governing body such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council, Social Work England or the Health & Care Professions Council

Knowledge of and experience in delivering a range of brief interventions to patients with mental health needs;

Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to use these to strengthen local relationships with the local MINT Teams

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 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.

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.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Practitioner to join the Complex Emotional Needs (CEN) Service, covering Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham.

The CEN Service is a specialist Tier 3 community service supporting adults experiencing complex emotional needs, including emotional instability, relationship difficulties and difficulties managing distress.

The role is open to professionals from Social Work, Nursing and Occupational Therapy backgrounds. Applicants should have significant experience working with adults with complex emotional needs in community settings, including experience of managing a caseload and working within a multidisciplinary team. Experience or training in Structured Clinical Management (SCM), DBT, MBT or other relevant therapeutic approaches would be desirable.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of specialist, relational and evidence-informed care.

Main duties of the job

The role will focus on clinical practice, working closely with the Band 7 Senior Practitioner and Team Manager to support the effective running and development of the CEN Service. You will screen and assess referrals, liaise with referrers, undertake comprehensive assessments and formulations, develop care plans and provide therapeutic interventions, while holding a caseload of clients.

You will work with and build effective partnerships with other teams and services, contributing to joined-up care and effective pathways for people with Complex Emotional Needs.

You will also contribute to compassionate, person-centred and clinically effective service development, supporting service objectives, quality improvement and new ways of working

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.

Job summary

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Band 3 Neuro Rehabilitation Assistant within the new Hounslow Community Neuro-rehabilitation Team.

Our Vacancy is for a

Full Time Permanent Neuro Rehabilitation Assistant - Band 3, 37.5 hours per week.

This is an ideal post for an experienced Band 3 Rehabilitation Assistant looking to further develop their neurological rehabilitation skills or someone already working within a health or social care setting looking for a new challenge.

This job will allow the successful applicant to work within a specialist neurological service with patients with a variety of neurological conditions. They will be able to work in collaboration with a variety of clinical specialists within the team alongside other rehabilitation assistants.

Within the team there is a strong focus on personal and service development, and you will be given opportunities to participate in in-service training programme and external training where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

The Hounslow Community Neuro Rehab Team (CNRT) is a client-centred, integrated multi-disciplinary team comprising of an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, a Neuro Psychologist, a Pharmacist, a Specialist Nurse practitioner, an Occupational Therapy Assistant and Rehab assistants.

The Neuro-rehab team works across both intensive short-term rehab and longer-term rehab pathways. There are opportunities to develop skills in rapid assessment and facilitating discharge from hospital, long term condition management and specialist neuro-rehab.

This role provides the opportunity to work across both rehabilitation pathways within the service, with both Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists. This role involves providing therapy for patients within their own home environments as well as the local community. There will be expectations for lone working and independent monitoring of patients progress with timely feedback to the MDT.

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 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.

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.

Job summary

Colne Ward

In these challenging times for the healthcare sector, the team at Riverside Centre Hospital remains more committed than ever to providing progressive opportunities for their staff, and this position is no exception. Colne Ward is seeking for an experienced Band 6 Clinical Team Leader with PICU knowledge, and in return, we offer a comprehensive development package to support the growth of your career. This includes:

• Career mapping to ensure ongoing professional development
• Training opportunities such as CBT, DBT, Venepuncture, and more
• Our innovative Trauma-Informed Approaches (TIA) staff training program
• Support to become an in-house Physical Intervention Trainer

The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team to assess and treat a range of mental health conditions, challenging behaviors, and severe and enduring mental illnesses.

Nursing practice is constantly evolving, and at Riverside Centre, so are we. We believe that to understand mental health issues, it's often more helpful to ask, "What has happened to you?" rather than "What is wrong with you?" This approach is at the heart of our Trauma-Informed Approaches (TIA), where we recognise the connection between life experiences and the development of mental health difficulties. Riverside Centre Hillingdon is a leader in developing Trauma-Informed Approaches (TIA) to patient care within CNWL.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will assume the role of Unit/Site Coordinator at least four times a month. They will provide unit management support and coordinate patient flow (bed management) outside of regular hours. Additionally, the Unit Coordinator will offer senior nursing support, professional leadership, and guidance in all clinical areas within the unit, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

We are seeking an individual with excellent communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with service users, their carers, and other professionals.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Exceptional communication skills and a compassionate, caring approach to patient care.
• A drive to improve inpatient care in a mental health setting.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and collaborative teamwork.
• The ability to provide strong clinical leadership and serve as a role model for best practices on both the ward and within the wider unit.

Please note, that this role requires successful candidates to participate in Therapeutic Management of Violence and Aggression (TMVA) training, including the use of force techniques, due to the high-acuity nature of the ward and the need to ensure the safety of both patients and staff. Candidates must complete TMVA training during their employment to be considered for the position.

About us

Working at Riverside Centre offers the following benefits:

• A commitment to our Safety Pledge aimed at reducing restrictive interventions.
• An innovative Trauma-Informed staff training program, including Team Formulation practice.
• Integration of Sensory Modulation into the care pathway.
• Coaching and development sessions on the topics like wound care treatment, dementia care, Mental State Examination skills, and administering ACE assessments.
• On-site shadowing opportunities with our HTT, CMHT, and Psych Liaison services.
• A dedication to career mapping, ensuring continuous professional development with opportunities for training in CBT, DBT, ECG, and venepuncture.
• Flexible shift hours to support a healthy work-life balance.
• A comprehensive training package, including sponsorship for postgraduate studies up to a master's level.
• Recognition through our Hidden Gem award, annual ceremonies, and award-winning Staff Networks, which offer exciting events and thousands of members.
• Excellent staff benefits, including childcare vouchers, health and wellbeing services, season ticket loans, and a cycle-to-work scheme.

Please note, that the successful applicant may have direct contact with patients or service users. As an NHS Trust, we strongly encourage and support vaccination, as it remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues, and, of course, patients and service users while working in healthcare settings.

Job summary

Are you ready for a new challenge?

Could you make a difference?

Are you:

A Registered General Nurse

Committed to giving the highest standard of patient care

Compassionate towards patients and their families

An excellent communicator with the ability to work in a team

Motivated toward personal development

A full UK driving license holder with access to a car

An exciting opportunity has come up for the Adult Community Nursing Service, Night Nursing. We are currently looking for a Band 5 Community Nurses to work across the Hounslow areas based at Clayponds Hospital. The service operates from 19:00 until 07:00 seven days a week. The service has 2 shifts, 19:00 until 12 midnight (Twilight) and 19:00 until 7:00 AM (Overnight)

Main duties of the job

To provide high quality, skilled nursing care and to assist the Community Nursing Team Manager in the on-going planning, implementation, and evaluation of the holistic needs of the patient/client, family, and/or carer.

Deliver high quality nursing care to housebound patients with complex needs to enable them to remain in their own homes. Working closely with out of hours service providers, specialist nurses, allied health and social care professionals to meet the needs of the patients without unnecessary attendance in A&E or be admitted to hospital.

This will involve working independently but as part of the Community Nursing Team covering a particular geographical area. This will include first assessments and reviews, planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of individual programmes of care. Candidate will be expected to be flexible to support corporate approach to patient care as and when required.

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.

We encourage the thoughtful use of technology as a demonstration of strong time management and a commitment to innovation. However, we encourage applicants to personalise their recruitment application to showcase their unique skills and experiences. While AI-generated content can be a helpful tool, relying solely on generic responses instead of highlighting your own strengths and achievements may impact the success of your application.

Job summary

We are excited to have an opportunity for a new Recruitment Officer to join the team on a permanent basis.

The Recruitment Team provide support across the Trust with the end-to-end recruitment of all posts including bank, helping to get the correct candidate in post to help our services deliver the highest standard of care.

The role is hybrid working and the successful candidate will be required to come in to the office every day for their first month for training , then moving to a 3 days a week in office rota.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 30th September (Afternoon) and will be face to face.

Main duties of the job

As a Recruitment Officer, you will play a key role in providing an effective, reliable and responsive recruitment advisory and administration service, which will include managing recruitment activities and providing advice and guidance to applicants and recruiting managers.

This role offers a great opportunity for a self-motivated individual who is looking for variety, responsibility, people contact and a degree of autonomy.

If you thrive on being busy and meeting challenges and can juggle several tasks at once this is the job for you.

In return we are committed to providing on-going support, training and development and the opportunity to learn from experienced HR practitioners.

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.

Job summary

The Mental Health Single Point of Access is at the centre of urgent and crisis mental health care across Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham and Hounslow. Alongside our 24/7 SPA, the team also delivers NHS 111*2 mental health provision and Mental Health Urgent Community Response, creating a unique service where senior clinicians can work across telephone triage, urgent response, crisis pathways and system-wide decision-making.

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Band 7 Senior Clinician who enjoys challenge, autonomy and leading from the front. You will make complex clinical decisions, support staff in real time and help shape how people access the right care at the right time.

This is a role for someone who wants more than a traditional clinical post. You will influence pathways, lead practice across a fast-moving service and play a key role in the continued development of urgent and crisis mental health care

Main duties of the job

As a Band 7 Senior Clinician, you will be one of the key clinical leaders within SPA, NHS 111*2 and MH UCR. You will provide senior oversight of complex referrals, telephone triage, urgent and crisis presentations and professional-to-professional contacts, supporting the team to make safe, confident and proportionate decisions.

You will lead the service clinically and operationally on shift, providing immediate support with risk, escalation and complex pathway decisions while maintaining oversight of service pressures and patient flow.

You will supervise and develop staff, contribute to quality improvement, audit and performance and work closely with CATT, primary care, ambulance services, police and wider partners. You will have the opportunity to influence practice, develop new ways of working and help shape a service that sits at the heart of urgent mental health care across three boroughs.

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

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year Per annum inclusive pro rata

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

222-LS-Man-198

Job locations

St Bernards

Uxbridge Road

London

UB1 3EU

United Kingdom

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 AND TRAINING

Essential

• oRegistered Professional (Mental Health Nurse RMN, Social Worker or OT).
• oEvidence of ongoing professional development
• oMentorship/Teaching & assessing qualification

Desirable

• oFirst or higher degree in appropriate subject area.
• oENB 998, 812 or equivalent
• oNurse prescriber or willingness to become a nurse prescriber

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• oExperience in a variety of MH settings as a qualified practitioner.
• oSignificant experience at band 6 or equivalent within CRHTT, Liaison nursing, intake service or equivalent.
• oDelivering Clinical supervision/ reflective practice to nursing as well as other professionals.
• oMulti-disciplinary team working.

Desirable

• oPrevious experience of working within a Single Point of Access services.
• oPrevious experience of telephone based assessments.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Essential

• oUnderstand a range of models of mental disorder, including the contribution of social, physical and development factors.
• oUnderstand the social perspective on mental disorder and mental health needs.
• oAbility to build relationships across organisational and professional boundaries
• oAbility to analyse and interpret complex data required to deliver the service.
• oAbility to deal with complex issues arising from managing a diverse multidisciplinary service
• oExcellent verbal and written communication skills
• oGood risk assessment and management skills
• oUnderstanding of social care resources and provision available beyond statutory agencies
• oExperience of supervision or practice teaching.
• oAbility to demonstrate leadership under pressure, including good communication, prioritisation, and influencing.
• oExtensive experience of applying assessment skills within a statutory social work setting.
• oDemonstrate the ability to assess, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care for individuals experiencing acute mental distress.
• oThe ability to use a range of therapeutic interventions with individuals in acute mental health crisis.
• oAn understanding of the Care Programme Approach and its application
• oKnowledge of the national agenda and vision for mental health services within the NHS.
• oInterpersonal Skills; Works effectively with individuals, teams, clients and staff. Supporting others and showing clear personal values in line with those of the organisation.
• oAdapting and Coping; Adapts and responds well to change. Manages pressure effectively and copes well with setbacks.
• oAnalysing Interpreting and Judging; Thinks analytically, ability to solve complex problems and issues, makes rational, realistic and sound judgements.
• oPlanning and Performing; Plans ahead and works in a systematic and organised way. Follows direction and procedures.
• oOrganisational Awareness and Strategic Thinking; Thinks broadly and strategically, supports and drives organisational change.
• oUnderstands functions and needs of the organisation.

Desirable

• Demonstrate knowledge of audit and research
• Demonstrate the ability to co-ordinate a team and it's day-to-day work.
• I.T. and Database skills with knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet management
• Received additional training in areas such as AMHP, BIA, Court of Protection, Practice Educator and talking therapies

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Essential

• oWarm, friendly, approachable
• oFlexible approach
• oAbility to cope with change
• oAble to work seamlessly with other professional groups
• oAbility to work under pressure
• oFlexible and positive attitude to work.
• oAbility to be empathetic
• oKeen to learn new skills and to share learning with others

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• oAbility to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing a service to clients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week may include some on-call work.
• oFit and able to undertake patient facing work as and when required.

Desirable

• oPossession of a valid UK driving license.

Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING Essential oRegistered Professional (Mental Health Nurse RMN, Social Worker or OT). oEvidence of ongoing professional development oMentorship/Teaching & assessing qualification Desirable oFirst or higher degree in appropriate subject area. oENB 998, 812 or equivalent oNurse prescriber or willingness to become a nurse prescriber EXPERIENCE Essential oExperience in a variety of MH settings as a qualified practitioner. oSignificant experience at band 6 or equivalent within CRHTT, Liaison nursing, intake service or equivalent. oDelivering Clinical supervision/ reflective practice to nursing as well as other professionals. oMulti-disciplinary team working. Desirable oPrevious experience of working within a Single Point of Access services. oPrevious experience of telephone based assessments. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Essential oUnderstand a range of models of mental disorder, including the contribution of social, physical and development factors. oUnderstand the social perspective on mental disorder and mental health needs. oAbility to build relationships across organisational and professional boundaries oAbility to analyse and interpret complex data required to deliver the service. oAbility to deal with complex issues arising from managing a diverse multidisciplinary service oExcellent verbal and written communication skills oGood risk assessment and management skills oUnderstanding of social care resources and provision available beyond statutory agencies oExperience of supervision or practice teaching. oAbility to demonstrate leadership under pressure, including good communication, prioritisation, and influencing. oExtensive experience of applying assessment skills within a statutory social work setting. oDemonstrate the ability to assess, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care for individuals experiencing acute mental distress. oThe ability to use a range of therapeutic interventions with individuals in acute mental health crisis. oAn understanding of the Care Programme Approach and its application oKnowledge of the national agenda and vision for mental health services within the NHS. oInterpersonal Skills; Works effectively with individuals, teams, clients and staff. Supporting others and showing clear personal values in line with those of the organisation. oAdapting and Coping; Adapts and responds well to change. Manages pressure effectively and copes well with setbacks. oAnalysing Interpreting and Judging; Thinks analytically, ability to solve complex problems and issues, makes rational, realistic and sound judgements. oPlanning and Performing; Plans ahead and works in a systematic and organised way. Follows direction and procedures. oOrganisational Awareness and Strategic Thinking; Thinks broadly and strategically, supports and drives organisational change. oUnderstands functions and needs of the organisation. Desirable Demonstrate knowledge of audit and research Demonstrate the ability to co-ordinate a team and it's day-to-day work. I.T. and Database skills with knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet management Received additional training in areas such as AMHP, BIA, Court of Protection, Practice Educator and talking therapies PERSONAL QUALITIES Essential oWarm, friendly, approachable oFlexible approach oAbility to cope with change oAble to work seamlessly with other professional groups oAbility to work under pressure oFlexible and positive attitude to work. oAbility to be empathetic oKeen to learn new skills and to share learning with others OTHER REQUIREMENTS Essential oAbility to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing a service to clients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week may include some on-call work. oFit and able to undertake patient facing work as and when required. Desirable oPossession of a valid UK driving license.

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

West London NHS Trust

Address

St Bernards

Uxbridge Road

London

UB1 3EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

West London NHS Trust

Address

St Bernards

Uxbridge Road

London

UB1 3EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Senior MHCAS Clinician (Band 7)

Lakeside Mental Health Unit, Hounslow

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Senior Clinician within the newly developed Mental Health Crisis and Assessment Service (MHCAS) at Lakeside Mental Health Unit. This is a 10-month fixed-term contract/secondment opportunity and offers an exciting chance to play a key role in the ongoing development of an innovative crisis service. This senior clinical role will provide visible frontline leadership, supporting the Team Manager in the delivery and ongoing development of a high-quality, responsive crisis service for individuals experiencing acute mental health difficulties.

The post holder will lead by example, maintaining a strong clinical presence within the service and providing expert support and guidance to staff managing complex presentations, high-risk situations, and challenging clinical decisions. They will be responsible for coordinating clinical activity, ensuring safe and effective patient flow, promoting best practice, and supporting the delivery of evidence-based, person-centred care across the service.

Working alongside the Team Manager, the post holder will contribute to clinical governance, workforce development, service improvement, and quality assurance initiatives. They will provide supervision, mentorship, and professional leadership to nursing and multidisciplinary colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning, reflective practice, and excellence

Main duties of the job

The Band 7 MHCAS Senior Clinician will provide senior clinical leadership within the Mental Health Crisis Assessment Service (MHCAS), maintaining a visible frontline presence and supporting the Team Manager in the delivery of a safe, responsive, and high-quality 24-hour crisis service. The post holder will lead on complex assessments, risk management, crisis intervention, patient flow, and clinical decision-making, ensuring evidence-based, recovery-focused, and least restrictive care. They will coordinate multidisciplinary working, provide expert advice to colleagues, and support staff through supervision, appraisal, coaching, and professional development. Working proactively with service users, carers, and partner agencies, the post holder will promote engagement, holistic assessment, and early intervention, meeting people at the point of crisis and supporting plans to reduce future episodes of crisis. They will contribute to service development, quality improvement, audit, governance, and pathway transformation, while fostering strong partnerships across acute, community, emergency, and third-sector services to improve outcomes and reduce unnecessary admissions and A&E attendances.

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

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year per annum inclusive of 15% HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

222-HOU-277

Job locations

Lakeside Mental Health Crisis and Assessment Centre

Twickenham Road

London

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

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

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RNMH) or other professional qualification
• Registered on the NMC register or Social Work England or HCPC
• Recognised teaching qualification, eg; ENB 998, Mentorship, PGCE, Cert.Ed.

Desirable

• Master's Degree in a relevant subject area Or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
• An NVQ assessor or willing to work towards accreditation
• Leadership or management qualification NMP/AMHP/CBT/DBT qualifications

Experience

Essential

• To be band 6 for at least 1 year post qualification
• Demonstrable experience at band 6 or equivalent
• Significant experience in a variety of MH settings as a qualified nurse/OT/Social Worker, (which include HBPoS ,Crisis Team , Liaison, Inpatient )
• Experience of undertaking clinical assessments, which include formulation and independent decision making.
• Delivering Clinical supervision/ reflective practice to nursing as well as other professionals.
• Multi-disciplinary team working
• Experience of managing and supervising staff

Desirable

• Experience of undertaking audit, research and quality improvement
• Experience of contributing to policy and procedure development and implementation

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate a wide range of knowledge of the Mental Health Legislation and Framework.
• Demonstrate a profound ability to assess, analyse and resolve complex clinical and operational issues
• Knowledge of quality assurance.
• Demonstrate the ability to assess, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care for individuals experiencing acute mental distress.
• The ability to use a range of therapeutic interventions with individuals in acute mental health crisis.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation
• An understanding of the Care Programme Approach and its application
• Good communication skills
• Ability to determine and reduce level of risk to self, clients and others
• The ability to promote the Home Treatment Team to clients, other professional and non - professional groups.
• Knowledge of issues and developments within Mental Health and the National Health Service
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills. The ability to manage conflicts.
• Experience and ability to supervise qualified and unqualified staff, including other professionals.
• Evidence of excellent record keeping, experience of writing reports and acting as an advocate for service users
• Experience of conducting appraisals and personal development planning and of providing feedback in a constructive way
• Experience of working in a multi -cultural environment and of involving users and carers ensuring that nursing practice is culturally sensitive
• Demonstrate knowledge of audit and research.
• Declared medically fit by the Occupational Health Department to perform the duties of the post.
• The post holder must have the ability to understand and implement the Equal Opportunities Policy at a level appropriate for the job.
• Experience of developing and delivering teaching and practice development sessions for the team

Desirable

• I.T. and Database skills with knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet management.

Skills

Essential

• Wide range of clinical skills to address clinically complex and challenging presentations.
• Able to inspire and foster a learning culture where all clinicians feel able and support to share and develop clinical skills.
• Ability to work as part of a multi -disciplinary team providing a service to clients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Candidate is able to demonstrate that they are able to show empathy towards individuals with a mental health problem as well as show a positive attitude towards mental health care.
• Possession and evidence of effective leadership skills
• Monitoring and evaluation skills
• Demonstrable ability to network internal and external to the Trust including the wider Health Service and health care providers
• Ability to use appropriate strategies for managing performance
• Ability to communicate with colleagues and senior staff internal and external to the Trust

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Mental Health Nurse (RNMH) or other professional qualification Registered on the NMC register or Social Work England or HCPC Recognised teaching qualification, eg; ENB 998, Mentorship, PGCE, Cert.Ed. Desirable Master's Degree in a relevant subject area Or equivalent level of knowledge and experience An NVQ assessor or willing to work towards accreditation Leadership or management qualification NMP/AMHP/CBT/DBT qualifications Experience Essential To be band 6 for at least 1 year post qualification Demonstrable experience at band 6 or equivalent Significant experience in a variety of MH settings as a qualified nurse/OT/Social Worker, (which include HBPoS ,Crisis Team , Liaison, Inpatient ) Experience of undertaking clinical assessments, which include formulation and independent decision making. Delivering Clinical supervision/ reflective practice to nursing as well as other professionals. Multi-disciplinary team working Experience of managing and supervising staff Desirable Experience of undertaking audit, research and quality improvement Experience of contributing to policy and procedure development and implementation Knowledge Essential Demonstrate a wide range of knowledge of the Mental Health Legislation and Framework. Demonstrate a profound ability to assess, analyse and resolve complex clinical and operational issues Knowledge of quality assurance. Demonstrate the ability to assess, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care for individuals experiencing acute mental distress. The ability to use a range of therapeutic interventions with individuals in acute mental health crisis. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation An understanding of the Care Programme Approach and its application Good communication skills Ability to determine and reduce level of risk to self, clients and others The ability to promote the Home Treatment Team to clients, other professional and non - professional groups. Knowledge of issues and developments within Mental Health and the National Health Service Excellent negotiation and influencing skills. The ability to manage conflicts. Experience and ability to supervise qualified and unqualified staff, including other professionals. Evidence of excellent record keeping, experience of writing reports and acting as an advocate for service users Experience of conducting appraisals and personal development planning and of providing feedback in a constructive way Experience of working in a multi -cultural environment and of involving users and carers ensuring that nursing practice is culturally sensitive Demonstrate knowledge of audit and research. Declared medically fit by the Occupational Health Department to perform the duties of the post. The post holder must have the ability to understand and implement the Equal Opportunities Policy at a level appropriate for the job. Experience of developing and delivering teaching and practice development sessions for the team Desirable I.T. and Database skills with knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet management. Skills Essential Wide range of clinical skills to address clinically complex and challenging presentations. Able to inspire and foster a learning culture where all clinicians feel able and support to share and develop clinical skills. Ability to work as part of a multi -disciplinary team providing a service to clients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Candidate is able to demonstrate that they are able to show empathy towards individuals with a mental health problem as well as show a positive attitude towards mental health care. Possession and evidence of effective leadership skills Monitoring and evaluation skills Demonstrable ability to network internal and external to the Trust including the wider Health Service and health care providers Ability to use appropriate strategies for managing performance Ability to communicate with colleagues and senior staff internal and external to the Trust

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

West London NHS Trust

Address

Lakeside Mental Health Crisis and Assessment Centre

Twickenham Road

London

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

West London NHS Trust

Address

Lakeside Mental Health Crisis and Assessment Centre

Twickenham Road

London

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

To promote continuous professional development of Registered Nurses, Nursing Associates, Health Care Assistants and Nursing Students across Ealing Community Partners/ Trustwide. To contribute to the development and delivery of continuing professional development opportunities for nurses, Nursing Associates Health care assistants, students, including the support and development of practice placements, new inductees and pre/post registered students. Competent in the role of practice supervisor and assessor, ensuring that placements and support for nursing learners are of a high standard in line with NMC requirements. Contributing to the delivery of nursing preceptorship across the trust and supporting the delivery of key nursing education and quality assurance projects such as nursing recruitment and retention activity, and the development of internationally educated nurses. Contribute to the development and use of systems to audit, assess and evaluate standards of practice. role model best practice in relation to Service User and Carer engagement.

Main duties of the job

Contribute to supporting and developing practice placements and the practice supervisor and assessor role, ensuring that placements and support for nursing learners are of a high standard in line with NMC requirements

Contribute to ensuring that continuous professional development opportunities are available for nursing staff; supporting the delivery of key nursing education and quality assurance projects such as nursing recruitment and retention activity, and the development of internationally educated nurses.

Contribute to ensuring there are robust systems of effective secondary induction and preceptorship for staff, in line with HEE preceptorship framework.

Undertake audit of clinical activity, performance and health outcome.

Support the dissemination and introduction of practice standards related to competency expectations for registered nurses.

Make a contribution to clinical supervision arrangements.

Contribute to the monitoring and audit of clinical supervision activity.

Provide direct training and teaching to nurses.

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 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.

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.

Job summary

The post holder will promote and support the health and wellbeing of all school-aged children, their families and the wider community.

The post holder will be expected to carry out assessments of needs with school-aged children, young people and their families. The post holder will also work on the implementation of planned programmes of care delegated by the School Nurse specialist practitioner.

Main duties of the job

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to the identification and protection of children at risk of abuse and act in accordance with the local Safeguarding Children's Board guidelines. To attend safeguarding and other meetings to improve the health outcomes of children and young people as directed by the School Nurse Specialist Practitioner and provide written reports.

• Assess and undertake selective health care interventions as directed by the School Nurse specialist practitioner, refer to other agencies/Health Care professionals as necessary.

• Provide professional support and advice to children, young people, their families and schools and liaise and refer in discussion with the School Nurse Specialist practitioner

SERVICE DELIVERY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support delivery of the 5 -19 Healthy Child Programme (DoH 2009) and National Childhood Measurement programmeunder the direction of the School Nurse Specialist practitioner.

• Support the planning, assessment of need and delivery of the agreed provision of a school health service to each schoolunder the direction of the School Nurse Specialist practitioner.

• Work within the Nursing & Midwifery Council's (NMC) framework for practice. All community staff nurse should have knowledge and work in accordance with Trust policies and guidelines including clinical supervision.

• Actively promote uptake of al school nurse contacts, and public health interventions, screening and immunisations/vaccinations.

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

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£36,943 to £44,900 a year per annum inclusive

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

222-HCH-050

Job locations

Heart of Hounslow Health Centre

Hounslow

TW3 3EL

United Kingdom

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

Other Requirements

Essential

• Car driver

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered (NMC) Nurse.

Desirable

• Mentorship qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of team working.
• Experience of working with children and young people.
• Experience of working with SystmOne or other electronic clinical system.

Desirable

• Experience of community-based work.
• Experience of audit/evaluation.

Knowledge

Desirable

• Awareness of Health Visiting and School nursing roles.

Skills

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to Trust values.
• Ability to work on own initiative and recognise role boundaries.
• Ability to prioritise work.
• Understands the Public Health role of the school nursing service.
• Excellent Communication skills both verbal and written.

Desirable

• Understands the difference between primary, secondary and tertiary care.
• Good IT skills.
• Knowledge / understanding of clinical Supervision.

Person Specification Other Requirements Essential Car driver Qualifications Essential Registered (NMC) Nurse. Desirable Mentorship qualification. Experience Essential Experience of team working. Experience of working with children and young people. Experience of working with SystmOne or other electronic clinical system. Desirable Experience of community-based work. Experience of audit/evaluation. Knowledge Desirable Awareness of Health Visiting and School nursing roles. Skills Essential Able to demonstrate a commitment to Trust values. Ability to work on own initiative and recognise role boundaries. Ability to prioritise work. Understands the Public Health role of the school nursing service. Excellent Communication skills both verbal and written. Desirable Understands the difference between primary, secondary and tertiary care. Good IT skills. Knowledge / understanding of clinical Supervision.

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

West London NHS Trust

Address

Heart of Hounslow Health Centre

Hounslow

TW3 3EL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

West London NHS Trust

Address

Heart of Hounslow Health Centre

Hounslow

TW3 3EL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Interview Date will be 28th September, with no alternative dates

Broadmoor High Secure Hospital

Crowthorne, Berkshire, RG45 7ET

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Salary Includes an amazing £6000 Recruitment & Retention Premia for High Secure Services, and a Broadmoor Hospital Allowance.

We are seeking a few Registered Mental Health Nurses to join our Team atBroadmoor High Security Hospital; these vacancies have come about as a result ofa recent service review; and we are delighted to be able to recruit some exceptional

Staff Nurses for our Service. You will be joining a team that is committed to providinghigh quality safe care to a complex patient group with challenging individual needs.

If you are a Registered Nurse with experience in Mental Health Care, who has apassion in forensics, we would like to hear from you. Not accepting overseas nurseson this vacancy, and this vacancy may close early due to the high volumes ofapplications.

The post holder will carry out duties as designated by the nurse in charge and reporton the patient's condition. They will maintain the orderliness, hygiene and safety ofthe ward environment and will be required to undertake routine clerical duties.

We are looking for someone who has the passion and dedication to make a realimpact and be part of a growing and supportive team.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a number of Registered Mental Health Nurses to join our Team at Broadmoor High Security Hospital, these vacancies have come about as a result of a recent service review; and we are delighted to be able to recruit some exceptional Staff Nurses for our Service.

You will be joining a team that is committed to providing high quality safe care to a complex patient group with challenging individual needs.

If you are a Registered Nurse with experience in Mental Health Care, who has a passion in forensics, we would like to here from you.

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.

Job summary

We are excited to invite applications for the role of Deputy Chief Nurse at West London NHS Trust. We are seeking a dynamic and high-achieving leader who will champion improvement through compassion. Partnering closely with the Chief Nurse and our Directors of Nursing, you will offer strategic, values-based leadership, ensuring the delivery of exceptional standards in patient safety, care, experience and serving as an inspiring role model for our nursing workforce. Your leadership will empower our staff to deliver high-quality patient care, fostering an inclusive culture aligned with our Trust values.

Closing Date: Tuesday 22nd September 2026

Interview Date:Monday 5th October 2026, in person, Trust Headquarters

Main duties of the job

We seek someone with demonstrable skills in director level nursing leadership and governance, who is deeply passionate about our people, our patients, their families and the public service we provide. Central to your role will be leading with kindness, dignity, respect, and care for colleagues, patients, and their families.

In this visible and purposeful leadership role, your focus will be on the nursing and quality agenda. You will also lead pre and post-registration nurse education and training. Working largely independently, you will credibly influence at the highest levels across the organisation and the wider Integrated Care System.

If you are committed to quality, safety and efficiency and ready to help us achieve our vision and values, we warmly welcome your application.

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.

Job summary

The Band 6 ECT/rTMS Nurse is a senior post. The postholder will be responsible for delivering safe, effective, and compassionate neuromodulation treatments, including Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS). The postholder will lead daily clinical operations, undertake specialist assessments, deliver treatments in line with national standards, and ensure high-quality patient care throughout the treatment pathway.

The role includes clinical leadership, supervision of junior staff, coordination of patient pathways, and active involvement in service development, audit, governance, and accreditation processes.

Main duties of the job

Assess patients pre-treatment including physical health checks, mental state, risk assessment, and treatment suitability.

Provide specialist nursing care during ECT or rTMS sessions, ensuring safety, comfort, and adherence to clinical protocols.

Ensure compliance with national guidelines, for ECTAS (ECT Accreditation Service) and NICE guidance.

Contribute to audits, quality improvement, and service accreditation processes.

Manage patient pathways, including referrals, scheduling, follow-up appointments, and communication with community teams.

Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to Band 5 nurses, HCAs, and students

Deliver training to staff on ECT/rTMS procedures, safety, and patient care.

Work closely with: Consultant psychiatrists, Anaesthetists (ECT), other mental health teams

Communicate treatment progress, risks, and outcomes to the wider MDT/ referring team.

Lead on incident reporting, investigation, and learning.

Ensure infection control compliance within the treatment suite.

Participate in clinical governance meetings, audits, and service reviews.

Maintain safeguarding awareness, escalating concerns appropriately.

Provide psychoeducation about ECT/rTMS, addressing concerns and reducing stigma, and offer emotional support, especially for anxious or vulnerable patients.

Support informed consent, ensuring patients understand risks, benefits, and alternatives

About us

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) is one of the largest and most diverse NHS Trusts in the UK, providing mental health, community, learning disability, addictions and offender care services across London, Milton Keynes, Surrey and beyond. Joining CNWL means becoming part of a compassionate, forward-thinking organisation that values kindness, respect, and continuous learning.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where staff feel supported, listened to and able to thrive. CNWL offers extensive opportunities for professional development

leadership training, and career progression, alongside strong multidisciplinary collaboration and a culture that encourages innovation and service improvement.

Staff wellbeing is central to how we work. CNWL provides access to a wide range of wellbeing resources, staff networks, flexible working options where possible, and a supportive environment that empowers you to deliver excellent care.

By joining CNWL, you become part of a Trust that invests in its people, celebrates diversity, and is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred services across our communities.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£45,953 to £54,254 a year pa inc HCAS (pro rata if P/T)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

333-J-HA-0749

Job locations

ECT/Neuromodulation Clinic, Harrow

Watford Rd

Harrow

HA1 3UJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Band 6 nurses work closely with the people who use our services, families, friends and carers and play an important contribution in how people experience our services. Band 6 nurses are expected to be kind and responsive but professional and informative and contribute to the quality of the services we provide by:

Support the running of the ECT service based on safe, good practice. Role involves front of house clerking in patients, supporting patient in recovery post treatment, covering for Lead nurse in assisting administration of treatment in absence.

Coordinate ECT clinics for inpatients and outpatients across

Facilitate students learning experience for ECT which will include Nursing and Medical students and students from other health related professions. Through Observation of ECT and Teaching Sessions about ECT

Organize training of qualified staff in running the ECT clinic to cover Absence of the postholder

Responsible for collating statistics on use of ECT at Northwick Park which is required by the Trust

Administer rTMS using pre-defined protocols

Be actively involved in promoting the activities of the neuromodulation service

To be prepared to expand skillset in new neuromodulation therapies as the service expands.

To represent CNWL and regional and national neuromodulation forums as the opportunity arise.

Actively involvement in Clinical Audit and Research work undertaken within the Trust

To be aware of and comply with all aspects of the NMC code of Professional Conduct.

Completing stock takes of equipment and medication on a weekly basis to ensure the running and safety of the clinic.

Values

Central and North West London NHS Trust expects all Band 6 nurses to act in a way which shows you understand our core values and are willing to put them into practice with service users, their friends family and carers and also other staff members.

As a Band 6 nurse we expect you to show COMPASSION, contribute to a caring and kind environment and recognise that what you do and say helps can make the lives of others better.

We expect you to RESPECT everyone and acknowledge and welcome peoples differences rather than ignore them or see them as problematic.

We expect you to EMPOWER others and continually try to provide information, resources and support to help others make their own decisions and meet their own needs.

We expect you to work in PARTNERSHIP and behave in a way that shows that you recognise that commissioners and users of our services are the people who generate and pay for ourwork.

As a band 6 nurse we expect you to role model these values and contribute to ensuring that they are embedded in the practice of the team.

Key Responsibilities

Central and North West London NHS Trust is committed to providing safe, effective services and providing patients and families with a positive experience.

Patient Safety

Band 6 nurses contribute to the provision of safe and reliable services by:

Using their clinical judgement and risk assessments to keep the people using our services as safe as possible

Safeguarding people by recognising and responding when an adult or child might be at risk from abuse but also recognising their own limits and asking for help and escalate concerns when necessary

Escalating safety concerns and by doing so acting as effective advocates for those who use our services

Being open and transparent about their own practice

Supervising the work of others

Reflecting on everyday practice to identify areas where improvements in safety or quality can be made

Working with others to create a culture of continuous improvement

Maintaining accurate, legible, comprehensive records

Maintaining compliance with their mandatory training requirements.

The NMC plays an important role in safeguarding the public by regulating the work of nurses and all nurses, including Band 6 nurses, are expected to register with the NMC each year and adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct.

Clinical Outcomes

Band 6 nurses often work with people who have complex needs and contribute to the effectiveness of services by:

Being confident, autonomous practitioners who take responsibility for the care they give to patients but also take responsibility for overseeing the work of others in the team including less experienced nurses and staff without a professional qualification

Providing skilled, evidence based nursing care which adheres to agreed policies and procedures

Working with patients and families in all stages of the care planning process including assessing risks and needs

Acting as patient advocates in the multi-disciplinary team and overseeing the work of others to ensure that they are also responding to the needs of patients and providing clinically effective care

Working as autonomous practitioners and taking responsibility for the care they give to patients but also work as team members

Contributing to creating and maintaining high performing teams by:

communicating well with all members of the team

understanding their role in the team and how they help the team achieve its objectives

reflecting on their own practice regularly and encouraging the whole team to reflect on their practices in handovers and team meetings

encouraging the team to learn from adverse events or respond to data analysis from audits or benchmarking exercises and implement sustainable initiatives which improve clinical outcomes

Patient Experience

Band 6 nurses contribute to the people using our services feeling respected and empowered to make decisions about their health and wellbeing by:

Working in partnership with patients and their families and carers

Gaining consent and, as far as possible, involving people in all decision making

Signposting patients and carers to the courses provided by the Recovery and Wellbeing College or services provided by the local authority or voluntary sector

Reassuring people by being professional, responsive, knowledgeable and confident

Demonstrating clinical leadership and challenging any poor behaviour to patients, families or other staff members and creating a positive, inclusive culture in which everyone is treated with kindness and respect and the trusts values are embedded in all practice

Responding to complaints or concerns effectively and quickly in line with the Trust policy

Supporting yourself and others

All services and teams in the Trust should be able to demonstrate that they are meeting the Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards of care. Band 6 nurses are expected to be Clinical Leaders and play an active role in ensuring that the team understands the CQC standards and what individual team members do to help achieve those standards by:

Taking a lead role in gathering and recording evidence which demonstrates that CQC and locally agreed standards are being met: assessing the performance of the whole team by using audit and benchmarking exercises and often contribute to the implementation of quality improvement initiatives

Contributing to the performance management of teams and creating a positive culture in which the team can learn from mistakes and is enthusiastic to improve

Deputising for the Inpatient manager /Matron and ensuring that there is no fall in performance in their absence. This may include managing the team and coordinating shifts.

Engaged staff are more productive and Band 6 nurses play a role in engaging in other staff members in the Trust and the work we do by:

Providing supervision and annual appraisals to individuals and giving constructive, regular feedback which helps those individuals reflect on their work, understand their objectives and the CQC standards and monitor their progress towards achieving them

Participating constructively in their own supervision and annual appraisal processes

Using continuing professional development funds to develop a relevant clinical specialism, gain sign-off mentorship skills or undertake accredited leadership or management modules.

Service Specific Responsibilities

The service specific responsibilities attached to this Band 6 nurse post are explained in the Service Specific Section attached to this Job Description and the attached Person Specification.

Job description Job responsibilities Band 6 nurses work closely with the people who use our services, families, friends and carers and play an important contribution in how people experience our services. Band 6 nurses are expected to be kind and responsive but professional and informative and contribute to the quality of the services we provide by: Support the running of the ECT service based on safe, good practice. Role involves front of house clerking in patients, supporting patient in recovery post treatment, covering for Lead nurse in assisting administration of treatment in absence. Coordinate ECT clinics for inpatients and outpatients across Facilitate students learning experience for ECT which will include Nursing and Medical students and students from other health related professions. Through Observation of ECT and Teaching Sessions about ECT Organize training of qualified staff in running the ECT clinic to cover Absence of the postholder Responsible for collating statistics on use of ECT at Northwick Park which is required by the Trust Administer rTMS using pre-defined protocols Be actively involved in promoting the activities of the neuromodulation service To be prepared to expand skillset in new neuromodulation therapies as the service expands. To represent CNWL and regional and national neuromodulation forums as the opportunity arise. Actively involvement in Clinical Audit and Research work undertaken within the Trust To be aware of and comply with all aspects of the NMC code of Professional Conduct. Completing stock takes of equipment and medication on a weekly basis to ensure the running and safety of the clinic. Values Central and North West London NHS Trust expects all Band 6 nurses to act in a way which shows you understand our core values and are willing to put them into practice with service users, their friends family and carers and also other staff members. As a Band 6 nurse we expect you to show COMPASSION, contribute to a caring and kind environment and recognise that what you do and say helps can make the lives of others better. We expect you to RESPECT everyone and acknowledge and welcome peoples differences rather than ignore them or see them as problematic. We expect you to EMPOWER others and continually try to provide information, resources and support to help others make their own decisions and meet their own needs. We expect you to work in PARTNERSHIP and behave in a way that shows that you recognise that commissioners and users of our services are the people who generate and pay for ourwork. As a band 6 nurse we expect you to role model these values and contribute to ensuring that they are embedded in the practice of the team. Key Responsibilities Central and North West London NHS Trust is committed to providing safe, effective services and providing patients and families with a positive experience. Patient Safety Band 6 nurses contribute to the provision of safe and reliable services by: Using their clinical judgement and risk assessments to keep the people using our services as safe as possible Safeguarding people by recognising and responding when an adult or child might be at risk from abuse but also recognising their own limits and asking for help and escalate concerns when necessary Escalating safety concerns and by doing so acting as effective advocates for those who use our services Being open and transparent about their own practice Supervising the work of others Reflecting on everyday practice to identify areas where improvements in safety or quality can be made Working with others to create a culture of continuous improvement Maintaining accurate, legible, comprehensive records Maintaining compliance with their mandatory training requirements. The NMC plays an important role in safeguarding the public by regulating the work of nurses and all nurses, including Band 6 nurses, are expected to register with the NMC each year and adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct. Clinical Outcomes Band 6 nurses often work with people who have complex needs and contribute to the effectiveness of services by: Being confident, autonomous practitioners who take responsibility for the care they give to patients but also take responsibility for overseeing the work of others in the team including less experienced nurses and staff without a professional qualification Providing skilled, evidence based nursing care which adheres to agreed policies and procedures Working with patients and families in all stages of the care planning process including assessing risks and needs Acting as patient advocates in the multi-disciplinary team and overseeing the work of others to ensure that they are also responding to the needs of patients and providing clinically effective care Working as autonomous practitioners and taking responsibility for the care they give to patients but also work as team members Contributing to creating and maintaining high performing teams by: communicating well with all members of the team understanding their role in the team and how they help the team achieve its objectives reflecting on their own practice regularly and encouraging the whole team to reflect on their practices in handovers and team meetings encouraging the team to learn from adverse events or respond to data analysis from audits or benchmarking exercises and implement sustainable initiatives which improve clinical outcomes Patient Experience Band 6 nurses contribute to the people using our services feeling respected and empowered to make decisions about their health and wellbeing by: Working in partnership with patients and their families and carers Gaining consent and, as far as possible, involving people in all decision making Signposting patients and carers to the courses provided by the Recovery and Wellbeing College or services provided by the local authority or voluntary sector Reassuring people by being professional, responsive, knowledgeable and confident Demonstrating clinical leadership and challenging any poor behaviour to patients, families or other staff members and creating a positive, inclusive culture in which everyone is treated with kindness and respect and the trusts values are embedded in all practice Responding to complaints or concerns effectively and quickly in line with the Trust policy Supporting yourself and others All services and teams in the Trust should be able to demonstrate that they are meeting the Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards of care. Band 6 nurses are expected to be Clinical Leaders and play an active role in ensuring that the team understands the CQC standards and what individual team members do to help achieve those standards by: Taking a lead role in gathering and recording evidence which demonstrates that CQC and locally agreed standards are being met: assessing the performance of the whole team by using audit and benchmarking exercises and often contribute to the implementation of quality improvement initiatives Contributing to the performance management of teams and creating a positive culture in which the team can learn from mistakes and is enthusiastic to improve Deputising for the Inpatient manager /Matron and ensuring that there is no fall in performance in their absence. This may include managing the team and coordinating shifts. Engaged staff are more productive and Band 6 nurses play a role in engaging in other staff members in the Trust and the work we do by: Providing supervision and annual appraisals to individuals and giving constructive, regular feedback which helps those individuals reflect on their work, understand their objectives and the CQC standards and monitor their progress towards achieving them Participating constructively in their own supervision and annual appraisal processes Using continuing professional development funds to develop a relevant clinical specialism, gain sign-off mentorship skills or undertake accredited leadership or management modules. Service Specific Responsibilities The service specific responsibilities attached to this Band 6 nurse post are explained in the Service Specific Section attached to this Job Description and the attached Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Mental Health
• Numeracy skills required for the safe administration of medicines
• Evidence of relevant Continuous Professional Development

Desirable

• Practice assessor/ supervisor training completed, completion of preceptorship.
• Completion of medication competency assessment
• Intermediate Life support Training

Previous Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience working as a Band 5 nurse in Older / Adult Inpatient Mental Health Services

Desirable

• ECT experience
• RTMS experience

Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Mental Health Numeracy skills required for the safe administration of medicines Evidence of relevant Continuous Professional Development Desirable Practice assessor/ supervisor training completed, completion of preceptorship. Completion of medication competency assessment Intermediate Life support Training Previous Experience Essential Extensive experience working as a Band 5 nurse in Older / Adult Inpatient Mental Health Services Desirable ECT experience RTMS experience

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

ECT/Neuromodulation Clinic, Harrow

Watford Rd

Harrow

HA1 3UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

ECT/Neuromodulation Clinic, Harrow

Watford Rd

Harrow

HA1 3UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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