We offer a relocation package of up to £8,000
The relocation package is for anyone who would need to relocate in order to take up employment with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership. Terms and conditions apply.
Are you a caring and compassionate registered mental health nurse looking for a fresh opportunity? Or are you a student nurse who is about to qualify and begin their career as a registered nurse in the NHS?
We have a range of permanent, full and part time opportunities for staff nurses to work in our existing inpatient services in Alderley Edge in East Cheshire. Commutable from Manchester and the Peak District, we are situated in the heart of Cheshire with good transport links to neighbouring towns. If you relish a challenge and are a caring, compassionate and competent nurse with a passion to help others, then why not join our inpatient services team?
Our services in Macclesfield and Alderley Edge consist of the following areas:
Alderley Unit - a male low-secure autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability ward (Nether Alderley)* Saddlebridge Recovery Centre - a male 15-bed low-secure mental health ward (Nether Alderley)*
* CWP offers a secure services payment allowance to staff working on our low secure units of
£1,519 per annum
pro rata.
The ward provides a 24-hour service so the successful candidates must be able to work a full range of 12-hour shifts, including night shifts and weekends.
Main duties of the job
You will be able to demonstrate a real enthusiasm for mental health or learning disability nursing, as well as a desire for ongoing professional development. You will receive excellent training, clinical supervision and appraisal programme and there will be opportunities for development. We also offer staff training packages, development and leadership pathways and a comprehensive preceptorship program for those who are newly-qualified. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes: Competitive salary based upon an incremental pay progression scheme Annual leave based upon length of NHS service - 35 days on commencement of service, 37 days after 5 years and 41 days after 10 years (pro rata and inclusive of public holidays) An excellent NHS pension scheme
About us
CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care - including the provision of three GP surgeries.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
To support this, we offer up to three weeks induction, dependent on role, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This programme welcomes you to CWP and provides you with information and training to support you in your role.
We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust's Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a
Values Based Interview/Assessment , which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust's Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs: Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. The supporting information section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trust's Values and associated behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/completing-application-guidance. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
CWP is proud to be an accredited Veteran Aware organisation helping to provide and share best practice in NHS care for our armed forces community. As a veteran aware organisation, CWP is committed to delivering on the principles of the Armed Force Covenant and has a Silver award with the MOD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (DERS).
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
1st level mental health trained nurse, with an up to date knowledge of current mental health legislation Experience of working with adults with a Learning Disability
Desirable
Experience of carrying out clinical supervision
Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
Excellent communicator verbally and in terms of written work Well developed research-based knowledge and practical nursing skills An understanding of basic management principles is essential as the post will involve taking charge of the service occasionally Ability to work unsupervised. A positive approach towards use of information technology
Qualifications
Essential
RMN / RNLD First level nurse
Employer details
Employer name
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Nether Alderley
Macclesfield
SK10 4TW
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
373-SMH2311-ROLL #J-18808-Ljbffr
The relocation package is for anyone who would need to relocate in order to take up employment with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership. Terms and conditions apply.
Are you a caring and compassionate registered mental health nurse looking for a fresh opportunity? Or are you a student nurse who is about to qualify and begin their career as a registered nurse in the NHS?
We have a range of permanent, full and part time opportunities for staff nurses to work in our existing inpatient services in Alderley Edge in East Cheshire. Commutable from Manchester and the Peak District, we are situated in the heart of Cheshire with good transport links to neighbouring towns. If you relish a challenge and are a caring, compassionate and competent nurse with a passion to help others, then why not join our inpatient services team?
Our services in Macclesfield and Alderley Edge consist of the following areas:
Alderley Unit - a male low-secure autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability ward (Nether Alderley)* Saddlebridge Recovery Centre - a male 15-bed low-secure mental health ward (Nether Alderley)*
* CWP offers a secure services payment allowance to staff working on our low secure units of
£1,519 per annum
pro rata.
The ward provides a 24-hour service so the successful candidates must be able to work a full range of 12-hour shifts, including night shifts and weekends.
Main duties of the job
You will be able to demonstrate a real enthusiasm for mental health or learning disability nursing, as well as a desire for ongoing professional development. You will receive excellent training, clinical supervision and appraisal programme and there will be opportunities for development. We also offer staff training packages, development and leadership pathways and a comprehensive preceptorship program for those who are newly-qualified. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes: Competitive salary based upon an incremental pay progression scheme Annual leave based upon length of NHS service - 35 days on commencement of service, 37 days after 5 years and 41 days after 10 years (pro rata and inclusive of public holidays) An excellent NHS pension scheme
About us
CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care - including the provision of three GP surgeries.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
To support this, we offer up to three weeks induction, dependent on role, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This programme welcomes you to CWP and provides you with information and training to support you in your role.
We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust's Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a
Values Based Interview/Assessment , which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust's Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs: Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. The supporting information section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trust's Values and associated behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/completing-application-guidance. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
CWP is proud to be an accredited Veteran Aware organisation helping to provide and share best practice in NHS care for our armed forces community. As a veteran aware organisation, CWP is committed to delivering on the principles of the Armed Force Covenant and has a Silver award with the MOD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (DERS).
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
1st level mental health trained nurse, with an up to date knowledge of current mental health legislation Experience of working with adults with a Learning Disability
Desirable
Experience of carrying out clinical supervision
Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
Excellent communicator verbally and in terms of written work Well developed research-based knowledge and practical nursing skills An understanding of basic management principles is essential as the post will involve taking charge of the service occasionally Ability to work unsupervised. A positive approach towards use of information technology
Qualifications
Essential
RMN / RNLD First level nurse
Employer details
Employer name
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Nether Alderley
Macclesfield
SK10 4TW
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
373-SMH2311-ROLL #J-18808-Ljbffr
