Community Mental Health Nurse in West Sussex with Sponsorship: Apply Now

Shape lives through care that counts while growing in a supportive and forward-thinking NHS environment.

Location
West Sussex, Drayton House and Remote (Hybrid)

Type
Permanent, Full time

Salary (£)
NHS AfC: Band 6, £35,392 to £42,618 per annum plus £2,000 Golden Hello or Relocation Incentive (pro rata and subject to terms)

About Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SPFT) provides specialist mental health and learning disability services across Sussex and parts of Hampshire. They’re a people-first organisation, proud of their compassionate, accountable, and optimistic values. Their teams care for thousands every day, helping patients, carers and families navigate mental health challenges with dignity and empathy. They also take care of their staff, fostering an inclusive, innovative workplace where every idea matters and every person feels heard.

Job details

Benefits

• Golden Hello or Relocation Incentive: receive up to £2,000 support for eligible Band 6 roles
• Flexible working options: remote and hybrid working that fits your lifestyle
• Career growth: continuous professional development and lifelong learning support
• Supportive team culture: join a friendly multidisciplinary community team
• Inclusive environment: a workplace built on respect, diversity, and collaboration

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Mental Health, Learning Disability or Adult)
• Completion of Mentorship Course or ENB equivalent
• Proven experience working with complex health presentations
• Skilled in clinical assessments, including risk evaluation
• Experience supervising staff or students
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Committed to compassionate, person-centred care

Salary Details

This Band 6 position offers £35,392 to £42,618 per annum, with eligibility for a £2,000 Golden Hello or Relocation Incentive (pro rata and subject to terms).

About the Role

As a Community Mental Health Nurse within the Specialist Older Adults Mental Health Service (SOAMHS) Triage Team, you’ll be the first point of clinical contact for referrals across West Sussex. You’ll assess, triage, and guide patients toward the right care pathways, ensuring they receive timely and appropriate support.

You’ll work remotely from home with regular in-person meetings at Drayton House and virtual team huddles through Teams. This setup combines independence with connection, letting you collaborate while maintaining flexibility.

Your insight will help shape safe, effective, and compassionate care for older adults navigating mental health challenges. It’s a role that demands both clinical expertise and genuine empathy—and rewards both.

Key Responsibilities

• Screen and triage referrals to identify the best clinical pathways for patients
• Collaborate with families, carers, and referrers to develop person-centred care plans
• Deliver specialist advice and interventions tailored to older adult mental health needs
• Provide clinical supervision to colleagues and students to maintain best practice
• Ensure safety and quality through accurate record keeping and governance standards
• Work consultatively with external agencies and healthcare partners for coordinated care

Each action you take helps shape a consistent, safe, and compassionate triage process that supports both patients and teams.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust values diversity and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities they serve. They welcome applicants from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities and individuals with disabilities.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Drayton House, West Sussex
• Contact: Recruitment Team, careers@spft.nhs.uk

Reference Number
B6-SOAMHS-TRIAGE-WSX

How To Apply
Don’t wait too long—vacancies may close early if filled. If you’re ready to take the next step in your mental health nursing career with a team that values you, apply today.