Community Mental Health Nurse Role in Gateshead with Sponsorship: Apply Now

Location
Gateshead, North East England

Type
Permanent, Part-time

Salary (£)
£38,682 to £46,580 per annum (pro rata)

About Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
They’re rooted in the heart of Gateshead, providing hospital and community services that touch thousands of lives every year. With facilities like the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and Bensham Hospital, they’re known for excellent care across general and specialist areas. Their 4,200 staff live by values of innovation, care, openness, respect and engagement, shaping a culture where professionals thrive and patients feel supported.

Job details

Benefits

• NHS pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Annual leave starting at 27 days, rising with service, plus bank holidays
• Ongoing professional development with training and leadership opportunities
• Supportive environment with pastoral care and multidisciplinary teamwork
• NHS staff discounts across travel, retail and leisure

Requirements

• First Level Registered Nurse qualification: RNMH, RMN or RNLD
• Substantial experience at Band 5 or equivalent
• Experience supporting people over 65 with mental health needs
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• IT literacy and confidence with electronic care records
• A flexible approach and current driving licence

Salary Details

This role is offered at Band 6 Agenda for Change, with pay between £38,682 and £46,580 per annum (pro rata for part time).

About the Role

As a Community Mental Health Nurse in the Older Adults team, you’ll make a genuine difference in people’s lives. You’ll manage a caseload of patients with complex needs, supporting them to maintain independence and improve wellbeing.

This role gives you the freedom to work autonomously, yet you’ll always be part of a close-knit multidisciplinary team. You’ll collaborate with psychiatrists, occupational therapists and psychologists, making sure every decision is guided by evidence-based practice.

If you’re drawn to work that balances clinical skill with compassion, this role offers the chance to deliver impactful work in the community while growing your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and manage a caseload of community patients, improving quality of life
• Develop person-centred care plans that focus on recovery and wellbeing
• Deliver evidence-based clinical and psychological interventions
• Involve families and carers in planning to strengthen support networks
• Co-ordinate discharge planning, ensuring safe transitions of care
• Contribute to service development and champion high clinical standards
• Act as a mentor and role model for junior staff and colleagues

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires an enhanced DBS check, funded by the Trust.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They’re committed to recruiting a workforce that reflects the community they serve. They value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, ensuring fairness and respect for all.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Bensham Hospital, Saltwell Road, Gateshead, NE9 6SX
• Contact: Gillian Fithye, Community Mental Health Team Manager, gillian.fithye@nhs.net, 0191 445 6691

Reference Number
297-7341137-A

How To Apply
Don’t put this off. If you’re ready to bring your skills and compassion into a role where you’ll see real impact every day, Apply Now before the closing date of 17 September 2025.