NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
Are you a passionate and experienced Mental Health Nurse looking to take the next step in your career? NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a dedicated Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse to join our Community Mental Health Team. In this rewarding role, you will provide specialist mental health care, support service users with complex needs, and lead nursing colleagues within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities while developing your leadership skills. As part of NHSGGC, Scotland's largest health board, you'll join a supportive organisation committed to delivering high-quality care, professional development and continuous improvement.
A current driving licence is required for the post. As part of the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s pre-employment checking for all appointed candidates, evidence of current NMC Registration will be required before start date. This post requires a PVG Scheme Membership/Disclosure Scotland check.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- Arran Resource Centre
-
Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00
-
Permanent, full-time
Key responsibilities:
- Manage and coordinate a community caseload, undertaking assessments, care planning, reviews and discharge planning
-
Provide clinical leadership, supervision and support to nursing staff and healthcare support workers within the team
-
Deliver specialist mental health interventions and crisis support for service users with complex health and social care needs
-
Develop and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with service users, carers and partner agencies
-
Support clinical governance activities, including quality improvement, risk management and implementation of evidence-based practice
-
Contribute to the development of local policies, procedures and service improvements across mental health services
-
Participate in multidisciplinary working, facilitating effective communication and coordination of care across services
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- First Level Registered Mental Nurse (RMN) qualification with current professional registration
-
Significant post-registration nursing experience within a relevant mental health setting
-
Demonstrable experience of managing complex mental health cases within community services
-
Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development and commitment to lifelong learning
-
Strong leadership, mentoring and supervisory skills with the ability to support and develop colleagues
-
Excellent communication, organisational and analytical skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
-
Ability to assess risk, make autonomous clinical decisions and deliver safe, person-centred care within a multidisciplinary environment
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
-
A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
-
Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
-
Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
-
Enhanced pay for working public holidays
-
NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
-
Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Maureen Downie, 0141 232 1200, Nurse Team Lead, [email protected]
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application, but your answers must be your own.
-
Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
-
Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers.
-
Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.
Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you, not an AI tool.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
For application portal or log-in issues, please contact the Jobtrain Support Hub in the first instance.
