Clinical Nurse

Overview

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Clinical Nurse

The closing date is 22 September 2025

Permanent (first 12 months at Sapphire Lodge) Full-time

About the role

We are looking for someone to join our inpatient team, where you will support young people with conditions such as low mood, anxiety, psychosis, eating difficulties, and autism, working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver tailored care plans and interventions.

Your first 12 months will be spent working at Sapphire Lodge, which is dedicated to providing high-quality care to young people aged 13-18 experiencing mental health, emotional, and behavioural difficulties.

About You

• RMN / RN (Mental Health) or RLDN / RN (Learning Disabilities) registration or awaiting registration.
• A genuine interest in working with young people and supporting them
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the service and the young people in our care.

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and want to work in a creative and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Clinical Nurse Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Assess, plan, and implement nursing care.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to help young people manage their thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
• Collaborate with the team to contribute to the development of individual care plans.
• Support the recovery and well-being of young people, helping them achieve their maximum potential.
• Coordinate nursing activities across shifts to ensure smooth operations on the unit.

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at . Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health/LD Nurse or awaiting registration
• Degree in relevant subject

Experience

• Multi-disciplinary working
• CAMHS experience/placement

Knowledge and Skills

• Legal frameworks relevant to mental health care
• Risk assessment and management
• Nursing processes
• Current issues within CAMHS
• Clinical Governance

Personal Attributes

• Excellent verbal and written communication/interpersonal skills
• Commitment to self and service development

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.

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Becton Centre for Children and Young People

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

425-25-

Job locations

The Becton Centre for Children and Young People