Memory Assessment Nurse Band 6
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Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Memory Assessment Nurse Band 6
The closing date is 13 November 2026
Job summary
We are pleased to offer the post of Memory Assessment Nurse within the Bolton memory assessment service. The successful applicant will provide specialist community and clinic-based memory assessments and guide post-diagnostic support for service users of MATS, following the Dementia clinical pathway and the MATS operational procedure. The successful applicant will also act as the Duty worker completing the screening of referrals, offering advice and signposting into appropriate services.
You must be an enthusiastic, motivated and committed individual who will be part of a fully integrated Multi-Disciplinary Team, can work autonomously and as part of the team to continue to deliver and develop the existing service. The service provides early identification of a dementia or cognitive impairment by means of memory assessment, cognitive screening, diagnosis, treatment and short-term support for people with memory difficulties. You will need to be an experienced band 6 nurse with experience of memory problems.
Working for the memory assessment service in Bolton will provide you with many opportunities to develop your assessment and diagnostic skills, we focus on learning as a team and value the diverse professional input and knowledge within the team. We value all members of the MDT and respect one another's opinions in the ways we deliver our care, we welcome new ideas, enthusiasm and innovative working.
Main duties of the job
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The focus of this role will predominantly be in memory assessment clinics including some home visits.
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Support diagnosis, treatment, and short-term interventions for people with memory difficulties
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The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the wider working of the MDT by participating in the weekly MDT meetings.
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The post holder will hold a small case load of individuals who are titrating on medications, where you will monitor treatment, physical observations and liaise with the medics/GP regarding any changes to the medication plan.
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Monitor treatment response, complete physicalobservationsand liaise with medical teams or GPsregardingmedication management
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
Depending on experience per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8314683
Job locations
Breightmet health centre
Breightmet Fold Lane
Bolton
BL2 6LA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Memory Assessment Service: Under the line management and clinical supervision from within MAS the post holder will provide specialist community and clinic-based mental health nursing services for clients of MAS, in line with the relevant dementia clinical pathway as outlined within the MATS operational procedure.
The post-holder will contribute to the development and integration of specialist nursing interventions for adults with mild to moderate cognitive impairment within the Memory Assessment Service.
The post-holder will contribute to the development and delivery of individually tailored service for people with dementia.
The post-holder will undertake assessment and treatment of clients referred for investigation of possible mild cognitive impairment and dementia, in accordance with NICE Guidelines and evidence-based practice, to support the work of the MATS service.
The post-holder will undertake supervision of junior staff and trainees, as delegated by the MATS Team Leader
The post-holder will take an active role within the relevant multi-disciplinary teams and will work within these services co-ordinated frameworks.
The post-holder will undertake teaching, training, liaison and service promotion, within the Community Organic Service and the Bolton Directorate as a whole, and for other agencies.
The post-holder will contribute to audit and research work undertaken by the MATS Team.
This includes respecting individuality, values, culture and religious diversity of clients and colleagues and thus contributing to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Memory Assessment Service: Under the line management and clinical supervision from within MAS the post holder will provide specialist community and clinic-based mental health nursing services for clients of MAS, in line with the relevant dementia clinical pathway as outlined within the MATS operational procedure.
The post-holder will contribute to the development and integration of specialist nursing interventions for adults with mild to moderate cognitive impairment within the Memory Assessment Service.
The post-holder will contribute to the development and delivery of individually tailored service for people with dementia.
The post-holder will undertake assessment and treatment of clients referred for investigation of possible mild cognitive impairment and dementia, in accordance with NICE Guidelines and evidence-based practice, to support the work of the MATS service.
The post-holder will undertake supervision of junior staff and trainees, as delegated by the MATS Team Leader
The post-holder will take an active role within the relevant multi-disciplinary teams and will work within these services co-ordinated frameworks.
The post-holder will undertake teaching, training, liaison and service promotion, within the Community Organic Service and the Bolton Directorate as a whole, and for other agencies.
The post-holder will contribute to audit and research work undertaken by the MATS Team.
This includes respecting individuality, values, culture and religious diversity of clients and colleagues and thus contributing to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.
Person Specification
Skills and experience
Essential
- Demonstrate a positive and proactive approach and choice
- Ability to prioritize and manage a small caseload
- Effective communication skills, to include the ability to maintain accurate and contemporaneous records
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively across a range of disciplines and services
- Act with transparency and honesty; respect and value others to do the right thing at the right time for everyone
- Risk assessment and management skills
Desirable
- Experience in working with older adults /community Previous experience in dementia diagnostics (under supervision)
- Able to deputise in team leaders' absence
- Effective networking and signposting skills
Knowledge
Essential
- RMN qualification Evidence of post registration and / or post graduate development Evidence of continued professional development
- Experience of Cognitive screening
- Awareness of Dementia subtypes
- Knowledge of the causes, symptoms and treatment of dementia
- Knowledge of cognitive enhancing medications and the N.I.C.E. guidelines relating to their use
Desirable
- Experience in working with older adults /community Previous experience in dementia diagnostics (under supervision)
- Previous band 6 experience
- Post diagnostic support - facilitating groups/1:1
Skills and experience
Essential
- Demonstrate a positive and proactive approach and choice
- Ability to prioritize and manage a small caseload
- Effective communication skills, to include the ability to maintain accurate and contemporaneous records
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively across a range of disciplines and services
- Act with transparency and honesty; respect and value others to do the right thing at the right time for everyone
- Risk assessment and management skills
Desirable
- Experience in working with older adults /community Previous experience in dementia diagnostics (under supervision)
- Able to deputise in team leaders' absence
- Effective networking and signposting skills
Knowledge
Essential
- RMN qualification Evidence of post registration and / or post graduate development Evidence of continued professional development
- Experience of Cognitive screening
- Awareness of Dementia subtypes
- Knowledge of the causes, symptoms and treatment of dementia
- Knowledge of cognitive enhancing medications and the N.I.C.E. guidelines relating to their use
Desirable
- Experience in working with older adults /community Previous experience in dementia diagnostics (under supervision)
- Previous band 6 experience
- Post diagnostic support - facilitating groups/1:1
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Breightmet health centre
Breightmet Fold Lane
Bolton
BL2 6LA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Breightmet health centre
Breightmet Fold Lane
Bolton
BL2 6LA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Team Manager
Amanda Mellor
01204483770
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
Depending on experience per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8314683
Job locations
Breightmet health centre
Breightmet Fold Lane
Bolton
BL2 6LA
United Kingdom
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