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Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Liaison Mental Health Nurse

The closing date is 12 November 2026

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Job summary

Permanent | Full-time

We are looking for a dedicated Mental Health Nurse to join our STAR Team. You will work alongside a Band 6 clinician to triage and assess young people in crisis presenting to the emergency department. You'll contribute to assessments, care planning, and evaluations, providing effective interventions for both young people and their families.

About Us: The Supportive Treatment and Recovery (STAR) Team at Sheffield Children's Hospital provides assessment and brief therapeutic interventions to young people in crisis. We collaborate with CAMHS, social care, and local partners to ensure the best outcomes for the young people we support.

About You: You are a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or Registered Nurse in Learning Disabilities (RNLD) with a passion for supporting young people in crisis. You're committed to standards of care, professional development, and excel in challenging environments, making a positive impact on the recovery of vulnerable individuals.

Apply now to join our team!

Main duties of the job

Reporting to the CAMHS Service Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct assessments, plan, and evaluate nursing care for young people in crisis.

• Help triage and assess individuals presenting to the emergency department.

• Ensure the needs of children, young people, and their families are met with effective interventions.

• Maintain accurate records related to assessments and care provided

• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-standard brief crisis interventions.

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 this year, 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.

Details

Date posted

05 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year

per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

425-26-8218355-A

Job locations

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

**We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

This role has been assigned occupation code 2235 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK.Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

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 [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

#LI-Onsite

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

**We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

This role has been assigned occupation code 2235 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK.Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

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 [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

#LI-Onsite

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• RMN / RN (Mental Health) or RLDN / RN (Learning Disabilities) registration or awaiting registration

Desirable

• Degree in relevant subject

Experience

Essential

• Mental Health Experience in Acute or CAMHS setting Multi- disciplinary working.

Desirable

• CAMHS experience / placement
• Previous experience of working with children and young people or Adult mental health experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Legal Frameworks relevant to MH care (MHA, Safeguarding, Children's Act)
• Risk assessment / management
• Nursing process

Desirable

• Clinical governance
• Current CAMHS practice / issues
• Health and Safety

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Self-Management and organisation
• Excellent Communication / interpersonal skills (verbal / written)
• Commitment to: CAMHS; self and service development; flexible practice; flexible working patterns; management of change

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• RMN / RN (Mental Health) or RLDN / RN (Learning Disabilities) registration or awaiting registration

Desirable

• Degree in relevant subject

Experience

Essential

• Mental Health Experience in Acute or CAMHS setting Multi- disciplinary working.

Desirable

• CAMHS experience / placement
• Previous experience of working with children and young people or Adult mental health experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Legal Frameworks relevant to MH care (MHA, Safeguarding, Children's Act)
• Risk assessment / management
• Nursing process

Desirable

• Clinical governance
• Current CAMHS practice / issues
• Health and Safety

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Self-Management and organisation
• Excellent Communication / interpersonal skills (verbal / written)
• Commitment to: CAMHS; self and service development; flexible practice; flexible working patterns; management of change

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

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Nurse Specialist

Sally Rawlings

[email protected]

01143053327

Details

Date posted

05 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year

per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

425-26-8218355-A

Job locations

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH

United Kingdom

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