Charge Nurse - Adult MH Chebsey Acute Ward
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Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Charge Nurse - Adult MH Chebsey Acute Ward
The closing date is 25 November 2026
Job summary
Are you a Mental Health Nurse with supervisory or leadership experience? Are you looking for a new opportunity to work in an organisation that will help you develop and achieve your goals to become the best you can be? If so, you are in luck.
Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust has an internal opportunity our Adult Acute Mental Health Ward - Chebsey House at St Georges Hospital in Stafford.
We provide inpatient facilities for working age adults with acute mental health problems and we are looking for caring, compassionate individual to work within our acute service who are committed to providing high quality care and treatment to our patients. Working in an acute environment can be challenging, but with the right team, positive attitude and resilience we are rising to the challenge and reaping the reward of being able to support people during their most difficult times.
Main duties of the job
- You will take the lead for quality and clinical interventions on the ward and be an active member of a collective leadership group.
- You will be responsible for guiding and undertaking clinical assessments, in accordance with clinical pathways, in order to establish the person's needs, goals, risks and strengths in order to generate a formulation based care plan agreed with all involved.
- You will be responsible for guiding and delivering therapeutic interventions, in accordance with an agreed care plan.
- You will also be expected to be available for consultation, support and clinical supervision to other health professionals working on the ward.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Details
Date posted
06 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
301-RJ-26-8399783
Job locations
Chebsey House
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
What is it like to be an Inpatient Mental Health Nurse at MPFT? - YouTube
With you in our team, we will empower you to work innovatively, showing a commitment to providing compassionate care and a strong desire to improve the patients experience. You will be able to apply the philosophies of engagement, recovery and positive care in your work with your patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
What is it like to be an Inpatient Mental Health Nurse at MPFT? - YouTube
With you in our team, we will empower you to work innovatively, showing a commitment to providing compassionate care and a strong desire to improve the patients experience. You will be able to apply the philosophies of engagement, recovery and positive care in your work with your patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified & Registered Mental Health Professional (NMC)
- Internal MPFT applicant working at B5 or above
Desirable
- Leadership qualification
- Supervision qualification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of extensive post registration experience of working with older adults experiencing mental health related difficulties
- Experience of working with people who have difficulty in engaging with services and have complex mental health needs
- Experience of assessing, planning, co-ordinating and managing people with mental health problems in a community setting
- Currently working for MPFT on an inpatient ward
Desirable
- Experience of making decisions autonomously
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified & Registered Mental Health Professional (NMC)
- Internal MPFT applicant working at B5 or above
Desirable
- Leadership qualification
- Supervision qualification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of extensive post registration experience of working with older adults experiencing mental health related difficulties
- Experience of working with people who have difficulty in engaging with services and have complex mental health needs
- Experience of assessing, planning, co-ordinating and managing people with mental health problems in a community setting
- Currently working for MPFT on an inpatient ward
Desirable
- Experience of making decisions autonomously
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.
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.
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
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chebsey House
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chebsey House
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Ward Manager
Amy Sloggett
03007907000
Details
Date posted
06 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
301-RJ-26-8399783
Job locations
Chebsey House
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
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