Staff Nurse - Inpatient Mental Health Nursing

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde provides acute, primary, and community health services to a population of over 1.15 million people. We are hiring a Band 5 Mental Health Nurse for the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) – Stobhill Hospital, with an initial base at Skye House Adolescent Unit.

Shift pattern: Full‑time (37‑hour) permanent post working 24‑hour rotational shifts. Effective 1 April 2026, the full‑time hours for all Agenda for Change posts will be reduced to 36 hours.

Eligibility: A live NMC UK pin is required for consideration.

As a vital member of the team you will:

• Assess young people with moderate to severe psychiatric and neurodevelopmental challenges.
• Plan and deliver treatment, including care of patients, families, and carers.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, participating in regular clinical supervision.
• Shape and develop the Band 5 nursing role within CAMHS.
• Provide out‑of‑hours support on a rotational basis as required.

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or Learning Disabilities (LD) Nurse with active NMC registration.
• A compassionate, proactive nurse who thrives working both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine commitment to improving the lives of children and young people.
• Willingness to participate in out‑of‑hours support on a rotational basis.

At CAMHS you won’t just be doing a job – you’ll be making a lasting difference in the lives of young people and their families during some of their most vulnerable times. You will receive ongoing support and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career in a nurturing and empowering environment.

• Evidence of active NMC registration is required within your application form in order to be shortlisted (NRN applicants should go via the central recruitment process for GG&C).
• This post requires membership in the PVG Scheme for working with children and vulnerable adults.

Please contact Ruth Macharia, Senior Charge Nurse, on  (Nurse in charge mobile) for informal queries about this opportunity. Alternatively, email Ruth.machariat for informal contact.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community, promotes a culture of inclusion, and is proud of its diverse workforce. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer and supports applications from across the Armed Forces Community.

All applicants should provide original and authentic responses to the application questions. The use of artificial intelligence, automated tools, or third‑party assistance is strongly discouraged. Non‑compliance may result in withdrawal of the application.