Community Mental Health Nurse​/Practitioner

Go back Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 22 January 2026

Permanent | 37.5 hours per week - mixture of hours considered

We are excited to expand our CAMHS Duty team and are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced mental health nurse/practitioner to join us. If you're passionate about supporting young people with complex mental health needs, this is a great opportunity for personal and professional growth.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience working within a CAMHS/mental health setting
• Therapeutic skills to build positive relationships.
• Understanding of the complex needs and risks faced by young people.

We offer a supportive induction and a welcoming team environment, and look forward to receiving your application!

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

• Manage your own caseload, conducting initial and comprehensive assessments, especially for those presenting high risk or experiencing rapid mental health deterioration.
• Daily referrals meetings, where all CAMHS referrals are triaged as part of an multidisciplinary team.
• Consultation calls to support young people awaiting initial assessments and professionals needing referrals.
• Rapid response appointments for high-risk young people, offering follow‑up support
• Help develop care plans in collaboration with young people, including the views of families/carers, where appropriate.
• Supervise and support junior colleagues

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.

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 Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s 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 sc Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.

• Self‑Management and organisation
• Excellent Communication / interpersonal skills (verbal and written)
• Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle
• Commitment to: CAMHS Self and service development Flexible practice Flexible working patterns Management of change
• Leadership