Band 6 CPN – Older Adults with Dementia – Market Drayton & Shrewsbury

Are you an experienced Community Mental Health Nurse with a passion for supporting people living with dementia?

Band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse – Dementia Services
Location: Oswestry, Market Drayton & Severnfields (Shrewsbury)
Duration: 12 Weeks Initially
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 17:00
Start Date: ASAP
Rate of Pay: £26 per hour

Hunter Gatherer Mental Health are currently recruiting for a Band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse to join a Dementia Service based across Oswestry, Market Drayton and Severnfields, Shrewsbury. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced clinician with a strong background in supporting older adults living with dementia within a community setting.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing a complex caseload of service users living with dementia within the community.
• Supporting the referrals management process and triaging new referrals.
• Providing intensive support and interventions for service users and carers with complex needs.
• Delivering holistic, person-centred care aimed at improving quality of life.
• Undertaking assessments, care planning, risk management and reviews.
• Working autonomously whilst contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Delivering a range of therapeutic interventions and evidence-based practice.
• Supporting and supervising junior staff where appropriate.
• Contributing positively to service development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements & Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) qualification with current NMC registration.
• Previous experience working with older adults living with dementia.
• Community mental health experience at Band 6 level or equivalent.
• Experience managing complex caseloads independently.
• Strong assessment, risk management and care planning skills.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure within a fast-paced service.
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport is desirable.

Working Hours & Contract Duration

This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00, with an initial 12-week contract and the possibility of extension depending on service requirements.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please contact Jake Davies today.

Email: jdavies@hg-mh.com

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?

Hunter Gatherer Mental Health are one of the UK’s leading specialist mental health recruitment agencies. We work with NHS Trusts and healthcare organisations nationwide, helping experienced mental health professionals secure rewarding locum opportunities.

• Market-leading pay rates
• Quick and easy registration process
• Dedicated specialist consultant
• Access to exclusive vacancies
• Weekly payroll
• Ongoing compliance and recruitment support

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