CPN – Older Adults 65+ – Eastbourne Area – Band 6 needed!

Job information

  • Location: Darlington
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Community Psychiatric Nursing
  • Working arrangement: Hybrid
  • Salary: £25.27 - 26.27 per hour
  • Published: May 20, 2025
Job reference: CPNOAEASTB
Consultant: Hannah Chapman

re you a Band 6 Community Psychiatric Nurse looking for a rewarding locum role in Eastbourne?
We have an exciting opportunity to join an Older Adults Mental Health Team, offering excellent pay, full-time hours, and the chance to make a meaningful difference supporting individuals aged 65+ in the community.


Key Details:

  • Job Title: Community Psychiatric Nurse – Band 6

  • Location: Eastbourne area

  • Duration: 3-month ongoing contract

  • Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • End Date: TBC

  • Rate of Pay: £25.27 – £26.27 per hour

  • Contact: Hannah Chapman – 0203 475 4175 / hchapman@hg-mh.com


A Day in the Life of an Older Adult CPN:

Join a supportive and experienced community mental health team providing care to older adults living with dementia and complex mental health needs. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Carrying out specialist mental health assessments in the community

  • Developing and reviewing care plans tailored to the individual needs of older adults

  • Delivering compassionate, evidence-based interventions to support patients and carers

  • Liaising with families, carers, GPs, and wider MDT teams

  • Supporting patients through medication management, risk assessments, and care coordination

  • Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and contributing to safeguarding processes


Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Current and valid NMC registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse

  • Essential: Previous experience working with older adults and dementia

  • Strong communication, empathy, and clinical decision-making skills

  • Ability to manage a community caseload independently

  • Full UK driver’s licence and access to a car required


Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The contract is 3 months ongoing, with the possibility of extension depending on performance and service need.


Ready to support older adults in your community?

Contact Hannah Chapman today at 0203 475 4175 or email hchapman@hg-mh.com to apply or find out more.


Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?

Hunter Gatherer is a trusted UK recruitment agency, placing mental health professionals in rewarding NHS and private sector roles. Whether you’re looking for short-term flexibility or long-term placements, we’re here to support your journey.

The benefits of working with us:
✔ Fast & simple registration
✔ Competitive locum rates with bi-weekly payroll
✔ Specialist consultants who understand your role
✔ Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities
✔ CV marketing & interview support
✔ CPD discounts & ongoing career guidance


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