CPN – Perinatal – Reading – Band 6

Job information

  • Location: Reading, Berkshire
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Community Psychiatric Nursing
  • Working arrangement: Hybrid
  • Salary: £25.50 - 26.50 per hour
  • Published: April 1, 2025
Job reference: CPNPerinatal
Consultant: Hannah Chapman

Band 6 CPN – Perinatal Team (Reading) – Locum Opportunity

Are you a Band 6 CPN looking for a rewarding locum role in Reading? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

Key Details:

  • Job Title: CPN Band 6 – Perinatal

  • Location: Reading area

  • Duration: 3-month ongoing contract

  • Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (flexible hours)

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • End Date: TBC

  • Rate of Pay: £25.50 – £26.50 per hour

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

A Day in the Life of a CPN – Perinatal Team:

Join our team as a Community Psychiatric Nurse and make a real difference in the lives of women and families within a perinatal mental health service. Your core responsibilities include:

✅ Conducting comprehensive mental health assessments and risk evaluations
✅ Developing and implementing personalised care and treatment plans
✅ Medication management and participation in duty rotas
✅ Carrying a caseload and providing continuity of care
✅ Overseeing students and supporting their learning and development
✅ Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and midwives
✅ Maintaining accurate and detailed clinical records in line with compliance standards

Requirements & Qualifications:

Current and valid NMC registration and PIN
Perinatal experience is ideal, but those with a keen interest will also be considered
✔ Strong communication and interpersonal skills
✔ Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
✔ Commitment to delivering high-quality mental health & nursing care
Car driver essential

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This full-time role requires availability from Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with flexible working hours available. The contract is 3 months ongoing, with a strong likelihood of extension based on performance and service needs.

This opportunity won’t last long!

Contact Hannah Chapman today at 0203 475 4175 or email hchapman@hg-mh.com, or click below to apply now.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?

Hunter Gatherer is a leading UK recruitment agency specialising in Mental Health, Nursing, and Doctor locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We connect Mental Health Professionals (MHPs), Nurses, and Doctors with high-quality opportunities that match their skills, experience, and career goals.

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