Charge Nurse – Specialist Mental Health (Community Team)

About the role

As a Band 6 Specialist Mental Health Nurse within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, you will provide compassionate, person‑centred care to individuals with complex mental health needs in the Community Mental Health Team. Based at Woodlands Mental Health Resource Centre, you will work Monday‑Friday, 09:00‑17:00, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team while operating autonomously.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including risk evaluation and care planning, for patients with complex mental health needs.
• Serve as Named Nurse/keyworker, managing a defined caseload and coordinating care.
• Deliver and evaluate recovery‑focused, person‑centred interventions in community settings.
• Develop therapeutic relationships with patients and carers, promoting dignity, respect and inclusion.
• Administer and monitor treatments and medications in line with policy and best practice.
• Provide supervision, support and leadership to junior staff and students.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure holistic, integrated care delivery.

Required profile

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with a valid NMC pin (RNMH or RN3 level).
• Current PVG scheme membership and successful Disclosure Scotland check.
• Full UK driving licence due to the geographical catchment area.
• Demonstrable experience supporting complex patient needs within mental health services.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence‑based practice.
• Strong assessment, care coordination and clinical decision‑making abilities.
• Proven leadership experience, including supervision and delegation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work autonomously.

Required skills

• None specified

What we offer

• Supportive policies designed to enhance wellbeing and work‑life balance.
• Opportunities for career development, learning and progression within one of the UK’s largest NHS organisations.
• A collaborative and supportive environment that empowers you to make a real difference.