Mental Health Nurse – Children & Young People

About the role

MedGen Healthcare is seeking compassionate, skilled, and dedicated Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs) to deliver high-quality, therapeutic care to children and young people with complex mental health needs. The role involves working with children and adolescents presenting with conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, emotional and behavioural difficulties, and other additional needs.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive mental health assessments and contribute to the development and evaluation of individualised care plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions and emotional support to children experiencing anxiety, distress, trauma‑related symptoms, or behavioural challenges.
• Support young people with autism and ADHD in managing routines, transitions, emotional regulation, and sensory sensitivities.
• Lead on the implementation of positive behaviour support strategies and risk management plans.
• Safely manage and de‑escalate challenging behaviours using PMVA techniques in accordance with policy and best practice.
• Administer and monitor medication in line with NMC guidelines and organisational policy (where applicable).
• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional clinical documentation and incident reports.

Required profile

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with active NMC registration.
• Minimum 6 months UK healthcare experience.
• Experience supporting young people with Autism, ADHD, and complex or challenging behaviours.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
• Up‑to‑date PMVA training (or willingness to complete training).
• Strong clinical assessment and risk management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities.
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and professional boundaries.
• Ability to remain calm, decisive, and professional in high‑pressure situations.
• Ability to provide a clinical reference.

Required skills

• PMVA techniques
• Medication administration
• Clinical assessment
• Risk management

What we offer

• Competitive pay rates – £36.00 to £43.00 per hour (subject to experience and shift type).
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your availability.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of children and young people.