CAMHS Nurse(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
Start or Grow Your Nursing Career in CAMHS
If you are a qualified nurse looking to build your career in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), this role offers a supportive and enriching environment to do just that. You will work alongside experienced professionals while developing your confidence in supporting children, young people, and their families through complex mental health challenges.
This is an ideal opportunity for nurses who are motivated, compassionate, and eager to deepen their clinical skills in a specialist area.
 About the Service
The York Community CAMHS team provides assessment, care planning, and therapeutic interventions for young people experiencing mental health difficulties. The service is community-based and focused on helping families navigate recovery in a structured and supportive way.
 What You’ll Be Doing
As a Band 5 CAMHS Nurse, your role will involve:
- Acting as a Key Worker for young people and their families, offering continuity of care
Supporting assessments and contributing to risk management plans
Delivering care that is person-centred and recovery-focused
Working closely with a multidisciplinary team (MDT) including psychologists, social workers, and therapists
Providing guidance and emotional support to families during challenging situations
Maintaining accurate clinical records and participating in team discussions
This role requires both clinical competence and emotional resilience, as you will be supporting individuals during vulnerable periods in their lives.
 Team Culture
The team places strong emphasis on:
- Collaboration and mutual support
Open communication with families and partner agencies
Continuous learning and development
Compassionate, respectful care
You’ll be encouraged to ask questions, build your expertise, and make meaningful contributions to the team.
 Requirements
Essential Qualifications
- Current registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC)
Completed preceptorship programme (this role is not open to newly qualified nurses without this)
Willingness to develop into a Practice Assessor/Mentor and Clinical Supervisor
Knowledge & Understanding
You should have a solid understanding of:
- Mental health care best practices
Relevant UK legislation
Safeguarding responsibilities in healthcare
Risk assessment and clinical governance
Safe medicines management, including injections
Experience
- Working with individuals experiencing mental health challenges
Delivering care within a person-centred framework
Collaborating with families, carers, and other professionals
Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
Partnership working with external agencies
 International Applicants
This role may be eligible for the Skilled Worker visa route, depending on eligibility criteria.
Pre-employment Checks
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required due to the nature of the role.
 About the Trust
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust delivers mental health and learning disability services across several regions, including York. The Trust is committed to providing safe, compassionate, and inclusive care, ensuring that every individual feels heard and supported.
 Why This Role?
- Develop your career in a specialist CAMHS setting
Work within a highly supportive and experienced team
Gain valuable experience supporting children and families
Access ongoing training and career development opportunities
Make a meaningful impact in young people’s lives
