Community Mental Health Nurse – Memory Service(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Overview of the Role

This is a rewarding opportunity for a Community Mental Health Nurse to join a dedicated Memory Service in Redcar. The team focuses on supporting individuals experiencing cognitive difficulties, including dementia, along with their families and carers.

You will be joining at a time of positive change, contributing to improvements in the local dementia care pathway. The service is designed to ensure early assessment, timely diagnosis, and access to appropriate treatment and support, helping individuals maintain independence and quality of life.

For applicants requiring sponsorship, this role may be eligible under the Skilled Worker visa route (subject to meeting criteria)

Your Role in the Team

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering compassionate, person-centred care.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as an initial point of contact for individuals referred to the Memory Service
  Carrying out comprehensive, holistic memory assessments
  Gathering detailed clinical histories while involving families and carers in care planning
  Supporting individuals through the memory care pathway with clear guidance and communication
  Maintaining accurate, up-to-date clinical records to support safe decision-making
  Working collaboratively with colleagues, external services, and partner organisations
  Contributing to service development and continuous improvement initiatives

This role combines clinical expertise with strong interpersonal skills, ensuring individuals feel supported throughout their care journey.

About the Team

The Redcar Memory Team is a small, supportive, and forward-thinking group that values collaboration and innovation. There is a strong emphasis on:

• Personalised care tailored to individual needs
  Co-production with patients and carers
  Staff wellbeing and work-life balance
  Continuous service improvement

The team also promotes inclusivity and diversity, with active staff networks and wellbeing initiatives in place.

Training & Development

Whether you are newly qualified or experienced, you will receive:

• A structured induction and preceptorship programme (for new registrants)
  Regular clinical, managerial, and caseload supervision
  Ongoing professional development opportunities
  Support from experienced leaders, including senior nurses and advanced practitioners

Essential Requirements

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
  Evidence of ongoing professional development
  Willingness to work towards mentorship/assessor and clinical supervision qualifications

Experience

• Experience supporting individuals with mental health conditions or learning disabilities
  Experience working in person-centred care environments
  Ability to work collaboratively with families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams

Knowledge & Skills

Understanding of best practices in mental health and dementia care

Knowledge of key legislation, including:

• Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities
  Skills in clinical risk assessment and care planning
  Knowledge of medicines management, including administration of injections
  Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation

Additional Information

This role requires travel within the local area; access to a vehicle is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered)
Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Overseas applicants may need to provide a criminal record certificate

Employer Details

• Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
  Reed Marsh House
  Coatham Road
  Redcar
  TS10 1SR