Mental Health Nurse - Wellington

Position
RMN or RNLD
Location
Wellington
Hours
Variable
Salary
£30.00 - £34.00 per hour
Closing Date
30/11/26

About the role

As a Mental Health Nurse in Wellington you will provide specialized care, support, and treatment to individuals experiencing mental health difficulties, working in environments ranging from hospitals (acute, secure units) to community settings.

As a qualified Nurse (RMN, RNLD), you will ensure adults within low secure/rehabilitation receive high-quality care, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting positive teamwork.

The wards are busy, with plenty to keep you engaged and motivated, and a good amount of routine and variety. Your day-to-day will include:    

Key Responsibilities

  • To provide leadership to less experienced staff to ensure the development of best care practice and optimal outcomes for clients.
  • To provide therapeutic and personal care to our client group.
  • Promote the rights of clients to be treated with dignity and respect in every aspect of their lives
  • Respect the confidences of clients, except where to do so would result in harm to a client, damage to the organization or the commission of a criminal offence.
  • Establish supportive relationships with clients and encourage the development of stable relationships between clients and other staff, and their families and friends and within the group of clients.
  • Promote the emotional health and self-esteem of clients and support them through changes in living circumstances and personal relationships.
  • Support clients in making their own choices and decisions to the maximum of their capability and ensure that the needs and wishes of clients are fully considered in any decision relating to them.
  • Ensure the protection of clients from significant harm, by exercising vigilance, observing changes in client’s behavior or appearance, and complying fully with the Vulnerable Adults

Candidate Requirements

Applications will only be considered if you have:

  • PMVA 3 day training
  • Practical Basic Life Support Training Certificate
  • Full immunisation History/ Serology Reports

Rewards & Benefits

We are committed to your wellbeing, professional growth, and long-term career success. Joining our team means becoming part of a values-led organisation that invests in you — not just as an employee, but as a professional and an individual.

With us, you will benefit from:

  • Competitive pay, including enhanced bank holiday rates

  • Comprehensive specialist clinical training

  • Regular, reliable shift patterns

  • Monthly staff recognition and reward initiatives

  • Clear pathways for career progression and professional development

  • A collaborative, respectful team culture where your contribution truly matters

Our people choose to build their careers here because they feel supported, appreciated, and proud to be part of something that makes a genuine difference.

Interview Requirement

All applicants will be taken through onboarding checks including:

  • Right to Work checks
  • DBS (on the update service)
  • Referencing
  • NMC Checks
  • Training Certificates (verified)
  • Clinical Competency Interview
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