MENTAL HEALTH NURSE

Nursing Direct is seeking compassionate and experienced Mental Health Nurses to support children and young people across the West Sussex area with a variety of mental health and complex behavioural needs.

We are committed to building a skilled team capable of delivering exceptional care for children with mental health challenges, autism spectrum disorders (ASD), learning disabilities, and/or challenging behaviours. Care is provided either in the individual’s home or in placement settings, tailored to their specific requirements.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Registered Nurse qualification with a focus on mental health (valid NMC PIN required).
• Proven experience in managing mental health conditions and challenging behaviours – essential.
• PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) training – required.
• Training or experience in medication administration – preferred.
• Expertise in supporting individuals with ASD and learning disabilities – preferred.
• Familiarity with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) frameworks – preferred.
• Competence in promoting positive routines and providing holistic mental health support.

We are looking for empathetic and proactive professionals who can make a meaningful difference in the lives of the young people we care for. If you have the experience, skills, and passion for this role, we’d love to hear from you!

PLEASE NOTE:

• Nursing Direct is a UK-based agency and can only offer roles within the UK.
• Applicants must currently reside in the UK and hold the right to work in the UK.
• We cannot offer VISA sponsorships or accept applications from individuals on 20-hour Student VISAs or Skilled Worker VISAs.
• Candidates must live within a commutable distance of the advertised location.

Nursing Direct is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants must meet mandatory compliance requirements, including registration and ongoing training, to ensure the highest standards of care and safety.