Bank, Band 6, CPN, Watford - SW1462-SW1463
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£38,682 / year
Salary
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2235 (95% match) is an eligible occupation, and Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust assigned 14 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2235 jobs, according to the Home Office.
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2235 Registered mental health nurses Most likely code | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
2232 Registered community nurses Also possible | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
We are currently seeking an experienced Community Mental Health Nurse, at Band 6 to work via a Bank Contract, based in Watford for our Community Adult Mental Health Team. You will be joining our Temporary Staffing Team within HPFT - Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder is required to take responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programs of care, and the setting of standards of care and management for a defined caseload of people with complex mental health and or social care needs. The Community Mental Health Nurse will be an active member of the multi-disciplinary team and will work collaboratively with internal and external partners and agents.
The post holder will carry out supervision, development and teaching of junior staff and/or students as delegated including mentorship and preceptorship roles.
HPFT provides services for service users with mental health, learning disability and children's and adolescent mental health problems. Applicants should have some experience of working in a healthcare setting.HPFT has a range of healthcare settings across the County and therefore access to a car would be beneficial unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving
All applicants need to hold a valid NMC Registration and can evidence this.
Job description
Deliver care that is person centred and recovery focused, reflecting current best practice and challenge practice that may be detrimental to older people receiving high quality care.
Be aware of the physical needs of people with mental health problems and refer physical conditions on as appropriate.
Use research findings in formulating nursing care plans and develop awareness of the significance of nursing research and wider evidence-based practice in community mental health care.
Demonstrate an awareness of the needs of carers of service users with mental health problems and develop strategies to meet those needs, e.g. self-help groups, respite care, Carers Act.
Participate in the Trusts adverse incidents reporting systems and comply with the Trusts procedure and techniques for managing risks.
The post holder is based within the community mental health service and will be expected to visit people within their own homes, or a variety of public places or voluntary organisations within the community and throughout the Trust.
Please see JD attached for further information and responsibilities required
Person specification
QUALIFICATIONS/ EDUCATION/TRAINING
Essential
- NMC Professional Registration
- RMN or Dip / BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- At least 1 years post registration experience at Band 5 in a relevant mental health setting or if newly qualified will participate in the Trusts Preceptorship Scheme.
Desirable
- Experience in working with acute mental health problems in a community setting
SKILLS/ KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY
Essential
- Knowledge of MHA (1983), CPA, Risk Assessment and Section 25 etc.
- Effective multi professional team communication & team working.
Desirable
- Experience in working with acute mental health problems in a community setting
PHYSICAL EFFORT
Essential
- Car Driver
About the employer
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) is rated by the Care Quality Commission as anOutstandingprovider of mental health and learning disability services. Feedback from our staff about working for the Trust is very positive and, in the NHS national staff survey, we regularly see a high percentage of staff saying their role makes a difference to our service users and that they would recommend the Trust as a place to work. Our people tell us they feel supported though a great development, wellbeing and work-life balance offer and a highly compassionate, values-driven culture. We are equally proud of our staff, who live our values of being welcoming, kind, positive, respectful and professional so that together we provide great care and great outcomes for our service users and carers.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Registered mental health nurses (SOC 2235) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~20k in sample- Offer £38,682
- Middle half £32,240–48,256
- Median £39,260
The range sits inside the market's middle half (£32,240–48,256), so this is typical pay for the occupation.
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust assigned 14 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2235 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
Skilled Worker roles must clear both the general salary threshold and the occupation-specific going rate. See our occupation eligibility guide for the current figures.