Bank Mental Health Nurse (Experienced)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Beckenham
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Nursing
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

NMC First Level Registered Nurse Complex mental health needs experience Medication management Mental health legislation knowledge Safeguarding Clinical decision-making Communication skills IT systems competency

FULL DESCRIPTION

Bank Mental Health Nurse (Experienced)

We are excited to be expanding into London for the very first time, with our brand new residential service in Beckenham, developed in partnership with South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust.

Our 12-14 bed service provides specialist, clinically-led community rehabilitation for people with complex mental health needs, offering 24/7 support in a safe, therapeutic, and recovery-focused environment.

We are now recruiting experienced Bank Mental Health Nurses to join our team, offering flexible working opportunities to support service delivery.

Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship and applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

What we're looking for:

  • NMC First Level Registered Nurse with significant post-registration experience
  • Proven experience working with individuals with complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge
  • Confident in clinical decision-making and medication management
  • Strong understanding of mental health legislation, safeguarding, and best practice
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently, adapt quickly, and respond to changing service needs
  • High level of professionalism, resilience, and reliability
  • Competent in IT systems and maintaining accurate records

Why join us on the bank?

  • Flexible working to suit your availability
  • Opportunity to be part of an exciting new service in London
  • Work within a values-driven organisation committed to recovery and person-centred care
  • Gain experience in a specialist rehabilitation setting

Our Commitment to Equality

Here at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we champion equality, diversity and inclusion within the organisation by ensuring our opportunities are open to all and our approach is inclusive. We positively encourage applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion/belief, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.

We welcome you to be yourself at work and have a range of Colleague Networks for members and allies of the LGBTQ+; Black, Asian and minority ethnic; menopause and neurodivergent communities.

Application Process

In order to streamline our recruitment process, once we have received a sufficient number of applications, we reserve the right to expire vacancies, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

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Job Details

  • Job Reference: APR20269458
  • Contract Type: Bank / Zero Hours
  • Salary: £17.94 - £22.05 Per Hour
  • Location: South London and Maudsley
  • Closing Date: Tue, May 12, 2026
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