Liaison Mental Health Nurse *Internal Vacancy*
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
The closing date is 03 November 2026
Permanent | Full-time | Only Open to Internal Applications
We are looking for a dedicated Mental Health Nurse to join our STAR Team. You will work alongside a Band 6 clinician to triage and assess young people in crisis presenting to the emergency department. You’ll contribute to assessments, care planning, and evaluations, providing effective interventions for both young people and their families.
About Us: The Supportive Treatment and Recovery (STAR) Team at Sheffield Children’s Hospital provides assessment and brief therapeutic interventions to young people in crisis. We collaborate with CAMHS, social care, and local partners to ensure the best outcomes for the young people we support.
About You: You are a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or Registered Nurse in Learning Disabilities (RNLD) with a passion for supporting young people in crisis. You’re committed to standards of care, professional development, and excel in challenging environments, making a positive impact on the recovery of vulnerable individuals.
Main duties of the job
Reporting to the CAMHS Service Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Conduct assessments, plan, and evaluate nursing care for young people in crisis.
- Help triage and assess individuals presenting to the emergency department.
- Ensure the needs of children, young people, and their families are met with effective interventions.
- Maintain accurate records related to assessments and care provided.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-standard brief crisis interventions.
About us
At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children’s Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We’re proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children’s as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England — and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire — in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values — Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence — to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary this year, we’re excited to keep building our leadership in children’s health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
- generous annual leave and pension schemes
- health and wellbeing programmes
- exclusive discounts
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.
This role has been assigned occupation code 2235 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes – GOV.UK
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success.
We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices.
A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver.
For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net.
Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
- RMN / RN (Mental Health) or RLDN / RN (Learning Disabilities) registration or awaiting registration
- Degree in relevant subject
Experience
- Mental Health Experience in Acute or CAMHS setting Multi- disciplinary working.
- CAMHS experience / placement
- Previous experience of working with children and young people or Adult mental health experience
Knowledge and Skills
- Legal Frameworks relevant to MH care (MHA, Safeguarding, Children’s Act)
- Nursing process
- Clinical governance
- Current CAMHS practice / issues
- Health and Safety
Personal Attributes
- Self-Management and organisation
- Excellent Communication / interpersonal skills (verbal / written)
- Commitment to: CAMHS; self and service development; flexible practice; flexible working patterns; management of change
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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