Job summaryAre you a Registered Learning Disability or Mental Health Nurse or due to qualify this year?
Are you motivated for a New Challenge? or Career Development opportunities
We have a Band 5 registered nurse vacancy in our 'Rated Outstanding by CQC' Assessment and Treatment unit for adults with learning disabilities, Eastway in Chester.
Full preceptorship will be given to those who are newly qualified. You will be workingto workwith adults with a learning disabilityas part of an enthusiastic and committedmultidisciplinary team, taking referrals from both the local area but also specialist referrals from across the Northwest as part of the inpatient offer.Admissions are short term for people with learning disability and complex needs requiring a period of intensive assessment, treatment and or therapy within an inpatient unit.
As a key member of our Assessment and Treatment Unit, you will develop person centred plans and work closely with other member of the team to help individuals reach their potential.
Main duties of the jobThe post holder will be expected to work within a multi professional framework, being named nurse for adult service users with learning disabilities and complex needs. The post holder will work within a hierarchical structure, under the supervision of the Manager/Deputy Manager.
As a Staff Nurse you will be required to take charge of the shift and offer management supervision sessions to the Clinical Support Workers who are assigned to you.
The successful candidate will be encouraged to excel within their nursing role and we offer a number of development opportunities both internally through our education department and externally though a range of colleges and universities we are associated with.
The ideal candidates must have strong and positive values, be enthusiastic, have good communication skills and able to build effective working relationships within a multi-disciplinary team.
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS foundation Trust are committed to career development and the development of evidenced based practice through research and actively encourage and support staff in these areas. There is also opportunity for further training and development as part of career development.
About usCheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.
We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport.
Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.
DetailsDate posted: 13 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 373-LD0567-ROLL
Job locations: Eastway, Countess of Chester Healthpark, Liverpool Road, Chester, Chester, CH2 1BQ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesPlease download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- RNLD/RMNH First level NMC registered nurse
- Specific courses related to L.D
- Demonstrate commitment to ongoing training
Knowledge and ExpertiseEssential- Ability to assess/Plan/Evaluate care to clients and carers
- Ability to manage and delgate the work of others
- Support clients in crisis
- Ability to chair a meetings and lead a team
Desirable- Special interests related to current service developments
ExperienceEssential- Had experience of working with adults with a Learning Disability, within an inpatient setting
- Direct experience of working with clients with complex needs
- Positive attitude to people with L.D.
- Awareness of current issues and legislation
- Experience in quality initiatives
Trust ValuesEssential- Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Eastway, Countess of Chester Healthpark, Liverpool Road, Chester, Chester, CH2 1BQ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Manager
Amanda Atkinson
amanda.atkinson1@nhs.net
07467117150
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.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
