CAMHS Inpatient Nurse (Band 5) - 24/7 Shifts and Growth

Job Overview The Beacon is LPT’s purpose-built CAMHS inpatient unit for young people aged 13–18 who need specialist support during crisis or complex mental health presentations. Located on the Glenfield Hospital site, it provides a safe, calm, therapeutic environment with ensuite bedrooms, sensory rooms, therapy spaces and landscaped outdoor areas. An on-site school, run by the Children’s Hospital School, ensures education continues during admission.

Responsibilities Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to young people experiencing acute mental health needs, including assessments, care planning, and delivery. Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, teachers and support staff to deliver holistic, person‑centred care. Help maintain a safe and therapeutic environment, support de‑escalation, respond to risk and uphold safeguarding standards.

Contribute to discharge planning and ensure accurate, timely documentation in line with professional and Trust requirements. Supervise junior staff and students, and engage in regular clinical supervision and reflective practice. Work 24/7 on a rotational basis, including day and night shifts, weekends and bank holidays.

Working Hours & Schedule 24/7 service with day and night shifts on a rotational basis, including weekends and bank holidays. Benefits 27–33 days annual leave plus eight bank holidays (dependent on service). Free parking at all LPT sites.

Lease car scheme. Physiotherapy and occupational health services. Vivup salary sacrifice scheme for household goods.

Counselling services. Flexibility to support your lifestyle. Professional development opportunities.

About Us & Eligibility Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. We are committed to developing a workforce that reflects our community and actively promote equal opportunities in employment and service delivery. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from under‑represented groups.

Employment Terms New staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a six‑month probationary period. All roles require permission to work in the UK. Cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual and deducted from salary once started. #J-18808-Ljbffr