Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

*INTERNAL MPFT ONLY * Clinical and Quality Practitioner

The closing date is 12 March 2026

Job summary

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

An exciting role has been developed within our Community Children's Nursing Team covering North Staffordshire and Stoke-On -Trent. The future vision could be for the role to be extended to cover our partner CCN teams across the Staffordshire footprint.

The post holder will work closely with an established team comprising of The Team leader, Community Children's nurses, Family Support Workers and Administrative support. The post holder will work to ensure safe delivery of care whilst supporting the Team Leader with all aspects of Clinical and Quality delivery within the service.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will support the development of this new role alongside colleagues using existing skills and newly learnt qualities.

All main duties can be found extensively in the attached Job Description. Duties will involve:

  • Be a Clinical and Quality Practitioner with a Community Children's Nursing background and have a detailed professional and clinical knowledge in competence and training competency frameworks. Providing clinical support within scope of practice to ensure quality and clinical performance.
  • Have supervisory, training and leadership responsibilities where appropriate and have some responsibility for team performance and service developments/improvements.
  • Demonstrate initiative and be creative in finding solutions to problems.
  • Work with the team leader undertaking delegated tasks in team management.
  • To offer expert advice, support and supervision to other health care professionals in theservice.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Details

Date posted

26 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

301-VA-26-7805134

Job locations

CCN North

Hazel Tree's, Duke street

Fenton

ST4 3NR


Job description

Job responsibilities

A detailed overview of the job role and expectations can be found in the attached Job Description and person specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A detailed overview of the job role and expectations can be found in the attached Job Description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current registration RSCN or RN child
  • teaching or mentorship qualification

Desirable

  • Leadership course

Experience

Essential

  • Relevant post qualification study
  • Be able to demonstrate excellent prioritisation and organisational skills

Desirable

  • Evidence of project work
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current registration RSCN or RN child
  • teaching or mentorship qualification

Desirable

  • Leadership course

Experience

Essential

  • Relevant post qualification study
  • Be able to demonstrate excellent prioritisation and organisational skills

Desirable

  • Evidence of project work

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

CCN North

Hazel Tree's, Duke street

Fenton

ST4 3NR


Employer's website

https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

CCN North

Hazel Tree's, Duke street

Fenton

ST4 3NR


Employer's website

https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Team Leader - CCN North

Kelly Walters

Kelly.walters@mpft.nhs.uk

01782306033

Details

Date posted

26 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

301-VA-26-7805134

Job locations

CCN North

Hazel Tree's, Duke street

Fenton

ST4 3NR


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