Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Charge Nurse

The closing date is 13 November 2025

Job summary

Previously applicants need not apply

Admissions are accepted primarily from the east of England. The team work very closely with other key professions to ensure the best outcomes for both Mother and baby therefore strong communication skills are essential.

Perinatal work is an exciting area focusing not only on the individual but the extended family during what can be the most amazing and terrifying time in their life.

This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, committed and experienced RMN looking to enhance or gain knowledge in a complex and highly rewarding area to join our expanding service and support in the care and recovery of the ladies admitted to the service, their infant and wider family.

Main duties of the job

Support and lead in the specialist care of women suffering acute mental illness during the perinatal stage

Support in leading service development and treatment for Mothers and their babies based on evidence based practice

The applicant would ideally have experience in perinatal work, working with families and have completed training in parent/infant interventions.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

  • Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
  • Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
  • If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
  • We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

  • 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
  • Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
  • Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
  • £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
  • Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

  • Work bank: You can use the opportunity to supplement your income and develop your skills by working bank shifts.
  • Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.

Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Details

Date posted

16 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

364-A-8839-D

Job locations

The Linden Centre

Rainbow Mother and Baby Unit

Chelmsford

CM1 7LF


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and person specification for further details in regards to the role and requirements

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and person specification for further details in regards to the role and requirements

Person Specification

Education

Essential

  • Valid UK NMC registration as RMN
  • Evidence of post graduate learning

Desirable

  • Training in parent/infant therapy
  • Basic training in psychological interventions
  • Qualification in the teaching/mentoring of students

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within inpatient acute settings
  • Experience of working within perinatal

Desirable

  • Experience of working on an acute Mother and Baby unit
  • Experience of working at Band 6 level
  • Experience of leading on change or service development
Person Specification

Education

Essential

  • Valid UK NMC registration as RMN
  • Evidence of post graduate learning

Desirable

  • Training in parent/infant therapy
  • Basic training in psychological interventions
  • Qualification in the teaching/mentoring of students

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within inpatient acute settings
  • Experience of working within perinatal

Desirable

  • Experience of working on an acute Mother and Baby unit
  • Experience of working at Band 6 level
  • Experience of leading on change or service development

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Linden Centre

Rainbow Mother and Baby Unit

Chelmsford

CM1 7LF


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Linden Centre

Rainbow Mother and Baby Unit

Chelmsford

CM1 7LF


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Jodie Frost

jodie.frost@nhs.net

01245315629

Details

Date posted

16 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

364-A-8839-D

Job locations

The Linden Centre

Rainbow Mother and Baby Unit

Chelmsford

CM1 7LF


Supporting documents

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