Staff Nurse - Fern Ward | Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 20 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £31,049 - £37,796 per annum pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 March 2026 |
| Location: | Manchester, M8 5RB |
| Company: | Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7788555/437-7788555 |
Summary
This staff nurse post is for male acute wards at North View our new state-of-the-art adult mental health inpatient hospital, North View, became fully operational on Monday 18 November 2024.
The bespoke, purpose-built development replaces Park House on the North Manchester General Hospital (NMGH) site and marks the beginning of a new chapter for the future of inpatient mental health care for people in Manchester.
The new hospital significantly improves patient privacy and dignity, providing:
• 150 single en-suite bedrooms which are provided over nine single sex wards, including a purpose-built Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), six adult acute wards for female and male adults, one female older adults ward, one male rehabilitation ward and a treatment suite that supports research and innovation studies.
• An assessment suite (specifically for people needing a place of safety and assessment under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act).
• A variety of internal activity areas and multiple outside garden spaces, specifically designed to enhance the environment and aid recovery.
In alignment with the core philosophy of the ward/unit, the post holder assumes a pivotal role in the comprehensive assessment, meticulous planning, diligent implementation, and thorough evaluation of care for identified clients. Acting as the Primary Nurse, they are entrusted with the responsibility of catering to service users who present with complex and challenging needs within the service framework. The post holder is committed to delivering tailored interventions on an individual basis, ensuring that the care provided is grounded in effective, evidence-based practices. To facilitate the successful delivery of a holistic care package that addresses the diverse needs of service users, robust communication and collaboration with various disciplines are essential. Moreover, the post holder will extend their expertise by offering support and guidance to junior team members, fostering an environment of learning and professional development. Their leadership will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth coordination and efficient operation of the ward, ultimately enhancing the quality of care provided to all service users.
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
• Pay Enhancements:
Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
1
Time plus 47%
Time plus 94%
2
Time plus 41%
Time plus 83%
3
Time plus 35%
Time plus 69%
4 – 9
Time plus 30%
Time plus 60%
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
This advert closes on Friday 6 Mar 2026