Bank Mental Health Nurse

Priory Group; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Dewsbury is seeking a Bank Mental Health Nurse to provide personalized care for patients in a supportive environment. The role involves working with patients to assess their needs and assist in their recovery using proven therapies. Candidates should have at least 6 months of post-registration experience in mental health care. The position offers flexible benefits including professional development opportunities and various employee perks.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra day leave

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months post registration experience in Mental Health or Learning Disabilities Care Environment.
• Evidence of continued professional development in relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed care to a defined group within an agreed framework.
• Assess, plan and deliver nursing care with the patient and their family.
• Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.
• Evaluate and respond to changes in patient’s condition and needs.

Skills

Resilience

Empathy

Patient care

Observation

Job description

Bank Mental Health Nurse

Application Deadline: 26 February 2026

Department: Nursing

Employment Type: Bank

Location: Priory Hospital Dewsbury

Compensation: £17.82 / hour

Description

Priory Hospital Dewsbury is looking to recruit a Bank Mental Health Nurse to join the team. This is a bank role of 0 hours per week.

Based in the residential area of Earlsheaton, West Yorkshire, Priory Hospital Dewsbury provides level 2 rehabilitation services divided into two wards. Care is for male patients who have mental health disorders and increasing physical health needs. We also offer neuropsychiatry support, support for older people and dementia, community-focused rehabilitation, and support for severe and enduring mental health.

Although Dewsbury is not a 24/7 acute hospital, we are well-placed to provide support to acute patients within our dementia services, for those who require an alternative setting to an acute psychiatric ward. Admissions can also take place due to other placement breakdowns (either from their home or other care environment), or step-downs from prison settings.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Deliver prescribed care to a defined group within an agreed framework.
• Assess, plan and deliver, with the patient and their carer/family, nursing care which takes account of patient choice and wishes and acting as the patients named nurse.
• Accurately observe and engage with patients in order to assess their need and evaluate their progress.
• Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.
• Evaluate and respond to changes in patient’s condition and needs.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

Minimum 6 months post registration experience within Mental Health or Learning Disabilities Care Environment, evidence of continued professional development in relevant field

For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.