Our core purpose is to work with people and lead communities in improving their mental and physical health and wellbeing for a better life; through delivering excellent and responsive prevention, diagnosis, early intervention, treatment and care.
All the information you need about working for us, recruitment, job opportunities and careers within mental health, learning disability and substance misuse services in Surrey and Hampshire
Our research and development aims are to embed a vibrant research culture within our Trust, increase the opportunities for people to participate in research and ensure that our research benefits people who use services, carers, families and our communities.
People are our most important asset so we are proud to provide a supportive environment - we encourage our staff to achieve their ambitions throughout their careers. Our approach is underpinned by our clinical strategy which reminds us to connect with people, their families and our community at all times.
Each of our directorates has an experienced consultant nurse who drives forward the nursing agenda in our multidisciplinary teams. We offer leadership programmes and individual coaching to help you build your career path whilst also delivering excellent nursing care. There are plenty of opportunities to access further education and be involved in learning sets with your peers. You will be encouraged to think, reflect and explore ways of how you can continuously provide high quality care and we will support you to actively manage your career development.
If you are currently working as a Health Care Assistant or in another role but want to train as a nurse, then we can help.
We run a diverse range of services across a variety of settings and disciplines which will allow you to gain valuable experience before deciding which route to take.
We also have close links with several universities and offer exceptional placement and preceptorship programmes that support you with consolidating your skills as you transition from a student to a qualified nurse.
Talk to us to find out more.
There are many different opportunities within nursing and sometimes it is difficult to know which area is going to be most appealing.
We offer a rotation programme that provides the chance to practice different disciplines and gain valuable experience before deciding which route to take.
Our 18 month rotation scheme allows you to experience working for six months in three different areas of mental health: inpatient, community and specialist services.
You will work towards achieving a set of placement specific competencies and a leadership standard which will help you to stand out from the crowd when applying for Band 6 posts.
The rotation programme provides a support framework, skills development and learning sets in areas such as revalidation, human factors, career development and building resilience.
Area 1: 0-6 months
Area 2: 6-12 months
Area 3: 12-18 months
No matter what your experience, qualifications or expertise, you could become a healthcare assistant with our Trust.
Find out more about this rewarding role.
To discuss opportunities in our Children and Young People's Service, including Developmental Paediatrics, please contact Simon Dean.
For all other vacancy enquiries, please ring 0300 5555 222 and ask for Human Resources.
