Full job descriptionMental Health Nurse Opportunity at Priory Hospital NorwichPriory Hospital Norwich has an opportunity for a Mental Health Nurse to join our team. Priory Hospital Norwich, Attleborough, Norfolk is a 24/7 inpatient mental health service providing care for males and females across wards of differing acuity, including medium to high risk patients. It is accessible by public transport, with limited local bus services and Attleborough railway station approximately 1–2 miles from the hospital. Due to the rural location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.
Application Deadline: December 10, 2026
Department: Nursing
Employment Type: Bank
Location: Priory Hospital Norwich
Address: Ellingham Road, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 1AE
Workplace type: Onsite
Compensation: £21.04 / hour
What You’ll Be DoingYou’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the service. Whether you’re assisting with day-to-day operations, supporting with care requirements, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here. As a Mental Health Nurse, you will work as an effective member of the Multi-Disciplinary team and promote the best interests of the clients and carers and ensure that prescribed nursing care is effectively implemented. You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What You’ll Bring to the RoleEssential for the role:
*A qualified Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a minimum of 12 months of post-registration experience in a hospital setting is required, along with active NMC registration and completion of a preceptorship programme. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of NMC guidelines, requirements, and professional standards, and be able to demonstrate ongoing post-registration continuing professional development. They will show a positive attitude and a commitment to change, service improvement, and high-quality care. The ability to adopt flexible and innovative approaches to practice is essential, as are excellent verbal and written communication skills.
What We Will Give You in ReturnWe 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.
*Pension enrolment
*Access to development opportunities
*Refer a friend bonus
*DBS paid for
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
About PrioryPriory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions – including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and children’s mental health – and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, Prader–Willi Syndrome, brain injuries and older people. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process.