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Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Join us as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) Trainee in the TALKWORKS service in March 2027.
6 day(s) ago
Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Join us as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) Trainee in the TALKWORKS service in March 2027.
6 day(s) ago
Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Lead Autism Services
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 85,641 - 97,746 per year
Psychologist
Job summary To work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within th...
6 day(s) ago
Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Lead Autism Services
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 85,641 - 97,746 per year
Psychologist
Job summary To work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within th...
6 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner - LPMHSS - Flintshire
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
North East England
GBP 40,559 - 48,841 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This is an exciting time to join the Primary Care Team in Flintshire which is undergoing transformation.
6 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner - LPMHSS - Flintshire
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
North East England
GBP 40,559 - 48,841 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This is an exciting time to join the Primary Care Team in Flintshire which is undergoing transformation.
6 day(s) ago
CAMHS Mental Health Practitioner - Eating Disorder Pathway
Livewell Southwest
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary 22.5 hours per week. An exciting opportunity has arisen within the CAMHS Eating Disorder Pathway for a Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner (Occupat...
6 day(s) ago
CAMHS Mental Health Practitioner - Eating Disorder Pathway
Livewell Southwest
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary 22.5 hours per week. An exciting opportunity has arisen within the CAMHS Eating Disorder Pathway for a Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner (Occupat...
6 day(s) ago
Assistant Psychologist
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Psychologist to join the Northallerton CAMHS team for 12 months.
6 day(s) ago
Assistant Psychologist
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Psychologist to join the Northallerton CAMHS team for 12 months.
6 day(s) ago
Registered Manager, Children's Residential Service - Leeds
Care In Mind
North East England
GBP 53,176 - 60,469 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Registered Manager - Children's Residential Service Leeds Lead the launch of an innovative new specialist children's home Care in Mind is proud t...
7 day(s) ago
Registered Manager, Children's Residential Service - Leeds
Care In Mind
North East England
GBP 53,176 - 60,469 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Registered Manager - Children's Residential Service Leeds Lead the launch of an innovative new specialist children's home Care in Mind is proud t...
7 day(s) ago
Highly Specialist Applied Psychologist
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are looking for an experienced Applied Psychologist to join the Psychology staff group within the Adult Acute Inpatient service at Roseberry P...
7 day(s) ago
Highly Specialist Applied Psychologist
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are looking for an experienced Applied Psychologist to join the Psychology staff group within the Adult Acute Inpatient service at Roseberry P...
7 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner - Urgent Mental Health - HTT
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 6 month fixed term, full time Mental Health Practitioner to be part of our First Response Services based...
7 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner - Urgent Mental Health - HTT
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 6 month fixed term, full time Mental Health Practitioner to be part of our First Response Services based...
7 day(s) ago
Specialty Doctor - Community Mental Health Service x 2 posts
Livewell Southwest
North East England
GBP 63,696 - 102,689 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are excited to offer an opportunity for two outstanding Specialty Doctors to join the medical team of Consultants and Specialty Doctors in our...
7 day(s) ago
Specialty Doctor - Community Mental Health Service x 2 posts
Livewell Southwest
North East England
GBP 63,696 - 102,689 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are excited to offer an opportunity for two outstanding Specialty Doctors to join the medical team of Consultants and Specialty Doctors in our...
7 day(s) ago
Dental Educator (Quality Improvement)
Health Education and Improvement Wales
North East England
GBP 0 - 118,152 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Dental Postgraduate Deanery at HEIW for an enthusiastic and motivated Dental Educator (Quality Impr...
7 day(s) ago
Dental Educator (Quality Improvement)
Health Education and Improvement Wales
North East England
GBP 0 - 118,152 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Dental Postgraduate Deanery at HEIW for an enthusiastic and motivated Dental Educator (Quality Impr...
7 day(s) ago
Nursing Associate, Dementia & Frailty
Sunderland GP Alliance
North East England
GBP 0 - 30,470 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Make a Real Difference to Older People in Sunderland Are you a compassionate and motivated Registered Nursing Associate looking for a rewarding r...
7 day(s) ago
Nursing Associate, Dementia & Frailty
Sunderland GP Alliance
North East England
GBP 0 - 30,470 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Make a Real Difference to Older People in Sunderland Are you a compassionate and motivated Registered Nursing Associate looking for a rewarding r...
7 day(s) ago
Band 7/ 8a Clinical Psychologist
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This post represents an exciting opportunity to join a Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) serving adults across West Norfolk based at Chatterton...
7 day(s) ago
Band 7/ 8a Clinical Psychologist
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This post represents an exciting opportunity to join a Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) serving adults across West Norfolk based at Chatterton...
7 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner
West London NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 45,953 - 54,254 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Mental Health Practitioner to join the Ealing Early Intervention Service on...
7 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner
West London NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 45,953 - 54,254 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Mental Health Practitioner to join the Ealing Early Intervention Service on...
7 day(s) ago
Integrated Mental Health Practitioner – Primary Care
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Tees Valley and Durham, North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are looking for a compassionate and motivated mental health professional to join our Primary Care Network (PCN) Mental Health Team.
7 day(s) ago
Integrated Mental Health Practitioner – Primary Care
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Tees Valley and Durham, North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are looking for a compassionate and motivated mental health professional to join our Primary Care Network (PCN) Mental Health Team.
7 day(s) ago
Senior Liaison Mental Health Practitioner
Pennine Care NHS FT
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you a Qualified Mental Health Professional looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a team that will help you to develop and achieve yo...
7 day(s) ago
Senior Liaison Mental Health Practitioner
Pennine Care NHS FT
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you a Qualified Mental Health Professional looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a team that will help you to develop and achieve yo...
7 day(s) ago
Community Mental Health Practitioner
Pennine Care NHS FT
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An opportunity has arisen for a Community Mental Health Practitioner looking to join a great team, providing specialist mental health care to the...
7 day(s) ago
Community Mental Health Practitioner
Pennine Care NHS FT
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An opportunity has arisen for a Community Mental Health Practitioner looking to join a great team, providing specialist mental health care to the...
7 day(s) ago
Clinical Psychologist
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 58,133 - 65,261 per year
Psychologist
Job summary The CAMHS Disability Service is a well-established part of Community CAMHS and offers a wide range of care pathways (0-18 years; moderate to prof...
7 day(s) ago
Clinical Psychologist
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 58,133 - 65,261 per year
Psychologist
Job summary The CAMHS Disability Service is a well-established part of Community CAMHS and offers a wide range of care pathways (0-18 years; moderate to prof...
7 day(s) ago
Assistant Psychologist
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 38,488 - 46,852 per year
Psychologist
Job summary The CAMHS Disability Service is a well-established part of Community CAMHS, and offers a wide range of care pathways (0-18 years; moderate to pro...
7 day(s) ago
Assistant Psychologist
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 38,488 - 46,852 per year
Psychologist
Job summary The CAMHS Disability Service is a well-established part of Community CAMHS, and offers a wide range of care pathways (0-18 years; moderate to pro...
7 day(s) ago
CYP-PT Systemic Family Practice Trainee
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Mid Essex Mental Health Support Team (MHST) as a Children and Young People Psychological Trainee (...
7 day(s) ago
CYP-PT Systemic Family Practice Trainee
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Mid Essex Mental Health Support Team (MHST) as a Children and Young People Psychological Trainee (...
7 day(s) ago
Clinical Psychologist
Elysium Healthcare
Tees Valley and Durham, North East England
GBP 0 - 49,387 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you a dedicated Clinical Psychologist looking to make a meaningful difference within a specialist mental health service?
7 day(s) ago
Clinical Psychologist
Elysium Healthcare
Tees Valley and Durham, North East England
GBP 0 - 49,387 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you a dedicated Clinical Psychologist looking to make a meaningful difference within a specialist mental health service?
7 day(s) ago
Remote Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)
Vita Health Group
North East England
GBP 30,569 - 37,212 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Vita Health Group, part of Spire Healthcare, is seeking compassionate and motivated Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) to join our NHS...
7 day(s) ago
Remote Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)
Vita Health Group
North East England
GBP 30,569 - 37,212 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Vita Health Group, part of Spire Healthcare, is seeking compassionate and motivated Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) to join our NHS...
7 day(s) ago
Senior Mental Health Practitioner
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
North East England
GBP 43,609 - 49,175 per year
Psychologist
Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our...
7 day(s) ago
Senior Mental Health Practitioner
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
North East England
GBP 43,609 - 49,175 per year
Psychologist
Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our...
7 day(s) ago
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner (Bank)
M. R. Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 16 per year
Psychologist
Job summary There are few better opportunities to learn about people than by getting to know someone who experiences the world differently from you.
7 day(s) ago
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner (Bank)
M. R. Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 16 per year
Psychologist
Job summary There are few better opportunities to learn about people than by getting to know someone who experiences the world differently from you.
7 day(s) ago
Assistant Psychologist
Active Care Group
North East England
GBP 0 - 28,000 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Come and join one of the UKs largest providers in complex care.
7 day(s) ago
Assistant Psychologist
Active Care Group
North East England
GBP 0 - 28,000 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Come and join one of the UKs largest providers in complex care.
7 day(s) ago
Senior Practitioner Psychologist
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Applications are invited from Psychological Professionals (Practitioner psychologist, or psychotherapist/psychological therapist) for a 10-month...
7 day(s) ago
Senior Practitioner Psychologist
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Applications are invited from Psychological Professionals (Practitioner psychologist, or psychotherapist/psychological therapist) for a 10-month...
7 day(s) ago
Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Devon Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 6 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431602
Job summary
Join us as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) Trainee in the TALKWORKS service in March 2027. Gain high quality training & work in a service delivering evidence based, Low Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for those with common mental health problems. We are a high performing NHS Talking Therapies service with an award winning long term health conditions team.
We are looking for enthusiastic trainees who have a commitment to local communities. Our teams cover Exeter, Torbay, Newton Abbot, Barnstaple & Tiverton, Tavistock, Ivybridge, Cullompton & Bideford. Your preferred location will be discussed during the interview.
The posts are permanent positions, starting at a Band 4 salary which rise to Band 5 upon qualification.
Please be aware, these posts are competitive, there is a cap on the number of applications that we can process. If we receive a high volume of applications, we will close the post early.This recruitment is subject to final funding approval and may be withdrawn if approval is not received.
Please ensure you have read the Job description & meet the essential requirements set out in the Person specification before applying.
Interviews take place throughout November, see Recruitment Welcome Pack for details. Face to face attendance at our Activity day is required.
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Main duties of the job
This is a training role within NHS Talking Therapies services. You will work within the service providing high volume low intensity interventions whilst undertaking a programme of training for this role.
The training post will equip you to assess patients & provide a range of CBT based self-management interventions to clients with mild to moderate anxiety & depression.
Structure: These are full time clinical training posts, Monday-Friday 9-5.
2x days per week used for taught & self-study days required by the education provider, as specified within National Low Intensity curriculum.
3x days per weekdedicated to clinic work where you will be actively in office, shadowing colleagues, learning how our professional NHS service operates & picking up your own clinical caseload using your newly developed skills.
We welcome applications from positive and motivated individuals who contribute to our supportive team systems, in our offices, across our Devon clinics & remotely.
You will be thoroughly supported on your journey to becoming a PWP by supervision, tutors and mentors. Once qualified our PWP's are require to join the BABCP or BPS as registered practitioners, this enables you access to continued professional development & other benefits.
After qualifying, you'll be enrolled on our pioneering Preceptorship Programme developing your skills as an advanced clinician & finding your own unique style of therapy.
The post holder should be committed to equality diversity & inclusion.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year Band 5 on qualification and registration: £32,073 - £39,043
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
C9369-26-0760
Job locations
Compass House
52 Magdalen Road
Exeter
EX2 4TL
United Kingdom
Nhs Devon
109 Boutport Street
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 1TA
United Kingdom
TALKWORKS
Petitor House, Riviera Park, Nicholson Rd
Torquay
Devon
TQ2 7TD
United Kingdom
Pembroke House Surgery
Torquay Road
Paignton
Devon
TQ3 2EZ
United Kingdom
TALKWORKS, The Quay, 2nd Floor
Plymouth Road
Tavistock
Devon
PL19 8AB
United Kingdom
Talkworks
Emperor Way
Exeter Business Park
Exeter
EX1 3QS
United Kingdom
Tiverton & District Hospital
Kennedy Way
Tiverton
Devon
EX16 6NT
United Kingdom
Bideford Hospital
Abbotsham Road
Bideford
Devon
EX39 3AG
United Kingdom
Talkworks
Kingsteignton Road
Newton Abbot
Devon
TQ12 2PF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Describe how you are able to demonstrate meeting the Qualification, Training and Other criteria for this role.
Desirable
- Please outline your highest level of qualification attained:
- Education Provider
- Qualification Name
- Level of Qualification
- Date Completed
Experience
Essential
- Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Describe how you are able to demonstrate meeting the Knowledge, Experience and Skillset section criteria for this role.
Working in a primary care mental health service
Essential
- What is ONE aspect of the PWP role you think you may find the most challenging?
Location
Essential
- Please state which team(s) you are applying for: Exeter City, Exeter Outer, East Devon, Mid Devon, Teignbridge, South Hams & West Devon, Torquay, Paignton, Taw, Torridge, Talking Health.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Describe how you are able to demonstrate meeting the Qualification, Training and Other criteria for this role.
Desirable
- Please outline your highest level of qualification attained:
- Education Provider
- Qualification Name
- Level of Qualification
- Date Completed
Experience
Essential
- Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Describe how you are able to demonstrate meeting the Knowledge, Experience and Skillset section criteria for this role.
Working in a primary care mental health service
Essential
- What is ONE aspect of the PWP role you think you may find the most challenging?
Location
Essential
- Please state which team(s) you are applying for: Exeter City, Exeter Outer, East Devon, Mid Devon, Teignbridge, South Hams & West Devon, Torquay, Paignton, Taw, Torridge, Talking Health.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Compass House
52 Magdalen Road
Exeter
EX2 4TL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Compass House
52 Magdalen Road
Exeter
EX2 4TL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Lead Autism Services
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 6 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431591
Job summary
To work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within the service/team to ensure the systematic provision of a high-quality specialist clinical psychology service to clients of the service team, across all sectors of care. To supervise and support the psychological diagnostic assessment and therapy provided by other psychologists and other clinical members of the team who provide psychologically based care and treatment.
To ensure that systems are in place and working effectively for the clinical and professional supervision and support of all other psychological therapists within the ASD Assessment Team, for which the post holder has designated professional responsibility, including clear systems for effective recruitment, professional appraisal, and the identification of CPD needs. As a major requirement of the job, to carry out audit, policy, service development and research activities. To propose and implement policy changes within the area served by the team/service.
Main duties of the job
To provide highly specialist psychological diagnostic assessments of clients referred to the team based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex psychological data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests.
To exercise responsibility for managing the psychological resources available to a team, whether in the form of additional qualified and unqualified graduate psychology staff, or in the form of psychological materials employed in the assessment and treatment of service users.
To participate as a senior clinician in the development of a high quality, responsive and accessible service including advising both service and professional management on those aspects of the service where psychological and/or organisational matters need addressing.
About us
Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and people's homes.We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.
Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:
- We're Kind
- We're Fair
- We Listen
- We Care
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8c
Salary
£85,641 to £97,746 a year pa inc
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
277-8365158-ALD
Job locations
Queen Marys Hospital
Frognal Avenue
Sidcup
DA14 6LT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Management responsibilities
- To exercise responsibility for managing the psychological resources available to a team, whether in the form of additional qualified and unqualified graduate psychology staff, or in the form of psychological materials employed in the assessment and treatment of service users.
- To exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within the service/team, including maintaining systematic records of appraisals, clinical record keeping standards and the transcribing of minutes and records of appropriate professional meetings.
Leadership
- Accountable to professional and line managers.
- To participate as a senior clinician in the development of a high quality, responsive and accessible service including advising both service and professional management on those aspects of the service where psychological and/or organisational matters need addressing.
- To provide clinical placements for trainee clinical and/or counselling psychologists, ensuring that trainees acquire the necessary skills, competencies and experience to contribute effectively to good mental health care and to contribute to the assessment and evaluation of such competencies.
- To provide post-qualification training (CPD) and clinical professional supervision to qualified clinical and/or counselling psychologists attached to the team.
- To provide advice, consultation and training and clinical supervision to other members of the team for their provision of psychologically based interventions to help improve clients functioning.
- To provide pre- and post-qualification teaching of clinical and/or counselling psychology as appropriate.
- To maintain and develop skills in the area of professional pre- and post- graduate training and clinical supervision.
- To provide advice, consultation and training to staff working with the client group across a range of agencies and settings, where appropriate.
- To ensure the development, maintenance and dissemination of the highest professional standards of practice, through active participation in internal and external CPD training and development programmes.
- To ensure the development and articulation of best practice in psychology within the service area and contribute across the service by exercising the skills of a reflexive and reflective scientist practitioner, taking part in regular professional supervision and appraisal and maintaining an active engagement with current developments in the field of clinical psychology and related disciplines.
- To maintain and promulgate the highest standards of clinical record keeping including electronic data entry and recording, report writing and the responsible exercise of professional self-governance in accordance with professional codes of practice of the British Psychological Society and Trust policies and procedures.
- To contribute with other Consultant Psychological Therapists and Directorate Heads of Psychological Therapies to the development and articulation of best practice in psychological therapies across the Directorate.
Clinical
- To provide highly specialist psychological diagnostic assessments of clients referred to the team based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex psychological data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests.
- To formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological treatment and/or management of a clients mental health problems, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework of the clients problems, and employing methods of proven efficacy, across the full range of care settings.
- To be responsible for implementing a range of psychological interventions for individuals, carers, families and groups, within and across teams employed individually and in synthesis, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses.
- To make highly skilled evaluations and decisions about treatment options taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group.
- To exercise full responsibility and autonomy for the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients whose problems are managed by psychologically based standard care plans, ensuring appropriate assessment, formulation and interventions, communicating with the referral agent and others involved in their care.
- To provide expertise and specialist psychological advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to clients formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan.
- To ensure that all members of the clinical team have access to a psychologically based framework for understanding and care of clients of the service, through the provision of advice and consultation and the dissemination of psychological research and theory.
- To undertake risk assessment and risk management for individual clients and to provide general advice to other professionals on psychological aspects of risk assessment and management.
- To act as clinical lead within the Transforming care Programme by coordinating the work of the AAST multidisciplinary team and ensuring the provision of agreed psychological intervention and care is appropriate for the client's needs. Coordinating the work of others involved in the care arranging professional meetings and Care and Treatment Reviews in partnership with Commissioners and other Community Mental Health Teams involved.
- To communicate in a highly skilled and sensitive manner, information concerning the diagnostic assessment, formulation and treatment plans of clients under their care and to monitor and evaluate progress.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Management responsibilities
- To exercise responsibility for managing the psychological resources available to a team, whether in the form of additional qualified and unqualified graduate psychology staff, or in the form of psychological materials employed in the assessment and treatment of service users.
- To exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within the service/team, including maintaining systematic records of appraisals, clinical record keeping standards and the transcribing of minutes and records of appropriate professional meetings.
Leadership
- Accountable to professional and line managers.
- To participate as a senior clinician in the development of a high quality, responsive and accessible service including advising both service and professional management on those aspects of the service where psychological and/or organisational matters need addressing.
- To provide clinical placements for trainee clinical and/or counselling psychologists, ensuring that trainees acquire the necessary skills, competencies and experience to contribute effectively to good mental health care and to contribute to the assessment and evaluation of such competencies.
- To provide post-qualification training (CPD) and clinical professional supervision to qualified clinical and/or counselling psychologists attached to the team.
- To provide advice, consultation and training and clinical supervision to other members of the team for their provision of psychologically based interventions to help improve clients functioning.
- To provide pre- and post-qualification teaching of clinical and/or counselling psychology as appropriate.
- To maintain and develop skills in the area of professional pre- and post- graduate training and clinical supervision.
- To provide advice, consultation and training to staff working with the client group across a range of agencies and settings, where appropriate.
- To ensure the development, maintenance and dissemination of the highest professional standards of practice, through active participation in internal and external CPD training and development programmes.
- To ensure the development and articulation of best practice in psychology within the service area and contribute across the service by exercising the skills of a reflexive and reflective scientist practitioner, taking part in regular professional supervision and appraisal and maintaining an active engagement with current developments in the field of clinical psychology and related disciplines.
- To maintain and promulgate the highest standards of clinical record keeping including electronic data entry and recording, report writing and the responsible exercise of professional self-governance in accordance with professional codes of practice of the British Psychological Society and Trust policies and procedures.
- To contribute with other Consultant Psychological Therapists and Directorate Heads of Psychological Therapies to the development and articulation of best practice in psychological therapies across the Directorate.
Clinical
- To provide highly specialist psychological diagnostic assessments of clients referred to the team based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex psychological data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests.
- To formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological treatment and/or management of a clients mental health problems, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework of the clients problems, and employing methods of proven efficacy, across the full range of care settings.
- To be responsible for implementing a range of psychological interventions for individuals, carers, families and groups, within and across teams employed individually and in synthesis, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses.
- To make highly skilled evaluations and decisions about treatment options taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group.
- To exercise full responsibility and autonomy for the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients whose problems are managed by psychologically based standard care plans, ensuring appropriate assessment, formulation and interventions, communicating with the referral agent and others involved in their care.
- To provide expertise and specialist psychological advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to clients formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan.
- To ensure that all members of the clinical team have access to a psychologically based framework for understanding and care of clients of the service, through the provision of advice and consultation and the dissemination of psychological research and theory.
- To undertake risk assessment and risk management for individual clients and to provide general advice to other professionals on psychological aspects of risk assessment and management.
- To act as clinical lead within the Transforming care Programme by coordinating the work of the AAST multidisciplinary team and ensuring the provision of agreed psychological intervention and care is appropriate for the client's needs. Coordinating the work of others involved in the care arranging professional meetings and Care and Treatment Reviews in partnership with Commissioners and other Community Mental Health Teams involved.
- To communicate in a highly skilled and sensitive manner, information concerning the diagnostic assessment, formulation and treatment plans of clients under their care and to monitor and evaluate progress.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of management and leadership
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post
- Knowledge and skills gained in managing qualified and unqualified psychological practitioners
- To select and administer specialist psychological assessments, interpreting and integrating complex data that require analysis, interpretation and comparison
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in applied psychological therapy/mental health/social welfare profession or equivalent and demonstrable practice in this field (ie professional Doctorate)
- Completed training course in clinical supervision and/or accredited to supervise qualified psychological practitioners
- Registered with professional body or regulatory body as appropriate to psychological therapy discipline ie HCPC/UKCP/BACP/BABCP
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Essential
- To communicate skilfully and sensitively complex and sensitive information with clients, carers and colleagues overcoming barriers to communication
- Consultation skills to work with the multi-professional team or other professional groups and sensitively managing, a number of people's needs simultaneously within the context of therapeutic work/consultation
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to effective team functioning and holding team roles.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of management and leadership
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post
- Knowledge and skills gained in managing qualified and unqualified psychological practitioners
- To select and administer specialist psychological assessments, interpreting and integrating complex data that require analysis, interpretation and comparison
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in applied psychological therapy/mental health/social welfare profession or equivalent and demonstrable practice in this field (ie professional Doctorate)
- Completed training course in clinical supervision and/or accredited to supervise qualified psychological practitioners
- Registered with professional body or regulatory body as appropriate to psychological therapy discipline ie HCPC/UKCP/BACP/BABCP
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Essential
- To communicate skilfully and sensitively complex and sensitive information with clients, carers and colleagues overcoming barriers to communication
- Consultation skills to work with the multi-professional team or other professional groups and sensitively managing, a number of people's needs simultaneously within the context of therapeutic work/consultation
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to effective team functioning and holding team roles.
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
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Marys Hospital
Frognal Avenue
Sidcup
DA14 6LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Employer name
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Marys Hospital
Frognal Avenue
Sidcup
DA14 6LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Mental Health Practitioner - LPMHSS - Flintshire
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board View all jobs
Posted 6 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431577
Job summary
This is an exciting time to join the Primary Care Team in Flintshire which is undergoing transformation.
These Primary Care Practitioner posts are integral within the Tier 1 Primary Care Mental Health Community Service within Flintshire.
The existing team include qualified practitioners including Mental Health Nurses and Social Workers, Star workers and Psychology who are all delivering evidenced based interventions. We are seeking enthusiastic, compassionate qualified practitioners to join us in delivering the best possible assessments and interventions.
The post holder will be required to work within a multi-disciplinary team and in collaboration with third sector services.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will undertake detailed assessments and hold a caseload providing short term evidenced based interventions for 6 to 10 weeks. To work in collaboration with third sector services and refer people onto services within their communities. To provide supervision, guidance and support to junior members of staff.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£40,559 to £48,841 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
050-NMR490-0826-A
Job locations
Pwll Glas Community Mental Health Team
Pwll Glas Resource Centre, Pwll Glas Mold
Flintshire
CH7 1RA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Experience
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Experience
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
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
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Pwll Glas Community Mental Health Team
Pwll Glas Resource Centre, Pwll Glas Mold
Flintshire
CH7 1RA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Pwll Glas Community Mental Health Team
Pwll Glas Resource Centre, Pwll Glas Mold
Flintshire
CH7 1RA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
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CAMHS Mental Health Practitioner - Eating Disorder Pathway
Livewell Southwest View all jobs
Posted 6 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431566
Job summary
22.5 hours per week.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the CAMHS Eating Disorder Pathway for a Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner (Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse or Paediatric Nurse) to join our multidisciplinary team.
The post holder will contribute to a range of assessments and interventions for children and young people with eating disorders and their families. The role will include direct clinical work with children and young people whose primary diagnosis is an eating disorder and who require intensive support to minimise deterioration and improve their physical and mental health outcomes.
The successful candidate will work as part of the CAMHS Eating Disorder multidisciplinary pathway and will receive clinical supervision and line management from senior practitioners within the service.
Plymouth CAMHS works within the i THRIVE model of care, working closely with partner agencies to improve health and social outcomes for children, young people and families across Plymouth.
This role supports the wider CAMHS commitment to collaborative working, improving access to evidence based mental health services and reducing health inequalities across the city.
Main duties of the job
To provide specialist assessment and evidence based interventions for children and young people with eating disorders, working with their families and carers as part of the CAMHS Eating Disorder multidisciplinary team.
To take a key role in eating disorder assessments, care planning and coordination, including assessment and management of the physical health risks associated with eating disorders.
To manage a defined caseload, using clinical judgement to plan, deliver and review care in collaboration with children, young people, families and the wider multidisciplinary team.
To work closely with other professionals involved in the young persons care, including Psychiatry, Paediatrics, General Practice and Dietetics.
To provide specialist mental health assessment, formulation and interventions, drawing on knowledge of child development, child and adolescent mental health and eating disorders.
To work in accordance with current guidance for the recognition and management of medical emergencies in eating disorders, including MEED.
To support parents, carers and families as an integral part of assessment and treatment.
This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route; please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility.
Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline.
All Livewell staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service.
About us
Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs.
As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values, kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve.
We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives.
We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.
Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro-rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
B9832-2026-NM-10489
Job locations
Livewell South West
Mount Gould Road
Plymouth
PL4 7QD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Service Delivery
To improve children and young peoples mental health through the delivery of safe, culturally competent, effective, cost efficient, timely and accessible services that are in accordance with national and local priorities and responsive to the needs and views of local children, young people, and their families.
To be part of an Early Help package of care and take a key role in eating disorder assessments and coordinating the next stages of care planning. This will include the assessment of physical risk and prioritising the urgency of ongoing treatment.
The practitioner is expected to manage their own caseload of patients, as well as being part of a wider systemic therapeutic team.
The practitioner will be expected to offer support to parents, carers and the wider family system, some of which maybe mealtime support within the family home.
The post holder will be expected to competently liaise with other professionals involved in care including Psychiatry, Paediatrics, General Practice and Dieticians.
To regularly use Routine Outcome Monitoring as part of clinical practice
To practice safely around the physical risks associated with eating disorders using MEED guidelines.
The Eating Disorder Practitioner will provide specialist and culturally competent mental health assessment, formulation, and implementation of specific evidenced based treatments.
The post holder will be expected to draw upon experience and knowledge gained through training and practice relating to child development, child and adolescent mental health and adult mental health.
The Eating Disorder Practitioner will demonstrate effective skills in the assessment of risk and communicate concerns accurately in a timely fashion, which may require multi-agency responses to risk assessment and risk management plans.
The Eating Disorder Practitioner is required to maintain high standards in the recording of clinical activity.
The Eating Disorder Practitioner will strongly adhere to culturally competent and anti-discriminatory practice, promote equity of opportunity, and use their professional position to empower others and challenge power imbalances where they are found to exist.
The Eating Disorder Practitioner will provide consultation to staff in the wider CAMHS Service and other agencies.
The post holder will contribute to the eating disorder Duty Rota which operates daily, Monday to Friday.
The post holder will be required to contribute to the delivery of education and training to other professionals, including continuing professional development within the MDT.
The post holder will be available for and make use of clinical supervision, safeguarding supervision and case load management.
The post holder will be expected to offer supervision to others as appropriate to their grade.
The post holder will need to organise their own workload under the support and supervision of Clinical Pathway Manager
Maintain health records to the standards required by Livewell Southwest.
Contribute to the development of team protocols and clinical practice, proposing changes for discussion.
Participate in team meetings, for example allocation, supervision, reflective practice, case discussions.
Keep up to date with CAMHS & Eating Disorders developments taking place nationally in line with service objectives.
To participate in audit and quality improvements.
Management of Resources
Make best use of time in arranging working pattern efficiently
Make good use of resources and facilities
Workforce and managing people
Participate in the training of other colleagues and students in areas of own expertise.
Participate in the promotion of the team by participating in training and information giving events.
Corporate and Other Responsibilities
To undertake other duties in a corporate role as may be reasonably expected in accordance with the grade of the post and in line with other Senior Practitioners to ensure the attainment of team and service objectives.
To attend continued professional development meeting facilitated by the Senior Clinical Team.
To ensure that all duties within the role are delivered in accordance with Livewell Southwest policy and procedure and professional registration practice.
This job description is indicative of the range of responsibilities of the post holder. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and will be subject to review.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Service Delivery
To improve children and young peoples mental health through the delivery of safe, culturally competent, effective, cost efficient, timely and accessible services that are in accordance with national and local priorities and responsive to the needs and views of local children, young people, and their families.
To be part of an Early Help package of care and take a key role in eating disorder assessments and coordinating the next stages of care planning. This will include the assessment of physical risk and prioritising the urgency of ongoing treatment.
The practitioner is expected to manage their own caseload of patients, as well as being part of a wider systemic therapeutic team.
The practitioner will be expected to offer support to parents, carers and the wider family system, some of which maybe mealtime support within the family home.
The post holder will be expected to competently liaise with other professionals involved in care including Psychiatry, Paediatrics, General Practice and Dieticians.
To regularly use Routine Outcome Monitoring as part of clinical practice
To practice safely around the physical risks associated with eating disorders using MEED guidelines.
The Eating Disorder Practitioner will provide specialist and culturally competent mental health assessment, formulation, and implementation of specific evidenced based treatments.
The post holder will be expected to draw upon experience and knowledge gained through training and practice relating to child development, child and adolescent mental health and adult mental health.
The Eating Disorder Practitioner will demonstrate effective skills in the assessment of risk and communicate concerns accurately in a timely fashion, which may require multi-agency responses to risk assessment and risk management plans.
The Eating Disorder Practitioner is required to maintain high standards in the recording of clinical activity.
The Eating Disorder Practitioner will strongly adhere to culturally competent and anti-discriminatory practice, promote equity of opportunity, and use their professional position to empower others and challenge power imbalances where they are found to exist.
The Eating Disorder Practitioner will provide consultation to staff in the wider CAMHS Service and other agencies.
The post holder will contribute to the eating disorder Duty Rota which operates daily, Monday to Friday.
The post holder will be required to contribute to the delivery of education and training to other professionals, including continuing professional development within the MDT.
The post holder will be available for and make use of clinical supervision, safeguarding supervision and case load management.
The post holder will be expected to offer supervision to others as appropriate to their grade.
The post holder will need to organise their own workload under the support and supervision of Clinical Pathway Manager
Maintain health records to the standards required by Livewell Southwest.
Contribute to the development of team protocols and clinical practice, proposing changes for discussion.
Participate in team meetings, for example allocation, supervision, reflective practice, case discussions.
Keep up to date with CAMHS & Eating Disorders developments taking place nationally in line with service objectives.
To participate in audit and quality improvements.
Management of Resources
Make best use of time in arranging working pattern efficiently
Make good use of resources and facilities
Workforce and managing people
Participate in the training of other colleagues and students in areas of own expertise.
Participate in the promotion of the team by participating in training and information giving events.
Corporate and Other Responsibilities
To undertake other duties in a corporate role as may be reasonably expected in accordance with the grade of the post and in line with other Senior Practitioners to ensure the attainment of team and service objectives.
To attend continued professional development meeting facilitated by the Senior Clinical Team.
To ensure that all duties within the role are delivered in accordance with Livewell Southwest policy and procedure and professional registration practice.
This job description is indicative of the range of responsibilities of the post holder. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and will be subject to review.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience (both work and life related) Experience of working in a multi-agency and/or multi-disciplinary context. Experience of working with the care systems both directly with Children and young people and professionals within the care system. Experience of post-registration working with children and young people who have experienced mental health difficulties. Experience in assessment, including risk, care planning, intervention and evaluation. Maintaining own safety in Community settings by working within relevant policy and having completed or be willing to complete breakaway training or equivalent. Experience of effective working with families of different cultural backgrounds. Experience of working within multi-agency safeguarding systems e.g. child protection conferences, child in need meetings
Desirable
- Experience in the delivery of training.
- Experience of service evaluation
Qualifications
Essential
- Essential criteria
- Core qualification in any Mental health modality such as Nursing / Social Work / OT/ Psychology Appropriate Registration relevant to professional qualification Post graduate training qualification in methods of working with children with mental health problems, e.g. counselling, systemic practice or post grad diploma in child and adolescent mental health
Knowledge
Essential
- Essential criteria
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and documents pertaining to children, e.g., Children Act 2004, Child Protection, National Service Framework, Every Child Matters etc. Learning Disability specific legislation and documents, Aiming High for Disabled Children, Valuing People, Mansell report, Mental Capacity Act. Knowledge of a range of mental health problems and disorders affecting children and young people who are in care. Knowledge of theories of child development and their application to practice. An understanding of resilience and vulnerability
Desirable
- Knowledge of different models of therapy, e.g. Applied Behaviour Analysis and at least one other therapeutic modality eg CBT, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, solution focussed
Skills
Essential
- Self motivating and able to work on own initiative. Mental Health and Risk assessment, care planning, evaluation and intervention skills Well established case management skills and good organisational skills with ability to prioritise Well-developed communication skills both oral and written Commitment to anti-oppressive practice Ability to work in partnership and in collaboration with others, both in and out of own agency/professional background.
Desirable
- Competent assessment and intervention skills Specific therapeutic skills relevant to working with children and families Consultation skills. Training skills
other
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly (hours of work and duties) both as an individual and with other colleagues in Livewell and with partner agencies. Able to undertake the demands of the post with reasonable adjustments where required. The post holder will need to travel and attend to service users based across Plymouth and other geographical areas.
- Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience (both work and life related) Experience of working in a multi-agency and/or multi-disciplinary context. Experience of working with the care systems both directly with Children and young people and professionals within the care system. Experience of post-registration working with children and young people who have experienced mental health difficulties. Experience in assessment, including risk, care planning, intervention and evaluation. Maintaining own safety in Community settings by working within relevant policy and having completed or be willing to complete breakaway training or equivalent. Experience of effective working with families of different cultural backgrounds. Experience of working within multi-agency safeguarding systems e.g. child protection conferences, child in need meetings
Desirable
- Experience in the delivery of training.
- Experience of service evaluation
Qualifications
Essential
- Essential criteria
- Core qualification in any Mental health modality such as Nursing / Social Work / OT/ Psychology Appropriate Registration relevant to professional qualification Post graduate training qualification in methods of working with children with mental health problems, e.g. counselling, systemic practice or post grad diploma in child and adolescent mental health
Knowledge
Essential
- Essential criteria
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and documents pertaining to children, e.g., Children Act 2004, Child Protection, National Service Framework, Every Child Matters etc. Learning Disability specific legislation and documents, Aiming High for Disabled Children, Valuing People, Mansell report, Mental Capacity Act. Knowledge of a range of mental health problems and disorders affecting children and young people who are in care. Knowledge of theories of child development and their application to practice. An understanding of resilience and vulnerability
Desirable
- Knowledge of different models of therapy, e.g. Applied Behaviour Analysis and at least one other therapeutic modality eg CBT, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, solution focussed
Skills
Essential
- Self motivating and able to work on own initiative. Mental Health and Risk assessment, care planning, evaluation and intervention skills Well established case management skills and good organisational skills with ability to prioritise Well-developed communication skills both oral and written Commitment to anti-oppressive practice Ability to work in partnership and in collaboration with others, both in and out of own agency/professional background.
Desirable
- Competent assessment and intervention skills Specific therapeutic skills relevant to working with children and families Consultation skills. Training skills
other
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly (hours of work and duties) both as an individual and with other colleagues in Livewell and with partner agencies. Able to undertake the demands of the post with reasonable adjustments where required. The post holder will need to travel and attend to service users based across Plymouth and other geographical areas.
- Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport
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
Livewell Southwest
Address
Livewell South West
Mount Gould Road
Plymouth
PL4 7QD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Livewell Southwest
Address
Livewell South West
Mount Gould Road
Plymouth
PL4 7QD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Assistant Psychologist
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 6 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431564
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Psychologist to join the Northallerton CAMHS team for 12 months.
Supervised by a Clinical Psychologist and Principal Psychologist, the successful candidate will work alongside a supportive, innovative and collaborative multi-disciplinary team to deliver high quality and timely evidence-based care to young people in the community. The team offers assessment, diagnosis and treatment for a range of mental health presentations including ADHD.
Work may include but not exclusive to - 1:1 therapeutic work, group work, ADHD Pathway elements, co-creation and service involvement input, training and use of psychological assessment tools
Applicants must have a degree in Psychology and be eligible for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Sponsorship may be available for this role in specific circumstances in line with Home Office regulations, where applicants were granted permission as a Skilled Worker under the immigration rules in place before 22 July 2025, and have had continuous permission as a Skilled Worker since then. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. VisitImmigration Rules - Immigration Rules Appendix Skilled Occupations - Guidance - GOV.UK
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be involved in supporting the provision of psychologically informed care and psychological interventions through direct and indirect clinical activities. This will include attendance at multidisciplinary meetings, contribution to psychological assessment and formulation, developing support plans, non-pharmacological interventions, groups and evaluation of outcomes.
We have a commitment to staff development and have an excellent track record for developing our psychology workforce. Successful candidates will have good communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrate empathy towards our client group.
Psychologists & Psychological Therapists provide key leadership roles within the Trust. To support this we have developed leadership profiles for each psychology band and the profile card associated with this post is attached on NHS Jobs. You can find more information about the NHS Leadership Academy's Healthcare Leadership Model and the profiles at their website. We encourage you to look at these resources as they will play a part in the interview process.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
346-NYC-083-26
Job locations
North Moor House
North Moor Road
Northallerton
DL6 2FG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
We will support you by providing a positive working experience within our teams and service, with the commitment of giving you access to opportunities that will be essential in your professional development. Furthermore, you will receive robust supervision and appraisal, talent management and access to training opportunities.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who will lead the way as a role model within the team, demonstrating compassion. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, proactive and flexible, having the ability to work on their own initiative and be able to communicate with internal and external agencies relevant to patient care. You must be able to demonstrate best practice in mental health service delivery.
Our team is compassionate, inclusive, and committed working together to provide excellent care.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We will support you by providing a positive working experience within our teams and service, with the commitment of giving you access to opportunities that will be essential in your professional development. Furthermore, you will receive robust supervision and appraisal, talent management and access to training opportunities.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who will lead the way as a role model within the team, demonstrating compassion. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, proactive and flexible, having the ability to work on their own initiative and be able to communicate with internal and external agencies relevant to patient care. You must be able to demonstrate best practice in mental health service delivery.
Our team is compassionate, inclusive, and committed working together to provide excellent care.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in psychology.
- Eligible for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis
Experience
Essential
- Some experience of people using services in psychological, mental health and/or social care settings. This may include, for example, personal experience or supporting a family member to access services
- Experience in discussing and responding to issues related to cultural diversity, intersectionality and inclusivity, including working with vulnerable groups (e.g. those for whom English is not their first language)
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Experience of communicating sensitive information
- Experience of work interacting with the public
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental ill health or learning disabilities
- An awareness of the application of psychology to health care
- Demonstrate an awareness of confidentiality within healthcare
- Awareness of the British Psychological Society Code of Conduct
- Awareness of systemic barriers to accessing psychological services/healthcare for minoritised communities
Desirable
- Experience as a psychology assistant (paid or voluntary)
- Experience working with people with mental health distress, learning disabilities or neurodiversity (paid or voluntary)
- Experience of clinical audit, research or service evaluation
- Experience using statistical software packages e.g. R Studio.
- Experience of using psychometric assessments.
- Awareness of increasing access to psychological services/healthcare for minoritised communities
- An ability to apply psychological knowledge to the population described in the job advert
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in psychology.
- Eligible for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis
Experience
Essential
- Some experience of people using services in psychological, mental health and/or social care settings. This may include, for example, personal experience or supporting a family member to access services
- Experience in discussing and responding to issues related to cultural diversity, intersectionality and inclusivity, including working with vulnerable groups (e.g. those for whom English is not their first language)
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Experience of communicating sensitive information
- Experience of work interacting with the public
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental ill health or learning disabilities
- An awareness of the application of psychology to health care
- Demonstrate an awareness of confidentiality within healthcare
- Awareness of the British Psychological Society Code of Conduct
- Awareness of systemic barriers to accessing psychological services/healthcare for minoritised communities
Desirable
- Experience as a psychology assistant (paid or voluntary)
- Experience working with people with mental health distress, learning disabilities or neurodiversity (paid or voluntary)
- Experience of clinical audit, research or service evaluation
- Experience using statistical software packages e.g. R Studio.
- Experience of using psychometric assessments.
- Awareness of increasing access to psychological services/healthcare for minoritised communities
- An ability to apply psychological knowledge to the population described in the job advert
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address
North Moor House
North Moor Road
Northallerton
DL6 2FG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address
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North Moor Road
Northallerton
DL6 2FG
United Kingdom
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431526
Job summary
Registered Manager - Children's Residential Service Leeds
Lead the launch of an innovative new specialist children's home
Care in Mind is proud to be launching an exciting new three-bedded Ofsted-registered children's residential home in Leeds, following the award of a seven-year partnership contract with Leeds City Council. This pioneering service will provide specialist, trauma-informed care for children and young people with complex mental health needs, helping them remain close to their families, schools and local communities whilst accessing expert therapeutic support.
We are looking for an exceptional Registered Manager to play a pivotal role in establishing and leading this new service from day one. This is a unique opportunity to combine the excitement of developing a new home with the support, expertise and reputation of an established specialist provider.
You will hold overall responsibility for the leadership, management and regulatory compliance of a three-bed residential home supporting children with complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge.
You will lead an experienced staff team, ensure the home achieves the highest standards of care and quality, and work collaboratively with internal clinical teams, local authorities, schools, CAMHS and other stakeholders to ensure exceptional outcomes for children and young people.
Main duties of the job
Essential experience and qualifications:
- Current or previous experience as a Registered Manager within children's residential care.
- At least two years' recent experience working in children's residential services.
- Experience managing and supervising teams within a residential setting.
- Experience working within Ofsted-regulated services.
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or willingness to achieve this qualification (fully funded).
- Strong understanding of Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
- Sound knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and legislation relating to looked-after children.
You'll also bring:
- Outstanding leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Experience recruiting, developing and retaining talented teams.
- Confidence managing budgets, quality assurance processes and regulatory inspections.
- The ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
- A strong commitment to staff wellbeing, professional development and reflective practice.
- A genuine passion for supporting children and young people experiencing complex mental health challenges.
About us
What We Offer
In addition to the opportunity to lead a flagship new service, we offer an excellent benefits package including:
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Birthday leave
- Enhanced pension and sick pay
- Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Life Assurance
- Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Extensive learning and development opportunities
- Investors in People Silver accredited employee
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Refer a Friend Scheme
- Free onsite parking and much more.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£53,176.50 to £60,469.50 a year Per Annum Dependant on Skills And Experience.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
RES:CRS2059.0
Job locations
Leeds
Leeds
LS13 4DN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Ensure competency and understanding of all staff in implementing care plans that are collaborative and have the young person at the centre of their care.
To take full responsibility for the competence and capability of the residential team, managing performance effectively.
Understand and know the residential teams strengths and weaknesses, offering support and guidance when necessary.
Maintain appropriate boundaries with all staff and young people/children.
Always lead by example, be honest and transparent when things are not going well and when things go well, sharing good practice.
To facilitate regular team meetings and ensure good attendance and contribution of all staff.
Creative and effective management of the staff rota, ensuring that the staffing requirements for the home are met and the service is safe.
Monitor and review overtime, making good use of the bank team to fill deficits.
To build a strong, skilled, and resilient team that feel empowered to support the young people through regular supervision and appraisal.
Be responsible for the effective recruitment of suitable and skilled employees to work within the team. To work towards the Staffing Model, ensuring the correct number of staff in each discipline.
Ensure robust staff inductions, and probationary reviews are taking place within agreed timescales and any concerns are discussed with the senior residential team and dealt with promptly.
To ensure that all internal employees are booked on mandatory and refresher training to support organisational compliance with internal and external standard requirements.
To regularly monitor teams training compliance levels for mandatory and supplementary training, proactively highlighting concerns to the Learning and Development team. Where possible to undertake problem solving to overcome barriers and challenges faced with learning and development.
To be always professional, dressing smart and using appropriate language in all environments.
To oversee the implementation of development plans for all staff.
To be a caring and thoughtful manager who is willing to support the staff team, ensuring their own wellbeing.
To manage sickness absence robustly and in a supportive manner.
To retain overall responsibility for ensuring that payroll is completed each month.
To work with the People services team in relation to employee relations concerns, being proactive and timely, producing well-presented investigations and reports that are of a high standard.
To take full responsibility for the high standard of the home, reporting any works required to the Technology and Estates department in a timely manner in accordance with the repairs and maintenance processes.
To take ownership and pride in the upkeep of the home ensuring all health and safety checks and tasks are completed as required. To ensure the home has a warm and inviting atmosphere and has been made homely for the children.
To oversee all cleaning and maintenance tasks as outlined within the residential maintenance processes by carrying out a weekly around of the home and following up on all required actions.
Liaising with the Quality & Assurance department, ensuring the effective review of all residential audits and action plans.
To ensure all actions as outlined by the quality assurance department are actioned in a timely manner.
To complete the Reg 45 on a monthly basis and ensure submission to Ofsted within timescales.
To support Reg 44 visits and respond to all reports ensuring actions are addressed within timescales
To be responsible for monitoring the house budgets with weekly finance checks and action plans in place to review use of budgets, efficiency and cost savings analysis.
To provide a comprehensive reports on home costings and actions.
To be an active and encouraging Manager, establishing, and maintaining effective communication with all stakeholders.
To oversee the young peoples financial arrangements, ensuring staff competence in recording any transactions.
To work alongside the Strategy and Pathways Team, building and maintaining all stakeholder relationships in relation to referral generation and ongoing relationships with current home and commissioning teams of the children.
To record all contact with stakeholders on the home clear care records ensuring regular meetings are set up and attended with each stakeholder of the home.
To be responsible for your own development and well-being, ensuring you attend staff support monthly.
To comply with Care in Minds Equal Opportunities Policy
Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment or victimisation.
To always maintain confidentiality, in accordance with the agreed policy.
Ensure adherence to Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for young people and staff.
It is the responsibility of all staff to read and work to the company safeguarding policy, to complete the Safeguarding training commensurate with their job role, and to report any genuine concerns to the designated safeguarding officer/lead on site, or a senior member of staff.
The tasks and responsibilities shown above are not exhaustive and should be regarded only as a guide. The post-holder will be expected to undertake any reasonable activities according to the needs of the business at the time. These will be subject to periodic review and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the business and the interests and skills of the post-holder. The post-holder will be expected to participate in this process, and the company would aim to reach agreement to any changes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Ensure competency and understanding of all staff in implementing care plans that are collaborative and have the young person at the centre of their care.
To take full responsibility for the competence and capability of the residential team, managing performance effectively.
Understand and know the residential teams strengths and weaknesses, offering support and guidance when necessary.
Maintain appropriate boundaries with all staff and young people/children.
Always lead by example, be honest and transparent when things are not going well and when things go well, sharing good practice.
To facilitate regular team meetings and ensure good attendance and contribution of all staff.
Creative and effective management of the staff rota, ensuring that the staffing requirements for the home are met and the service is safe.
Monitor and review overtime, making good use of the bank team to fill deficits.
To build a strong, skilled, and resilient team that feel empowered to support the young people through regular supervision and appraisal.
Be responsible for the effective recruitment of suitable and skilled employees to work within the team. To work towards the Staffing Model, ensuring the correct number of staff in each discipline.
Ensure robust staff inductions, and probationary reviews are taking place within agreed timescales and any concerns are discussed with the senior residential team and dealt with promptly.
To ensure that all internal employees are booked on mandatory and refresher training to support organisational compliance with internal and external standard requirements.
To regularly monitor teams training compliance levels for mandatory and supplementary training, proactively highlighting concerns to the Learning and Development team. Where possible to undertake problem solving to overcome barriers and challenges faced with learning and development.
To be always professional, dressing smart and using appropriate language in all environments.
To oversee the implementation of development plans for all staff.
To be a caring and thoughtful manager who is willing to support the staff team, ensuring their own wellbeing.
To manage sickness absence robustly and in a supportive manner.
To retain overall responsibility for ensuring that payroll is completed each month.
To work with the People services team in relation to employee relations concerns, being proactive and timely, producing well-presented investigations and reports that are of a high standard.
To take full responsibility for the high standard of the home, reporting any works required to the Technology and Estates department in a timely manner in accordance with the repairs and maintenance processes.
To take ownership and pride in the upkeep of the home ensuring all health and safety checks and tasks are completed as required. To ensure the home has a warm and inviting atmosphere and has been made homely for the children.
To oversee all cleaning and maintenance tasks as outlined within the residential maintenance processes by carrying out a weekly around of the home and following up on all required actions.
Liaising with the Quality & Assurance department, ensuring the effective review of all residential audits and action plans.
To ensure all actions as outlined by the quality assurance department are actioned in a timely manner.
To complete the Reg 45 on a monthly basis and ensure submission to Ofsted within timescales.
To support Reg 44 visits and respond to all reports ensuring actions are addressed within timescales
To be responsible for monitoring the house budgets with weekly finance checks and action plans in place to review use of budgets, efficiency and cost savings analysis.
To provide a comprehensive reports on home costings and actions.
To be an active and encouraging Manager, establishing, and maintaining effective communication with all stakeholders.
To oversee the young peoples financial arrangements, ensuring staff competence in recording any transactions.
To work alongside the Strategy and Pathways Team, building and maintaining all stakeholder relationships in relation to referral generation and ongoing relationships with current home and commissioning teams of the children.
To record all contact with stakeholders on the home clear care records ensuring regular meetings are set up and attended with each stakeholder of the home.
To be responsible for your own development and well-being, ensuring you attend staff support monthly.
To comply with Care in Minds Equal Opportunities Policy
Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment or victimisation.
To always maintain confidentiality, in accordance with the agreed policy.
Ensure adherence to Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for young people and staff.
It is the responsibility of all staff to read and work to the company safeguarding policy, to complete the Safeguarding training commensurate with their job role, and to report any genuine concerns to the designated safeguarding officer/lead on site, or a senior member of staff.
The tasks and responsibilities shown above are not exhaustive and should be regarded only as a guide. The post-holder will be expected to undertake any reasonable activities according to the needs of the business at the time. These will be subject to periodic review and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the business and the interests and skills of the post-holder. The post-holder will be expected to participate in this process, and the company would aim to reach agreement to any changes.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a Registered Manager role
- 2 years recent experience (within last 5 years), working in a position relevant to the residential care of children
- 2 years recent experience (within last 5 years), working in a position relevant to the residential care of children
- Can demonstrate a commitment towards continued professional development
- Previous experience in conducting disciplinary investigations and fact finds
- Experience of working with Ofsted registered services.
- Good knowledge and experience of law and practice relating to looked after children
Skills
Essential
- Excellent understanding of mental health and the issues children and young people face
- In depth knowledge of the Childrens Homes Regulations 2015 and associated quality standards.
- In depth knowledge of child protection procedures and impact of abuse and neglect
- Excellent leadership qualities
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability to work collaboratively with a wider multi-disciplinary team (both internal and external).
- Committed to a structured approach to training and development of staff.
- Professional, confident, and warm personality.
- Ability to organise own workload effectively and to work independently
- Ability to control and manage budgets
- Skills in the recruitment, selection and retention of staff.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage challenging situations
- IT literate with an understanding and experience of care management/recording systems and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word/Teams/Outlook/Powerpoint).
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold NVQ/QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care/ Childrens and Young Peoples Workforce, or equivalent qualifications
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or a willingness to undertake this qualification as part of the role within a 2 year period (fully funded).
Desirable
- Social Work Qualification
Other
Essential
- To have a clean driving licence and access to a car
- Ability to work shifts and work on a on call rota out of hours
- Be physically fit enough to carry out all requirements of the role including the use of Therapeutic Risk Management to manage challenging behaviour and undertake emergency lifesaving duties including basic life support if required.
- We will expect your values and behaviours to mirror those of Care in Mind, as illustrated on page 2 of this job description.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a Registered Manager role
- 2 years recent experience (within last 5 years), working in a position relevant to the residential care of children
- 2 years recent experience (within last 5 years), working in a position relevant to the residential care of children
- Can demonstrate a commitment towards continued professional development
- Previous experience in conducting disciplinary investigations and fact finds
- Experience of working with Ofsted registered services.
- Good knowledge and experience of law and practice relating to looked after children
Skills
Essential
- Excellent understanding of mental health and the issues children and young people face
- In depth knowledge of the Childrens Homes Regulations 2015 and associated quality standards.
- In depth knowledge of child protection procedures and impact of abuse and neglect
- Excellent leadership qualities
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability to work collaboratively with a wider multi-disciplinary team (both internal and external).
- Committed to a structured approach to training and development of staff.
- Professional, confident, and warm personality.
- Ability to organise own workload effectively and to work independently
- Ability to control and manage budgets
- Skills in the recruitment, selection and retention of staff.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage challenging situations
- IT literate with an understanding and experience of care management/recording systems and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word/Teams/Outlook/Powerpoint).
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold NVQ/QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care/ Childrens and Young Peoples Workforce, or equivalent qualifications
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or a willingness to undertake this qualification as part of the role within a 2 year period (fully funded).
Desirable
- Social Work Qualification
Other
Essential
- To have a clean driving licence and access to a car
- Ability to work shifts and work on a on call rota out of hours
- Be physically fit enough to carry out all requirements of the role including the use of Therapeutic Risk Management to manage challenging behaviour and undertake emergency lifesaving duties including basic life support if required.
- We will expect your values and behaviours to mirror those of Care in Mind, as illustrated on page 2 of this job description.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Care In Mind
Address
Leeds
Leeds
LS13 4DN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Care In Mind
Address
Leeds
Leeds
LS13 4DN
United Kingdom
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Highly Specialist Applied Psychologist
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431516
Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Applied Psychologist to join the Psychology staff group within the Adult Acute Inpatient service at Roseberry Park Hospital.
You will be working within a dynamic and supportive leadership team across the urgent care pathway to provide psychologically informed care to all service users. There is a well-established psychology staff group within the service and this post has been created to cover a maternity leave.
This is a developmental position where you will be providing psychologically informed care as part of the wider multidisciplinary team including both indirect and direct assessments, as well as a therapeutic intervention, consultative and advisory services, as well as providing clinical supervision and training to other team members.
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have a key role in providing psychologically informed care to individuals admitted within the service, including both indirect and direct support, including assessments as well as a therapeutic, consultative and advisory service in relation to adults and their families and carers, according to identified clinical need. In addition to direct clinical work, providing consultation and where necessary clinical supervision and training to other team members in regard to patients is an important element of the role
Psychological Professions provide key leadership roles within the Trust. To support this we have developed leadership profiles for each psychology band and the profile card associated with this post is attached on NHS Jobs. You can find more information about the NHS Leadership Academy's Healthcare Leadership Model and the profiles at their website. We encourage you to look at these resources as they will play a part in the interview process.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year pro rata, per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
13 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
346-TSA-152-26-A
Job locations
Roseberry Park Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3AF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post-graduate training (doctoral level equivalent) in clinical / counselling / forensic psychology (or its equivalent prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS.
- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
- Post doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice - Band 8a
- Trained in clinical supervision and the supervision of doctoral trainees
- Trained in care co-ordination
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Registration with BPS
Experience
Essential
- Must have experience of: Working as a qualified applied psychologist within the designated service including a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and a range of clinical severity across a range of care settings
- Exercising full clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care as a care coordinator within the context of a multidisciplinary team
- Teaching, training and clinical supervision and field supervisor for doctoral theses
- Research and development
- Quality and service improvement and evaluation
Desirable
- Experience of joint working with statutory, voluntary and private sector agencies
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
- Doctoral level knowledge of: Evidence- based practice relevant to the role
- Risk assessment and risk management
- Clinical governance
- Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health
- Audit and research methodology
- Social Inclusion agenda
- Knowledge of: The Trust's Quality Improvement System
- Must be able to: Communicate highly complex and highly sensitive information effectively, to a wide range of people
- Adapt creatively the evidence base for interventions in mental health for clients with communication difficulties / learning disabilities
- Provide effective teaching, training and clinical supervision for the multidisciplinary team
- Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and undertake care co-ordination/lead practitioner responsibilities
- Undertake complex multiagency working and liaise with multiple systems
- Utilise psychometric tests competently
- Identify, provide and promote appropriate interventions / means of support for carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations and challenging behaviours
- Utilise appropriate clinical governance mechanisms within own work
- Use approved breakaway techniques
- Demonstrate effective keyboard skills
- Use multimedia materials for presentations in professional, academic and public settings
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post-graduate training (doctoral level equivalent) in clinical / counselling / forensic psychology (or its equivalent prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS.
- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
- Post doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice - Band 8a
- Trained in clinical supervision and the supervision of doctoral trainees
- Trained in care co-ordination
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Registration with BPS
Experience
Essential
- Must have experience of: Working as a qualified applied psychologist within the designated service including a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and a range of clinical severity across a range of care settings
- Exercising full clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care as a care coordinator within the context of a multidisciplinary team
- Teaching, training and clinical supervision and field supervisor for doctoral theses
- Research and development
- Quality and service improvement and evaluation
Desirable
- Experience of joint working with statutory, voluntary and private sector agencies
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
- Doctoral level knowledge of: Evidence- based practice relevant to the role
- Risk assessment and risk management
- Clinical governance
- Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health
- Audit and research methodology
- Social Inclusion agenda
- Knowledge of: The Trust's Quality Improvement System
- Must be able to: Communicate highly complex and highly sensitive information effectively, to a wide range of people
- Adapt creatively the evidence base for interventions in mental health for clients with communication difficulties / learning disabilities
- Provide effective teaching, training and clinical supervision for the multidisciplinary team
- Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and undertake care co-ordination/lead practitioner responsibilities
- Undertake complex multiagency working and liaise with multiple systems
- Utilise psychometric tests competently
- Identify, provide and promote appropriate interventions / means of support for carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations and challenging behaviours
- Utilise appropriate clinical governance mechanisms within own work
- Use approved breakaway techniques
- Demonstrate effective keyboard skills
- Use multimedia materials for presentations in professional, academic and public settings
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
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Roseberry Park Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Roseberry Park Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3AF
United Kingdom
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Mental Health Practitioner - Urgent Mental Health - HTT
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431508
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 6 month fixed term, full time Mental Health Practitioner to be part of our First Response Services based within our Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team, Congleton.
The successful applicant will be given the opportunity to work across Urgent Care Mental Health First Response Services, which will include Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Teams, Liaison Services, Street Triage Services, Liaison and Diversion Services and the Crisis Line.
Main duties of the job
The role of a Practitioner is to work within a multi-disciplinary team, providing a comprehensive assessment of people presenting in crisis. You will undertake detailed assessments of people's needs and use your clinical skills and knowledge to provide intervention and treatment.
The post holder will be expected to work as part of the Urgent Care Mental Health First Response Service which includes Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Teams, Liaison Services, Street Triage Services, Liaison and Diversion Services and the Crisis Line.
About us
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.
We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport.
Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
373-SMH2710-B RR
Job locations
Congleton Library
Market Square
Congleton
CW12 1ET
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised qualification in mental health - RMN, AHP, Social Care (AMHPs)
Desirable
- Evidence of further professional development involving serious mental illness.
- Willingness to undertake and complete nurse prescribing certificate.
- Non-medical Prescribing certificate.
Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
- Knowledge and sensitivity to equal opportunities issues.
- Sound knowledge of current professional staff development and continuous service improvement issues, particularly in the context of ADHD and personality disorder services.
Desirable
- Information Management and Technology skills.
Experience
Essential
- A good amount of post registration experience or demonstrated competencies through Personal Development Plan.
Desirable
- Multi-disciplinary team work.
Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised qualification in mental health - RMN, AHP, Social Care (AMHPs)
Desirable
- Evidence of further professional development involving serious mental illness.
- Willingness to undertake and complete nurse prescribing certificate.
- Non-medical Prescribing certificate.
Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
- Knowledge and sensitivity to equal opportunities issues.
- Sound knowledge of current professional staff development and continuous service improvement issues, particularly in the context of ADHD and personality disorder services.
Desirable
- Information Management and Technology skills.
Experience
Essential
- A good amount of post registration experience or demonstrated competencies through Personal Development Plan.
Desirable
- Multi-disciplinary team work.
Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)
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
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Congleton Library
Market Square
Congleton
CW12 1ET
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Congleton Library
Market Square
Congleton
CW12 1ET
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Specialty Doctor - Community Mental Health Service x 2 posts
Livewell Southwest View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431501
Job summary
We are excited to offer an opportunity for two outstanding Specialty Doctors to join the medical team of Consultants and Specialty Doctors in our Community Mental Health Service (CMHS).
Main duties of the job
You will be forward thinking and able to manage your caseload expertly by ensuring regular assessment and reviews alongside primary care colleagues. You will be encouraged to work closely with the Consultant and Operational Staff to ensure smooth functioning of the service but also to ensure a high standard quality of care for those patients on your caseload. You will have the opportunity to develop psychotherapeutic skills and there are extended opportunities for experience in training in family interventions and CBT.
About us
LSW employs a number of SAS Doctors and wishes to provide a working environment that recognises their diversity, commitment and contribution to not just patient care, but also to the multidisciplinary team. In order to deliver on this aspiration, LSW has formally adopted the recommendations of the Charter for Staff and Associate Specialist and Specialty Doctors that was first published in 2014 as a joint production by the BMA, Academy of Medical Royal Colleges, HEE and NHS Employers. As a SAS Doctor at LSW, you will have the opportunity to be involved in the weekly teaching of junior doctors, in monthly peer group meetings, and the Specialty Doctor Committee. With a highly experienced and empathetic Medical Staffing Department, we also have a track record of supporting our SAS doctors to gain CESR accreditation.
We want your enthusiasm, ideas and commitment. As a social enterprise, we have the flexibility to do things differently. You can help tailor this post to your skills and interests - please contact Dr Fiona Kinnarney (Medical Lead) or Teresa Barrett, Medical Workforce Manager at [email protected] to explore this post in more detail.
It is planned that interviews will take place on 30th November 2026.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£63,696 to £102,689 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
B9832-2026-MD-365
Job locations
200 Mount Gould Road
Mount Gould
Plymouth
Devon
PL4 7PY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Specialty Doctor CMHS job description for full duties and further description of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Specialty Doctor CMHS job description for full duties and further description of the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Four years full-time postgraduate training or equivalent, at least two in specialty training relevant to the post or is able to demonstrate equivalent experience or competencies.
- Knowledge of current mental health legislation.
- Ability to interview and assess patients and write comprehensive, clear medical notes.
- Ability to manage potentially violent and disturbed patients.
- Ability to form good working relationships within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Willingness to undertake work in a clinic and community setting.
- Ability to apply evidence based approach to management of clinical problems.
- Ability to communicate with patients and staff, both orally and in writing, to a high standard
- Computer and IT skills
- Reliability.
- Excellent team working skills.
- Caring attitude to patient and relatives.
- Contribute to efficient running of the service.
- Contribute to department management.
- Sensitivity to the importance of considering users view in individual treatment plans and also service development.
- Ability to access transport to undertake duties as appropriate.
- Good time keeping.
- Ability to deal with stressful situations and emergency care.
Desirable
- Three years psychiatric training in a specialty training programme.
- Prior experience of working in Community Mental Health Teams.
- Interest/experience in research/audit
- Ability to maintain and build relationships across multiple physical and organisational boundaries
- Ability to motivate a multidisciplinary team
- Practical experience of Care Programme Approach.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent qualification
- Full registration with GMC with a licence to practice.
Desirable
- Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
- Higher degree.
- Eligible for Section 12 Approval.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Four years full-time postgraduate training or equivalent, at least two in specialty training relevant to the post or is able to demonstrate equivalent experience or competencies.
- Knowledge of current mental health legislation.
- Ability to interview and assess patients and write comprehensive, clear medical notes.
- Ability to manage potentially violent and disturbed patients.
- Ability to form good working relationships within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Willingness to undertake work in a clinic and community setting.
- Ability to apply evidence based approach to management of clinical problems.
- Ability to communicate with patients and staff, both orally and in writing, to a high standard
- Computer and IT skills
- Reliability.
- Excellent team working skills.
- Caring attitude to patient and relatives.
- Contribute to efficient running of the service.
- Contribute to department management.
- Sensitivity to the importance of considering users view in individual treatment plans and also service development.
- Ability to access transport to undertake duties as appropriate.
- Good time keeping.
- Ability to deal with stressful situations and emergency care.
Desirable
- Three years psychiatric training in a specialty training programme.
- Prior experience of working in Community Mental Health Teams.
- Interest/experience in research/audit
- Ability to maintain and build relationships across multiple physical and organisational boundaries
- Ability to motivate a multidisciplinary team
- Practical experience of Care Programme Approach.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent qualification
- Full registration with GMC with a licence to practice.
Desirable
- Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
- Higher degree.
- Eligible for Section 12 Approval.
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.
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.
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
Livewell Southwest
Address
200 Mount Gould Road
Mount Gould
Plymouth
Devon
PL4 7PY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Livewell Southwest
Address
200 Mount Gould Road
Mount Gould
Plymouth
Devon
PL4 7PY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Dental Educator (Quality Improvement)
Health Education and Improvement Wales View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431474
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Dental Postgraduate Deanery at HEIW for an enthusiastic and motivated Dental Educator (Quality Improvement) to join our Quality Improvement team.
Working within HEIW's quality assurance framework, the successful candidate will play a key role in developing and delivering high-quality educational initiatives and resources that support quality improvement across the dental workforce in South East Wales. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the continuous improvement of patient care and professional practice through education and workforce development.
The post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Quality Improvement team and wider Dental Deanery, contributing to a range of programmes and projects, sharing expertise, and supporting the achievement of team objectives and priorities.
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about education, quality improvement and professional development, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders across the dental profession.
Please note that regular travel across South East Wales will be required as part of this role.
The application will be appointed on either the GP Educator Scale GP01 (Trac ID: 8201660) or Agenda for Change Band 7 (Trac ID: 8360595). Applicants are only required to submit one application depending on contract type.
Main duties of the job
Working within the quality assurance framework, the role holder will be required to commission, develop, and deliver a variety of quality improvement educational initiatives and resources, to support the whole of the dental workforce within the specified Health Board area.
Responsible for the planning, delivery and assessment of a range of Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives to the dental workforce Provide relevant educational support and advice on QI to dental teams, Health Board dental leaders, and any other relevant stakeholders
Work independently and autonomously and demonstrate contemporary knowledge and understanding of both local and national policy, regulations, and guidance in relation to professional development and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for the dental workforce
Work with other QI Dental Educators to design and deliver new QI initiatives as required to support the dental profession across Wales
About us
Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is the strategic workforce body for NHS Wales with statutory functions that include education and training, workforce planning, workforce development and transformation, leadership and succession planning, and careers. Our purpose is to develop a workforce that delivers excellent care to patients/service users and excellent population health. We are a Special Health Authority working closely with our partners; Social Care Wales, education providers, professional and regulatory bodies and Welsh Government.
HEIW's is committed to developing an internal culture of choice. Our Values reflect our thoughts, feelings and beliefs in how we will, and will not, behave and treat others:
- Respect for All in every contact we have with others,
- Ideas that Improve: Harnessing creativity and continuously innovating, evaluating and improving,
- Together as a Team: Working with colleagues across NHS Wales and with partner organisations.
HEIW received the HPMA Award for Employee Engagement in 2019.
What you can expect:
- a corporate induction and 90 day Welcome itinerary,
- compassionate leadership,
- a meaningful values based performance appraisal process,
- the opportunity to impact upon health and social care services and the lives and wellbeing of the people of Wales.
Many of our colleagues and stakeholders have commented on the buzz and atmosphere we create by working together as "One HEIW Team". Do you want to join that team?
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£118,152 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
082-MD025-1026
Job locations
Ty Dysgu
Nantgarw
Cardiff
CF15 7QQ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Qualified dental professional, registered with the GDC
- Evidence of recent, relevant CPD
- Postgraduate qualification or equivalent specialist professional knowledge in relevant field
Experience
Essential
- Experience and understanding of Quality Improvement methodology
- Evidence and involvement of adult dental postgraduate education, theory, and practice
- Contemporary knowledge and/or experience in the General Dental Services
- Knowledge of the structure and working of the NHS dental services in Wales, and a broad understanding of the context for the rest of the UK
Desirable
- Experience of dental services in Wales
- Experience of organising educational events
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Possession of educational skills, particularly presentation, counselling, mentoring, motivational, and negotiation
- Able to demonstrate situations where effective leadership and management skills have been used
- Computer literate with a knowledge of modern educational technology that is used to support learning
- Ability to network effectively, and build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel across multiple geographical areas as required
- Able to work hours flexibly
- Commitment and motivation with ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
- Communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across the QI team, providing support to colleagues and contributing to the delivery of team objectives and workload requirements as necessary
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Qualified dental professional, registered with the GDC
- Evidence of recent, relevant CPD
- Postgraduate qualification or equivalent specialist professional knowledge in relevant field
Experience
Essential
- Experience and understanding of Quality Improvement methodology
- Evidence and involvement of adult dental postgraduate education, theory, and practice
- Contemporary knowledge and/or experience in the General Dental Services
- Knowledge of the structure and working of the NHS dental services in Wales, and a broad understanding of the context for the rest of the UK
Desirable
- Experience of dental services in Wales
- Experience of organising educational events
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Possession of educational skills, particularly presentation, counselling, mentoring, motivational, and negotiation
- Able to demonstrate situations where effective leadership and management skills have been used
- Computer literate with a knowledge of modern educational technology that is used to support learning
- Ability to network effectively, and build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel across multiple geographical areas as required
- Able to work hours flexibly
- Commitment and motivation with ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
- Communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across the QI team, providing support to colleagues and contributing to the delivery of team objectives and workload requirements as necessary
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards
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
Health Education and Improvement Wales
Address
Ty Dysgu
Nantgarw
Cardiff
CF15 7QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Health Education and Improvement Wales
Address
Ty Dysgu
Nantgarw
Cardiff
CF15 7QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431447
Job summary
Make a Real Difference to Older People in Sunderland
Are you a compassionate and motivated Registered Nursing Associate looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact on the lives of older people living with frailty and dementia?
Sunderland GP Alliance is seeking a dedicated Nursing Associate to join our Frailty Team, delivering holistic health checks and supporting some of the most vulnerable patients in our communities.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within an innovative multidisciplinary team, helping to identify health concerns early, improve patient outcomes, support carers and enable people to remain independent for longer.
Please note that if we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date.
Main duties of the job
As a Nursing Associate within our Dementia & Frailty Service, you will provide structured, person-centred health checks for patients living with frailty and dementia. Working closely with Advanced Nurse Practitioners, GPs, pharmacists and wider community services, you will play a key role in supporting proactive care and preventing avoidable deterioration.
You will manage a caseload of lower-risk frailty patients and undertake community-based assessments covering physical health, wellbeing, falls risk, nutrition, continence, medication adherence and overall quality of life.
This role provides the opportunity to build strong relationships with patients and carers whilst working as part of a supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team.
About us
Join an award-winning organisation. For the third consecutive year, Sunderland GP Alliance has been named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work and holds the Better Health at Work Gold Award with Continuing Excellence status. In addition, we offer 33 days' annual leave and a comprehensive range of employee benefits.
Sunderland GP Alliance is a not-for-profit collaboration of GP practices in Sunderland.
All GP Practices in Sunderland are members of the organisation, covering approximately 285,000 patients.
The Alliance also runs three practices: Monument Surgeries, South Hylton and New Silksworth.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£30,470.40 a year Pro-rata for part-time
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
1 years
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
U0012-26-0043
Job locations
North East BIC
Wearfield
Sunderland
Tyne and Wear
SR5 2TA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical assessment and care delivery
Deliver dementia holistic health checks using agreed clinical templates within EMIS.
Undertake physical health assessments including blood pressure, pulse, body mass index (BMI), falls risk, Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST) nutrition screening, pain and continence.
Carry out Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS) reviews and accurately record findings.
Undertake blood pressure, weight, urinalysis, non-urgent ECG and other agreed investigations, and venepuncture where trained and assessed as competent.
Monitor and document mental health status, including mood, behaviour and signs of delirium, escalating concerns promptly.
Identify risks related to medication, adherence and side effects and escalate appropriately.
Undertake falls and continence assessments and contribute to risk stratification, prevention interventions and management plans.
Caseload management and care coordination
Manage a caseload of lower-risk frailty patients previously assessed by the PCN frailty team, with diary and appointment support provided by that team.
Provide follow-up visits for lower-risk frail patients as directed by the frailty team, supporting care planning, treatment compliance and review.
Support medication reviews by checking compliance, adherence and the patient's understanding of medication changes.
Chase and follow up clinical results, investigations, outstanding tasks and care plans.
Monitor and follow up equipment requests and orders to ensure timely provision, and confirm that recommended equipment or adaptations are in place.
Support patients to access services and interventions, helping to ensure appointments are attended and not missed.
Make appropriate onward referrals and connect patients to appropriate services, including social prescribing and Age UK.
Safeguarding, consent and mental capacity
Recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns for adults at risk, escalating and reporting in line with local safeguarding policy and the postholder's level of safeguarding training.
Apply the principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, obtaining and recording valid consent and, where a patient lacks capacity, supporting best interests decision making and recognising when Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards may apply.
Undertake carer wellbeing conversations, provide signposting, and remain alert to carer strain and safeguarding indicators.
Communication and relationships
Document personalised care discussions ('what matters to me') and support advance and anticipatory care planning within scope in conjunction with the Frailty Practitioner team.
Communicate sensitively and effectively with vulnerable adults, families and carers, adjusting communication to individual needs.
Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussions and contribute to care planning.
Cope with occasional exposure to distressing and emotional situations while maintaining professionalism, compassion and resilience.
Information, recording and reporting
Ensure accurate, contemporaneous and timely data recording and reporting in line with EMIS templates and information governance requirements.
Maintain confidentiality and handle personal data in accordance with data protection legislation and local policy.
Professional responsibilities
Practise in accordance with the NMC Code and within the NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates, which form the ceiling of the role.
Maintain NMC registration, complete revalidation, and undertake preceptorship where newly qualified.
Escalate clinical concerns to the GP, pharmacist or frailty clinician without delay.
Undertake mandatory and role-specific training and participate in clinical supervision and appraisal.
Scope of Practice
Work within clearly defined protocols, competencies and delegated tasks agreed with the supervising registered clinician.
Do not diagnose conditions or prescribe medication.
Identify and escalate clinical concerns appropriately.
Work at all times within the NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates and the NMC Code.
Practice Responsibilities Contributes to the evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting with colleagues.Records data in patient records systems promptly and accurately and to agreed standards.
Ensures appropriate use of read codes.
Participates in the auditing of practice activity as required.
Responsible for health and safety of themselves and others and actively co-operates with Health and Safety Policies and procedures.
Processes and actions incoming patient and hospital correspondence.
Attends in-house meetings, significant event audit meetings and other meetings as deemed necessary.
Ensures that the practice complaints system is adhered to at all times.
Awareness and compliance with all relevant guidelines e.g. data protection, confidentiality and health and safety.
Maintain current CPR and anaphylaxis certification and child/adult safeguarding training in line with local policies.
Measures of Success
The following measures support appraisal and service monitoring. Individual objectives will be agreed through appraisal.
Completion of assigned health checks.
Compliance with EMIS documentation templates.
Frailty scoring completion.
Carer wellbeing assessments documented.
Timely escalation of clinical risks.
Training & Development
Fully participates in training and development
Engages in a programme of ongoing support and feedback to maximise the benefit of the training and development plan.
Travel
Ability and willingness to travel across multiple sites is essential for this role
Confidentiality
In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Alliance policies and procedures relating to confidentiality, and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Health & Safety
The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy to include:
Identifying the risk involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.
Using appropriate infection control procedures particularly those relating to needlestick injuries, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.
Ensuring that all accidents or dangerous accidents are reported and investigated, and follow up action taken where necessary.
Maintain training in line with local policies.
Equality and Diversity
The post-holder will support the quality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues to include:
Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with current legislation.
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgemental and respects their circumstances, feelings, priorities and rights.
Quality
The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:
Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.
Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhanced the teams performance.
Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.
Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.
Communication
The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
Communicate effectively with other team members.
Communicate effectively with patients and carers.
Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.
The employer is Sunderland GP Alliance and the post-holder is expected to comply with the Alliances employment policies and procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical assessment and care delivery
Deliver dementia holistic health checks using agreed clinical templates within EMIS.
Undertake physical health assessments including blood pressure, pulse, body mass index (BMI), falls risk, Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST) nutrition screening, pain and continence.
Carry out Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS) reviews and accurately record findings.
Undertake blood pressure, weight, urinalysis, non-urgent ECG and other agreed investigations, and venepuncture where trained and assessed as competent.
Monitor and document mental health status, including mood, behaviour and signs of delirium, escalating concerns promptly.
Identify risks related to medication, adherence and side effects and escalate appropriately.
Undertake falls and continence assessments and contribute to risk stratification, prevention interventions and management plans.
Caseload management and care coordination
Manage a caseload of lower-risk frailty patients previously assessed by the PCN frailty team, with diary and appointment support provided by that team.
Provide follow-up visits for lower-risk frail patients as directed by the frailty team, supporting care planning, treatment compliance and review.
Support medication reviews by checking compliance, adherence and the patient's understanding of medication changes.
Chase and follow up clinical results, investigations, outstanding tasks and care plans.
Monitor and follow up equipment requests and orders to ensure timely provision, and confirm that recommended equipment or adaptations are in place.
Support patients to access services and interventions, helping to ensure appointments are attended and not missed.
Make appropriate onward referrals and connect patients to appropriate services, including social prescribing and Age UK.
Safeguarding, consent and mental capacity
Recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns for adults at risk, escalating and reporting in line with local safeguarding policy and the postholder's level of safeguarding training.
Apply the principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, obtaining and recording valid consent and, where a patient lacks capacity, supporting best interests decision making and recognising when Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards may apply.
Undertake carer wellbeing conversations, provide signposting, and remain alert to carer strain and safeguarding indicators.
Communication and relationships
Document personalised care discussions ('what matters to me') and support advance and anticipatory care planning within scope in conjunction with the Frailty Practitioner team.
Communicate sensitively and effectively with vulnerable adults, families and carers, adjusting communication to individual needs.
Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussions and contribute to care planning.
Cope with occasional exposure to distressing and emotional situations while maintaining professionalism, compassion and resilience.
Information, recording and reporting
Ensure accurate, contemporaneous and timely data recording and reporting in line with EMIS templates and information governance requirements.
Maintain confidentiality and handle personal data in accordance with data protection legislation and local policy.
Professional responsibilities
Practise in accordance with the NMC Code and within the NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates, which form the ceiling of the role.
Maintain NMC registration, complete revalidation, and undertake preceptorship where newly qualified.
Escalate clinical concerns to the GP, pharmacist or frailty clinician without delay.
Undertake mandatory and role-specific training and participate in clinical supervision and appraisal.
Scope of Practice
Work within clearly defined protocols, competencies and delegated tasks agreed with the supervising registered clinician.
Do not diagnose conditions or prescribe medication.
Identify and escalate clinical concerns appropriately.
Work at all times within the NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates and the NMC Code.
Practice Responsibilities Contributes to the evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting with colleagues.Records data in patient records systems promptly and accurately and to agreed standards.
Ensures appropriate use of read codes.
Participates in the auditing of practice activity as required.
Responsible for health and safety of themselves and others and actively co-operates with Health and Safety Policies and procedures.
Processes and actions incoming patient and hospital correspondence.
Attends in-house meetings, significant event audit meetings and other meetings as deemed necessary.
Ensures that the practice complaints system is adhered to at all times.
Awareness and compliance with all relevant guidelines e.g. data protection, confidentiality and health and safety.
Maintain current CPR and anaphylaxis certification and child/adult safeguarding training in line with local policies.
Measures of Success
The following measures support appraisal and service monitoring. Individual objectives will be agreed through appraisal.
Completion of assigned health checks.
Compliance with EMIS documentation templates.
Frailty scoring completion.
Carer wellbeing assessments documented.
Timely escalation of clinical risks.
Training & Development
Fully participates in training and development
Engages in a programme of ongoing support and feedback to maximise the benefit of the training and development plan.
Travel
Ability and willingness to travel across multiple sites is essential for this role
Confidentiality
In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Alliance policies and procedures relating to confidentiality, and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Health & Safety
The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy to include:
Identifying the risk involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.
Using appropriate infection control procedures particularly those relating to needlestick injuries, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.
Ensuring that all accidents or dangerous accidents are reported and investigated, and follow up action taken where necessary.
Maintain training in line with local policies.
Equality and Diversity
The post-holder will support the quality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues to include:
Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with current legislation.
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgemental and respects their circumstances, feelings, priorities and rights.
Quality
The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:
Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.
Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhanced the teams performance.
Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.
Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.
Communication
The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
Communicate effectively with other team members.
Communicate effectively with patients and carers.
Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.
The employer is Sunderland GP Alliance and the post-holder is expected to comply with the Alliances employment policies and procedures.
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory Standard/Enhanced DBS check
- The postholder must be able to travel reliably and independently between multiple sites
Motivation and Skills
Essential
- Compassionate, person-centred and resilient
- Effective team worker within an MDT
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Associate Foundation Degree or equivalent
- Current NMC registration as a Nursing Associate
- Completion of, or willingness to complete, training in dementia care and frailty assessment.
- Safeguarding adults training to the level required for the role.
Desirable
- Recognised training in dementia care
- Recognised training in frailty assessment
Experience
Essential
- Experience of delivering clinical observations and health checks
- Experience of working with older or vulnerable adults
- Understanding of dementia and frailty and their impact on patients and carers.
- Competence in clinical observations and health checks.
- Communication skills for working with vulnerable adults and carers.
- Ability to recognise deterioration and escalate concerns.
- Working knowledge of safeguarding adults and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- IT skills, including EMIS or similar clinical systems.
Desirable
- Experience in primary care, community or frailty settings
- Experience of caseload or follow-up working
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory Standard/Enhanced DBS check
- The postholder must be able to travel reliably and independently between multiple sites
Motivation and Skills
Essential
- Compassionate, person-centred and resilient
- Effective team worker within an MDT
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Associate Foundation Degree or equivalent
- Current NMC registration as a Nursing Associate
- Completion of, or willingness to complete, training in dementia care and frailty assessment.
- Safeguarding adults training to the level required for the role.
Desirable
- Recognised training in dementia care
- Recognised training in frailty assessment
Experience
Essential
- Experience of delivering clinical observations and health checks
- Experience of working with older or vulnerable adults
- Understanding of dementia and frailty and their impact on patients and carers.
- Competence in clinical observations and health checks.
- Communication skills for working with vulnerable adults and carers.
- Ability to recognise deterioration and escalate concerns.
- Working knowledge of safeguarding adults and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- IT skills, including EMIS or similar clinical systems.
Desirable
- Experience in primary care, community or frailty settings
- Experience of caseload or follow-up working
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.
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.
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
Sunderland GP Alliance
Address
North East BIC
Wearfield
Sunderland
Tyne and Wear
SR5 2TA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sunderlandgpalliance.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Sunderland GP Alliance
Address
North East BIC
Wearfield
Sunderland
Tyne and Wear
SR5 2TA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sunderlandgpalliance.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Band 7/ 8a Clinical Psychologist
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431446
Job summary
This post represents an exciting opportunity to join a Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) serving adults across West Norfolk based at Chatterton House in Kings Lynn. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide psychological assessment, formulation, consultation and intervention for adults presenting with a wide range of mental health difficulties. The team has expertise in a wide range of therapist including CBT, CAT, EMDR, DBT, Art Therapy and Lifespan Integration. The role offers opportunities to work closely with colleagues across the wider pathway, supporting the delivery of high-quality, psychologically informed care and contributing to the continued development of services for adults with complex and enduring mental health needs.
This post would suit a qualified or newly qualified Clinical Psychologist seeking to further develop their skills in adult mental health, multidisciplinary working and service development. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about delivering high-quality psychological care, confident in using research evidence and national guidance to inform clinical practice, and committed to improving outcomes and experiences for service users and carers.
For newly qualified psychologists, we can offer a comprehensive programme of support, including regular supervision, opportunities to develop skills in consultation and reflective practice, and access to relevant training.
Main duties of the job
Provide specialist psychological leadership within the Community Mental Health Team (CMHT), promoting psychologically informed and trauma-informed approaches to care across the service
Offer consultation, supervision, reflective practice and psychological advice to multidisciplinary colleagues to support effective assessment, formulation and intervention for adults with complex mental health needs.
Deliver specialist psychological assessments, formulations and evidence-based interventions for adults presenting with a wide range of mental health difficulties, including those with complex and enduring mental health problems.
Lead and support psychologically informed approaches to formulation, risk assessment and risk management, working collaboratively with service users, carers and professional networks.
Contribute to the development and delivery of training that supports best practice, promotes trauma-informed and neurodiversity-informed care, and enhances the psychological skills of the wider workforce.
Work closely with colleagues across secondary care, primary care and voluntary sector partners to ensure joined-up care and improved outcomes for service users.
Support the collection, evaluation and use of outcome measures, audit findings and service data to improve the quality and effectiveness of psychological services.
Provide clinical placements, mentorship and supervision for trainee psychologists and other colleagues as appropriate, supporting workforce development.
About us
Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.
Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.
Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year gross per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
246-WSN8288211-A
Job locations
Chatterton House
Goodwins Road
Kings Lynn
PE30 5PD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Some of the benefits you can expect:
- NHS pension
- a comprehensive in house & external training programmes
- career progression
- starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays)
- staff physio service
- NHS discounts and many more.
Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs
Interviews are yet to be confirmed, and candidates may only be given a minimum of 3 days notice. You will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Some of the benefits you can expect:
- NHS pension
- a comprehensive in house & external training programmes
- career progression
- starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays)
- staff physio service
- NHS discounts and many more.
Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs
Interviews are yet to be confirmed, and candidates may only be given a minimum of 3 days notice. You will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Post-graduate degree (or its equivalent if trained prior to 1996) in clinical psychology or counselling, accredited by BPS
- Supervisor training, to be a supervisor of doctoral programme clinical/counselling psychology trainees or willing to undertake training
- Registered (or in process of registering) as a practitioner psychologist with the Health Professions Council (HPC)
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice
- Theory and practice of specialised psychological interventions (assessment and / or therapiest)
Relevant experience
Essential
- Experience working as a qualified clinical/counselling psychologist (Band 7) or as a trainee Clinical Psychologist
- Experience of working with a wide variety and severity of client groups & clinical problems, in various settings, including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems.
- Experience of working with a range of complex and challenging behaviours and exercising full clinical responsibility for psychological treatment.
Skills
Essential
- Skilled in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management.
- Well -developed communications skills (oral and written)
- Skills in neuropsychological assessment.
Knowledge
Essential
- Doctor level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis.
- Knowledge of mental health legislation within specialist clinical context.
Other
Essential
- Able to identify, provide and promote appropriate support strategies to carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations and challenging behaviours.
- Able to use multi-media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic settings.
- Ability to travel independently
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Post-graduate degree (or its equivalent if trained prior to 1996) in clinical psychology or counselling, accredited by BPS
- Supervisor training, to be a supervisor of doctoral programme clinical/counselling psychology trainees or willing to undertake training
- Registered (or in process of registering) as a practitioner psychologist with the Health Professions Council (HPC)
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice
- Theory and practice of specialised psychological interventions (assessment and / or therapiest)
Relevant experience
Essential
- Experience working as a qualified clinical/counselling psychologist (Band 7) or as a trainee Clinical Psychologist
- Experience of working with a wide variety and severity of client groups & clinical problems, in various settings, including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems.
- Experience of working with a range of complex and challenging behaviours and exercising full clinical responsibility for psychological treatment.
Skills
Essential
- Skilled in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management.
- Well -developed communications skills (oral and written)
- Skills in neuropsychological assessment.
Knowledge
Essential
- Doctor level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis.
- Knowledge of mental health legislation within specialist clinical context.
Other
Essential
- Able to identify, provide and promote appropriate support strategies to carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations and challenging behaviours.
- Able to use multi-media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic settings.
- Ability to travel independently
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
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Address
Chatterton House
Goodwins Road
Kings Lynn
PE30 5PD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Address
Chatterton House
Goodwins Road
Kings Lynn
PE30 5PD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431432
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Mental Health Practitioner to join the Ealing Early Intervention Service on a fixed-term basis.
Ealing EIS is a dynamic, multidisciplinary community mental health team providing specialist assessment and treatment for young people experiencing a first episode of psychosis. We are passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based, recovery-focused care that promotes hope, social inclusion and positive outcomes for service users and their families.
We are seeking a skilled practitioner who is committed to person-centred care and who thrives within a collaborative and supportive team environment.
This post is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide cover during a period of secondment. Internal applicants may be considered on a secondment basis subject to agreement from their substantive manager.
Main duties of the job
As a Mental Health Practitioner, you will:
- Manage a caseload of service users experiencing a first episode of psychosis.
- Undertake comprehensive assessments, risk assessments and care planning.
- Deliver evidence-based interventions in line with Early Intervention in Psychosis standards.
- Work collaboratively with families, carers and partner agencies to support recovery.
- Contribute to physical health monitoring and holistic care planning.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and service development initiatives.
- Provide crisis management and risk management as required.
- Support service users with education, employment and social recovery goals.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical records and contribute to performance targets.
About us
Ealing Early Intervention Service is a committed and innovative team that values compassion, inclusion and continuous improvement. We take pride in supporting staff development and fostering a positive team culture where learning and professional growth are encouraged.
As part of our service, you will receive:
- Regular clinical and managerial supervision.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Supportive multidisciplinary working.
- Experience within a nationally recognised Early Intervention in Psychosis model.
- Access to quality improvement and service development projects.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£45,953 to £54,254 a year Per annum inc HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
222-EAL-133
Job locations
Cherington House
Cherington Road
London
W7 3HL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of mental health disorders and relationship to physical disorders
- Mental health issues within diverse communities
- The Early Intervention in Psychosis model, ethos and practice
- Safeguarding policies and procedure
- Evidence -based interventions for First Episode Psychosis
- Trauma Informed approaches to care
- The principles of recovery, positive risk taking and strength-based approaches to care.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified RMN/OT/SW with current professional registration
- Evidence of relevant continuous professional development
Desirable
- CBT qualification
- Family Interventions Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Post-qualification experience in mental health; working with individuals with acute and complex needs
- Experience of supervising staff within own and/or other disciplines.
- Working in partnership with other agencies
- Experience of working in a community mh setting
- MDT working
Desirable
- Working with people with psychosis
- CAMHS and/or CYP experience
- Care co-ordination and care planning within CPA in the community.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of mental health disorders and relationship to physical disorders
- Mental health issues within diverse communities
- The Early Intervention in Psychosis model, ethos and practice
- Safeguarding policies and procedure
- Evidence -based interventions for First Episode Psychosis
- Trauma Informed approaches to care
- The principles of recovery, positive risk taking and strength-based approaches to care.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified RMN/OT/SW with current professional registration
- Evidence of relevant continuous professional development
Desirable
- CBT qualification
- Family Interventions Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Post-qualification experience in mental health; working with individuals with acute and complex needs
- Experience of supervising staff within own and/or other disciplines.
- Working in partnership with other agencies
- Experience of working in a community mh setting
- MDT working
Desirable
- Working with people with psychosis
- CAMHS and/or CYP experience
- Care co-ordination and care planning within CPA in the community.
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
West London NHS Trust
Address
Cherington House
Cherington Road
London
W7 3HL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
West London NHS Trust
Address
Cherington House
Cherington Road
London
W7 3HL
United Kingdom
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Integrated Mental Health Practitioner – Primary Care
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431341
Job summary
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated mental health professional to join our Primary Care Network (PCN) Mental Health Team. Working closely with GP practices, primary care colleagues, community services and partner organisations, you will support adults experiencing mental ill health to improve their wellbeing, recovery and quality of life.
The successful candidate will undertake comprehensive mental health assessments, identify individuals' holistic needs and provide time-limited therapeutic interventions within primary care settings. You will manage your own caseload, act as lead professional for allocated patients, and work under the supervision of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner. The role also involves providing clinical advice and consultation to colleagues across health, social care, voluntary and statutory services, while promoting social inclusion, community engagement and positive outcomes for service users.
This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people's lives while working within a supportive, multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality mental health care.
Main duties of the job
To improve the lives of people with mental ill health by minimising the impact of theircondition through the delivery of excellent services to promote recovery and wellbeing? To be compassionate in meeting the needs of patients and their cares? To work closely with Primary Care and Community health care colleagues within thelocality regarding the mental health needs of their adult practice population? Under the supervision of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Team Manager to beprofessionally accountable and responsible for patient care.? Undertaking initial assessment and identifying patient's holistic needs. This may be byworking in collaboration with other appropriate services or by providing time-limitedtherapeutic interventions directly within a primary care setting or patient home. ? To carry own caseload and act as lead professional under the supervision of theAdvanced nurse practitioner/Team manager.? To promote social inclusion, community access and participation through the provisionof patient care? To provide clinical advise, consultation and support to other care providers withinprimary, secondary voluntary and statutory services as required? To promote at all times a positive image of people with mental ill health? To promote at all times a positive image of the Mental Health Service and PCN.
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.
Benefits
- 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
- Excellent pension of up to 14.5% 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
- Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
364-B-529
Job locations
Reunion House
Clacton
CO15 1JA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Promote and maintain safety, privacy and dignity of all patients in the delivery of patientcentered care, recognizing and respecting differences including spiritual and culturalbeliefs Act, wherever applicable, in accordance with the Mental Health Act, Mental CapacityAct and associated policies and procedures Responsible for recognising the potential for or signs of patient self-harm, abuse orneglect, including poor clinical practice reporting all such concerns and taking allreasonable steps to protect the patient. Responsible for identifying and reportingconcerns regarding the safeguarding of children who may be at risk Responsible for ensuring the highest professional standards and attitudes towards thecare of patients are maintained and that care is delivered in accordance with evidencebased practice at all times. Patients have a range of mental health conditions of mildto moderate severity (including issues relating to child abuse), they may have difficultfamily situations and may demonstrate behaviors that challenge at initial assessment,or as a result of unexpected changes during program of therapy Undertake a comprehensive initial assessment of referred patients, including thosewith complex needs and use clinical judgement and analysis to sign post to appropriateservices, or to retain within the primary care mental health service for time-limitedtherapy Support patients and their families / carers in the community, providing advice andliaising with other support services to co-ordinate individual support packages Provides clinical advice and consultation on complex issues to other members of theclinical team and staff from other disciplines and agencies Under the supervision of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Team Manager haveresponsibility for own caseload of patients and takes responsibility as lead professionalas appropriate. Develop, implement and evaluate intervention / care plans as part ofthe multi-disciplinary team, statutory and non-statutory agencies and with theinvolvement of the patient and where appropriate, their carer or family Ensure that intervention / care plans are based on current risk assessment evidencebased practice, critical thinking and whole system support requirements that takeaccount of relevant physical, social, cultural, psychological, spiritual, generic andenvironmental factors
Job description Job responsibilities Promote and maintain safety, privacy and dignity of all patients in the delivery of patientcentered care, recognizing and respecting differences including spiritual and culturalbeliefs Act, wherever applicable, in accordance with the Mental Health Act, Mental CapacityAct and associated policies and procedures Responsible for recognising the potential for or signs of patient self-harm, abuse orneglect, including poor clinical practice reporting all such concerns and taking allreasonable steps to protect the patient. Responsible for identifying and reportingconcerns regarding the safeguarding of children who may be at risk Responsible for ensuring the highest professional standards and attitudes towards thecare of patients are maintained and that care is delivered in accordance with evidencebased practice at all times. Patients have a range of mental health conditions of mildto moderate severity (including issues relating to child abuse), they may have difficultfamily situations and may demonstrate behaviors that challenge at initial assessment,or as a result of unexpected changes during program of therapy Undertake a comprehensive initial assessment of referred patients, including thosewith complex needs and use clinical judgement and analysis to sign post to appropriateservices, or to retain within the primary care mental health service for time-limitedtherapy Support patients and their families / carers in the community, providing advice andliaising with other support services to co-ordinate individual support packages Provides clinical advice and consultation on complex issues to other members of theclinical team and staff from other disciplines and agencies Under the supervision of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Team Manager haveresponsibility for own caseload of patients and takes responsibility as lead professionalas appropriate. Develop, implement and evaluate intervention / care plans as part ofthe multi-disciplinary team, statutory and non-statutory agencies and with theinvolvement of the patient and where appropriate, their carer or family Ensure that intervention / care plans are based on current risk assessment evidencebased practice, critical thinking and whole system support requirements that takeaccount of relevant physical, social, cultural, psychological, spiritual, generic andenvironmental factors
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification in mental health or equivalent.
Desirable
- Evidence of specialist study / qualifications
Work Experience & Attainments
Essential
- Varied clinical experience in a range of Mental Health Services (or other relevant health/social care settings)
Desirable
- Responding and resolving complaints at local level
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional qualification in mental health or equivalent. Desirable Evidence of specialist study / qualifications Work Experience & Attainments Essential Varied clinical experience in a range of Mental Health Services (or other relevant health/social care settings) Desirable Responding and resolving complaints at local level
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
Reunion House
Clacton
CO15 1JA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Reunion House
Clacton
CO15 1JA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431327
Job summary
Are you a Qualified Mental Health Professional looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a team that will help you to develop and achieve your goals? Oldham Liaison mental health is recruiting for a senior mental health liaison practitioner
You'll join an innovating team thriving to provide a high-quality service, ensuring patients receive a comprehensive assessment, onward referral and safety netted when the attend A&E in a mental health crisis, admitted on the wards or detained on S136.
Working in the LMHT you will receive all age referrals from A&E, hospital wards or section 136 from the police. Referrals will be assessed, and care planned for admission, discharge and signpost to services that can meet the needs of the individual. For service users presenting with symptoms of a severe and enduring illness, and/or risks to self or others, you will complete a comprehensive mental health assessment and risk assessment to ensure that risks are managed and on-going supported is provided.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties and Responsibilities. this is not exhaustive? Work as part of the multi-disciplinary Mental Health Liaison team to deliver an effective and efficient response to referrals from the acute trust, providing clinical assessments and interventions focusing on relapse prevention, early discharge and improved quality of life for patients referred.? Be expected to undertake mental health assessments for people attending the Emergency Department, offering highly developed clinical and risk assessments and managements plans? Provide a service to the wards within the general hospital, assessing individualswith a range of complex physical and mental health needs. This would include both functional and organic illnesses of later life in addition to younger people? Provide support and training to acute hospital staff regarding recognising mental health conditions and appropriate management and onward referral pathways? Provide information and clinical support to police and ambulance staff in order to help them make appropriate pathway decisions? Provide support and care for individuals brought to an identified Place of Safety under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act and co-ordinate the assessment process.
About us
Oldham Liaison Mental Health is leading the way in delivering high quality, safe, effective and evidence based best practice assessments and support for patients in A&E and on medical wards. The team is currently working towards getting accredited by The Psychiatric Liaison Accreditation Network.
You will be joining a team of experience practitioners willing to support your learning and development needs, offering flexibility for work life balance and with a strong desire to maintain staff wellbeing.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
311-O771-26
Job locations
Royal Oldham Hospital
Forest House
Oldham
OL1 2JH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is not exhaustive To have the ability to recognise and work within your own limitations and raise any concerns to senior staff To be able to prioritise workload, completing the necessary tasks within the available time To participate in service planning, evaluation and development To comply with Trust Uniform Policy including the principle of bare below the elbows In the absence of the clinical lead, act as shift co-ordinator and take responsibility or referral triaging and management, planning and allocating the workload on a day to day basis. To deal appropriately with clinical incidents, complaints etc from patients,relatives and members of the public, via line manager, in accordance with Trust policy
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is not exhaustive To have the ability to recognise and work within your own limitations and raise any concerns to senior staff To be able to prioritise workload, completing the necessary tasks within the available time To participate in service planning, evaluation and development To comply with Trust Uniform Policy including the principle of bare below the elbows In the absence of the clinical lead, act as shift co-ordinator and take responsibility or referral triaging and management, planning and allocating the workload on a day to day basis. To deal appropriately with clinical incidents, complaints etc from patients,relatives and members of the public, via line manager, in accordance with Trust policy
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Professional registration in health or social care with up to date accreditation
Desirable
- Additional training relevant to the role
- Experience in risk assessment
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of national legislation (including MHA and MCA), guidelines and evidence based practice relevant to role.
- Knowledge of risk assessment and holistic assessment practices
Desirable
- Knowledge of liaison role with A&E department and medical wards, common issues and presentations
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Experience using holistic assessment approaches and complex risk management
- Excellent organisational, problem solving/prioritisation skills and able to work in a time pressured manner.
Desirable
- Leadership skills/Abilities
work related circumsyances
Essential
- Flexible working across division if necessary
- To be able to work a range of shifts over a 24 hour, 7 day period on a rotation basis
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Professional registration in health or social care with up to date accreditation
Desirable
- Additional training relevant to the role
- Experience in risk assessment
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of national legislation (including MHA and MCA), guidelines and evidence based practice relevant to role.
- Knowledge of risk assessment and holistic assessment practices
Desirable
- Knowledge of liaison role with A&E department and medical wards, common issues and presentations
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Experience using holistic assessment approaches and complex risk management
- Excellent organisational, problem solving/prioritisation skills and able to work in a time pressured manner.
Desirable
- Leadership skills/Abilities
work related circumsyances
Essential
- Flexible working across division if necessary
- To be able to work a range of shifts over a 24 hour, 7 day period on a rotation basis
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
Pennine Care NHS FT
Address
Royal Oldham Hospital
Forest House
Oldham
OL1 2JH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Pennine Care NHS FT
Address
Royal Oldham Hospital
Forest House
Oldham
OL1 2JH
United Kingdom
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2431323
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Community Mental Health Practitioner looking to join a great team, providing specialist mental health care to the population of Stockport. The Secondary Care CMHT support residents with severe and enduring mental health conditions. population we serve.
This an exciting time for Stockport CMHT. We are currently undergoing a transformation within our service as part of the National Transformations of community services and the local Living Well developments. It is an opportunity to be part of our service development, with planned investment in our staff and new role development.
The CMHT work with people aged 16 and over with severe and enduring mental health and social care needs.
Mental Health Practitioners are responsible for providing holistic assessment, interventions, risk assessments and care plans for people on their caseload. As a nurse in the team. You will be responsible for administering depot medication for people who are unable to attend the depot clinic.
Main duties of the job
To act as the community Mental Health Practitioner and key worker responsible for the care of an identified group of clients, being part of a service that is committed to recovery and social inclusion.To provide supervision to an identified group of staff and students on placement with the team.
Please see Job Description for main details of the job in more detail.
About us
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
- Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance
- Access to Continued Professional Development
- Involvement in improvement and research activities
- Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
- Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per anum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
311-S789-26-A
Job locations
CMHT West
243 Councillor Lane
Cheadle
SK8 2JF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full range of duties and responsibilities is listed within the Job description and personal specification.
Application support -We recommend tailoring your application to each role you apply for, particularly your supporting information. This gives you the best chance of success. Your supporting information should clearly explain, with examples, how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role.
We are aware of the increase in AI being used for job applications. AI can be a useful tool to assist in writing your application, but these tools may not understand the context or requirements of the job you are applying for and using for all your application will not be a true reflection of your skills and experience. Relying on AI for your whole application can negatively impact on your chances of success throughout the recruitment process as you will be asked to provide evidence to support what you have written. Take the time to proofread your application to ensure you can evidence what you have submitted, whether this is by your experience or certificates
We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit thejobs events pageon our website.
Sponsorship Information -We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications.Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship.You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on thegovernment website.
After You Apply -Once your application is submitted, youll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.
If You're Offered the Role -If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. Youll receive a formal conditional offer via email
Pre-Employment Checks -To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line withNHS Employment Check Standards. These include:
- Identity verification
- Right to work check
- Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
- Professional registration and/or qualification check
- Occupational health assessment
- Employment history and reference validation
All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide theirHMRC employment historyto cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history andreferences.
If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on currentgovernment guidance.If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.
Once Checks Are Complete -
The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. Youll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.
Additional Information -
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.
If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 4100 as early as possible so we can support you.
Please note:
- We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.
- We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you have a disability or longterm health condition and need extra time or adjustments to complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible. We will ensure you are not disadvantaged where a reasonable adjustment is appropriate.
Job description Job responsibilities The full range of duties and responsibilities is listed within the Job description and personal specification. Application support -We recommend tailoring your application to each role you apply for, particularly your supporting information. This gives you the best chance of success. Your supporting information should clearly explain, with examples, how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We are aware of the increase in AI being used for job applications. AI can be a useful tool to assist in writing your application, but these tools may not understand the context or requirements of the job you are applying for and using for all your application will not be a true reflection of your skills and experience. Relying on AI for your whole application can negatively impact on your chances of success throughout the recruitment process as you will be asked to provide evidence to support what you have written. Take the time to proofread your application to ensure you can evidence what you have submitted, whether this is by your experience or certificates We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit thejobs events pageon our website. Sponsorship Information -We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications.Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship.You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on thegovernment website. After You Apply -Once your application is submitted, youll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email. If You're Offered the Role -If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. Youll receive a formal conditional offer via email Pre-Employment Checks -To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line withNHS Employment Check Standards. These include: Identity verification Right to work check Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role) Professional registration and/or qualification check Occupational health assessment Employment history and reference validation All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide theirHMRC employment historyto cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history andreferences. If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on currentgovernment guidance.If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn. Once Checks Are Complete - The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. Youll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions. Additional Information - We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve. If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 4100 as early as possible so we can support you. Please note: We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly. We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you have a disability or longterm health condition and need extra time or adjustments to complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible. We will ensure you are not disadvantaged where a reasonable adjustment is appropriate.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification Social Work / Mental Health Nursing / Occupational Therapy
- Registration with HCPC / NMC
- Experience in community mental health work
- Willingness to undertake further training relevant to the practitioner role resulting from legislative or service changes, as appropriate.
Desirable
- Evidence of post-basic qualification and training
- PSI Training
- MSLAP or equivalent Mentor training
Experience
Essential
- Working within Mental Health Law policies and procedures.
- Experience of supervision
- Experience in working with people with moderate to severe mental health needs
- Experience of MDT working
Desirable
- Experience of leading a team / 'acting up'.
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive knowledge / experience in social inclusion and recovery model of care.
- Knowledge of mental health legislation
Desirable
- Experience of managing or participating in change
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to and be responsible for management of a caseload
- Ability to work effectively as part of a MDT.
- Ability to supervise junior staff / students
- Effective time management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Recording relevant documentation to a professional standard.
- Ability to communicate informally and develop supportive relationships with clients, carers and other professionals
- Utilise the supervision process.
- Ability to value diversity and respond constructively to discriminatory behaviour
- IT Skills
Work Related Citcumstances
Essential
- Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
- Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
- Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential Professional qualification Social Work / Mental Health Nursing / Occupational Therapy Registration with HCPC / NMC Experience in community mental health work Willingness to undertake further training relevant to the practitioner role resulting from legislative or service changes, as appropriate. Desirable Evidence of post-basic qualification and training PSI Training MSLAP or equivalent Mentor training Experience Essential Working within Mental Health Law policies and procedures. Experience of supervision Experience in working with people with moderate to severe mental health needs Experience of MDT working Desirable Experience of leading a team / 'acting up'. Knowledge Essential Extensive knowledge / experience in social inclusion and recovery model of care. Knowledge of mental health legislation Desirable Experience of managing or participating in change Skills and Abilities Essential Ability to and be responsible for management of a caseload Ability to work effectively as part of a MDT. Ability to supervise junior staff / students Effective time management Excellent written and verbal communication skills Recording relevant documentation to a professional standard. Ability to communicate informally and develop supportive relationships with clients, carers and other professionals Utilise the supervision process. Ability to value diversity and respond constructively to discriminatory behaviour IT Skills Work Related Citcumstances Essential Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
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
Pennine Care NHS FT
Address
CMHT West
243 Councillor Lane
Cheadle
SK8 2JF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.penninecare.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Pennine Care NHS FT
Address
CMHT West
243 Councillor Lane
Cheadle
SK8 2JF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Clinical Psychologist
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2430957
Job summary
The CAMHS Disability Service is a well-established part of Community CAMHS and offers a wide range of care pathways (0-18 years; moderate to profound LD, ASD and ADHD as well as physical disabilities) including specialist therapeutic interventions, neurodevelopmental assessments with post-diagnostic support, MDT and group interventions, duty and initial assessments and brief, focused interventions for autism. Systemic and relational models form the basis for much of our work, alongside behavioural techniques and a variety of specialist, evidence based approaches. Referrals are diverse, reflecting our local community which we are proud to serve.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two band 7 part-time psychologists to work within the Social Communication Assessment Clinic (SCAC), focused on delivering high-quality autism assessments for children and young people aged 5-18.
We are aforward thinking, passionate team supporting children and young people with disability and their families.
If you are motivated and enthusiastic to work in CAMHS in the context of autism assessment in a multi diverse and partnership delivery model, within an outstanding NHS organisation, this is an ideal position to apply to.
Main duties of the job
o Deliver a high-quality autism assessment service to children and young people aged 5-18 and their families within SCAC, working within a multidisciplinary and multi-agency context and contributing to differential diagnosis and diagnostic formulation.
o Provide a flexible clinical service based on highly developed specialist psychological knowledge, doctoral training, ongoing CPD, regular clinical supervision and relevant experience in child and adolescent neurodevelopmental assessment.
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£58,133 to £65,261 a year p.a. inc. pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
18 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
293-CCS-0956
Job locations
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Homerton Row
London
E9 6SR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate Doctorate in Clinical or equivalent
- HCPC registration or equivalent
Desirable
- Relevant post-qualification training
- Training in recognised autism assessment tools
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Specialist autism assessment skills, including experience with recognised tools such as ADOS-2 and/or developmental diagnostic interviews
- High-level communication and facilitation skills with children, young people, parents/carers and professionals.
- o Ability to tailor complex information to a range of levels and work effectively with interpreters and advocates.
- o Ability to work sensitively with diverse communities and provide culturally competent care.
- o Ability to provide and receive highly complex and sensitive information in emotionally demanding
- Advanced skills in clinical assessment, formulation and differential diagnosis.
- o Strong IT, planning and organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing assessment demands and use of electronic records.
- o Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
- Ao Experience of complex neurodevelopmental and differential diagnostic assessment.
- o Experience supervising or supporting assistant/trainee psychologists.
- o Skills in teaching and consultation with professional groups.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children, young people and families within a child and adolescent mental health framework
- o Experience undertaking clinical assessment with children and young people.
- Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary and/or multi-agency settings.
- Experience working with children, young people and families from diverse communities.
Desirable
- Significant experience of autism assessment with children and young people aged 5-18.
- Experience working within a dedicated autism or neurodevelopmental assessment pathway.
- Experience contributing to service improvement, pathway flow or waiting-list reduction work.
- Experience of teaching, training or clinical supervision.
Knowledge
Essential
- Detailed knowledge of autism-specific assessment approaches and tools
- Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and relevant legislation.
- o High-level knowledge of child and adolescent development, psychological wellbeing and neurodevelopment.
- o Knowledge of relevant national policy and evidence-based practice relating to autism assessment in children and young people.
- o Understanding of differential and co-occurring presentations that may affect autism assessment.
Desirable
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
- Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Respectful and show commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Flexible and creative approach to work.
Qther Requirements
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
- Respectful including commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Accountable for own professional actions, following policy and professional guidelines
- Flexible and creative approach to work.
Desirable
- o Able to travel between sites within the community.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate Doctorate in Clinical or equivalent
- HCPC registration or equivalent
Desirable
- Relevant post-qualification training
- Training in recognised autism assessment tools
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Specialist autism assessment skills, including experience with recognised tools such as ADOS-2 and/or developmental diagnostic interviews
- High-level communication and facilitation skills with children, young people, parents/carers and professionals.
- o Ability to tailor complex information to a range of levels and work effectively with interpreters and advocates.
- o Ability to work sensitively with diverse communities and provide culturally competent care.
- o Ability to provide and receive highly complex and sensitive information in emotionally demanding
- Advanced skills in clinical assessment, formulation and differential diagnosis.
- o Strong IT, planning and organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing assessment demands and use of electronic records.
- o Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
- Ao Experience of complex neurodevelopmental and differential diagnostic assessment.
- o Experience supervising or supporting assistant/trainee psychologists.
- o Skills in teaching and consultation with professional groups.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children, young people and families within a child and adolescent mental health framework
- o Experience undertaking clinical assessment with children and young people.
- Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary and/or multi-agency settings.
- Experience working with children, young people and families from diverse communities.
Desirable
- Significant experience of autism assessment with children and young people aged 5-18.
- Experience working within a dedicated autism or neurodevelopmental assessment pathway.
- Experience contributing to service improvement, pathway flow or waiting-list reduction work.
- Experience of teaching, training or clinical supervision.
Knowledge
Essential
- Detailed knowledge of autism-specific assessment approaches and tools
- Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and relevant legislation.
- o High-level knowledge of child and adolescent development, psychological wellbeing and neurodevelopment.
- o Knowledge of relevant national policy and evidence-based practice relating to autism assessment in children and young people.
- o Understanding of differential and co-occurring presentations that may affect autism assessment.
Desirable
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
- Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Respectful and show commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Flexible and creative approach to work.
Qther Requirements
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
- Respectful including commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Accountable for own professional actions, following policy and professional guidelines
- Flexible and creative approach to work.
Desirable
- o Able to travel between sites within the community.
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
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Homerton Row
London
E9 6SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Homerton Row
London
E9 6SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Assistant Psychologist
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2430956
Job summary
The CAMHS Disability Service is a well-established part of Community CAMHS, and offers a wide range of care pathways (0-18 years; moderate to profound LD, ASD and ADHD as well as physical disabilities) including specialist therapeutic interventions, neurodevelopmental assessments with post-diagnostic support, MDT and group interventions, duty and initial assessments and brief, focused interventions for autism. Systemic and relational models form the basis for much of our work, alongside behavioural techniques and a variety of specialist, evidence based approaches. Referrals are diverse, reflecting our local community which we are proud to serve.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an assistant psychologist to join the CAMHS Disability Service at the Hackney Ark to co-ordinate diagnostic assessment clinics and complete supervised diagnostic assessments. We are aforward thinking, passionate team supporting children and young people with disability and their families.
If you are motivated and enthusiastic to work in CAMHS in the context of autism assessment in a multi diverse and partnership delivery model, within an outstanding NHS organisation, this is an ideal position to apply to.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
- Contribute to ASD ADHD assessments both with/with out LD
- Support and coordinate CAMHS clinics, plan and organise the group schedule in advance, utilising administration
- Support clinical work of qualified staff in relation to diagnostic assessment e.g. reports, outcome measures and group interventions, develop clinical resources
- Liaise closely with the designated Clinical Lead, MDT and Psychology assistants for ASD
- Undertake activities appropriate to the post, under the guidance of the line manager.
We encourage male and minority UK applicants to reflect the local area.
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, and the City of London.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients.
Homerton Healthcare aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£38,488 to £46,852 a year p.a. incl. pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
18 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
293-CSEP-0957
Job locations
Hackney Ark
Downs Park Road
London
E8 2FP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role. The person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. The person specification outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed rather than all role requirements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role. The person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. The person specification outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed rather than all role requirements.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree in Psychology: Upper second or first class only Eligibility for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Further education in a relevant area of psychology e.g. counselling, systemic therapy or CBT
- Specialist training or knowledge relevant to neurodevelopmental assessment
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children and young people and their families/carers in a health, education or care setting
- Experience of working with children and young people with autism or other neurodevelopmental needs
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary or multi-agency team
- Experience of managing competing tasks and maintaining accurate records
Desirable
- Paid experience within CAMHS, the NHS or a neurodevelopmental service
- Experience supporting neurodevelopmental assessment activity
- Experience of pathway or waiting-list coordination ADOS or other relevant neurodevelopmental assessment training
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Service-related research skills and/or audit experience. Competence in IT and keyboard skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint and use of databases.
- High-level communication skills with children, young people, families and professionals. Ability to contribute to clinical work and decision-making under supervision.
- Ability to work independently within agreed boundaries, document work accurately on an electronic patient record and maintain robust tracking information.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload within competing demands. Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as a team member.
- Ability to work sensitively with people from diverse communities.
Desirable
- Understanding of psychological measures and tools relevant to neurodevelopmental assessment
- High standard of report writing Experience using data to monitor pathway flow, activity or waiting lists
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of factors affecting psychological wellbeing and child development.
- Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding.
- Awareness of autism and neurodevelopmental presentations in children and young people.
Desirable
- Knowledge of working across languages/cultures and with interpreters.
- Knowledge of recent developments in neurodevelopmental assessment and neurodevelopmental services.
Other requirements
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
- A commitment to equal opportunities. Respectful approach to service users, families, carers, colleagues and other professionals.
- Flexible and creative approach to work. A commitment to continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Ability to travel between sites where required.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree in Psychology: Upper second or first class only Eligibility for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Further education in a relevant area of psychology e.g. counselling, systemic therapy or CBT
- Specialist training or knowledge relevant to neurodevelopmental assessment
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children and young people and their families/carers in a health, education or care setting
- Experience of working with children and young people with autism or other neurodevelopmental needs
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary or multi-agency team
- Experience of managing competing tasks and maintaining accurate records
Desirable
- Paid experience within CAMHS, the NHS or a neurodevelopmental service
- Experience supporting neurodevelopmental assessment activity
- Experience of pathway or waiting-list coordination ADOS or other relevant neurodevelopmental assessment training
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Service-related research skills and/or audit experience. Competence in IT and keyboard skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint and use of databases.
- High-level communication skills with children, young people, families and professionals. Ability to contribute to clinical work and decision-making under supervision.
- Ability to work independently within agreed boundaries, document work accurately on an electronic patient record and maintain robust tracking information.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload within competing demands. Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as a team member.
- Ability to work sensitively with people from diverse communities.
Desirable
- Understanding of psychological measures and tools relevant to neurodevelopmental assessment
- High standard of report writing Experience using data to monitor pathway flow, activity or waiting lists
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of factors affecting psychological wellbeing and child development.
- Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding.
- Awareness of autism and neurodevelopmental presentations in children and young people.
Desirable
- Knowledge of working across languages/cultures and with interpreters.
- Knowledge of recent developments in neurodevelopmental assessment and neurodevelopmental services.
Other requirements
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
- A commitment to equal opportunities. Respectful approach to service users, families, carers, colleagues and other professionals.
- Flexible and creative approach to work. A commitment to continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Ability to travel between sites where required.
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hackney Ark
Downs Park Road
London
E8 2FP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hackney Ark
Downs Park Road
London
E8 2FP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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CYP-PT Systemic Family Practice Trainee
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2430955
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Mid Essex Mental Health Support Team (MHST) as a Children and Young People Psychological Trainee (CYP-PT) for Systemic Family Practice with Conduct Disorder and Depression (CDD) as part of the NHS England-funded programme. This is a unique opportunity to undertake a nationally recognised postgraduate training programme whilst gaining valuable clinical experience within NHS Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). The post combines academic study at King's College London (KCL) with supervised clinical practice delivering evidence-based interventions to children, young people and their families. The CYP-PT programme is designed to expand the specialist children and young peoples mental health workforce and improve access to evidence-based psychological therapies. NHS England funds both the trainee salary and university training costs for the duration of the programme. This is a combined employment and training post. Successful applicants should be prepared to balance postgraduate study, clinical practice, supervision, independent learning and assessment requirements throughout the training programme. The Essex MHSTs are committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based mental health support to children, young people and families.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking motivated and experienced practitioners who are passionate about supporting the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people. Applicants must have: A minimum of a second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of equivalent standard, in a relevant subject such as Psychology, Education, Childhood Development, Social Work or a related discipline; AND A registerable professional qualification (e.g. as a counselling/clinical/educational psychologist, social worker, counsellor (three-year minimum training, full BACP accredited membership (MBACP Accred) and experience in the public or voluntary sector), mental health nurse, occupational therapist, art / music therapist. For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description, Person Specification and King's College London course information. Training Programme Information This full-time training programme will commence in January 2027. Trainees will spend approximately: 2.5 days per week undertaking academic study, teaching and independent learning 2.5 days per week undertaking supervised clinical work within the service Successful candidates will be employed by NELFT while simultaneously enrolled as students with King's College London. Upon successful completion of the programme, trainees will be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma from King's College London. Teaching will take place at King's College London, Denmark Hill Campus, attendance is mandatory
About us
NELFT NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and community services for over 4.9 million people living in the London Boroughs of Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and across Essex. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled health professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
SHX-3EL-002337
Job locations
Stapleford House
Chelmsford
Essex
CM2 0QX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the programme can be found at:
https://www.kings-cyp.com/page/recruit-to-train
Important Eligibility Information
NHS England Two-Year Funding Rule
Applicants should be aware that individuals who commence an NHS England-funded course listed on the NHS England Psychological Professions Training Programmes webpage will normally be required to wait two years from their qualifying exam board date before commencing another NHS England-funded training programme.
Recent graduates of NHS England-funded programmes may therefore not be eligible to commence the CYP-PT programme.
Applicants should also consider the impact of this rule on future training opportunities. For example, trainees commencing this programme in January 2027 would typically qualify in April 2028 and would not normally be eligible to begin another NHS England-funded programme until two years after this date.
For further guidance, please review the NHS England funding information (NHS funding for psychological professions training programmes | NHS England | Workforce, training and education) and course guidance documents before applying
Dual Application Process
This is a dual application process.
In addition to submitting an NHS application, applicants must also complete a King's College London course application.
You will only be offered a training place if:
- You are successful in securing this NHS post; and
- You meet all university entry requirements, including academic criteria, relevant experience and any visa requirements.
Location and Travel Requirements
This post is based within the Mid Essex MHST; however, the service operates across a large geographical area.
Successful candidates will be required to travel independently to:
- Schools and community settings across the Mid Essex area
- King's College London, Denmark Hill Campus, South London
Due to the geographical area covered and limitations of public transport in some locations, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel independently for work purposes is essential.
Course Information and Application Documents
SFP CDD:
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Application Guidance
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The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT.
Our Values 2025 - 2030
Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are:
- We are kind.
- We are respectful.
- We work together with our communities.
These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people.
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We value applications that genuinely reflect each candidate’s own skills, experience and motivations. We therefore strongly discourage the use of AI-generated content in applications.
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Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the programme can be found at: https://www.kings-cyp.com/page/recruit-to-train Important Eligibility Information NHS England Two-Year Funding Rule Applicants should be aware that individuals who commence an NHS England-funded course listed on the NHS England Psychological Professions Training Programmes webpage will normally be required to wait two years from their qualifying exam board date before commencing another NHS England-funded training programme. Recent graduates of NHS England-funded programmes may therefore not be eligible to commence the CYP-PT programme. Applicants should also consider the impact of this rule on future training opportunities. For example, trainees commencing this programme in January 2027 would typically qualify in April 2028 and would not normally be eligible to begin another NHS England-funded programme until two years after this date. For further guidance, please review the NHS England funding information (NHS funding for psychological professions training programmes | NHS England | Workforce, training and education) and course guidance documents before applying Dual Application Process This is a dual application process. In addition to submitting an NHS application, applicants must also complete a King's College London course application. You will only be offered a training place if: You are successful in securing this NHS post; and You meet all university entry requirements, including academic criteria, relevant experience and any visa requirements. Location and Travel Requirements This post is based within the Mid Essex MHST; however, the service operates across a large geographical area. Successful candidates will be required to travel independently to: Schools and community settings across the Mid Essex area King's College London, Denmark Hill Campus, South London Due to the geographical area covered and limitations of public transport in some locations, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel independently for work purposes is essential. Course Information and Application Documents SFP CDD: https://emckclac-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/k1809503_kcl_ac_uk/IQDMN_9xAS0IQrQfRhRGvdHYAc6icyr2zWLi57xUGV4hVco?e=QL59Q2 Application Guidance https://emckclac-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/k1809503_kcl_ac_uk/IQD2H5rto04_Q7UVpZIHS4swAf1fPVoZMNPQpCQHupzBvkc?e=4UdBfZ For course-related enquiries regarding teaching, curriculum content or university requirements, please contact: [email protected] Data Sharing Notice As part of the recruitment process, applicants' information may be shared with King's College London for the purposes of shortlisting, verifying eligibility and enrolling successful candidates onto the training programme. The successful applicant will be required to have met all recruitment requirements and be able to commence the role, with a provisional start date of 4 January 2027. Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT. Our Values 2025 - 2030 Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are: We are kind. We are respectful. We work together with our communities. These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people. Use of AI We value applications that genuinely reflect each candidate’s own skills, experience and motivations. We therefore strongly discourage the use of AI-generated content in applications. Applications should be written in your own words and accurately represent your knowledge, skills and experience. We reserve the right to reject an application where we reasonably believe AI has been used to generate or materially contribute to its content.
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NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address
Stapleford House
Chelmsford
Essex
CM2 0QX
United Kingdom
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NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address
Stapleford House
Chelmsford
Essex
CM2 0QX
United Kingdom
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2429922
Job summary
Are you a dedicated Clinical Psychologist looking to make a meaningful difference within a specialist mental health service? Join Dunnock View as a Clinical Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention to support positive outcomes for service users. In this rewarding role, you will work autonomously while collaborating closely with psychiatrists, therapists, nursing colleagues, and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver specialist psychological care. You will provide comprehensive psychological assessments, develop evidence-based formulations, and deliver therapeutic interventions tailored to the individual needs of service users. As a Clinical Psychologist at Dunnock View, you will manage a clinical caseload, providing specialist psychological input to patients while also offering expert psychological perspectives to support the wider care of individuals across the service. You will contribute to therapeutic group programmes, participate in ward rounds, multidisciplinary meetings, case conferences, and care reviews, and play a key role in informing treatment planning and risk management. You will be responsible for maintaining high-quality clinical records, preparing assessment reports and discha
Main duties of the job
Join Dunnock View as a Clinical Psychologist to be part of a multidisciplinary team, offering high-quality psychological assessments and interventions. You will work independently and collaboratively with psychiatrists, therapists, and nursing staff to deliver specialized care. Key responsibilities include managing a clinical caseload, providing specialist psychological input, and contributing to treatment planning and risk management. You will maintain clinical records, prepare reports, and ensure interventions meet professional standards. Additionally, you'll support the development of psychological services through supervision and training, contributing to service development initiatives, and delivering training to ward staff.
About us
Elysium Healthcare has over 8,000 employees and provides a unique approach to care delivery. With a network exceeding 80 services across England and Wales, covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there's ample opportunity for growth and development. As part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium's global network extends across 10 countries, employing over 86,000 people worldwide. The organization is committed to inclusive recruitment and safeguarding service user welfare, following safer recruitment practices and being a Disability Confident employer. All candidates undergo a DBS disclosure as part of their recruitment process.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£49,387 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1564115187
Job locations
Elysium Healthcare
Clacton-on-Sea
CO16 0BX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you a dedicated Clinical Psychologist looking to make a meaningful difference within a specialist mental health service? Join Dunnock View as a Clinical Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention to support positive outcomes for service users.
In this rewarding role, you will work autonomously while collaborating closely with psychiatrists, therapists, nursing colleagues, and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver specialist psychological care. You will provide comprehensive psychological assessments, develop evidence-based formulations, and deliver therapeutic interventions tailored to the individual needs of service users.
As a Clinical Psychologist at Dunnock View, you will manage a clinical caseload, providing specialist psychological input to patients while also offering expert psychological perspectives to support the wider care of individuals across the service. You will contribute to therapeutic group programmes, participate in ward rounds, multidisciplinary meetings, case conferences, and care reviews, and play a key role in informing treatment planning and risk management.
You will be responsible for maintaining high-quality clinical records, preparing assessment reports and discharge summaries, and ensuring all interventions are delivered in line with professional standards, evidence-based practice, and NICE guidance. Working collaboratively with patients, families, carers, and external agencies, you will help ensure holistic and person-centred care throughout the treatment journey.
In addition to your clinical responsibilities, you will support the development of psychological services through supervision, training, and education. You will contribute to the supervision of Assistant Psychologists and may support psychology trainees on placement. You will also deliver psychological training and consultation to ward staff, helping to embed psychologically informed approaches throughout the service.
As an active member of the therapies team, you will contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, clinical governance activities, audits, and co-production projects. You will have opportunities to apply research to practice, contribute to the ongoing development of psychology services, and support innovative approaches that enhance patient care and outcomes.
To be successful for this role, you will need:
- Doctoral Degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychology
- Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.
- Knowledge of current national policies, legislation and professional standards in practice.
- Well developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to patients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside Elysium.
- Works effectively within the multi-disciplinary team.
- Evidence of personal resilience and aptitude for dealing with potentially distressing and highly emotive clinical work.
- Ability to work well under pressure and or in times of crisis.
- Flexibility, creativity and preparedness to be innovative in a developing organisation.
- Sound theoretical base.
- Able to select and use appropriate therapeutic models.
What You’ll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
- Annual base salary of £49,387
- The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
- Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
- Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
- Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
- Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
- Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
- 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
- Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
- Pension contribution, to help secure your future
- Free meals and onsite free parking
About us:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Job description Job responsibilities Are you a dedicated Clinical Psychologist looking to make a meaningful difference within a specialist mental health service? Join Dunnock View as a Clinical Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention to support positive outcomes for service users. In this rewarding role, you will work autonomously while collaborating closely with psychiatrists, therapists, nursing colleagues, and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver specialist psychological care. You will provide comprehensive psychological assessments, develop evidence-based formulations, and deliver therapeutic interventions tailored to the individual needs of service users. As a Clinical Psychologist at Dunnock View, you will manage a clinical caseload, providing specialist psychological input to patients while also offering expert psychological perspectives to support the wider care of individuals across the service. You will contribute to therapeutic group programmes, participate in ward rounds, multidisciplinary meetings, case conferences, and care reviews, and play a key role in informing treatment planning and risk management. You will be responsible for maintaining high-quality clinical records, preparing assessment reports and discharge summaries, and ensuring all interventions are delivered in line with professional standards, evidence-based practice, and NICE guidance. Working collaboratively with patients, families, carers, and external agencies, you will help ensure holistic and person-centred care throughout the treatment journey. In addition to your clinical responsibilities, you will support the development of psychological services through supervision, training, and education. You will contribute to the supervision of Assistant Psychologists and may support psychology trainees on placement. You will also deliver psychological training and consultation to ward staff, helping to embed psychologically informed approaches throughout the service. As an active member of the therapies team, you will contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, clinical governance activities, audits, and co-production projects. You will have opportunities to apply research to practice, contribute to the ongoing development of psychology services, and support innovative approaches that enhance patient care and outcomes. To be successful for this role, you will need: Doctoral Degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychology Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. Knowledge of current national policies, legislation and professional standards in practice. Well developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to patients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside Elysium. Works effectively within the multi-disciplinary team. Evidence of personal resilience and aptitude for dealing with potentially distressing and highly emotive clinical work. Ability to work well under pressure and or in times of crisis. Flexibility, creativity and preparedness to be innovative in a developing organisation. Sound theoretical base. Able to select and use appropriate therapeutic models. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual base salary of £49,387 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free meals and onsite free parking About us: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctoral Degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychology, Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, Knowledge of current national policies, legislation and professional standards in practice, Well developed communication skills, Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, Evidence of personal resilience in emotional clinical work, Ability to work under pressure, Flexible and innovative in a developing organization, Sound theoretical base, Able to select appropriate therapeutic models.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Doctoral Degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychology, Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, Knowledge of current national policies, legislation and professional standards in practice, Well developed communication skills, Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, Evidence of personal resilience in emotional clinical work, Ability to work under pressure, Flexible and innovative in a developing organization, Sound theoretical base, Able to select appropriate therapeutic models.
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.
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. 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
Elysium Healthcare
Address
Elysium Healthcare
Clacton-on-Sea
CO16 0BX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Elysium Healthcare
Address
Elysium Healthcare
Clacton-on-Sea
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United Kingdom
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2429902
Job summary
Vita Health Group, part of Spire Healthcare, is seeking compassionate and motivated Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) to join our NHS Talking Therapies service, supporting individuals experiencing common mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression.
Whether you are newly qualified or an experienced practitioner, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working remotely and supporting patients within your local community.
We're looking for clinicians who are passionate about improving mental health outcomes, thrive in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, and are committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based Step 2 interventions.
If you're ambitious, empathetic, and eager to help people take positive steps towards recovery, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Using your clinical expertise, you will assess the suitability of new referrals through telephone assessments and provide short term, low intensity interventions via telephone, online webinars, and computerised CBT (CCBT).
Where needed, you will work closely with colleagues at Steps 3 and 4, and external services, to support safe onward referrals and step ups, at all times maintaining and advocating for patient dignity, confidentiality and inclusivity.
About us
Vita Health Group celebrates life. Improving lives physically and mentally drives everything we do. To find out more about Vita Health Group and the services we provide, please click here: https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£30,569 to £37,212 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Home or remote working
Reference number
VPA5C53647
Job locations
Remote / Home based
EC4Y 8EN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Vita Health Group, part of Spire Healthcare, is seeking compassionate and motivated Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) to join our NHS Talking Therapies service, supporting individuals experiencing common mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression.
Whether you are newly qualified or an experienced practitioner, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working remotely and supporting patients within your local community.
We're looking for clinicians who are passionate about improving mental health outcomes, thrive in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, and are committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based Step 2 interventions. If you're ambitious, empathetic, and eager to help people take positive steps towards recovery, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Using your clinical expertise, you will assess the suitability of new referrals through telephone assessments and provide short term, low intensity interventions via telephone, online webinars, and computerised CBT (CCBT).
- Where needed, you will work closely with colleagues at Steps 3 and 4, and external services, to support safe onward referrals and step ups, at all times maintaining and advocating for patient dignity, confidentiality and inclusivity.
Essential Criteria:
- A Graduate/Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) in Low Intensity Interventions (Adults)
- BABCP or BPS registration or pending registration (if returning to practice and not sure how to meet registration requirements, we are happy to discuss prior to interview)
- Experience of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem
- An awareness of and commitment to supporting and facilitating diversity and inclusion
If this sounds like the right fit for you, we look forward to welcoming you to the team!
Applicants who applied in the last 3 months need not apply.
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About Us
As part of Spire Healthcare, were proud to build on a legacy of improving lives for over 30 years and continue to deliver primary care physical and mental health services accessed through the NHS, via employer-funded care and at our network of private clinics.
Working here
We are an award-winning employer regularly recognised at industry events and our latest employee survey revealed the top reasons for working here as:
- Supportive teams and managers
- A positive and inclusive culture
- Strong well-being and mental health support
- Trust, autonomy and flexibility
We invest in your growth with frequent career progression opportunities and development initiatives including mentoring, secondments, management training and regular clinical CPD webinars. You will enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package further details here Careers - Vita Health Group
Equality Diversity & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively support a range of initiatives including:
- Disability Confident Leader
- Positive action through Ethnicity and Gender Matters initiatives
- Employer with Heart and Mindful Employer status
- Menopause Friendly accreditation
Learn more about our EDI commitments here Equality, Diversity & Inclusion - Vita Health Group.
If you need any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process we will be happy to help - please get in touch at [email protected]
Additional information
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in the UK and subject to a DBS check at offer stage.
Your application data is handled securely in accordance to UK GDPR guidelines.
We may close jobs to new applications earlier than original stated closing date.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Vita Health Group, part of Spire Healthcare, is seeking compassionate and motivated Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) to join our NHS Talking Therapies service, supporting individuals experiencing common mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression.
Whether you are newly qualified or an experienced practitioner, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working remotely and supporting patients within your local community.
We're looking for clinicians who are passionate about improving mental health outcomes, thrive in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, and are committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based Step 2 interventions. If you're ambitious, empathetic, and eager to help people take positive steps towards recovery, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Using your clinical expertise, you will assess the suitability of new referrals through telephone assessments and provide short term, low intensity interventions via telephone, online webinars, and computerised CBT (CCBT).
- Where needed, you will work closely with colleagues at Steps 3 and 4, and external services, to support safe onward referrals and step ups, at all times maintaining and advocating for patient dignity, confidentiality and inclusivity.
Essential Criteria:
- A Graduate/Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) in Low Intensity Interventions (Adults)
- BABCP or BPS registration or pending registration (if returning to practice and not sure how to meet registration requirements, we are happy to discuss prior to interview)
- Experience of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem
- An awareness of and commitment to supporting and facilitating diversity and inclusion
If this sounds like the right fit for you, we look forward to welcoming you to the team!
Applicants who applied in the last 3 months need not apply.
--------------------------------------------
About Us
As part of Spire Healthcare, were proud to build on a legacy of improving lives for over 30 years and continue to deliver primary care physical and mental health services accessed through the NHS, via employer-funded care and at our network of private clinics.
Working here
We are an award-winning employer regularly recognised at industry events and our latest employee survey revealed the top reasons for working here as:
- Supportive teams and managers
- A positive and inclusive culture
- Strong well-being and mental health support
- Trust, autonomy and flexibility
We invest in your growth with frequent career progression opportunities and development initiatives including mentoring, secondments, management training and regular clinical CPD webinars. You will enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package further details here Careers - Vita Health Group
Equality Diversity & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively support a range of initiatives including:
- Disability Confident Leader
- Positive action through Ethnicity and Gender Matters initiatives
- Employer with Heart and Mindful Employer status
- Menopause Friendly accreditation
Learn more about our EDI commitments here Equality, Diversity & Inclusion - Vita Health Group.
If you need any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process we will be happy to help - please get in touch at [email protected]
Additional information
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in the UK and subject to a DBS check at offer stage.
Your application data is handled securely in accordance to UK GDPR guidelines.
We may close jobs to new applications earlier than original stated closing date.
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to job description above
Desirable
- Please refer to job description above
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to job description above
Desirable
- Please refer to job description above
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.
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.
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
Vita Health Group
Address
Remote / Home based
EC4Y 8EN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
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Vita Health Group
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Senior Mental Health Practitioner
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2429901
Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our Mental Health team at HMP Stocken, a category C Mens Prison located in Stretton, Rutland.
In this role you'll be working with a multi-disciplinary team that will support you and help you succeed.
The Mental Health Service is covered:
- Monday to Sunday service
- 37.5 hours per week
- Various shift patterns covering 8am - 5pm
- 1 weekend in 4
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary between £43,609- £49,175 per annum - depending on experience.
How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Main duties of the job
As a Senior Mental Health Practitioner, your responsibilities will vary. You will
- Responsible for assessment and ongoing management of our patients mental health needs.
- Work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team as an autonomous practitioner managing a caseload of patients, assessing their physical, social and psychological needs to develop a holistic health care plan.
- Contribute to our nursing strategy and vision to; Provide outstanding evidence based care to our patients, seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback, so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
- Deliver non-judgemental care, building therapeutic relationships and promoting professional boundaries.
- Play an active part in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patients care following our policies and procedures and always considering safeguarding.
If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.
It doesnt stop there we also offer:
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background
Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values
- we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
- we act with integrity
- we embrace diversity
- we strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
- NMC Registered - Mental Health
- Understanding of how to support people with neurodiverse conditions, including autism and ADHD, and the complex communication challenges faced by this patient group in the criminal justice system
- Experience of working collaboratively with other agencies and stakeholders in a multi-disciplinary environment
Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
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Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£43,609 to £49,175 a year £43,609- £49,175 per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
15654-2
Job locations
2 Stocken Hall Rd
Stretton
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 7RD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our Mental Health team at HMP Stocken, a category C Mens Prison located in Stretton, Rutland.
In this role you'll be working with a multi-disciplinary team that will support you and help you succeed.
The Mental Health Service is covered:
- Monday to Sunday service
- 37.5 hours per week
- Various shift patterns covering 8am - 5pm
- 1 weekend in 4
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary between £43,609- £49,175 per annum - depending on experience.
How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our Mental Health team at HMP Stocken, a category C Mens Prison located in Stretton, Rutland.
In this role you'll be working with a multi-disciplinary team that will support you and help you succeed.
The Mental Health Service is covered:
- Monday to Sunday service
- 37.5 hours per week
- Various shift patterns covering 8am - 5pm
- 1 weekend in 4
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary between £43,609- £49,175 per annum - depending on experience.
How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
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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.
UK Registration
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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.
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
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
Address
2 Stocken Hall Rd
Stretton
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 7RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Employer name
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
Address
2 Stocken Hall Rd
Stretton
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 7RD
United Kingdom
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2429849
Job summary
There are few better opportunities to learn about people than by getting to know someone who experiences the world differently from you.
Working with autistic people challenges our assumptions about communication, perception, emotion and behaviour, and invites us to become much more curious about how the human mind works.
We are looking for someone who shares that curiosity and wants to make a difference to the life of one person and their family: someone kind, open-minded enough to listen, learn and allow the person they support to teach them what good support looks like.
This is a challenging but deeply rewarding role. You'll join a small specialist service supporting one autistic man with mild learning difficulties, He is curious, active, humorous and enjoys engaging with others. He can also experience anxiety and distress, and when he does, can show behaviours of concern.
Youll provide social and emotional support on his varied countryside walks and help him expand the places and activities he can access and enjoy in the community. At home, youll help him with activities that reflect his interests and develop his skills, so his days are active, meaningful and enjoyable.
Youll receive ongoing, bespoke training and support from a highly experienced team committed to excellent autism practice and Positive Behaviour Support. Together, well create the conditions for him to feel less anxious and to thrive, working towards goals that matter to him.
Main duties of the job
To listen, strive to understand and empathise with the client.
To support him to gain confidence in articulating his thoughts, feelings, needs and preferences.
Working alongside other practitioners, to support the client on walks of his choice in the countryside around Bristol and surrounding counties, and occasional trips to shops, towns or other community facilities.
To drive the client and his support practitioner to his activities and walks, or, if you do not drive, to navigate on car journeys when needed.
To support the client, engage in meaningful activities at home, such as gardening, home maintenance, cooking or other practical and leisure pursuits.
To work collaboratively with the client, his family and support team, following his care plans to ensure he receives consistent care.
To provide calm emotional support and, where necessary, trained physical intervention during periods of distress, in accordance with M.R. Trust policies/training, to reduce risk and promote safety for James, those supporting him, and the public.
To and ensure important information is recorded and communicated across the team.
To protect the confidentiality and privacy of James and his family.
To attend all necessary training, supervision and when possible, team meetings, using these to improve James support, as well as your own confidence and wellbeing.
About us
The M.R. Trust was established to manage a Direct Payment from the local authority, enabling the person we support to live at home with his family while receiving genuinely person-centred support.We employ a small, dedicated team of skilled practitioners who help him lead a fulfilling life, combining emotional security, stimulating activities, and opportunities to follow his interests, goals, and personal development. We are passionate in our belief that autistic adults, and those with learning disabilities who show behaviours of concern should enjoy their full rights and participate actively in their communities.We place great value on our staff, providing extensive training, professional and wellbeing support, and opportunities for professional development.If you share our values and have experience supporting or teaching people with autism, learning disabilities, behaviours of concern, brain injury, and/or mental health needs we would love to hear from you.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£16 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
B0658-26-0001
Job locations
Thicket Avenue
Bristol
Bristol
BS16 4EP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job title: Bank Autism PBS Practitioner
Pay Scale: Starting at £16.00 per hour
Hours: To be negotiated at times/days agreed by both parties. We mostly offer 4 hr shifts during the morning as required to cover staff leave.
Contract: Permanent.
Location: Fishponds, Bristol.
Holiday entitlement: 28 days statutory holidays pro rata.
Responsible to: Manager
Job purpose
Alongside an experienced colleague, to provide calm, reliable support that helps James (not the client's real name) feel secure and manage his anxiety during walks and other activities outside his home. Through consistent, emotionally attuned relationships, to build his confidence and wellbeing, uphold his freedom of choice and ensure his safety. At home, to help him prepare for outings and, when needed, support him with activities that reflect his interests and develop his skills, so that his days are active, meaningful and enjoyable.
Main duties and responsibilities
To listen, strive to understand and empathise with James. To support him to gain confidence in articulating his thoughts, feelings, needs and preferences.
To build a relationship with James which enables him to feel comfortable and safe in your presence.
To support James on walks of his choice in the countryside around Bristol and surrounding counties, and occasional trips to shops, towns or other community facilities.
To support James on a 2:1 ratio in the community, working closely and collaboratively with experienced practitioners to ensure James trips run smoothly and safely.
To support James in preparing for his outings, and when plans change, to help him engage in alternative meaningful activities at home, such as gardening, home maintenance, cooking, or other practical or leisure pursuits.
To work collaboratively with James, his family, care team and other professionals, following his care plans to ensure he receives consistent care.
To reduce James anxiety and promote his emotional wellbeing by attending all required training to develop a good understanding of his Positive Behaviour Support Plan, so effective, agreed ways of supporting him are followed consistently.
To provide calm verbal support and, where necessary, trained physical intervention during periods of distress, in accordance with M.R. Trust policies, training, and risk management plans, to reduce risk and promote safety for James, those supporting him, and the public.
To drive James and his support practitioner to his activities and walks, or if you do not drive, to navigate on car journeys when needed. To support James in planning and following routes on walks, using street maps, OS maps or the OS Maps app.
To help James navigate social situations in the community, advocating and mediating as needed to support his understanding and inclusion.
To accompany James on his weekly one-mile jog if required.
To help James navigate the social world by helping him understand what is going on around him.
To read important information before shifts and ensure important information is recorded and communicated across the team.
To protect the confidentiality and privacy of James and his family.
To attend training, supervision, occasional incident debriefing and when possible, team meetings, and use these constructively to improve James support, as well as your own confidence and wellbeing.
In the case of James activities being cancelled or shortened, to provide flexibility and carry out alternative domestic, administrative or any other duties that are considered relevant or appropriate to James support.
Job description Job responsibilities Job title: Bank Autism PBS PractitionerPay Scale: Starting at £16.00 per hourHours: To be negotiated at times/days agreed by both parties. We mostly offer 4 hr shifts during the morning as required to cover staff leave. Contract: Permanent.Location: Fishponds, Bristol. Holiday entitlement: 28 days statutory holidays pro rata. Responsible to: ManagerJob purposeAlongside an experienced colleague, to provide calm, reliable support that helps James (not the client's real name) feel secure and manage his anxiety during walks and other activities outside his home. Through consistent, emotionally attuned relationships, to build his confidence and wellbeing, uphold his freedom of choice and ensure his safety. At home, to help him prepare for outings and, when needed, support him with activities that reflect his interests and develop his skills, so that his days are active, meaningful and enjoyable.Main duties and responsibilitiesTo listen, strive to understand and empathise with James. To support him to gain confidence in articulating his thoughts, feelings, needs and preferences.To build a relationship with James which enables him to feel comfortable and safe in your presence.To support James on walks of his choice in the countryside around Bristol and surrounding counties, and occasional trips to shops, towns or other community facilities.To support James on a 2:1 ratio in the community, working closely and collaboratively with experienced practitioners to ensure James trips run smoothly and safely.To support James in preparing for his outings, and when plans change, to help him engage in alternative meaningful activities at home, such as gardening, home maintenance, cooking, or other practical or leisure pursuits.To work collaboratively with James, his family, care team and other professionals, following his care plans to ensure he receives consistent care.To reduce James anxiety and promote his emotional wellbeing by attending all required training to develop a good understanding of his Positive Behaviour Support Plan, so effective, agreed ways of supporting him are followed consistently.To provide calm verbal support and, where necessary, trained physical intervention during periods of distress, in accordance with M.R. Trust policies, training, and risk management plans, to reduce risk and promote safety for James, those supporting him, and the public.To drive James and his support practitioner to his activities and walks, or if you do not drive, to navigate on car journeys when needed. To support James in planning and following routes on walks, using street maps, OS maps or the OS Maps app.To help James navigate social situations in the community, advocating and mediating as needed to support his understanding and inclusion.To accompany James on his weekly one-mile jog if required.To help James navigate the social world by helping him understand what is going on around him.To read important information before shifts and ensure important information is recorded and communicated across the team.To protect the confidentiality and privacy of James and his family.To attend training, supervision, occasional incident debriefing and when possible, team meetings, and use these constructively to improve James support, as well as your own confidence and wellbeing. In the case of James activities being cancelled or shortened, to provide flexibility and carry out alternative domestic, administrative or any other duties that are considered relevant or appropriate to James support.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities and Capabilities
Essential
- Demonstrates a high level of empathy and understanding for the needs of James, his family, and paid carers
- Interest in understanding the psychological and emotional world of others
- Commitment to the values and aims of the M.R. Trust
- Responsible and reliable
- Patient
- Willingness to follow care plans agreed by the M.R. Trust team to provide James with consistency
- Mindful, attentive and observant, to reduce anxiety for James and manage risk effectively
- Ability, with support, to work calmly and effectively in emotionally demanding circumstances which includes exposure to mild to moderate reactive aggression (See Essential Job Information for details).
- Willingness to provide emotional and practical support to James, including occasional use of trained physical interventions to ensure safety
- Strong coping mechanisms such as a sense of humour, optimism, ability to talk through difficulties with others and/or the ability to view difficulties as opportunities for learning.
- Intention to remain in the post for at least 1 year
- Able to work a morning shift most weeks for the first few months, to help build a relationship with James
- Able to adapt when plans change, including some flexibility over finishing times and the support tasks needed on the day
- Good, clear, written and verbal communication skills
- Tactful and diplomatic
- Ability to adapt communication style and level of difficulty to the needs of others
- Basic IT skills: confident in using email, internet, and Microsoft Word independently
- Own PC, and e-mail
- Fit and able to walk for up to 1.5 hours at a brisk pace in countryside that includes mud and hills
- Interpersonal confidence (to approach the public to advocate or mediate for James)
- Confidence in exploring new areas in country or town
- Willing to walk in countryside in all weather
- Able to jog for 1 mile, or willingness and ability to achieve this with training
- Own smart phone with ability to use maps/navigation apps with training
Desirable
- Full driving licence
- Own transport and willingness to use car during working hours to enable the client to access the community
- Confidence to drive in towns and on motorways
- Willingness to install a removable protective barrier in your car to manage potential risk on journeys (provided by the Trust)
- Good map reading or navigation skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience of supporting individuals with communication or social functioning difficulties, such as autism, learning disabilities or mental health problems, either in a personal or professional capacity
- Knowledge and understanding of autistic spectrum disability
- Good team working skills
- Experience of supporting adults with behaviours of concern, which includes physically aggressive behaviours
Desirable
- Experience of supporting individuals with autism
- Experience of providing emotional support
- Understanding of causes of anxiety and behaviours of concern in individuals with autism, including the ways the environment may contribute to this
Person Specification Personal Qualities and Capabilities Essential Demonstrates a high level of empathy and understanding for the needs of James, his family, and paid carers Interest in understanding the psychological and emotional world of others Commitment to the values and aims of the M.R. Trust Responsible and reliable Patient Willingness to follow care plans agreed by the M.R. Trust team to provide James with consistency Mindful, attentive and observant, to reduce anxiety for James and manage risk effectively Ability, with support, to work calmly and effectively in emotionally demanding circumstances which includes exposure to mild to moderate reactive aggression (See Essential Job Information for details). Willingness to provide emotional and practical support to James, including occasional use of trained physical interventions to ensure safety Strong coping mechanisms such as a sense of humour, optimism, ability to talk through difficulties with others and/or the ability to view difficulties as opportunities for learning. Intention to remain in the post for at least 1 year Able to work a morning shift most weeks for the first few months, to help build a relationship with James Able to adapt when plans change, including some flexibility over finishing times and the support tasks needed on the day Good, clear, written and verbal communication skills Tactful and diplomatic Ability to adapt communication style and level of difficulty to the needs of others Basic IT skills: confident in using email, internet, and Microsoft Word independently Own PC, and e-mail Fit and able to walk for up to 1.5 hours at a brisk pace in countryside that includes mud and hills Interpersonal confidence (to approach the public to advocate or mediate for James) Confidence in exploring new areas in country or town Willing to walk in countryside in all weather Able to jog for 1 mile, or willingness and ability to achieve this with training Own smart phone with ability to use maps/navigation apps with training Desirable Full driving licence Own transport and willingness to use car during working hours to enable the client to access the community Confidence to drive in towns and on motorways Willingness to install a removable protective barrier in your car to manage potential risk on journeys (provided by the Trust) Good map reading or navigation skills Experience Essential Experience of supporting individuals with communication or social functioning difficulties, such as autism, learning disabilities or mental health problems, either in a personal or professional capacity Knowledge and understanding of autistic spectrum disability Good team working skills Experience of supporting adults with behaviours of concern, which includes physically aggressive behaviours Desirable Experience of supporting individuals with autism Experience of providing emotional support Understanding of causes of anxiety and behaviours of concern in individuals with autism, including the ways the environment may contribute to this
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.
Employer details
Employer name
M. R. Trust
Address
Thicket Avenue
Bristol
Bristol
BS16 4EP
United Kingdom
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Employer name
M. R. Trust
Address
Thicket Avenue
Bristol
Bristol
BS16 4EP
United Kingdom
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2429842
Job summary
Come and join one of the UKs largest providers in complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
Join Our Innovative Specialist Service
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Psychologist to join our developing specialist service supporting adults with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) and Acquired Brain Injury (ABI). This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team delivering psychologically informed rehabilitation, neurobehavioural support, and person-centred care.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will support the Clinical Psychologist and wider MDT in delivering assessment, intervention, rehabilitation programmes, and therapeutic group work designed to improve psychological wellbeing, functional outcomes, independence, and quality of life.
About us
Active Care Group is a UK-based provider of complex care, supporting over 2,000 clients across more than 60 locations, with services spanning neurological rehabilitation, mental health, respiratory care, learning disabilities, and supported living.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Up to £28,000 depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
L0042-26-0215
Job locations
Sheridan Close
Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN2 4JX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Support the delivery of psychological assessments and interventions under supervision.
- Facilitate and co-facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational groups for individuals with FND and ABI.
- Assist in developing group programmes focusing on:
- Emotional regulation
- Coping and adjustment following injury or diagnosis
- Anxiety and stress management
- Fatigue management
- Cognitive rehabilitation strategies
- Mindfulness and wellbeing
- Social skills and confidence building
- Monitor and record service user progress and behavioural observations.
- Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and outcome measurement.
- Support positive behaviour approaches and psychologically informed care planning.
- Assist with clinical audits, service evaluation, research projects, and data collection.
- Work collaboratively with nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, and other professionals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Support the delivery of psychological assessments and interventions under supervision.
- Facilitate and co-facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational groups for individuals with FND and ABI.
- Assist in developing group programmes focusing on:
- Emotional regulation
- Coping and adjustment following injury or diagnosis
- Anxiety and stress management
- Fatigue management
- Cognitive rehabilitation strategies
- Mindfulness and wellbeing
- Social skills and confidence building
- Monitor and record service user progress and behavioural observations.
- Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and outcome measurement.
- Support positive behaviour approaches and psychologically informed care planning.
- Assist with clinical audits, service evaluation, research projects, and data collection.
- Work collaboratively with nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, and other professionals.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Psychology (minimum 2:1) recognised by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of psychological models, evidencebased interventions, and principles of clinical risk management.
- Ability to collect, analyse, and summarise clinical data, including outcome measures and behavioural observations.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to adapt communication for adults with diverse needs.
- Ability to work within professional and ethical guidelines, including safeguarding responsibilities.
- Competence in using IT systems, electronic patient records, and standard office software.
Desirable
- Experience supporting adults in inpatient, community mental health, neuropsychology, learning disability, or forensic settings.
- Experience conducting service related research, audits, or quality improvement projects.
- Experience delivering psychoeducation, group interventions, or wellbeing workshops.
- Knowledge of NHS policies, care pathways, and stepped care models.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Psychology (minimum 2:1) recognised by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of psychological models, evidencebased interventions, and principles of clinical risk management.
- Ability to collect, analyse, and summarise clinical data, including outcome measures and behavioural observations.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to adapt communication for adults with diverse needs.
- Ability to work within professional and ethical guidelines, including safeguarding responsibilities.
- Competence in using IT systems, electronic patient records, and standard office software.
Desirable
- Experience supporting adults in inpatient, community mental health, neuropsychology, learning disability, or forensic settings.
- Experience conducting service related research, audits, or quality improvement projects.
- Experience delivering psychoeducation, group interventions, or wellbeing workshops.
- Knowledge of NHS policies, care pathways, and stepped care models.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Active Care Group
Address
Sheridan Close
Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN2 4JX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Active Care Group
Address
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Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN2 4JX
United Kingdom
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2429755
Job summary
Applications are invited from Psychological Professionals (Practitioner psychologist, or psychotherapist/psychological therapist) for a 10-month fixed-term post providing psychological input within acute wards at Meadowfield Hospital ion Worthing. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative, motivated, creative and enthusiastic Psychological Professional interested in working within Adult Acute Care, to join our existing skilled and motivated multidisciplinary teams. The successful applicant will work closely with the psychology and therapies team across the hospital.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a key member of the acute clinical teams and must have a strong commitment to multi-disciplinary working. The role is varied and diverse and includes assessment and formulation of people with complex presentations, working with the whole team to develop formulations and care plans, direct interventions with service users and their families, supporting the wider team in their application of psychologically-informed approaches and supervision of colleagues.
About us
We will support you in this role and provide regular clinical and professional supervision. We believe that the best way to provide outstanding care to our patients is through teamwork and sharing our ideas. We have close links with the Clinical Psychology training schemes at Salomons and the University of Surrey offering trainee placements and engaging in research projects.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
354-AC-21345
Job locations
Meadowfield
Worthing
BN13 3EP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a psychological practitioner with the ability to innovate and implement service improvements. The post-holder will ideally be familiar with working in an NHS setting. Experience in working with people with severe and complex mental health difficulties in crisis (across the age span) is a benefit to this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a psychological practitioner with the ability to innovate and implement service improvements. The post-holder will ideally be familiar with working in an NHS setting. Experience in working with people with severe and complex mental health difficulties in crisis (across the age span) is a benefit to this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied psychology as approved by the HCPC, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Experience in highly specialist psychological assessment and treatment across outpatient, community, primary care, and inpatient settings
- Post-qualification experience as a practitioner psychologist with approximately 50 hours of clinical supervision
- Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, design and complex data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of applied psychology
- Experience working with diverse client groups across the lifespan, addressing a wide range of clinical severities, and maintaining a high degree of professionalism in challenging situations.
- Skilled in teaching, training and/or supervision
- Experience of applying psychology in different cultural contexts and working within a multicultural framework.
- Experience of representing psychology within the context of multidisciplinary care.
- Experience or demonstrable knowledge of working with the particular client group served by the team/service.
- Knowledge of relevant national and local guidance, legislation, and mental health frameworks
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialist psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. personality disorder, dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc
- High-level proficiency in at least two specialised psychological therapies and neuropsychology, with continued practice or training post-qualification.
- Formal training in supervision of other psychologists
- Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied psychology as approved by the HCPC, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Experience in highly specialist psychological assessment and treatment across outpatient, community, primary care, and inpatient settings
- Post-qualification experience as a practitioner psychologist with approximately 50 hours of clinical supervision
- Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, design and complex data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of applied psychology
- Experience working with diverse client groups across the lifespan, addressing a wide range of clinical severities, and maintaining a high degree of professionalism in challenging situations.
- Skilled in teaching, training and/or supervision
- Experience of applying psychology in different cultural contexts and working within a multicultural framework.
- Experience of representing psychology within the context of multidisciplinary care.
- Experience or demonstrable knowledge of working with the particular client group served by the team/service.
- Knowledge of relevant national and local guidance, legislation, and mental health frameworks
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialist psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. personality disorder, dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc
- High-level proficiency in at least two specialised psychological therapies and neuropsychology, with continued practice or training post-qualification.
- Formal training in supervision of other psychologists
- Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC
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
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Employer name
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Meadowfield
Worthing
BN13 3EP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Meadowfield
Worthing
BN13 3EP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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