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.

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.

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:

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.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to JD

Desirable

• Please refer to JD

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Please refer to JD Desirable Please refer to JD

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

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Stapleford House

Chelmsford

Essex

CM2 0QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Stapleford House

Chelmsford

Essex

CM2 0QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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

CO16 0BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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/

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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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

Employer details

Employer name

M. R. Trust

Address

Thicket Avenue

Bristol

Bristol

BS16 4EP

United Kingdom

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.

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.

Job summary

The Facilities Environmental Assistant (FEA) plays a vital role in supporting the smooth operation of site services. This multi-skilled position provides flexible cover across catering, housekeeping, and portering functions, ensuring continuity and high standards in service delivery. The role is designed to respond to operational gaps, reduce reliance on bank staff, and maintain efficiency in meeting the growing demands of the facilities service. The FEA contributes directly to creating a safe, clean, and well-managed environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Main duties of the job

The Facilities Environmental Assistant (FEA) is responsible for providing flexible support across catering, housekeeping, and portering services. Key duties include assisting with meal preparation and service, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in all areas, and supporting the movement of equipment and supplies as required. The role ensures continuity of essential services, covers operational gaps, and upholds high standards to meet the demands of the facilities team.

About us

Working for the Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and communities. The Trust is dedicated to providing high-quality mental health, learning disability, and community healthcare services, ensuring that you are part of a team that truly makes a difference. With a strong commitment to staff wellbeing, professional development, and flexible working arrangements, the Trust supports you in achieving a healthy work-life balance while advancing your career. Additionally, the diverse range of roles available means you can find a position that aligns with your skills and passions, all within a supportive and inclusive environment. Joining the Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust means being part of a forward-thinking organization that values its employees and strives to create a positive workplace culture.

Job summary

Are you an experienced and motivated Team Manager looking to inspire and support the Children and Young People Mental Health Service redesign project? CYPMH Dorset is entering an exciting period of growth and development, supported by new investment and a strong commitment to transforming how children and young people access mental health support.

As the Team Manager you will provide operational leadership within CAMHS I-Thrive services, delivering care across Getting Help, Getting More Help, and the Integrated Front Door. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred and evidence-based mental health care for children, young people and their families. The role involves close working with Senior Clinical Practitioners, Clinical Leads and partner agencies to ensure effective pathways, timely access and positive outcomes.

The Team Manager role is a full time, weekday post of 37.5 hours. We would welcome part time applicants with a minimum of 30 hours.

We do require some level of flexibility with elements of travel required. Locality cover can be discussed at interview stage. In addition, we also provide flexibility and can support hybrid working and how hours can be met to promote and support a healthy work life balance.

For queries, please contact [email protected]

Main duties of the job

• Provide operational leadership and line management to a CAMHS I-Thrive team
• Oversee referrals, triage, allocation and flow through Getting Help, Getting More Help and the Integrated Front Door
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care in line with THRIVE principles
• Monitor team performance, caseloads, waiting times and outcomes
• Promote robust risk management, safeguarding and patient safety
• Support staff supervision, appraisal, wellbeing and professional development
• Lead and support recruitment, induction and workforce planning
• Work collaboratively with health, education, local authority and VCSE partners
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and transformation activity
• Deputise for senior managers as required

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year p.a. pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

152-M005.26E

Job locations

Trust HQ

2 Nuffield Road

Poole

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Post graduate degree level study or equivalent in relevant profession.
• Current registration with appropriate professional body, eg NMC / HCPC / UKCP
• Robust knowledge and understanding of the Thrive service framework, and a commitment to adhering to the core principles of the framework across all aspects of service and system wide delivery

Job specific experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working with children and/or young people
• Experience of making judgements in complex operational or clinical matters
• Experience of working with safeguarding issues and contributing to training within a safeguarding environment

Managerial/supervisory experience

Essential

• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with all staff to ensure programmes of care are implemented
• Ability to carry out clinical supervision effectively

Desirable

• Evidence of effective staff management, including management of individual and team performance

Clinical Leadership Qualities

Essential

• In-depth experience of working in mental health services where multi-disciplinary working was embraced as part of service delivery
• Experience of assessing, planning and implementing programmes of care for young people

Person Specification Knowledge, skills and training Essential Post graduate degree level study or equivalent in relevant profession. Current registration with appropriate professional body, eg NMC / HCPC / UKCP Robust knowledge and understanding of the Thrive service framework, and a commitment to adhering to the core principles of the framework across all aspects of service and system wide delivery Job specific experience Essential Demonstrable experience of working with children and/or young people Experience of making judgements in complex operational or clinical matters Experience of working with safeguarding issues and contributing to training within a safeguarding environment Managerial/supervisory experience Essential Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with all staff to ensure programmes of care are implemented Ability to carry out clinical supervision effectively Desirable Evidence of effective staff management, including management of individual and team performance Clinical Leadership Qualities Essential In-depth experience of working in mental health services where multi-disciplinary working was embraced as part of service delivery Experience of assessing, planning and implementing programmes of care for young people

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust HQ

2 Nuffield Road

Poole

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust HQ

2 Nuffield Road

Poole

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Specialist Mental Health Nurse, to work in the Boscombe East Collaborative Primary Care Network which comprises of GP Practices based in Bournemouth. The successful candidate will be an experienced RMN Mental Health Practitioner with experience of working in a Primary Care and/or Community Mental Health Team setting.

This is an exciting role for those who are proactive and passionate about innovation and providing high-quality care to people who have been identified as in need of mental health support in a primary care setting. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and skill set in a highly innovative and creative environment.

We are looking for someone with a NMP qualification or with the passion to complete this qualification.

Applications from candidates that require current Healthcare worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

This role will work collaboratively between Primary Care and Secondary Mental Health Services as part of an Integrated Model of Care.

The intention is to focus services around local communities and local GP practices to help rebuild and reconnect healthcare teams across the communities they serve. This practitioner role will provide targeted care according to the needs of the population by supporting the PCN clinical strategy, including prescribing medication inline with your scope of practice and primary care guidance.

The practitioner will facilitate onward access to other secondary care-based services, third sector services and link in with existing support services via the Primary Care Network.

If you have the skills and qualities that meet the requirements for this post we would welcome your application.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-M365.26

Job locations

Boscombe East Collaborative Primary Care Network

Shelly Manor Clinic, Beechwood Avenue

Bournemouth

BH5 1LX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role. All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

• Registered RMN, OT, Social Work or Psychologist qualification and registration to degree/diploma level plus masters degree level or equivalent experience.
• Membership of the relevant Professional Body
• Experience of teaching and assessing students and other members of staff

Desirable

• Non-Medical Prescriber (if professionally appropriate)

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Experience at Registered Practitioner Band 6 level or above
• Evidence of risk management skills and experience.
• Experience of developing specialist programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing highly specialist advice
• Experience of multi-disciplinary working.

Desirable

• Evidence of working in primary care and understanding of primary care

Leadership/Supervisory Experience

Essential

• Evidence of proactive involvement in the supervision and development of members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Evidence of delivering education and training in practice.

Finance/Resources

Essential

• Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment

Information Technology/Resources

Essential

• Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems
• Able to analyse data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word

Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Training Essential Registered RMN, OT, Social Work or Psychologist qualification and registration to degree/diploma level plus masters degree level or equivalent experience. Membership of the relevant Professional Body Experience of teaching and assessing students and other members of staff Desirable Non-Medical Prescriber (if professionally appropriate) Job Specific Experience Essential Experience at Registered Practitioner Band 6 level or above Evidence of risk management skills and experience. Experience of developing specialist programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing highly specialist advice Experience of multi-disciplinary working. Desirable Evidence of working in primary care and understanding of primary care Leadership/Supervisory Experience Essential Evidence of proactive involvement in the supervision and development of members of the multi-disciplinary team. Evidence of delivering education and training in practice. Finance/Resources Essential Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment Information Technology/Resources Essential Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems Able to analyse data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Boscombe East Collaborative Primary Care Network

Shelly Manor Clinic, Beechwood Avenue

Bournemouth

BH5 1LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Boscombe East Collaborative Primary Care Network

Shelly Manor Clinic, Beechwood Avenue

Bournemouth

BH5 1LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Band 7 Practitioner Psychologist / CBT Therapist 0.8 wte: Bognor EIPS

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Practitioner Psychologist or CBT Therapist to join our Early Intervention in Psychosis Service (EIPS) in the Western locality (Bognor and Chichester), based at the Bedale Centre in Bognor Regis, a short walk from the beach. In Chichester our service does work within Chapel Street Clinic in centre of Chichester.

The Bognor EIPS are a friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team providing support and treatment to people aged 14 - 65 who are presenting with either a First Episode of Psychosis or an At Risk Mental State. We are looking for an enthusiastic Practitioner Psychologist or CBT Therapist, with strong clinical skills, to offer evidence-based psychological interventions to service users and their families. Psychological approaches are highly valued by the team, and you will have the opportunity to support and enhance psychologically-informed practice within the team. You will be closely supported by the Senior Psychologist in the team, and will be joining a positive and welcoming community of staff from the psychological professions working across EIPS in the Trust.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

As a Practitioner Psychologist or CBT Therapist working in our Bognor EIPS, your main duty is to contribute to the provision of psychological services from the team. This will include offering psychological assessments, formulation and evidence-based psychological interventions including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Psychosis and Family Interventions for Psychosis. There are opportunities for clinical skill development, including training in Family Interventions in Psychosis. Opportunity to develop your consultation, supervisory and leadership skills by assisting with team case formulations, consultations and training in order to support the team in delivering psychologically-informed care.

You will be provided with individual clinical supervision, group supervision for Family Interventions and CBTp and opportunities to link with other Practitioner Psychologists both within EIP and other services, for peer support. You will be able to develop your special interests and expertise in line with service and team objectives, and will be supported in your continuing professional development.

We welcome applications from qualified Clinical or Counselling Psychologists, professionally registered as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health Professions Council (HCPC); or from qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapists accredited with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy (BABCP).

About us

The Bognor EIPS team is one of six Early Intervention in Psychosis teams in Sussex. The teams have a service-wide leadership and governance group which oversees and leads on the delivery of care. Organisationally, EIPS sits within our specialist division.

Job summary

Exciting opportunity for Band 3 Administrator to join the Kent & Medway Urgent Mental Health Helpline- NHS 111 Opt 2 service. The service provides access to urgent and emergency mental health servicesfor people who are experiencing urgent mental health crisis.

The administrator role is a vital role in supporting the Urgent Mental Health Helpline with the day-to-day running of the Service including organisation of work for self and other team members.

The focus of the role is on customer service, organisation e.g. diary management and organising meetings & events, maintenance of effective and efficient working systems and supporting business and performance management.

Please note- the Urgent Mental Health Helpline are currently in Consultation regarding the team base location.There is a proposal for the team to undertake a two step move to West Kent with an interim move to a location in East Kent

Main duties of the job

• It is important that the successful applicants exhibits empathy and compassion, has a professional and flexible attitude, likes being part of a team, has initiative, good communication and interpersonal skills, is able to prioritise workloads and can work to agreed timescales.
• You will be self-sufficient and required to manage own workload and mainly work without supervision on a daily basis but this is readily available
• Post-holders will be able to adopt a systematic and proactive approach e.g. ensuring previous documentation is available for follow up review
• Manage time effectively ensuring systems and processes are efficient and do not duplicate each other or overlap with other team members tasks
• You will work autonomously but will receive regular supervision and appraisals by their line manager
• Meet and greet either by phone or face to face - welcoming visitors in courteous/prompt manner and check contact details are up to date.
• Liaises with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of line manager, colleague or team member
• Ensure KMMH standards are adhered to in terms of all communications and timescales when answering the phone, the message to the caller and promptly redirecting where appropriate.
• Scrutinise and process email inboxes, determines urgency and importance and takes appropriate action

About us

We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway.

Our teams support children, young people and adults with a wide range of mental health needs. We also provide specialist services, including all-age eating disorder services and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, such as autism and ADHD.

Because we work across the whole county and across hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the people we serve.

Our vision is simple: we are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. Everything we do is guided by our values: caring, inclusive, curious and confident.

Join us if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's working well together.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

380-WK0428

Job locations

Eastern & Coastal Area Offices-To be discussed at interview

Littlebourne Road

Canterbury

CT1 1AD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• May devise and distribute Trust leaflets and information e.g. on Mental Health Act to colleagues which highlight services available.Development of documents e.g. letters and spread sheets, slides, reports - to KMMH branding/standards.
• Perform basic patient administration e.g. on RiO amending non-clinical information - entry and deletion of non-clinical information such as referrals, appointments, waiting list entries, episode information, case load.
• May draft simple feedback questionnaires for clinician or manager approval, distribute and collate results on spread sheet
• Managing team daily setup according to requirements and staffing levels
• Preparation of standard and non-standard reports on activity, basic statistics
• Ability to cross check data from different systems to meet information needs and to highlight discrepancies
• Developing spread sheets for recording of local information where appropriate after checking whether existing report formats are available
• Ordering of stationery and supplies and managing stationery stores
• Compiling staff rotas though responsibility for cover arrangements will lie with manager/clinician
• Really efficient diary management, understands constraints and when to say no to diary entries having first established parameters with manager
• Arrange and co-ordinate appointments and meetings of all sizes

Please refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specification

Job description Job responsibilities May devise and distribute Trust leaflets and information e.g. on Mental Health Act to colleagues which highlight services available.Development of documents e.g. letters and spread sheets, slides, reports - to KMMH branding/standards. Perform basic patient administration e.g. on RiO amending non-clinical information - entry and deletion of non-clinical information such as referrals, appointments, waiting list entries, episode information, case load. May draft simple feedback questionnaires for clinician or manager approval, distribute and collate results on spread sheet Managing team daily setup according to requirements and staffing levels Preparation of standard and non-standard reports on activity, basic statistics Ability to cross check data from different systems to meet information needs and to highlight discrepancies Developing spread sheets for recording of local information where appropriate after checking whether existing report formats are available Ordering of stationery and supplies and managing stationery stores Compiling staff rotas though responsibility for cover arrangements will lie with manager/clinician Really efficient diary management, understands constraints and when to say no to diary entries having first established parameters with manager Arrange and co-ordinate appointments and meetings of all sizes Please refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specification

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• 9-4 GCSE English & Maths
• NVQ2/RSA 2 or equivalent

Desirable

• Experience in clinical or document typing
• Experience within NHS/mental health

Experience

Essential

• 2 years administration experience
• Experience in high quality customer services

Desirable

• Experience in NHS
• Experience using RIO

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Prioritisation & organisation of workloads
• Keyboard skills & knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
• Customer services experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of general office procedures

Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential 9-4 GCSE English & Maths NVQ2/RSA 2 or equivalent Desirable Experience in clinical or document typing Experience within NHS/mental health Experience Essential 2 years administration experience Experience in high quality customer services Desirable Experience in NHS Experience using RIO Knowledge & Skills Essential Prioritisation & organisation of workloads Keyboard skills & knowledge of Microsoft Office packages Customer services experience Desirable Knowledge of general office procedures

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

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Eastern & Coastal Area Offices-To be discussed at interview

Littlebourne Road

Canterbury

CT1 1AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kentmedwaymentalhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Eastern & Coastal Area Offices-To be discussed at interview

Littlebourne Road

Canterbury

CT1 1AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kentmedwaymentalhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The First Response Service is looking to recruit a passionate, experienced Senior Nurse Practitioner to join the team in the North First Response Service.

This is a demanding and challenging role where, as a successful candidate you will undertake triage and assessments for people who present in Mental health crisis. You will be required to demonstrate high levels of resilience, excellent problem solving and inter-personal skills as well as the ability to provide sound clinical and managerial advice and support to team members.

The post holder will also demonstrate a passion for quality improvement and an attitude which respects and values service users' choice and works alongside them and their carers to ensure they are at the centre of care planning.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be competent in mental health assessment and identifying and managing risk.

Professional responsibility for the Community Mental Health Team and in the setting and adhering to the overall standards, which will include assessment of need and delivery of care within the context of Effective Care Coordination.

The post holder will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values service users' and their carers.

The post holder will embrace the core values of the organisation and adopt the principles of Recovery.

About us

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a staff member to work in the Warrington area, covering several different GP surgeries within the working hours.

Core working hours are 9am-5pm.

This position is for an experienced registered mental health nurse to work in an exciting, innovative post that supports patients to access mental health support via Primary Care. It is vital that candidates have community experience and understand the role.

*This job is only suitable for a NMC Registered Mental Health Nurse.

The core working hours of this role are 9am - 5pm excluding bank holidays.

Applicants will need to confirm they are able to complete these hours and have the means to be able to travel between the different GP surgeries.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will work in the Primary Care setting, offering specialistMental health assessment to those patients who have moderate to severe mentalhealth conditions. This role allows the practitioner to work across the interfacebetween Primary Care setting and Secondary Care Mental Health Services to provideadvice, support, and assessment to patients. This will allow timelier access to servicesand ensure that the patient gets the right treatment at the right time and will offerthe practitioner the environment to work in an autonomous way.

The role aims to improve the experience for our patients with mental health needs toensure they can transition between services with the best support in place.

The post holder will be an effective member of a multi-disciplinary team, effectivelytriaging and signposting patients into the right team or service to support them intheir needs

The post holder will be supported in their role by a variety of other professionals.This includes Pharmacists, GP's, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Leads, NonMedical Prescribers and Psychologists - as well as the management team.

About us

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles."

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

350-MHC8198571-B

Job locations

Various GP surgeries for Halton PCN

Various GP surgeries within a PCN in Halton area

Warrington

WA7 2DA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a safe and effective day to day operation of the service, including the handling of clinical enquiries. The role holder may be required to undertake telephone triage screening assessments to assess the level of risk/priority with that patient, so they can be treated, signposted, or referred on to agencies as appropriate as well as face to face appointments within the GP surgery.

To undertake assessments of individual patients difficulties, establishing risk and determining the appropriate course of action, taking into consideration all possible options. The relationship should adopt a partnership approach, engaging service users in the positive management of their health and wellbeing.

Work with patients to support adherence to prescribed treatments, monitoring mental health medication, taking into consideration any physical health interactions.

To providing short term interventions and support, under the guidance of the GP and ensure that monitoring is well managed, and care and treatment is provided in line with practice standards.

Provide and receive information, some of which may be contentious, sensitive, and complex to and from individuals and their families/carers and actively support as appropriate.

To collate and organise contemporaneous information about opportunities and resources in the local area which may be of benefit to patients referred to the service (e.g., voluntary and community organisations, educational and recreational opportunities). Facilitate sign posting to other appropriate services and occasionally undertake very short-term interventions for patients with moderate to severe mental health difficulties.

To evaluate outcomes and maintain accurate clinical data.

Have an awareness of your own clinical competencies, knowledge base and experience and ensure that you practice within this and seek support as required.

Utilise clinical curiosity in assessing and developing treatment plans with patients. Obtaining and focussing on goal based outcomes with patients, using a holistic approach to their care and social circumstances.

To understand and process Quality Outcome Framework data.

Undertake joint assessment work (as required) with PCN colleagues.

Offer advice to or obtain advice for the Primary Care Team on appropriate interventions and on-going Service User care management.

Ensure systems/ pathways are in place to enable smooth transition between primary care and secondary mental health services.

Regularly be involved in quality improvement activity/audit/significant event review and clinical meetings.

Clinical Partnership

Support the establishment of partnerships and networks with key stakeholders across the PCN/ secondary mental health care system.

Develop links and foster a culture of partnership between Primary Care Teams and Secondary Mental Health Services.

Facilitate joint work with PCN, Secondary Care providers and Voluntary Care Sector (VCS) to increase range of services / interventions available to the communities.

Attend PCN meetings and work with PCN members to develop and implement joint governance and clinical forums.

Job description Job responsibilities To provide a safe and effective day to day operation of the service, including the handling of clinical enquiries. The role holder may be required to undertake telephone triage screening assessments to assess the level of risk/priority with that patient, so they can be treated, signposted, or referred on to agencies as appropriate as well as face to face appointments within the GP surgery. To undertake assessments of individual patients difficulties, establishing risk and determining the appropriate course of action, taking into consideration all possible options. The relationship should adopt a partnership approach, engaging service users in the positive management of their health and wellbeing. Work with patients to support adherence to prescribed treatments, monitoring mental health medication, taking into consideration any physical health interactions. To providing short term interventions and support, under the guidance of the GP and ensure that monitoring is well managed, and care and treatment is provided in line with practice standards. Provide and receive information, some of which may be contentious, sensitive, and complex to and from individuals and their families/carers and actively support as appropriate. To collate and organise contemporaneous information about opportunities and resources in the local area which may be of benefit to patients referred to the service (e.g., voluntary and community organisations, educational and recreational opportunities). Facilitate sign posting to other appropriate services and occasionally undertake very short-term interventions for patients with moderate to severe mental health difficulties. To evaluate outcomes and maintain accurate clinical data. Have an awareness of your own clinical competencies, knowledge base and experience and ensure that you practice within this and seek support as required. Utilise clinical curiosity in assessing and developing treatment plans with patients. Obtaining and focussing on goal based outcomes with patients, using a holistic approach to their care and social circumstances. To understand and process Quality Outcome Framework data. Undertake joint assessment work (as required) with PCN colleagues. Offer advice to or obtain advice for the Primary Care Team on appropriate interventions and on-going Service User care management. Ensure systems/ pathways are in place to enable smooth transition between primary care and secondary mental health services. Regularly be involved in quality improvement activity/audit/significant event review and clinical meetings. Clinical Partnership Support the establishment of partnerships and networks with key stakeholders across the PCN/ secondary mental health care system. Develop links and foster a culture of partnership between Primary Care Teams and Secondary Mental Health Services. Facilitate joint work with PCN, Secondary Care providers and Voluntary Care Sector (VCS) to increase range of services / interventions available to the communities. Attend PCN meetings and work with PCN members to develop and implement joint governance and clinical forums.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered on the appropriate part of the NMC register and hold a current NMC registration or holds a relevant professional qualification (to be maintained)
• Assessor/Mentorship Training*

Desirable

• Post registration training in relevant field
• Leadership/Management training
• Qualification in nonmedical prescribing

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of mentorship, supervision and coordination of staff.
• Experience of Care Planning process working in a multi- agency framework.
• Demonstrate a contribution to change management process
• Demonstrate experience of problem solving approaches
• Recovery model
• Mental Health Act (1983)
• Effective Care Coordination
• Relevant national policies and guidance
• Evidence based and reflective practice
• Mental Capacity Act
• Vulnerable Adults Procedure and Child Protection
• Safety, Privacy and Dignity Guidelines

Desirable

• Community experience
• Experience of working as a Nurse in Charge/ Shift Coordinator
• Experience in positive leadership of a team An overview of the Trust's objectives

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate sound leadership qualities and an understanding of management styles
• Understanding of quality and change in the clinical setting
• Ability to delegate and co-ordinate
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Ability to utilise assessment skills and tools effectively
• Ability to communicate in a variety of settings
• IT skills
• Able to present factual information and refer questions to others where appropriate
• Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues
• Effective time and workload management
• Mentorship skills and record keeping
• Ability to identify and minimise risk effectively
• Ability to travel in the course of performing duties.
• Flexible approach to working
• Commitment to effective teamwork
• Commitment to service development
• Good time management
• Demonstrate continuous professional development

Desirable

• Project Management
• Formulation of reports
• Presentation skills
• Resource and budget management

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered on the appropriate part of the NMC register and hold a current NMC registration or holds a relevant professional qualification (to be maintained) Assessor/Mentorship Training* Desirable Post registration training in relevant field Leadership/Management training Qualification in nonmedical prescribing Experience/Knowledge Essential Experience of mentorship, supervision and coordination of staff. Experience of Care Planning process working in a multi- agency framework. Demonstrate a contribution to change management process Demonstrate experience of problem solving approaches Recovery model Mental Health Act (1983) Effective Care Coordination Relevant national policies and guidance Evidence based and reflective practice Mental Capacity Act Vulnerable Adults Procedure and Child Protection Safety, Privacy and Dignity Guidelines Desirable Community experience Experience of working as a Nurse in Charge/ Shift Coordinator Experience in positive leadership of a team An overview of the Trust's objectives Skills Essential Demonstrate sound leadership qualities and an understanding of management styles Understanding of quality and change in the clinical setting Ability to delegate and co-ordinate Ability to work to deadlines Ability to utilise assessment skills and tools effectively Ability to communicate in a variety of settings IT skills Able to present factual information and refer questions to others where appropriate Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues Effective time and workload management Mentorship skills and record keeping Ability to identify and minimise risk effectively Ability to travel in the course of performing duties. Flexible approach to working Commitment to effective teamwork Commitment to service development Good time management Demonstrate continuous professional development Desirable Project Management Formulation of reports Presentation skills Resource and budget management

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

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Various GP surgeries for Halton PCN

Various GP surgeries within a PCN in Halton area

Warrington

WA7 2DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Various GP surgeries for Halton PCN

Various GP surgeries within a PCN in Halton area

Warrington

WA7 2DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust is a Top Employer Award Winner and works in partnership to provide responsive and dependable primary care, mental health, intellectual disability and substance misuse services to the diverse and culturally rich communities we serve.

In our quest to deliver patient-focused quality care we are looking to recruit a highly motivated, innovative and enthusiastic Senior Psychologist to join our forward thinking, friendly and expanding Mental Health Team at HMP Woodhill. By joining our Prison Health Care Team, you will not only look after the healthcare needs of the prisoners, but will also have the opportunity to have a real impact on promoting health and well-being. We are keen to recruit someone with a passion for working with people in custody, and those who have experienced trauma, adversity and offending.

Working in partnership with the criminal justice system and other agencies, we provide responsive, dependable and high-quality primary care and mental health services to those in prison, to improve their health status and to encourage social inclusion.

We strive to deliver a culturally competent and responsive service that can meet the needs of our population. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities.

Main duties of the job

To provide a key role in integrating clinical psychology within the wider mental health team.

To provide a comprehensive specialist clinical psychology service to service users.

To provide specialist psychological assessment and therapy as well as offering advice and consultation on service users' psychological care to other members of the clinical team.

To work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the service's policies and procedures.

To utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and research within the Health & Justice Services Directorate.

To provide clinical supervision to other members of the team when appropriate.

To contribute to the reflective practice and critical thinking of the team on a case-by-case basis (e.g. complex case reviews) and in service improvement.

About us

CNWL's Health and Justice Services are led by a highly motivated team with vast experience in healthcare within secure environments. We employ a range of psychologists and psychological therapists with clinical, counselling and forensic trainings. Psychologists work within the mental health services in numerous sites, across prisons, YOIs and secure hospitals, with children and adults, men and women and across the range of security categories. Psychologists also lead four specialist Offender Personality Disorder (OPD) commissioned services and Sexual Behaviour Services in the youth estate.

Joining a large, forward-thinking Trust will bring successful candidates excellent development opportunities, an exciting career structure, and job satisfaction. Psychologists from across Health and Justice come together for professional and clinical development. High quality supervision and continuing professional development are integral to our approach and to our intent to support and retain an excellent team. Focused training which contributes to your own development and to our service development will be supported.

Job summary

Unfortunately NPC does not hold a license for Visa Sponsorship and cannot progress any applications for candidates without the right to work in the UK.

Base:Norfolk Primary Care Head Office, 3rd Floor, Reed House, Peachman Way, Norwich, NR7 0WF, with regular travel to WorkWell neighbourhood delivery sites across Norfolk and some remote working.

Fixed Term Contract:Fixed term to 31 March 2029

Working hours:15 hours per week (0.4 WTE, Part Time)

Salary:£22,400 (Pro-Rata)

Main duties of the job

Hosted by NPC and working within the WorkWell Norfolk service, the Mental Health and Work Specialist provides the specialist mental health challenges find, return to, and keep in paid work as part of their recovery within the WorkWell Multidisciplinary Team (MDT). Mental health is the most common primary reason for a fit note locally, and depression affects nearly half of people with repeated fit notes, so most WorkWell participants will have a primary or co-existing mental health need. The postholder assesses mental health need and risk, delivers brief, work focused interventions, and advises the ANP and Work and Health Coaches so that participants are supported safely and plans address psychological as well as physical and social barriers to work.

As a part-time post (0.4 WTE), the role is designed to make a small amount of specialist time go a long way: a limited direct caseload of participants who need clinical mental health support input, alongside case consultation, supervision and training that build the confidence and skills of the wider team. The role suits an experienced, registered mental health professional who works autonomously, understand the challenges faced by people with enduring mental health challenges, manages risk confidently and enjoys teaching and supporting non-clinical colleagues.

About us

Norfolk Primary Care (NPC) is a Community Interest Company (CIC) delivering clinical services across the Norfolk & Waveney region. Our membership consists of GP practices within the area. NPC's purpose is to:

• Sustain the delivery of Primary Care by supporting workforce development and improving patient access.
• Strengthen and enhance Primary Care by working with, and on behalf of, local practices to drive quality improvement.
• Support practices in addressing key challenges such as workload pressures, GP recruitment, best practice sharing, and opportunities for at scale working.
• Respond to the evolving landscape of Primary Care by helping ensure services meet the needs of the local population.
• Provide benefits to patients, clinicians, administrative teams, and practice organisations across Norfolk.
• Work collaboratively within the wider health system to deliver patient care in innovative, solution focused ways

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£22,400 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

E0179-2001

Job locations

3rd Floor, Reed House

Peachman Way

Broadland Business Park

Norwich

NR7 0WF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Key Responsibilities

1.1 Mental Health Assessment and Risk Management

• Undertake mental health assessments for participants identified at triage, by Work and Health Coaches or at MDT as needing clinical mental health input, jointly with the participant's Work and Health Coach wherever possible so the participant only tells their story once.
• Understanding of mental health recovery, secondary mental health services, and the challenges faced by people with severe or enduring mental health issues
• Assess and manage risk where participants express thoughts of suicide or self-harm (which is not an exclusion criterion), agreeing safety plans and advising whether WorkWell is the most appropriate service at that time.
• Advise the ANP and SPOA on triage decisions for referrals with significant mental health need, within the one working day triage standard on working days, with agreed arrangements for clinical cover on non-working days.
• Where a participant's needs go beyond a low-intensity offer, arrange a warm handover to the right service (for example NHS Talking Therapies, community mental health or crisis services) and follow up so that support is integrated into their WorkWell plan.
• Deliver care for accepted participants in partnership with their GP and/or existing mental health worker, keeping them informed of assessment, risk and outcomes.
• Recognise neurodiversity and learning disability and adapt assessment and support accordingly.

1.2 Brief, Work-Focused Interventions

• Hold a small, time-limited caseload [indicative size TBC] of participants needing clinical mental health intervention within the WorkWell model of approximately eight weeks.
• Deliver evidence-based, low-intensity psychological interventions, one to one or in groups (for example CBT-informed approaches, behavioural activation, anxiety and stress management, sleep and self-management support).
• Focus interventions on work: confidence and anxiety about returning, managing symptoms in the workplace, disclosure and conversations with employers.
• Contribute the mental health elements of the participant's personalised care plan and SMART goals, embedding Making Every Contact Count (MECC).
• Advise participants, coaches and (with consent) employers on reasonable adjustments, phased returns and changes of duties for people with mental health conditions.
• Where professionally eligible and assessed as competent, certify fit notes (Med3) for participants under WorkWell care in line with DHSC and DWP guidance, updating the clinical record and informing the GP.
• Use outcome measures (including EQ-5D and the Attitudes to Work and Health questionnaire) to review progress and inform discharge.

1.3 MDT Contribution and Case Consultation

• Attend the WorkWell MDT, providing the mental health perspective on case discussion, risk, onward referral and discharge decisions.
• Offer case consultation to Work and Health Coaches between MDT meetings, helping them continue to support participants with mental health needs within their competence.
• Review complex or stalled cases where mental health is a barrier to progress and recommend next steps.
• Prioritise limited clinical time with the ANP, balancing direct caseload, consultation, supervision and training so the role has the greatest impact across the six Norfolk neighbourhood areas.

1.4 Supervision, Training and Education

• Provide clinical supervision and reflective practice to Work and Health Coaches on the mental health aspects of their work, including the low-level interventions they deliver under supervision of a registered clinician.
• Design and deliver training for the WorkWell team on mental health awareness, risk conversations, safety planning and when to escalate.
• Support education for employers and system partners on mental health and work, a priority identified by employers in the ICB's engagement survey.
• Advise on the content of condition-specific self-care resources used by the team.

1.5 Clinical Governance, Records and Partnerships

• Work within the WorkWell clinical governance framework so that assessment, intervention and discharge are clinically safe, evidence based and in line with professional standards.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records, including updates to the participant's GP record (SystmOne or EMIS), in line with the relevant professional codes, UK GDPR and NPC information governance policies.
• Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns for adults and children, applying the Mental Capacity Act, in line with ICB and NPC policies.
• Report incidents and contribute to learning in line with the NPC Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) Policy.
• Build working relationships and clear referral routes with NHS Talking Therapies (including its employment advisers), Individual Placement and Support services, community mental health and crisis services, and VCFSE mental health providers.
• Feedback themes on unmet mental health need and gaps in local provision to the ANP and Clinical Lead to inform service improvement and ICB commissioning.

2. Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

• Communicate sensitively and effectively with participants experiencing distress, and with carers and families where appropriate.
• Liaise with GPs, mental health services and other professionals about participants' care, risk and outcomes.
• Explain mental health need and its impact on work in plain language to non-clinical colleagues and, with consent, employers.
• Contribute mental health information to service reports, audits and evaluation as required by the ANP and WorkWell Service Manager.

2.1 Other Responsibilities

• Working with the ANP, WorkWell Service Manager and wider team:
• Contribute to the development of WorkWell pathways, protocols and risk procedures for participants with mental health needs.
• Take part in clinical audit, including the quarterly Clinical Triage Audit where mental health cases are sampled.
• Participate in own clinical supervision and maintain professional registration and revalidation.
• Work flexibly within contracted hours to meet service need, by agreement.

Undertake other ad hoc duties as requested by the ANP or WorkWell Service Manager.

Job description Job responsibilities 1. Key Responsibilities1.1 Mental Health Assessment and Risk Management Undertake mental health assessments for participants identified at triage, by Work and Health Coaches or at MDT as needing clinical mental health input, jointly with the participant's Work and Health Coach wherever possible so the participant only tells their story once. Understanding of mental health recovery, secondary mental health services, and the challenges faced by people with severe or enduring mental health issues Assess and manage risk where participants express thoughts of suicide or self-harm (which is not an exclusion criterion), agreeing safety plans and advising whether WorkWell is the most appropriate service at that time. Advise the ANP and SPOA on triage decisions for referrals with significant mental health need, within the one working day triage standard on working days, with agreed arrangements for clinical cover on non-working days. Where a participant's needs go beyond a low-intensity offer, arrange a warm handover to the right service (for example NHS Talking Therapies, community mental health or crisis services) and follow up so that support is integrated into their WorkWell plan. Deliver care for accepted participants in partnership with their GP and/or existing mental health worker, keeping them informed of assessment, risk and outcomes. Recognise neurodiversity and learning disability and adapt assessment and support accordingly.1.2 Brief, Work-Focused Interventions Hold a small, time-limited caseload [indicative size TBC] of participants needing clinical mental health intervention within the WorkWell model of approximately eight weeks. Deliver evidence-based, low-intensity psychological interventions, one to one or in groups (for example CBT-informed approaches, behavioural activation, anxiety and stress management, sleep and self-management support). Focus interventions on work: confidence and anxiety about returning, managing symptoms in the workplace, disclosure and conversations with employers. Contribute the mental health elements of the participant's personalised care plan and SMART goals, embedding Making Every Contact Count (MECC). Advise participants, coaches and (with consent) employers on reasonable adjustments, phased returns and changes of duties for people with mental health conditions. Where professionally eligible and assessed as competent, certify fit notes (Med3) for participants under WorkWell care in line with DHSC and DWP guidance, updating the clinical record and informing the GP. Use outcome measures (including EQ-5D and the Attitudes to Work and Health questionnaire) to review progress and inform discharge.1.3 MDT Contribution and Case Consultation Attend the WorkWell MDT, providing the mental health perspective on case discussion, risk, onward referral and discharge decisions. Offer case consultation to Work and Health Coaches between MDT meetings, helping them continue to support participants with mental health needs within their competence. Review complex or stalled cases where mental health is a barrier to progress and recommend next steps. Prioritise limited clinical time with the ANP, balancing direct caseload, consultation, supervision and training so the role has the greatest impact across the six Norfolk neighbourhood areas.1.4 Supervision, Training and Education Provide clinical supervision and reflective practice to Work and Health Coaches on the mental health aspects of their work, including the low-level interventions they deliver under supervision of a registered clinician. Design and deliver training for the WorkWell team on mental health awareness, risk conversations, safety planning and when to escalate. Support education for employers and system partners on mental health and work, a priority identified by employers in the ICB's engagement survey. Advise on the content of condition-specific self-care resources used by the team.1.5 Clinical Governance, Records and Partnerships Work within the WorkWell clinical governance framework so that assessment, intervention and discharge are clinically safe, evidence based and in line with professional standards. Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records, including updates to the participant's GP record (SystmOne or EMIS), in line with the relevant professional codes, UK GDPR and NPC information governance policies. Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns for adults and children, applying the Mental Capacity Act, in line with ICB and NPC policies. Report incidents and contribute to learning in line with the NPC Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) Policy. Build working relationships and clear referral routes with NHS Talking Therapies (including its employment advisers), Individual Placement and Support services, community mental health and crisis services, and VCFSE mental health providers. Feedback themes on unmet mental health need and gaps in local provision to the ANP and Clinical Lead to inform service improvement and ICB commissioning.2. Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Communicate sensitively and effectively with participants experiencing distress, and with carers and families where appropriate. Liaise with GPs, mental health services and other professionals about participants' care, risk and outcomes. Explain mental health need and its impact on work in plain language to non-clinical colleagues and, with consent, employers. Contribute mental health information to service reports, audits and evaluation as required by the ANP and WorkWell Service Manager.2.1 Other ResponsibilitiesWorking with the ANP, WorkWell Service Manager and wider team: Contribute to the development of WorkWell pathways, protocols and risk procedures for participants with mental health needs. Take part in clinical audit, including the quarterly Clinical Triage Audit where mental health cases are sampled. Participate in own clinical supervision and maintain professional registration and revalidation. Work flexibly within contracted hours to meet service need, by agreement. Undertake other ad hoc duties as requested by the ANP or WorkWell Service Manager.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Substantial post-registration experience in primary care, community or NHS Talking Therapies mental health settings
• Assessing and managing people with common mental health problems, including depression and anxiety
• Suicide and self-harm risk assessment and safety planning
• Delivering brief, evidence-based psychological interventions, one to one and/or in groups
• Working autonomously within a multidisciplinary team and contributing to MDT decisions
• Supervising, teaching or supporting non-clinical or unregistered staff
• Applying safeguarding procedures and the Mental Capacity Act in practice

Desirable

• Supporting people with mental health conditions to stay in or return to work
• Working with employers, occupational health or employment advisers
• Working with neurodivergent people and people with a learning disability
• Use of GP clinical systems (SystmOne and/or EMIS)
• Knowledge of local mental health services and pathways in Norfolk
• Delivering training to professionals or employers

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Confident, autonomous clinical decision making and risk management
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including with people in distress
• Ability to teach, supervise and build the confidence of non-clinical colleagues
• Ability to prioritise limited part-time hours across caseload, consultation and training
• Clear, accurate and timely clinical record keeping
• Good IT skills, including clinical systems and Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage own emotions and be resilient in a demanding environment
• Flexible, collaborative approach to working in a new and developing service

Desirable

• Group facilitation skills
• Motivational interviewing or health coaching techniques
• Understanding of the relationship between work and health

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered mental health professional with current registration (e.g. Registered Mental Health Nurse (NMC), Occupational Therapist or Practitioner Psychologist (HCPC), or Social Worker (Social Work England)
• Degree or diploma level professional qualification in the relevant discipline
• Post-registration training in brief psychological interventions (e.g. CBT-informed approaches)
• Safeguarding adults and children training at Level 3
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification in psychological therapy (e.g. CBT, PWP) or BABCP accreditation
• Clinical supervision qualification or training
• Fit Note and Work and Health e-learning (e-LfH)
• Training in vocational rehabilitation, IPS or employment support
• Suicide prevention or safety planning training (e.g. STORM, ASIST)

Person Specification Experience Essential Substantial post-registration experience in primary care, community or NHS Talking Therapies mental health settings Assessing and managing people with common mental health problems, including depression and anxiety Suicide and self-harm risk assessment and safety planning Delivering brief, evidence-based psychological interventions, one to one and/or in groups Working autonomously within a multidisciplinary team and contributing to MDT decisions Supervising, teaching or supporting non-clinical or unregistered staff Applying safeguarding procedures and the Mental Capacity Act in practice Desirable Supporting people with mental health conditions to stay in or return to work Working with employers, occupational health or employment advisers Working with neurodivergent people and people with a learning disability Use of GP clinical systems (SystmOne and/or EMIS) Knowledge of local mental health services and pathways in Norfolk Delivering training to professionals or employers Skills and Abilities Essential Confident, autonomous clinical decision making and risk management Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including with people in distress Ability to teach, supervise and build the confidence of non-clinical colleagues Ability to prioritise limited part-time hours across caseload, consultation and training Clear, accurate and timely clinical record keeping Good IT skills, including clinical systems and Microsoft Office Ability to manage own emotions and be resilient in a demanding environment Flexible, collaborative approach to working in a new and developing service Desirable Group facilitation skills Motivational interviewing or health coaching techniques Understanding of the relationship between work and health Qualifications Essential Registered mental health professional with current registration (e.g. Registered Mental Health Nurse (NMC), Occupational Therapist or Practitioner Psychologist (HCPC), or Social Worker (Social Work England) Degree or diploma level professional qualification in the relevant discipline Post-registration training in brief psychological interventions (e.g. CBT-informed approaches) Safeguarding adults and children training at Level 3 Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Postgraduate qualification in psychological therapy (e.g. CBT, PWP) or BABCP accreditation Clinical supervision qualification or training Fit Note and Work and Health e-learning (e-LfH) Training in vocational rehabilitation, IPS or employment support Suicide prevention or safety planning training (e.g. STORM, ASIST)

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

Norfolk Primary Care C.I.C.

Address

3rd Floor, Reed House

Peachman Way

Broadland Business Park

Norwich

NR7 0WF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://norfolkprimarycare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk Primary Care C.I.C.

Address

3rd Floor, Reed House

Peachman Way

Broadland Business Park

Norwich

NR7 0WF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://norfolkprimarycare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you an experienced Clinical or Counselling Psychologist who is looking to work in a dedicated team? An opportunity has arisen to join the Adult Psychology Service within Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust. The job is based with Bournemouth East CMHT, Kings Park Hospital.

As a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist you will be solely accountable and responsible for the direct delivery of psychological services to adults with significant mental illness/disorder. You will be skilled in assessment, formulation, and in the delivery of appropriate highly specialised psychological therapies, where highly complex facts must be considered, and where expert opinion may differ. You will provide highly specialised advice to clients, their families, and carers where appropriate, and to the wider multidisciplinary team.

The role is diverse and allows opportunities to develop your own individual therapy skills, work on service development, continue with your professional development, and work with a range of skilled professionals who are all passionate about working with adults. The Adult Psychology Service is committed to supporting its staffs development by providing high quality training and supervision opportunities as well as regular opportunities for staff to connect, support and learn from each other.

Driving is essential for this role. You will be required to have a full and valid UK driving licence and to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Main duties of the job

This is a part-time post, 30 hours per week and flexible working is available.

You will be skilled in assessment, formulation, and in the delivery of appropriate highly specialisedpsychological therapies, where highly complex facts must be considered, and where expert opinion may differ.

You will undertake clinically relevant research and audit evaluation, as well as supervise the research & development activities of Assistants and Trainee Clinical Psychologists.

You will be responsible for developing highly specialised programmes of care.Judgements need to be made involving highly complex facts or situations, which require the analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options.

You will need to be able to share sensitive information with clients, their carers and other professionals, whose opinion may differ.

You will receive regular highly specialised supervision in common with good practice guidelines.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

For further details please contact Dr Lilian Garcia-Roberts, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Clinical and Service Lead on 01202 584440 or email [email protected]

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£46,022 to £51,800 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-M257.26A

Job locations

Kings Park Hospital

Gloucester Road

Bournemouth

BH7 6JE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role. All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do [email protected]

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Ability to use a computer and internet for word processing, keeping electronic notes, spreadsheets, presentations, teaching and information seeking purposes

Essential

Essential

• Membership of HCPC
• Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS or HCPC
• Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology as practiced within the field of clinical psychology
• Experience of clinical supervision for trainee and assistant clinical psychologists
• Knowledge of legislation, white papers, etc. and implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to adults

Essential

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business
• Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the BPS and HCPC and working to professional guidelines. Must be capable of working on their own initiative and acting independently
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively
• Ability to use a computer and internet for word processing, keeping electronic notes, spreadsheets, presentations, teaching and information seeking purposes

Desireable

Essential

• Clinical experience with adults under a psychology service
• Experience of assessment and formulation
• Experience and formal training in at least 2 psychological therapies
• Experience of completing specialist assessments

Person Specification Essential Essential Ability to use a computer and internet for word processing, keeping electronic notes, spreadsheets, presentations, teaching and information seeking purposes Essential Essential Membership of HCPC Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS or HCPC Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology as practiced within the field of clinical psychology Experience of clinical supervision for trainee and assistant clinical psychologists Knowledge of legislation, white papers, etc. and implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to adults Essential Essential Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the BPS and HCPC and working to professional guidelines. Must be capable of working on their own initiative and acting independently Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively Ability to use a computer and internet for word processing, keeping electronic notes, spreadsheets, presentations, teaching and information seeking purposes Desireable Essential Clinical experience with adults under a psychology service Experience of assessment and formulation Experience and formal training in at least 2 psychological therapies Experience of completing specialist assessments

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kings Park Hospital

Gloucester Road

Bournemouth

BH7 6JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kings Park Hospital

Gloucester Road

Bournemouth

BH7 6JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

With significant changes on the horizon to the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act, we are looking to appoint aMental Health Legislation Assistant to support the delivery of an effective and responsive Mental Health Legislation Service within BSMHFT.

Based within the Mental Health Legislation Office at Oleaster, you will receive, scrutinise and process documentation relating to patients' admission, treatment and care under the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act, helping to ensure legal requirements and statutory deadlines are met. While knowledge of mental health legislation would be advantageous, full training can be provided.

We are seeking an experienced administrator who is organised, adaptable and able to manage competing priorities. You will have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and confidence using Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Excel, Word, Teams, Copilot and PowerPoint.

The successful candidate will handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion, work collaboratively with a wide range of professionals and external agencies, and be willing to travel across Birmingham and Solihull to provide Trust-wide support when required.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist knowledge, contribute to patient rights and legal compliance, and play a key role during an exciting period of legislative change. Excellent development opportunities are available.

Main duties of the job

As a Mental Health Legislation Assistant, you will act as the first point of contact for patients, visitors and professionals, dealing with enquiries maintaining confidentiality at all times. You will support the administration of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act by receiving, scrutinising and processing legal documentation, ensuring accuracy, compliance and adherence to statutory deadlines. You will support Mental Health Tribunals, Hospital Managers' Hearings, renewals and reviews by coordinating correspondence, arranging hearings, monitoring deadlines and maintaining accurate records. The role includes monitoring and liaising with clinical teams and external agencies, identifying documentation errors or omissions and escalating concerns appropriately.

You will maintain patient records, produce activity reports, manage case files and provide administrative support to the Mental Health Legislation Administrator and wider department. The role includes providing cross-cover during periods of absence, supporting new staff, maintaining records, and participating in service improvements. You will be required to comply with Trust policies, undertake mandatory training and maintain up-to-date knowledge through continuing professional development and regular appraisal.

About us

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and ambitious Assistant Psychologist within the Mental Health Autism Team. The service has recently expanded to cover a defined cohort of autistic service users within community mental health services, who are at increased risk of readmissions to inpatient mental health services or frequently utilise unplanned care.

This appointment is offered on a fixed-term basis for up to six (3) months, commencing [start date] and the contract will automatically terminate on the End date, with no extension. This is due to time-limited funding available for the post.

The post spans acute and community mental health services across Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham and Hounslow. The post will be based across both Hammersmith and Fulham and Lakeside Mental Health Units, but will involve outreach provision and therefore travel across all three boroughs.This role is intended to support autistic service users accessing inpatient or crisis mental health services. The service also supports people at increased risk of readmission, with the overall aim of improving the care and experience of admissions and supporting earlier, sustainable and safe discharges, and reducing the risk of readmissions.

Main duties of the job

This post offers an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and enthusiastic Assistant Psychologist, looking to gain experience in both mental health and autism. The successful candidate will offer a thorough, compassionate and evidence-based service to adults with a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of autism within inpatient and crisis mental health services. The post will also involve an outreach component, offering community-based input to autistic adults at risk of readmission or who frequently utilise unplanned care.

As an integral member of the Mental Health Autism Team, the post holder will have knowledge and understanding of taking a strengths-based approach to working with autistic people, supporting the individual and teams to identify and meet unmet needs. The role offers opportunities for service development and clinical audits. Multidisciplinary joint working will be central to the development of integrated care, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders will be key.

Further details are available in the Job Description. Interested applicants are encouraged to contact the following senior clinicians to arrange a telephone discussion:

Samia Ezzamel (Autism Lead & Consultant Psychological Therapist): [email protected]

Emma Turner (Principal Dramatherapist): [email protected]

About us

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.

The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.

The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative

Job summary

Senior Clinical Psychologist Band 8a

(We would also welcome applications from candidates who do not yet meet the criteria for the Band 8a role but would meet the criteria for the Band 7 job description (please see "additional documents" on NHS Jobs).

We are able to offer this post on a part-time basis at 0.8WTE" and, in the next paragraph, "We anticipate that interviews for this post will be held in January 2027

In these instances, the successful candidate would be appointed to a Development Post role at Band 7. On commencing the role, they will develop a learning development plan with their supervisor and manager to achieve specific competencies within an appropriate timescale. It is expected that this process will be achievable within a period of up to two years and promotion to an 8a post will occur once the plan has been successfully completed.

This will be further discussed as part of the interview and recruitment process as appropriate. As such, applications from newly qualified/soon to qualify clinicians would be welcomed)

Main duties of the job

To provide a highly specialist clinical psychology service to children and young people and families with complex and severe mental health problems.

Clinically, the post-holder will be responsible for individual case management and will be expected to conduct highly specialist psychological assessments, produce highly complex formulations, and deliver direct therapeutic work.

They will also provide specialist advice and consultation to a range of multiagency professionals and non-professional carers, and utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development.

The post holder will be expected to work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the team's policies and procedures.

About us

At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.

We put 'People at our Heart'; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.

• generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us
• excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more
• salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more
• discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes
• wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more
• staff networks and support group

We're always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join our soon to be established Neighbourhood Team Heath Teams.

This role will primarily sit within the Complex Needs, SMI and Recovery pathway, offering psychological assessment and interventions to adults experiencing complex, severe, and enduring mental health problems.

We offer a comprehensive induction programme, high-quality clinical supervision and a good peer support network to help you to settle quickly and develop in your role. There will also be opportunities for you to meet regularly with other qualified Psychologists across the Trust for CPD events and service development/transformation projects. We have established links with the University of Surrey Doctoral Clinical Psychology training course and welcome the contribution of Psychologists in Training.

Applicants have to be HCPC registered or soon to be (within next 3 months) registered. Subject to reasonable adjustments in respect of any disability, candidates must possess a valid driving licence and be able to drive and have the unrestricted use of a car or motorcycle for work at all times for community-based roles where client visits are a significant part of the role.

Main duties of the job

You will utilise a diverse range of professional skills, which includes completing comprehensive assessments and formulations, therapy interventions, neuropsychology assessment, consultation and training to non-psychology colleagues, and contribution to service development initiatives.

Other responsibilities will include:

Undertaking comprehensive risk assessments and developing effective risk management plans.

Supporting team managers/ Clinical leads in the development and delivery of effective services.

Conducting clinical audit, quality assurance and research, maintaining current knowledge of research findings and development within specific care groups.

Contributing to the supervision of assistant psychologists as required.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of health and social care services for people of all ages with mental ill-health and learning disabilities in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We also provide social care services for people with a learning disability in Croydon and ASD and ADHD assessment services in Hampshire.

We actively seek to engage people who use our services and our communities in improving the mental wellbeing of the local population. We work closely with other NHS and voluntary sector organisations who provide services and support people who use services and carers.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast.

Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach.

For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Patient Engagement Lead to join the team at HMP Altcourse.

This is an excellent development opportunity for a motivated and dynamic individual who is passionate about improving patient experience, strengthening patient voice, and driving highquality health promotion for a vulnerable and diverse population.

The Patient Engagement Lead plays a key role in enhancing how patients interact with our service, ensuring they feel informed, supported, and involved in decisions about their care. This highly visible and varied role involves close partnership working with both healthcare and prison colleagues, as well as external organisations.

Hours

This position is full time working 37.5 hours per week. Shifts are between 7am - 5pm, Monday - Friday.

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

You will lead on a wide range of patientfocused initiatives, including health promotion campaigns, patient forums, peersupport development, and improving insight into patient experience across the establishment

As our new Patient Engagement Lead, duties will include:

• Leading our Health Promotion Calendar and producing a monthly themed health newsletter
• Coordinating, facilitating, and evaluating patient forums across the prison
• Maintaining a strong presence on the wings to gather insight, build rapport, and enhance patient experience
• Supporting the delivery and training of Healthcare Champions
• Representing healthcare at User Voice meetings and developing positive working relationships with staff and partner organisations
• Monitoring, analysing, and responding to patient feedback, concerns, compliments, and complaints
• Proactively gathering patient experience insights to inform service improvements
• Contributing to the delivery of the Patient Engagement Strategy and wider qualityimprovement work

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:

• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development

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

This opportunity would suit someone who is:

• Passionate about inclusion and patientcentred care
• Confident working facetoface with service users
• Skilled at communicating with diverse and complex patient groups
• Proactive, organised, and comfortable working independently
• Motivated by improving health outcomes and patient experience

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.

Job summary

This exciting and innovative position will provide mental health support to Tunbridge Wells Primary Care Network (PCN) in Kent.

We are looking for an experienced Mental Health Practitioner: Nurses/Social Workers/Occupational Therapists to work in Tunbridge Wells PCN as part of the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS).

It is an exciting time to join services in Kent as we are transforming community Mental Health services and these roles are the building blocks for those developments. You will primarily work in the PCN as a member of the integrated teams in GP surgeries.

The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

Main duties of the job

The practitioner will be embedded as part of the PCN Multi-Disciplinary Team. Working alongside the other roles, you will have close links with the community mental health Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). The practitioner can access and draw on secondary mental health services and help provide a "bridge" between primary care and secondary mental health providers by delivering high quality mental health care in Primary Care Settings.

The role requires a highly competent, proficient practitioner, who is able to work autonomously & creatively in this busy, demanding role. Excellent assessment skills and knowledge of local resources are essential to this role, as it is the gatekeeper and guardian for referral to secondary care services.

We are seeking experienced Mental Health Practitioners who can come and make a difference. Providing high quality interventions in our new primary care integrated mental health service, you will be an important member of our primary care team.

About us

We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway.

Our teams support children, young people and adults with a wide range of mental health needs. We also provide specialist services, including all-age eating disorder services and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, such as autism and ADHD.

Because we work across the whole county and across hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the people we serve.

Our vision is simple: we are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. Everything we do is guided by our values: caring, inclusive, curious and confident.

Join us if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's working well together.

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