Job summary

The post holder will work as part of a small team supporting women as they move from secure inpatient care into a community residential setting. Dawn House is part of the Women's Secure Blended Service (WSBS), and this new step-down projectaims to help women build confidence, independence and stability as they prepare for community living. The role involves offering support with daily living skills, meaningful activities, emotional wellbeing, medication self-management and community integration. The post holder will use a trauma-informed approach and will work closely with inpatientstaff at Ardenleigh, ANAWIM, and other partner agencies to help create a smooth transition from hospital to community.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship; applicants must have existing work authorisation for the UK.

Due to the nature of the service and the close working relationship with ANAWIM and other women's services, this post is open to female applicants only.

Main duties of the job

Assist in supporting women with complex needs as they transition from secure inpatient care into a community residential environment. Working under the guidance of senior staff, you will contribute to the assessment of needs, the implementation and review of personalised support plans, and the promotion of independence through daily living skills, wellbeing activities and community engagement. You will build therapeutic, trauma-informed relationships that encourage confidence, recoveryand integration into the community. Following the required training, the post holder may support and oversee self-medication processes, including dispensing medication in line with Trust policy and individual support plans.The role involves working across both Dawn House and Ardenleigh to support a smooth, coordinated discharge pathway. You will maintain accurate documentation, communicate effectively with colleagues and partner agencies, and contribute to a safe, respectful and empowering environment that reflects the values of Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust.

Due to the nature of the service and the close working relationship withANAWIM and other women's services, this post is open to female applicants only.

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

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Clinical or Counselling Psychologist (Band 8a, 1.0 WTE) to help shape and deliver psychologically-informed care in our 24/7 recovery house service--a short-stay alternative to hospital admission for adults experiencing acute mental health distress.Working flexibly within a multidisciplinary team, you'll provide trauma-informed assessments, brief interventions, and psychological leadership in a recovery-focused, inclusive environment that centres lived experience and cultural safety.

Recovery House (RH)is a new and innovative service we are launching that meets an important need for people(18+)experiencing poor mental health. The RH will provide those in crisis with a safe, secure and welcoming environment to support the de-escalation of crisis. The House will be open to new and existing BSMHFT service users and will provide a homely environment, allowing people to retain independence, whilst receiving person centred and appropriate care.

The service which is part of the Trust's Urgent Care pathway is a partnership with Birmingham Mind and builds on the range of strong collaborations we have with the voluntary sector.

The RH will serve as a base for community integration, allowing service users to connect with local communities and provision, as well as their family/carers.

Main duties of the job

Tasks include:

o Provide psychological formulations and short-term interventions (CBT, trauma-informed approaches)

o Supervise and develop an Assistant Psychologist, colleagues in the team and support workers

o Support the team in crisis planning, reflective practice, and risk formulation

o Embed culturally responsive and trauma-informed care across the service

o Liaise with NHS and community services to support safe transitions

You will be professionally accountable to the Principal Psychologist Lead for Urgent Care and line managed by the Recovery House's Team Manager.

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

These posts provide outstanding research and career development opportunities for registered dietitians with an interest in mental health to be part of the delivery of the Wellcome-funded ENERGISE-BD clinical trial.

The ENERGISE-BD trial (Evaluating Nutritional Ketosis versus NHS EatWell Recommended Guidelines for Bipolar Disorder) is a randomised controlled trial for bipolar depression. It will compare the efficacy of nutritional ketosis approach with the NHS EatWell dietary guidelines.

Main duties of the job

Contribute as a key member of a team of researchers, alongside a Senior Dietitian (Jude Munn), recruiting patients and guiding these patients on the two dietary interventions being tested in this study and other clinical research (70% of time)

Collecting data on participants in the study, specifically relating to progress with delivering both of the nutritional interventions (10%)

Providing day-to-day supervision and support to other members of the ENERGISE-BD team, including a postdoctoral researcher and a clinical research fellow (5% of time).

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records to document recruitment progress and present progress reporting data at management group meetings (5%).

Contribute to the presentation of research findings at national and international level conferences (if appropriate) (5% of time)

Maintain clinical skills by participation in continuing professional development (for example on the flexible delivery of nutritional ketosis approaches), as agreed with line manager (5% of time).

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.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

436-8271615

Job locations

The Barberry

25 Vincent Drive, Edgbaston

Birmingham

B15 2FG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Dietitian and current full registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Experience of supporting patients with nutritional ketosis and the NHS EatWell guidelines
• Strong communication skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to record data collection accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to manage multiple competing demands by prioritising tasks
• Experience of Supervising Staff
• High level of technical competence in subject matter.
• Effective analytical and problem solving capability.
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of open science practices
• Experience of patient and public engagement work
• oExperience of clinical research

Person Specification Essential Essential Dietitian and current full registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Experience of supporting patients with nutritional ketosis and the NHS EatWell guidelines Strong communication skills Strong organisational skills Ability to record data collection accurately and in a timely manner Ability to manage multiple competing demands by prioritising tasks Experience of Supervising Staff High level of technical competence in subject matter. Effective analytical and problem solving capability. Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team Desirable Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team Knowledge of open science practices Experience of patient and public engagement work oExperience of clinical research

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Barberry

25 Vincent Drive, Edgbaston

Birmingham

B15 2FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Barberry

25 Vincent Drive, Edgbaston

Birmingham

B15 2FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The post holder will provide effective and efficient management of delegated resources within a defined clinical area while ensuring care delivery meets and addresses the issues of spirituality, equality diversity and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation.

To lead in the management of all clinical risks in their designated area,including serious and critical incident management, periodic review andanalysis of service development, service performance and serviceneeds/overview.

Provide clinical skills, leading on practice issues and providingleadership and management to teams.

In case of untoward incidents, co-ordinate reporting including contact and liaise with appropriate agencies and personnel.

Work with partner agencies (statutory and third sector) to provide effectivestrategies to proactively manage the care of individuals with complex needs.

Main duties of the job

Operational management responsibility for a defined team within SolarTo contribute to clinical practice by holding a small caseload and/or completing assessments and consultation.

Co-ordinate, manage and supervise the activities of all staff working within these teams, to provide a highly visible presence in all clinical areas, leading and supervising practice and acting as a role model for professional issues.

Ensures that the day to day care provided within your teams meets the complex needs of the individual service users.

Provide regular management supervision to all staff under sphere of responsibility.

To meet with the Hub Manager on a regular basis to update and review the service.

To advise the Hub Manager regarding changes required to workforce in relation to skill mix.

Work effectively with Hub Manager & CCG commissioners to help secure funding for services, demonstrate benefits to patients and the NHS, monitor services and maintain productive relationships.

To help develop protocols and referral pathways, in conjunction with primary care teams, secondary care, local authority, other statutory services and the voluntary sector.

Monitor absence and manage when deficits occur in staffing levels at short notice(e.g. through sickness).

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

*Previous applicants need not apply*

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner to join our Neighbourhood Mental Health Team working within the Primary Care Networks (PCNs) in west Birmingham.

Within BSMHFT our community mental health services are well-established and as part of the BSOL community transformation programme, we are looking to increase our primary care teams with primary care practitioner roles. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of national change and developments in the delivery of community mental health care. The development of our Neighbourhood mental health team is an essential service which we are in the process of evolving in line with the NHS Long Term Plan.

We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic individuals who are able to work within a multi- disciplinary team, working alongside GP's and other primary care professionals who strive to achieve the best outcomes for individuals within the local community.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for providing mental health triage, assessment and outcomes-based intervention to meet service user's needs within the Neighbourhood Mental Health Team.

You will be responsible for identifying need and best course of advice, support or intervention, promoting psychosocial wellbeing by identifying and then supporting pathways for service users and carers.

Crucial to this role will be your ability toensure robust communication across mental health providers, VCSE organisations and primary care in accordance with each individual service users needs by provide support and advice to all colleagues with the PCN as required including participation within the local neighbourhood MDT's.

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

The primary role of this post will be to implement new initiatives in the diversity workstream recently developed in the service to improve inclusion and reduce health inequalities. The main tasks may include conducting service evaluation and/or QI projects; developing cultural appropriate and sensitive information booklets; engaging with diverse communities; and liaising with other services to share experiences, etc. Alongside the focus on diversity work, the postholder will also involve in clinical work, providing manual-based cognitive behavioural interventions such as CBT-T, guided self-help and e-learning packages according to levels of skills and experience, and taking part in the facilitation of the group programme including planning and running of therapeutic groups. There will also be opportunities to participate in research and audit activities and to support teaching and training programmes within the service. Being allied to the multi-disciplinary team in the Eating Disorders Service, the post holder will act as a member of the team, attend meetings and contribute to informing patients' psychological care within the team.

Being allied to the multi-disciplinary team in the Eating Disorders Service, the post holder will act as a member of the team, attend meetings and contribute to informing patients' psychological care within the team.

Main duties of the job

Under the supervision of a qualified and suitably experienced psychologist:

- To implement initiatives in the diversity workstream recently developed in the service to improve inclusion and reduce health inequalities.

- To participate in working group(s) associated with diversity and inclusion.

- To work alongside Experts by Experience in co-produced initiatives.

- To take part in the facilitation of the group programme, including planning and running of therapeutic groups

- To provide manual-based cognitive behavioural interventions such as guided self-help and e-learning packages

- To involve in short-term and discrete individual work with client as appropriate, according to levels of skills and experience.

- To attend clinical reviews and other multi-disciplinary meetings

- To attend regular individual clinical supervision

- To undertake specific duties as appointed pertaining to service governance objectives including planning, data collection and analysis, report writing and presentation. This will necessitate the substantive use of IT equipment and software.

- To undertake/contribute to teaching, training, health promotion research and related activities of the service.

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

Assist in the assessment planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care under the guidance of the qualified nurse, and to have a working knowledge of local and national policies and legislation which govern current service provision. To assist in the development and provision of social/therapeutic activities for service users, and the promotion of effective therapeutic relationships, which meet and address the issues of spirituality, equality diversity and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation. The post holder will ensure effective communication pathways exist, acting as a role model to junior staff and within their sphere of responsibility, and in a manner, which positively reflects the values of the organisation.

Main duties of the job

To assist qualified nurses in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the evidence based care required, including health promotion for a named service user/group.

To assist qualified nurses in the setting of quality standards, including the monitoring and reviewing in line with current clinical guidance practice and policy.

Responsible for reporting and recording any changes in the service users mental/physical/emotional/ state in the care plan, and to the qualified nurse/nurse in charge.

Working to the direction of the qualified nurse to ensure that the requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 are observed, adhered to and implemented.

Support the qualified nurse in engaging service user's and carer's involvement with the service.

To assist qualified nurses in the establishment of therapeutic relationships with service users, and the implementation of evidence based therapeutic interventions with appropriate boundaries.

To take a lead role in the development and provision of social/therapeutic activities for service user's.

To escort service users as required under the guidance and supervision of the qualified nurse.

Assist service users in meeting their Activities of Daily living.

Perform delegated clinical/non clinical duties without the need for direct supervision.

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

We have an exciting vacancy that has arisen for a clinical/ counselling psychologist with substantial experience post-qualification within our Integrated Community Care and Recovery (ICCR) Services working across two of our service areas with adults with mental health difficulties in the community. The post will be 0.4 with a vibrant community mental health team and 0.6 with the enhanced team for personality disorders, both located in the Solihull Hub . This is an ideal post to apply your full range of psychological skills and knowledge including consultation, training, supervision, service development, leadership and research in addition to direct clinical work.

We are looking for a suitably experienced Clinical or Counselling Psychologists.

It is a stimulating time in the service as the post-holders will be part of multi-professional teams supporting the Transformation of our Community Services in BSMHFT as part of the NHS Long Term Plan.

We would welcome more experience of working with individuals who have received a diagnosis of personality disorder and are keen to develop specialisms and greater leadership roles to make a difference in the community.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for enthusiastic, committed and skilled clinicians who can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, to provide a range of clinical services. The individual will have excellent opportunities to gain experience of multilevel and integrated service provision and to further develop skills of complex case assessment, formulation and the application of evidence based psychological interventions, both individual and in groups. You should have experience of working with service users with complex mental health and behavioural needs; additionally to be familiar with the needs of a diverse BAME community and working in areas of high socioeconomic deprivation.

We have an established track record in service innovation supporting a diverse range of clinical and academic interest, with time for research and teaching related activities built into many of our psychological professions job plans. There are clear career paths for psychologists in the service who join us, and we are committed to your development through training and supervision.

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 excellent opportunity is now available for a highly motivated and dedicated pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team based in the main Trust Pharmacy. You will participate in the provision of clinical pharmacy services, based in our Central and Summerhill dispensaries. This is a great opportunity for a newly qualified pharmacist interested in either hospital or mental health pharmacy experience.

The Trust Pharmacy service comprises over 50 staff including 14 pharmacists and 17 pharmacy technicians. The service provides for 120 teams, including inpatients, forensic inpatients, forensic CAMHS, home treatment, assertive outreach, community mental health teams and early intervention. Within the service, there is an inpatient dispensary and an outpatient dispensary, with its own compliance aid filling robot.

Consideration will be given to full time or part time applicants.

Main duties of the job

The Job Summary is as follows:

• To work within the Trust dispensaries providing clinical support for the ward and community clinical teams, as well as the Pharmacy service teams
• To provide medicine related information to doctors, nurses and other health care professionals, as well as patients and their carers.
• To implement and monitor medicines management systems promoting economical, safe and rational use of drugs.
• to act as the responsible pharmacist in Summerhill Pharmacy when required to do so.
• To participate in and encourage the recognition and reporting of adverse drug reactions
• To be conversant with the departmental and trust computer systems.
• To adhere to all national, professional, and local policies and procedures.
• To ensure that personal training needs are met.
• To participate in education and training for all grades of staff.

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

Are you a highly skilled and passionate Occupational Therapist looking for an exciting opportunity in a challenging and rewarding environment?

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Senior OT post based on Sycamore ICU ward within Tamarind Centre.

Tamarind Centre is a 89 bedded male medium secure service in Bordesley Green, Birmingham. The centre provides assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for men who have been assessed as needing care in a medium secure environment and aims to serve the population in central and north Birmingham, as well as offering specialist services for complex, challenging and long term care. Tamarind Centrehas good transport links and is close to rail and motorway networks.

The post holder will work within the established Occupational Therapy team at Tamarind Centre and Sycamore ICU team, supporting service users on admission and during their progression on the unit, delivering comprehensive occupational therapy assessments, formulation and interventions, whilst using evidence-based practise to assist in developing individualised care plans, promoting independence and enhancing functional abilities whilst developing innovative ways to engage service users with complex needs.

Main duties of the job

You will need to be committed to recovery based personalised care, and excited about opportunities to work with EBE in creating co produced interventions and groups that meet the demands of our diverse communities. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and will work collaboratively with service users in a way that reflects our Trust Values by providing committed and high quality care.

We are committed to providing opportunities for career development where these arise, flexible working and resources to support staff mental and physical wellbeing. We have access to coaching, participation in Quality Improvement projects and excellent training resources.

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.

Details

Date posted

09 September 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

436-8282357

Job locations

Tamarind Centre

165 Yardley Green Road

Birmingham

B9 5PU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification. We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Training and qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or BSC(Hons) In Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

• oEvidence of managing caseloads with people with complex mental health problems
• Evidence of leadership experience

Personal

Essential

• oWork within a team and deliver on organisational / team objectives

Person Specification Training and qualifications Essential Diploma or BSC(Hons) In Occupational Therapy HCPC registration Experience Essential oEvidence of managing caseloads with people with complex mental health problems Evidence of leadership experience Personal Essential oWork within a team and deliver on organisational / team objectives

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tamarind Centre

165 Yardley Green Road

Birmingham

B9 5PU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tamarind Centre

165 Yardley Green Road

Birmingham

B9 5PU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Inclusion Worker working within Birmingham Early Intervention in Psychosis Service. The post is based at Finch Road Primary Care Centre. The successful candidate will take a lead in the development and provision of social/therapeutic activities for service users who are under the care of Birmingham Early Intervention in Psychosis Service.

You will work very closely with the Multi Disciplinary Team and have the opportunity to contribute to assessments and interventions, through community activities and social interaction. You will be expected to facilitate and participate in planned and ad hoc group work and individual activities with service users, in addition to this you will be required to motivate and negotiate with service users who may be unwilling to participate in activity and to promote the benefits and outcomes that participation could generate, i.e. social interaction, well-being and independence.

Main duties of the job

Support the Multi-disciplinary Team in engaging service user and parent/carer's involvement with the service.

To take a lead role in the development and provision of social/therapeutic activities for service users.

To provide practical support and social engagement with the service user.

To accompany service users as required to access health and therapeutic activities under the guidance and supervision of the MDT.

Responsible for reporting and recording any changes in the service user's mental/physical/emotional state to the care co-ordinator or senior clinician.

To participate in multi-professional reviews and team meetings.

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 a Band 4 Occupational Therapist Assistant to join the Forensic Medium Secure CAMHS Ardenleigh team. The successful applicant will join an already established Occupational Therapy Service, which aims to provide assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and aftercare to young people who have complex mental health issues, such as ASD and Sensory processing deficits, whilst being committed to clinical excellence and the provision of high-quality evidence-based intervention.

Ardenleigh Forensic CAMHS service is a nationally commissioned Tier 4 Medium Secure Service, which has received recognition through the National Autism Society receiving accreditation. We have an incredible national reputation and have successfully launched our new therapeutic model of care into the service.

As a CAMHS service we are proud to have established the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award into our service. As the Band 4 Occupational Therapist you will be expected to lead the way on supporting the ongoing delivery to empower young people within our services to learn new skills, overcome obstacles and build confidence and resilience.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic, creative, and imaginative individual to be able to adapt and deliver high quality Occupational therapy provisions within a well-established multidisciplinary team and to make significant difference to the lives of the young people and their families.

Main duties of the job

• To role model pro social attitudes and behaviours.
• To role model recovery principles.
• To maintain safe and effective working practices and take steps to minimise risk.
• To develop effective partnerships with appropriate community providers i.e., voluntary projects, community groups, Duke of Edinburgh and colleges.
• To work with the wider multi-disciplinary team to ensure the appropriateness of the programme and coherence with the MSU procedures.
• Use technical/creative skills to assist in the provision of a flexible, client centred programme of therapeutic activities for individuals/groups of service users with Forensic CAMHS Ardenleigh.
• Co-ordinate a designated programme of therapeutic activities provided within the service as part of the Occupational Therapy Team.
• To deliver appropriate therapeutic interventions with supervision from a qualified occupational therapist using a range of evidence-based frameworks.
• To maintain accurate clinical records and appropriate data.
• To engage with clinical reflection, supervision, and training to maintain well-being and safe practices.

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

The Level 2 Business Administration Apprentice will provide administrative support to the Widening Participation and Volunteering (WPV) Team while completing the Level 2 Business Administration Apprenticeship. The role offers an opportunity to develop practical administration skills, including communication, customer service, record keeping, data management and meeting coordination, while supporting the delivery of apprenticeship, volunteering and work experience programmes. The post holder will gain valuable workplace experience, participate in training and off-the-job learning, and work towards achieving the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for a successful career in business administration.

Main duties of the job

Provide administrative support to the WPV team.

Communicate with internal and external customers.

Use IT systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Maintain records and databases.

Process correspondence, emails and telephone enquiries.

Organise meetings and appointments.

Produce documents and reports.

Handle information confidentially.

Work collaboratively across teams.

Support service improvement activities.

Develop organisation and time-management skills

Commitment to completing the apprenticeship.

Attendance at training sessions.

Completion of portfolio work and assessments.

Participation in off-the-job learning.

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 opportunity has arisen for a full time Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) position at Newbridge House, female acute impatient ward.

The individual will need to facilitate group activities, 1:1 session and assist and support the qualified Occupational Therapy staff, Nursing Staff and Ward Manager as required. Hours would be varied, working flexibly which meets the needs of the service users.

You will be working as a key member of that team where you will use meaningful activity to promote the health, wellbeing and functional abilities of patients on the ward, as part of their overall multidisciplinary care plan. You will support service users to engage in a therapeutic programme of care, as delegated by an occupational therapist, nurse, ward manager demonstrating adherence to the Trust Values and operating as a member of the team, service, and organisation.

The activities will involve both one to one work and groupwork, both on the unit and with individuals' accessing community resources which supports the use of activity to aid recovery and enable a timely and sustained discharge. Therefore, it is important that you are able to work dynamically and be able to think of creative and new ideas.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for assisting in the development and delivery of treatment and care plans where appropriate under the direction and supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist and in collaboration with the nursing team and ward manager.

Theses duties will extend to using The Occupational Therapy Process to assist in assessment, planning and the implementation of Therapeutic Activities within an In-Patient Mental Health Setting.

The Post Holder will be required to work collaboratively and flexibly with Nursing and Support Worker staff to ensure meeting the diverse needs of service users and the function of the wards.

We can offer a range of training and development opportunities linked to your personal development plan, access to a network of OTs and other allied health professionals (AHPs) within acute services and across our organisation and the opportunity to be involved in shaping the services of the future.

You will be involved in a variety of professional roles, demonstrating excellent communicate and professional skills and knowledge to work effectively across the service, with the ability to work on your own initiative and as a committed team player.

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

We are looking for an enthusiastic and forward thinking Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our Rehabilitation and Recovery service based at Grove Avenue.

Grove Avenue is mixed gender rehabilitation unit for service users with a primary diagnosis of psychosis, and is part of Steps to Recovery. Grove Avenue provides rehabilitation in an unlocked facility for patients who are either receiving treatment under Section 3 of the Mental Health Act, or informal patients.

We offer a specialist service within a rehabilitation environment primarily for people with severe and enduring mental health problems and associated behaviours that require a period of in-patient support. A full range of multi-disciplinary assessments and treatment interventions are offered which have been developed using evidence based best practice to offer an effective service to service users, collaborating with families and carers. The service aims to provide appropriate therapeutic engagement to reduce symptoms of illness, improve service user social functioning, quality of life moving forward and assisting service users to achieve their recovery goals and aspirations for the future.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of rehabilitation interventions including upskilling and improving ADL, social & financial and budgeting skills, physical and mental health interventions for service users who will have a diagnosis of complex psychosis. Support and guidance withhousing & accommodation, recreational and vocational interventions.

As the OT in the team, you will have responsibility to assess and develop OT interventions, using a range of assessment and guidelines, including MOHOST and formulations.

You will have the direct support of a Band 7 Lead OT, OT Consultant, other OT S2R staff across the service and activity coordinator.

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.

Details

Date posted

08 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

436-8051934-A

Job locations

Grove Avenue

32 Grove Avenue, Moseley

Birmingham

B13 9RY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification. We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• oHas experience of work within mental health settings or in a previous role where mental health awareness is evidenced.
• Is able to describe support and supervision offered to colleagues, students of all professional groups and support staff

Desirable

• oEvidence of detailed assessment skills, participation in team formulation and collaborative planning is clearly documented.

Qualifications

Essential

• oApplicant is HCPC registered as an Occupational Therapist

Desirable

• oHas listed evidence of training post graduation, to include mandatory training but also evidence of additional training in clinical skills or leadership

Personal Qualities

Essential

• oIs able to demonstrate leadership skills, works well with others and demonstrates good communication skills based on self description.
• oAccesses supervision and maintains links with all professional forums independently

Desirable

• oApplicant has an understanding of the importance of providing personalised care in a way that is respectful of a service users cultural needs and diversity

Person Specification Experience Essential oHas experience of work within mental health settings or in a previous role where mental health awareness is evidenced. Is able to describe support and supervision offered to colleagues, students of all professional groups and support staff Desirable oEvidence of detailed assessment skills, participation in team formulation and collaborative planning is clearly documented. Qualifications Essential oApplicant is HCPC registered as an Occupational Therapist Desirable oHas listed evidence of training post graduation, to include mandatory training but also evidence of additional training in clinical skills or leadership Personal Qualities Essential oIs able to demonstrate leadership skills, works well with others and demonstrates good communication skills based on self description. oAccesses supervision and maintains links with all professional forums independently Desirable oApplicant has an understanding of the importance of providing personalised care in a way that is respectful of a service users cultural needs and diversity

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Grove Avenue

32 Grove Avenue, Moseley

Birmingham

B13 9RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Grove Avenue

32 Grove Avenue, Moseley

Birmingham

B13 9RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, innovative and ambitious Clinical Psychologist to join the Acute and Urgent Care Division as a Band 8b Principal Clinical Psychologist working across Newbridge House and the Zinnia Centre.

This role provides strategic psychological leadership across both sites and combines senior clinicalpractice, leadership, consultation, supervision, service development, workforce development,quality improvement and strategic influence.

The post sits within the wider Acute and Urgent Care Psychological Professions leadershipstructure and offers access to: A bespoke Acute and Urgent Care Leadership DevelopmentProgramme for Principal Psychological Practitioners. NHS England-supported CPD opportunities.Leadership and management development opportunities. Participation in Trust-wide PsychologicalProfessions networks.

Why Join BSMHFT?The Trust is pioneering locality-based working across all pathways, champions a life-course approach to mental health care, and is embedding the principles of the Culture of Care programme.

Vision:Excellent Care. Empowered People. Thriving Communities.

Main duties of the job

Newbridge House is a specialist acute inpatient service for women experiencing severe andcomplex mental health difficulties.Zinnia Centre provides acute inpatient assessment and treatment and includes both male and female inpatient wards.

The psychology workforce includes: One full-time Assistant Psychologist at Newbridge House. One full-time Assistant Psychologist at the Zinnia Centre. Both Assistant Psychologists deliver low-intensity psychological interventions and psychologically informed skills groups for serviceusers across the wards.

The Division is committed to embedding trauma-informed and trauma-responsive approaches throughout its services. Dedicated investment includes: Funding for accredited EMDR training. Access to specialist EMDR supervision and consultation. NHS England-supported CPD opportunities. Protected opportunities for service development, quality improvement and research.

Provide highly specialist assessment, formulation and intervention. Deliver consultation to multidisciplinary teams. Lead trauma-informed and psychologically informed practice. Supervise Assistant Psychologists and other psychology staff. Contribute to service development, audit and quality improvement.

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.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

436-8203148

Job locations

Newbridge House

130 Hob Moor Road

Birmingham

B10 9JH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Registered with the HCPC
• Eligibility for entry onto the Register of Chartered Psychologists
• Satisfactory completion of a British Psychological Society accredited Doctoral Level postgraduate professional training course in clinical psychology
• The Graduate Basis for Registration (further to completion of an honours degree in psychology accredited by the British Psychological Society, or, in the case of courses that are not accredited or where the first degree is not in psychology, by completion of the Society's Qualifying examination, or completion of a Society accredited Conversion Course)
• Post-doctoral training in one or more highly specialist areas of psychological practice

Desirable

• Assessed experience of working as a qualified clinical/counselling psychologist post qualification, with extensive experience at the Senior (Band 8a) level.
• Experience of highly specialist psychological assessment and individual and group based treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including primary and secondary/ specialist care and inpatient/residential, outpatient and community team settings
• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, with clients of all ages across the lifespan and of wide-ranging presenting problems that reflect the full spectrum of clinical complexity and severity
• Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision
• Relevant post-qualification experience, and formal training in supervision, enabling the post holder to independently supervise clinical psychology trainees in accordance with relevant criteria adopted by local University Clinical Psychology Training Course criteria
• Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for the psychological care and treatment of referred clients, and of working within a multidisciplinary context wherein carries responsibility for the psychological aspects of a multidisciplinary care plan.
• Experience of representing psychology within a multidisciplinary context

Person Specification Qualifications and Experience Essential Registered with the HCPC Eligibility for entry onto the Register of Chartered Psychologists Satisfactory completion of a British Psychological Society accredited Doctoral Level postgraduate professional training course in clinical psychology The Graduate Basis for Registration (further to completion of an honours degree in psychology accredited by the British Psychological Society, or, in the case of courses that are not accredited or where the first degree is not in psychology, by completion of the Society's Qualifying examination, or completion of a Society accredited Conversion Course) Post-doctoral training in one or more highly specialist areas of psychological practice Desirable Assessed experience of working as a qualified clinical/counselling psychologist post qualification, with extensive experience at the Senior (Band 8a) level. Experience of highly specialist psychological assessment and individual and group based treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including primary and secondary/ specialist care and inpatient/residential, outpatient and community team settings Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, with clients of all ages across the lifespan and of wide-ranging presenting problems that reflect the full spectrum of clinical complexity and severity Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision Relevant post-qualification experience, and formal training in supervision, enabling the post holder to independently supervise clinical psychology trainees in accordance with relevant criteria adopted by local University Clinical Psychology Training Course criteria Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for the psychological care and treatment of referred clients, and of working within a multidisciplinary context wherein carries responsibility for the psychological aspects of a multidisciplinary care plan. Experience of representing psychology within a multidisciplinary context

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Newbridge House

130 Hob Moor Road

Birmingham

B10 9JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Newbridge House

130 Hob Moor Road

Birmingham

B10 9JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Early Intervention Psychosis (EIP) Service in the Children and Young People's Division (CYP) is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Clinical Psychologist to join the Team. We welcome applications from those at band 7 as this is a preceptorship role with scope to progress to 8a over time OR those who already have post qualification experience and are already working at 8a OR are ready to do so. We are a full multi-disciplinary team comprised of Psychological therapists, Psychiatry, Occupational Therapy , Nursing, and Peer Support.

We are seeking to recruit a Clinical Psychologist as part of our commitment to continue to provide an outstanding model of care & treatment for young people and families, affected by First Episode Psychosis (FEP), in Birmingham.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual who is committed to working with young people and young adults with psychosis.

EIP are an established, ambitious community specialist mental health service. We remain keen to drive forward service improvements through research, co-production and co-learning in our specialist area.

Main duties of the job

Contribute to the assessment, formulation and delivery of evidence-based psychological treatments for young people with first episode psychosis.

Offering indirect clinical services such as advice and consultation to colleagues and other professionals.

As part of an MDT approach the post holder will work collaboratively to develop a formulation-driven understanding of presenting difficulties and needs.

Involvement in service planning and development, this will include identifying need and participating in development plan processes.

Contribute to the development of the Team offer.

Staff support and supervision, and facilitation of client related work undertaken by other team members.

Staff training.

Applied research and development related to the needs of the client served and the Children and Young People's Division.

Participation in Clinical Governance activities including Continuing Professional Development.

Participation in the development of operational policy, service planning and service evaluation.

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

Are you a passionate and compassionate nurse leader looking for your next challenge? Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping the care and experience of young people with complex mental health needs? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

Our Medium Secure CAMHS Unit is seeking an exceptional Ward Manager for a 12 month fixed term position . This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist 10-bed mixed-gender service, delivering high-quality, person-centred care to young people in a secure setting.

Main duties of the job

As Ward Manager, you will provide visible and inspiring leadership to a dedicated nursing team, creating a positive, inclusive and therapeutic environment for both patients and staff. You will play a key role in driving service improvement, maintaining high standards of care, and ensuring young people receive the best possible support on their recovery journey.

Working within a rewarding and dynamic setting, you will lead and develop the nursing workforce, champion innovation, and foster a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

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

Are you a motivated and enthusiastic Physician Associate looking to develop your skills within a unique and rewarding specialist mental health setting? We are looking for a Band 7 Physician Associate to join our multidisciplinary team at Ardenleigh MSU CAMHS, supporting the delivery of high-quality mental and physical healthcare for young people requiring care in a secure inpatient environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside Consultant Psychiatrists, nursing colleagues, allied health professionals and wider partner agencies to provide holistic, safe and person-centred care. The role offers a varied and rewarding mix of clinical assessment, physical health review, MDT working, service development, clinical governance and opportunities to build experience in forensic and adolescent mental health. You will be supported to develop your skills in mental state examination, physical healthcare, risk awareness and collaborative treatment planning, while contributing to the ongoing development of an innovative and compassionate service. If you are passionate about improving outcomes for young people, enjoy working as part of a dynamic team, and are keen to develop within a specialist NHS mental health setting, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary team at Ardenleigh MSU CAMHS to support the delivery of safe, effective and holistic care for young people within a secure inpatient setting. Under the supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist, they will undertake regular patient reviews, contribute to mental and physical health assessments, support treatment planning and assist with the coordination of care. A key part of the role will be supporting the delivery of physical healthcare, including assessment, investigations, follow-up and liaison with the GP, nursing colleagues, allied health professionals and acute hospital services where required. The post holder will also contribute to MDT handovers, supervision, clinical governance, audit, service improvement and health promotion activity. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop skills in adolescent and forensic mental health, Mental State Examination, physical healthcare and collaborative care planning, while working within a supportive and innovative specialist NHS service.

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

Are you a Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker who enjoys clinical variety, collaborative working and the opportunity to work across traditional service boundaries?

North Neighbourhood Mental Health Team is recruiting a Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner to work across the North Birmingham area.

This is a permanent, Trust-funded non-ARRS post. Unlike an ARRS practitioner role aligned to a particular Primary Care Network or GP practice, this post sits within the core North NMHT and provides flexibility to respond to clinical and service needs across the wider North Birmingham locality.

Based at Northcroft in Erdington, you will work with adults from communities with varied cultural, social and economic backgrounds. Your work may include mental health assessment, formulation, collaborative care planning, brief interventions, follow-up and liaison with GP surgeries, primary care practitioners, CMHTs and community organisations.

The role offers breadth, autonomy and the opportunity to help strengthen the connections between primary care, neighbourhood services and secondary mental health care.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 6 practitioner, you will undertake autonomous clinical work while remaining closely connected to the wider multidisciplinary team.

The role will include:

• Undertaking holistic mental health assessments, including risk, strengths, functioning, physical health and social circumstances.

• Developing collaborative formulations, care plans and safety plans.

• Providing brief, evidence-informed interventions and agreed follow-up.

• Holding and reviewing an appropriate caseload in line with the needs of the service.

• Liaising with GP surgeries, primary care mental health practitioners, CMHTs, social care and voluntary and community organisations.

• Supporting people to access the clinical, practical and community resources best placed to meet their needs.

• Contributing to multidisciplinary discussions, allocation processes and decisions about onward referral or discharge.

• Working across North Birmingham and from other Trust, primary care or community locations when required, subject to service need.

• Maintaining clear clinical records and communicating plans effectively across services.

• Contributing to clinical governance, service development and the learning of students and colleagues.

Contacts may be undertaken remotely or from Trust, primary care and community settings, according to clinical and service need.

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

We are seeking a Family and Systemic Psychotherapist (Band 7-8a) to join our dynamic Community Locality Teams within Forward Thinking Birmingham, working with children, young people and families aged 0-25.We welcome qualified, newly qualified, Family and Systemic Psychotherapist who have completed their training and are awaiting registration. We offer a Band 7-8a preceptorship programme with structured support to progress to Band 8a.

Main duties of the job

• Provide specialist systemic assessment and intervention for children, young people and families
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team and across agencies
• Deliver consultation, supervision and training to colleagues
• Contribute to service development and clinical governance
• Manage a caseload of complex mental health presentations

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

PLEASE COMPLETE APPLICATION IN FULL YES AND NO ANSWERS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Unfortunately, SSL does not offer sponsorship for this role.

Posts & hours:Housekeeper

Based at: Barberry/Oleaster

Hours: 37.5 hours (5 out of 7 days inc weekends Week: 1 - Mon to Fri Week2: Mon -wed, Sat, Sun Time fixed 10.30-6pm)

Salary: £26028.99 FTE

At SSL we rely on diversity to deliver on our goals. We actively encourage applications from talented and qualified individuals from all walks of life regardless of race, gender, marital status, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability or age.

DisclosureAll roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), satisfactory reference check, qualifications' check, occupational health check and mandatory training prior to commencement of employment.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for establishing and maintaining good working relationships with all the Multi disciplinary Teams, Carers, Hotel Service Staff and General Public.To provide a friendly clean and comfortable and safe environment for patients and staff, ensuring a positive service user experience that reflects the values of Summerhill Supplies Limited (SSL) and Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (BSMHFT)

To work as a member of the Hotel Services/Ward team by contributing to the provision of a comfortable and effective stay for patients. To be responsible for over seeing that the ward is clean and tidy, that patient's food is delivered correctly, that repairs, maintenance, linen services and consumables are available to contribute to a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere.

About us

At SSL, we work in partnership with Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust (BSMHFT), to deliver facilities management, transport and other support services to over 50 sites across the West Midlands.At SSL we take pride in our focus to support and contribute to the Trust's aim which is to help people get better and challenge the stigma associated with mental illness.We are committed to continuous development of our practices and people and the provision of a fair and friendly work environment for everyone.

Sustainability - All staff are expected to support SSL in meeting our 'Green' objectives, being responsible and considerate with regards to all 'resources' used and acting to minimise waste (e.g., products purchased, miles travelled, or power used). SSL is mandated to meet national carbon net zero targets and is being performance managed towards that achievement. Every member of staff wishing to work for SSL is expected to contribute to a greener and more sustainable organisation.

The health and safety of our staff is our top priority. We partner with our occupational health provider to check/offer vaccinations for Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Polio, Diphtheria, Measles, Mumps, and rubella (MMR) Varicella, Bacillus Calmette-Gurin (BCG) in line with recommended best practices for healthcare settings.

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Job summary

Solar provides specialist mental health support to children and young people (0-18 years) experiencing a range of emotional, behavioural and psychological difficulties. We are recruiting to an Assistant Psychologist post within Solar TEDS (The Eating Disorder Service).

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience working within a psychologically informed multidisciplinary team supporting children, young people and families with eating disorders.

The role will involve supporting the assessment of young people referred to the service, offering low level psychological interventions, providing meal support, helping with the delivery of groups and workshops, inputting outcome measures, contributing to service developments, service evaluation and audit and supporting the clinical/administrative functions of the team. The post holder will work closely with clinical psychologists and the wider MDT.The post holder may also be required to work flexibly across teams within Solar in response to service need, development opportunities and the needs of children, young people and families.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will support the delivery of psychologically informed care within TEDS, working alongside clinical psychologists and the wider multidisciplinary team to support children, young people and families with eating disorders.

The Assistant Psychologist will assist with psychological assessments, support formulation-informed interventions, contribute to group work, and help collect and record outcome measures. The role will also involve preparing clinical materials, and supporting service development activities.

The post will be based in TEDS at Freshfields Clinic in Knowle, and may include travel to other bases and home visits where required. The post holder will work under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist and may be expected to work flexibly across teams in response to service need. We are looking for motivated, reflective psychology graduates with strong communication and organisational skills, experience working with children or vulnerable groups, and an interest in mental health, eating disorders and neurodevelopmental needs. The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team is essential.

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

The Learning Disabilities Team is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Clinical Psychologist to join the Team. We welcome applications from those at Band 7 as this is a preceptorship role with scope to progress to 8a over time, or 8a applicants who have already gained relevant post qualification experience. We are a multi-disciplinary team comprised of Clinical Psychology, Psychiatry, Paediatrics, Learning Disability Nursing and Support Workers, OT and SALT.

The team is part of the Children and Young People's Division of the Trust and works across two main clinical pathways: behaviours that challenge and mental health, for young people with a moderate to profound Learning Disability aged 0-19 years. We also offer neurodevelopmental assessment and diagnosis for those children known to our service who demonstrate behaviours indicative of either Autism and/or ADHD and where this assessment is required to better understand the behaviours of concern they show and/or their mental health difficulties. We work directly with the young people and their families and liaise closely with schools, social care and other health professionals supporting them. We offer parent psychoeducation groups, as well as consultation and training for colleagues across the division. All team members are offered training in specialist assessment and intervention as well as regular CPD events to enhance clinical practice.

Main duties of the job

• Providing highly specialist psychological assessment and intervention to clients and their families as well as offering indirect clinical services such as advice and consultation to colleagues and other professionals.
• Involvement in service planning and development, this will include identifying need and participating in development plan processes.
• Contribute to the development of the Team offer.
• Staff support and supervision, and facilitation of client related work undertaken by other team members.
• Staff training.
• Applied research and development related to the needs of the client served and the Children and Young People's Division.
• Participation in Clinical Governance activities including Continuing Professional Development.
• Participation in the development of operational policy, service planning and service evaluation.

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

Are you looking for a new role as a clinical psychologist in CAMHS and have a dedication to offering services for children and young people?

We have an opportunity for a Highly Specialist Counselling/Clinical Psychologist within our Core Team in Solar. The Core Team is an integral part of the Solar service.

Solar provides emotional wellbeing and mental health services to Children, Young People and Families in Solihull (0-18).Solar was set up as a service not about thresholds or tiers but about timely access to appropriate support in line with children and young people's needs. Solar aims to create a comprehensive system, designed around the needs of children and young people.

The main base for this post will be at Bishop Wilson Clinic in Chelmsley Wood. However, there may be occasions when you are required to work from other bases, including the Solar base at Fresh Fields Clinic in Knowle.

Main duties of the job

As a clinical/counselling psychologist or equivalent applied psychological practitioner, the role will assist in the delivery of the service to children, young people and families within Solar Core This will include highly specialist psychological assessments, individual therapy and group work. In addition the role will include the development of supervision of psychological therapists and assistant psychologists as well as providing consultation, service development, research and teaching/training as required.

There are also opportunities to lead on aspects in the service, as well as ongoing CPD and training.

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.