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Consultant Practitioner Psychologist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 79,504 - 91,609 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Due to staff movements, we are inviting applications for a Consultant Psychologist position within our Women's Secure Blended Service (WSBS), rec...
2 day(s) ago
Consultant Practitioner Psychologist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 79,504 - 91,609 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Due to staff movements, we are inviting applications for a Consultant Psychologist position within our Women's Secure Blended Service (WSBS), rec...
2 day(s) ago
Mental Health Liaison Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you an experienced Band 5 Nurse looking for the next step in your career or a current Band 6 looking for a fresh challenge as Mental Health L...
3 day(s) ago
Mental Health Liaison Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you an experienced Band 5 Nurse looking for the next step in your career or a current Band 6 looking for a fresh challenge as Mental Health L...
3 day(s) ago
Occupational Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary The postholder will be based in a 15 bedded, mixed sex mental health level 2 rehabilitation ward.
7 day(s) ago
Occupational Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary The postholder will be based in a 15 bedded, mixed sex mental health level 2 rehabilitation ward.
7 day(s) ago
CBT Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Trafford NHS Talking Therapies Service are currently seeking a qualified CBT Therapist, to join our friendly and supportive team.
7 day(s) ago
CBT Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Trafford NHS Talking Therapies Service are currently seeking a qualified CBT Therapist, to join our friendly and supportive team.
7 day(s) ago
Senior Assistant Psychologist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are seeking a full-time Band 5 Assistant Psychologist to support with the development and delivery of the Mental Health Treatment Requirement...
7 day(s) ago
Senior Assistant Psychologist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are seeking a full-time Band 5 Assistant Psychologist to support with the development and delivery of the Mental Health Treatment Requirement...
7 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner Progression post- Community
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are making one of the largest investments in community mental health services in recent years and are recruiting enthusiastic and compassionat...
7 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner Progression post- Community
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are making one of the largest investments in community mental health services in recent years and are recruiting enthusiastic and compassionat...
7 day(s) ago
Principal Clinical / Counselling Psychologist HBT North
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Clinical / Counselling Psychologist in a multi-disciplinary team that warmly welcomes psychological...
7 day(s) ago
Principal Clinical / Counselling Psychologist HBT North
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Clinical / Counselling Psychologist in a multi-disciplinary team that warmly welcomes psychological...
7 day(s) ago
Perinatal Duty Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary The specialist perinatal trauma and loss service (PETALS) are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Duty Mental Health Practitioner (Ban...
7 day(s) ago
Perinatal Duty Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary The specialist perinatal trauma and loss service (PETALS) are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Duty Mental Health Practitioner (Ban...
7 day(s) ago
Mental Health Act Administrator
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent, MHA administrator to join the Manchester MHA team.
7 day(s) ago
Mental Health Act Administrator
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent, MHA administrator to join the Manchester MHA team.
7 day(s) ago
CAMHS Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Do you want to be part of a rapidly developing service committed to improving the lives of Children, Young People and their families?
7 day(s) ago
CAMHS Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Do you want to be part of a rapidly developing service committed to improving the lives of Children, Young People and their families?
7 day(s) ago
Principal Clinical / Counselling Psychologist HBT North
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Clinical / Counselling Psychologist in a multi-disciplinary team that warmly welcomes psychological...
8 day(s) ago
Principal Clinical / Counselling Psychologist HBT North
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Clinical / Counselling Psychologist in a multi-disciplinary team that warmly welcomes psychological...
8 day(s) ago
Education Mental Health Practitioner - Qualified EMHP
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Psychologist
Job summary *****Please only apply for this post if you are a Qualified EMHP/CYWP ***** This is an exciting opportunity to be part of The Wigan Mental Health...
13 day(s) ago
Education Mental Health Practitioner - Qualified EMHP
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Psychologist
Job summary *****Please only apply for this post if you are a Qualified EMHP/CYWP ***** This is an exciting opportunity to be part of The Wigan Mental Health...
13 day(s) ago
Home Based Treatment Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary The post holder will ideally have experience of clinical practice within the urgent care setting, preferably with prior experience of community b...
13 day(s) ago
Home Based Treatment Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary The post holder will ideally have experience of clinical practice within the urgent care setting, preferably with prior experience of community b...
13 day(s) ago
Senior Occupational Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary An exciting opportunity for a full time Band 6 Occupational Therapist has arisen within the Acute Adults of Working Age (AOWA) in the Manchester...
14 day(s) ago
Senior Occupational Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary An exciting opportunity for a full time Band 6 Occupational Therapist has arisen within the Acute Adults of Working Age (AOWA) in the Manchester...
14 day(s) ago
CYP Crisis Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This role is a key element of a new GM wide Crisis Care Pathway which is child centered, needs led, responsive, accessible and flexible.
14 day(s) ago
CYP Crisis Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This role is a key element of a new GM wide Crisis Care Pathway which is child centered, needs led, responsive, accessible and flexible.
14 day(s) ago
Specialty Doctor - Central Manchester EIS
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 63,696 - 102,689 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This is a full - time appointment for a Specialty Doctor in psychiatry to work in an established post in the central Manchester Early Interventio...
15 day(s) ago
Specialty Doctor - Central Manchester EIS
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 63,696 - 102,689 per year
Psychologist
Job summary This is a full - time appointment for a Specialty Doctor in psychiatry to work in an established post in the central Manchester Early Interventio...
15 day(s) ago
Senior Occupational Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary We have an opportunity for a keen and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our friendly Adults of Working Age Specialist Community Mental Hea...
15 day(s) ago
Senior Occupational Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary We have an opportunity for a keen and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our friendly Adults of Working Age Specialist Community Mental Hea...
15 day(s) ago
Assistant Psychologist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Assistant Psychologist in an Adult Community Eating Disorder Service.
15 day(s) ago
Assistant Psychologist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Assistant Psychologist in an Adult Community Eating Disorder Service.
15 day(s) ago
Senior Occupational Therapist/Care coordinator
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North West England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary To be a key part of the occupational therapy team within Trafford Older Adult CMHT, providing occupational therapy assessment and intervention fo...
15 day(s) ago
Senior Occupational Therapist/Care coordinator
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North West England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary To be a key part of the occupational therapy team within Trafford Older Adult CMHT, providing occupational therapy assessment and intervention fo...
15 day(s) ago
Clinical Lead - Principal HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Psychologist
Job summary GMMH Specialist Service Care Group are looking to recruit a committed and dynamic HCPC psychologist to work within the Military Veterans, multi-d...
17 day(s) ago
Clinical Lead - Principal HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Psychologist
Job summary GMMH Specialist Service Care Group are looking to recruit a committed and dynamic HCPC psychologist to work within the Military Veterans, multi-d...
17 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Registered Mental Health/Learning Disability Nurses, Social Workers or Occupational Therapists to join the...
17 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Registered Mental Health/Learning Disability Nurses, Social Workers or Occupational Therapists to join the...
17 day(s) ago
Highly Specialist Practitioner Psychologist (Heart/Lung Transplant)
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Post: 0.28WTE Band 8A Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical/Counselling/Health) in Heart/Lung Transplant - Maternity leave cover We are looking for...
17 day(s) ago
Highly Specialist Practitioner Psychologist (Heart/Lung Transplant)
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Post: 0.28WTE Band 8A Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical/Counselling/Health) in Heart/Lung Transplant - Maternity leave cover We are looking for...
17 day(s) ago
Homeless Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary GMMH is delighted to be able to offer a secondment of full-time position of mental health homeless practitioner within the Manchester Mental Heal...
17 day(s) ago
Homeless Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary GMMH is delighted to be able to offer a secondment of full-time position of mental health homeless practitioner within the Manchester Mental Heal...
17 day(s) ago
Homeless Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary GMMH is delighted to be able to offer a 12 month secondment for a full-time position of mental health homeless practitioner within the Manchester...
17 day(s) ago
Homeless Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary GMMH is delighted to be able to offer a 12 month secondment for a full-time position of mental health homeless practitioner within the Manchester...
17 day(s) ago
Deputy Ward Manager - CAMHS
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Social Worker
Job summary Phoenix Ward is looking for Deputy ward managers who would like progress their career and specialise within CAMHS inpatient services within our G...
17 day(s) ago
Deputy Ward Manager - CAMHS
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Social Worker
Job summary Phoenix Ward is looking for Deputy ward managers who would like progress their career and specialise within CAMHS inpatient services within our G...
17 day(s) ago
Consultant Practitioner Psychologist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2437398
Job summary
Due to staff movements, we are inviting applications for a Consultant Psychologist position within our Women's Secure Blended Service (WSBS), recognising the specialist needs of forensic mental health services for women.
Our WSBS currently comprises 18-beds across 2 wards within the Riverside Centre, part of the wider Adult Forensic Services (AFS) in Prestwich. A major positive development within the WSBS is the introduction of a new clinical model of care which is underpinned by the guiding principles of collaborative, gender-sensitive and formulation-driven care, within a system which is trauma-informed and recognises the centrality of relationships for both our patients and workforce.
As the Consultant Psychologist, you will provide dedicated strategic and clinical leadership, shaping service transformation, psychological practice, staff development and clinical evaluation. In addition, you will collaborate with the Lead Consultant Psychologist for AFS with AFS-wide work. To ensure the delivery of quality care, you will work closely with multidisciplinary and senior leadership teams, alongside patients and their family members, as well as with commissioning colleagues, particularly in respect to the Women's Transformation Programme.
This post is suited to a Practitioner Psychologist with substantial leadership and clinical experience, who can work ably with both systemic and clinical complexity. We would warmly welcome hearing from potential candidates.
Main duties of the job
The main duties are to:
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Provide expert psychological leadership within the WSBS, contributing to strategic planning and service transformation.
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Provide professional leadership for the psychological provision, embedding andmaintaining clear mechanisms of governance which ensure the delivery of safe and quality care.
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Lead on complex psychological assessment, formulation and interventions, ensuring care is evidence-based, trauma-informed and gender-sensitive.
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Offer expert advice on risk assessment, formulation and management, and ensuring this is integrated into multidisciplinary decision-making.
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Provide consultation, supervision and training to a variety of professionals across the wider Adult Forensic Service.
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Assist with the ongoing implementation of the National Women's Transformation Work and embedding best practice standards.
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Lead and support service evaluation, research, clinical audit and quality improvement initiatives.
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Develop and maintain effective partnerships with commissioners, carers and community services.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
20 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8c
Salary
£79,504 to £91,609 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
437-8172199
Job locations
Riverside Centre
Bury New Road
Prestwich
M25 3BL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registered
- Postgraduate training in supervision
Experience
Essential
- Forensic service experience
- Supervision and management experience of qualified psychologists
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registered
- Postgraduate training in supervision
Experience
Essential
- Forensic service experience
- Supervision and management experience of qualified psychologists
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Riverside Centre
Bury New Road
Prestwich
M25 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Riverside Centre
Bury New Road
Prestwich
M25 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Mental Health Liaison Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 3 day(s) ago
Reference: 2435639
Job summary
Are you an experienced Band 5 Nurse looking for the next step in your career or a current Band 6 looking for a fresh challenge as Mental Health Liaison opportunity in North Manchester.
We have an opportunity for you to be part of fast growing and developing services. In line with the Five Year Forward Plan for Mental Health and an exciting transformation program of services, we are expanding our existing hospital liaison services.
Greater Manchester Mental Health Service are recruiting Band 6 mental health practitioners at our busy North Manchester Site.
We are looking for enthusiastic, 'can do', motivated Band 6 Mental Health Practitioners from a range of professional backgrounds including perinatal, later life and CAMHs to join us.
You will be actively supported to develop as a mental health professional, building on your existing experience and knowledge. Due to the diverse nature of the populations we serve, you will have a wide range of exciting learning opportunities available to you. The day-to-day diversity of our services and the support in learning are key reasons why people join us! Your learning will be further supported by the fact that you will be working within an experienced multidisciplinary team among experts in a number of different fields involved in wider research and service development agendas.
Main duties of the job
As one of the main mental health providers within Greater Manchester, we recognize the priority to achieve a parity between mental and physical health care and are committed to achieving this, enabled by our CORE 24 Liaison Mental Health services. Our services work at the interface between physical and mental health to bridge this gap. Our teams operate 24/7 to provide responsive mental health care in the acute hospital and A&E settings, delivered by experienced and established multidisciplinary teams.
As the successful candidate, you will be enthusiastic, flexible and committed to delivering high quality mental health care in the general hospital and A&E settings. You will bring with you a range of experiences and an established knowledgebase that will further enrich our teams and the service we provide. These personal attributes will enable you to provide comprehensive person-centred assessments, advice, direct interventions and onward care planning to people of a range of ages, with different needs.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 120locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
19 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8330821
Job locations
North Manchester General Hospital
Delauneys Road
Manchester
M8 5RB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN or social work equivelent
Desirable
- degree or above or willing to work towards
- experience of urgent care
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience
Desirable
- Liaison experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN or social work equivelent
Desirable
- degree or above or willing to work towards
- experience of urgent care
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience
Desirable
- Liaison experience
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
North Manchester General Hospital
Delauneys Road
Manchester
M8 5RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
North Manchester General Hospital
Delauneys Road
Manchester
M8 5RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Occupational Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2429509
Job summary
The postholder will be based in a 15 bedded, mixed sex mental health level 2 rehabilitation ward. You will work under the supervision of a Band 6 OT with the support of an OT assistant.
You will be responsible for completing Occupational therapy assessments, collaboratively developing Occupational formulation and rehabilitation goals. You will implement rehabilitation interventions on a 1:1 and group basis and work within the wider MDT to ensure a comprehensive recovery focused approach is being provided. You will work with service users in a mixture of settings including ward, community venues and home.
You will be responsible for the line management and clinical supervision of the Occupational therapy assistant.
The ward links in with the wider rehabilitation division which incorporates step down pathway for the service user to open or community rehabilitation so you will be have the opportunity to liaise and work with other rehab OTs and members of the MDT
Newly qualified staff will be part of the preceptorship programme to support the transition from university to practice.
You will have access to well established peer supervision and 1:1 supervision provision. You will have access to professional forum to support learning and CPD opportunities.
You will receive a yearly appraisal and be supported in your development including internal and external training.
There is a possible potential for involvement in Trust wide B5 rotation.
Main duties of the job
To complete comprehensive Occupational therapy assessments using the Model of Human Occupation.
To collaboratively develop service user occupational formulation.
To collaboratively develop service user goals.
To devise and implement a treatment plan to work towards goals identified.
To continuously evaluate and adapt treatment plan accordingly.
To provide evidence based 1:1 and group interventions.
To work within the MDT to ensure a team approach to support service user to achieve goals in the least restrictive setting.
To identify service user functional level and make recommendations regarding ongoing rehabilitation goals and/or support needs to ensure timely, sustainable discharge.
To provide line management and clinical supervision to OTA.
To actively participate in clinical supervision
To actively participate in providing and receiving training.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 120 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year Pro rata per annum
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8315237
Job locations
Copeland Ward
Meadowbrook Unit, Salford Royal Hospital, Stott Lane
Salford
M6 8HD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements:
Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
1
Time plus 47%
Time plus 94%
2
Time plus 41%
Time plus 83%
3
Time plus 35%
Time plus 69%
4 9
Time plus 30%
Time plus 60%
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements:
Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
1
Time plus 47%
Time plus 94%
2
Time plus 41%
Time plus 83%
3
Time plus 35%
Time plus 69%
4 9
Time plus 30%
Time plus 60%
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Occuaptional therapy
- HCPC registration
Experience
Essential
- Relevant and range of clinical experience working in mental health settings either on placement or within employment
- Application of the Occupational Therapy process in a mental health setting
- Working within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of planning and facilitating a range of 1:1 and group interventions
Desirable
- Clinical experience within mental health rehabilitation setting
- Experience of working with partnership agencies including statutory and third sector.
- Experience of supervising other staff members or OT students
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Model of Human Occupation and its application within mental health settings
- Knowledge and application of OT assessment, treatment planning, delivery and evaluation in a mental health setting.
- Understanding of the nature of mental health conditions and how they can impact on service user functioning and recovery.
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of mental health act, other relevant legislation and current mental health issues.
- Ability to demonstrate a knowledge of risk and risk management.
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously, set own prioritises and manage time effectively.
- Ability to establish rapport and motivate service users whilst maintaining clear professional boundaries.
- Effective written and oral communication skills including ability to write and produce detailed assessments and reports.
- Able to report back at professional meetings service user outcomes and progress.
Desirable
- Supervise and manage junior staff.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Occuaptional therapy
- HCPC registration
Experience
Essential
- Relevant and range of clinical experience working in mental health settings either on placement or within employment
- Application of the Occupational Therapy process in a mental health setting
- Working within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of planning and facilitating a range of 1:1 and group interventions
Desirable
- Clinical experience within mental health rehabilitation setting
- Experience of working with partnership agencies including statutory and third sector.
- Experience of supervising other staff members or OT students
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Model of Human Occupation and its application within mental health settings
- Knowledge and application of OT assessment, treatment planning, delivery and evaluation in a mental health setting.
- Understanding of the nature of mental health conditions and how they can impact on service user functioning and recovery.
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of mental health act, other relevant legislation and current mental health issues.
- Ability to demonstrate a knowledge of risk and risk management.
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously, set own prioritises and manage time effectively.
- Ability to establish rapport and motivate service users whilst maintaining clear professional boundaries.
- Effective written and oral communication skills including ability to write and produce detailed assessments and reports.
- Able to report back at professional meetings service user outcomes and progress.
Desirable
- Supervise and manage junior staff.
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Copeland Ward
Meadowbrook Unit, Salford Royal Hospital, Stott Lane
Salford
M6 8HD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Copeland Ward
Meadowbrook Unit, Salford Royal Hospital, Stott Lane
Salford
M6 8HD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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CBT Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2428708
Job summary
Trafford NHS Talking Therapies Service are currently seeking a qualified CBT Therapist, to join our friendly and supportive team. We are looking for someone with CBT experience who is looking to deliver high quality CBT and develop through regular supervision, CPD and a range of training opportunities to support career progression.
We are one of the national Talking Therapies services delivering cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based psychological interventions, through a stepped care treatment model to people in the community with common mental health problems.
The role will include delivering both face to face and remote appointments. We are a Stepped care service and work closely with other services in the Trafford borough.
The role requires the suitable candidate to work a minimum of 1 evening per week until 8pm.
BABCP accreditation is essential.
Main duties of the job
The responsibilities within the role include, but are not limited to:
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Formulate, deliver and evaluate evidence-based CBT interventions for clients presenting with a broad range of complex and enduring mental health difficulties, ensuring treatment is tailored, collaborative and outcome-focused.
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Exercise autonomous professional responsibility for the assessment, formulation and treatment of clients in line with service protocols, NICE guidance and professional standards.
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Contribute to the achievement of service KPIs and performance targets, including recovery rates, access standards, waiting times and clinical outcomes, using routine outcome measures to guide treatment and inform service improvement.
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Provide high-quality clinical supervision to colleagues delivering psychological interventions, including day-to-day supervision, skills development and adherence to evidence-based practice.
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Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical records in accordance with service policies, information-governance requirements and professional guidelines.
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Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues and external partners, contributing to integrated care planning, risk management and stepped-care decision-making.
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Participate in service development and quality-improvement activity, offering clinical insight to pathway redesign, audit, evaluation and innovation projects.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than120locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements - 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Details
Date posted
15 October 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, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
437-8320046-A
Job locations
Trafford NHS Talking Therapies Service
Market Street, Altrincham Health and Wellbeing Centre, 2nd Floor
Trafford
WA14 1PF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
All staff are required to work a minimum of 1 evening per week until 8pm, and a minimum of 7.5hours face-to-face throughout the week.
All CBT therapists are required to maintain BABCP accreditation throughout their employment.
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements: 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
All staff are required to work a minimum of 1 evening per week until 8pm, and a minimum of 7.5hours face-to-face throughout the week.
All CBT therapists are required to maintain BABCP accreditation throughout their employment.
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements: 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Qualification from High Intensity IAPT/Talking Therapies Course (Post Graduate Diploma)/ Accredited CBT course
- Experience working as a CBT therapist and demonstrating the competences as required.
Desirable
- Supervisor Training
- Further training i.e. EMDR, IPT, CFT etc.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in Primary Care settings treating anxiety and depression-related problems
- Ability to meet agreed/specified activity and service targets
- Ability to manage own caseload and time
Desirable
- Worked in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
- Talking Therapies/IAPT specific experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Have an understanding of the need for, and current limitations of, evidence based psychological therapies
- Possess excellent knowledge and understanding of child and adult safeguarding procedures and other relevant legislation
- Good understanding of disorder specific therapeutic models
- Good understanding of stepped care model
Desirable
- Have knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems
- Awareness and understanding of other therapy modalities within a Talking Therapies service
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Have full range of skills and competencies as laid out in the competence framework for CBT (Roth and Pilling 2007)
- Have well developed communication skills to effectively communicate, often complex and sensitive information, information orally and in writing.
- Have received training in assessing risk (either formal of through experience) and carried out risk assessments within scope of their expected practice.
- Be able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
- Accredited with professional psychological therapy organisation (BABCP)
Desirable
- Good computer skills
- Ability to travel across GMMH footprint
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Qualification from High Intensity IAPT/Talking Therapies Course (Post Graduate Diploma)/ Accredited CBT course
- Experience working as a CBT therapist and demonstrating the competences as required.
Desirable
- Supervisor Training
- Further training i.e. EMDR, IPT, CFT etc.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in Primary Care settings treating anxiety and depression-related problems
- Ability to meet agreed/specified activity and service targets
- Ability to manage own caseload and time
Desirable
- Worked in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
- Talking Therapies/IAPT specific experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Have an understanding of the need for, and current limitations of, evidence based psychological therapies
- Possess excellent knowledge and understanding of child and adult safeguarding procedures and other relevant legislation
- Good understanding of disorder specific therapeutic models
- Good understanding of stepped care model
Desirable
- Have knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems
- Awareness and understanding of other therapy modalities within a Talking Therapies service
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Have full range of skills and competencies as laid out in the competence framework for CBT (Roth and Pilling 2007)
- Have well developed communication skills to effectively communicate, often complex and sensitive information, information orally and in writing.
- Have received training in assessing risk (either formal of through experience) and carried out risk assessments within scope of their expected practice.
- Be able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
- Accredited with professional psychological therapy organisation (BABCP)
Desirable
- Good computer skills
- Ability to travel across GMMH footprint
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trafford NHS Talking Therapies Service
Market Street, Altrincham Health and Wellbeing Centre, 2nd Floor
Trafford
WA14 1PF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trafford NHS Talking Therapies Service
Market Street, Altrincham Health and Wellbeing Centre, 2nd Floor
Trafford
WA14 1PF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Senior Assistant Psychologist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2428703
Job summary
We are seeking a full-time Band 5 Assistant Psychologist to support with the development and delivery of the Mental Health Treatment Requirement (MHTR) service across Greater Manchester.
The role will involve undertaking psychological assessments, developing psychological formulations and delivering individual psychological interventions, to a cohort of people who have been sentenced to community orders and subject to a Primary Care Mental Health Treatment Requirement order. The role will involve providing psychological interventions for depression, anxiety, emotion dysregulation.
This post is placed in a challenging but rewarding environment and we are seeking a senior assistant psychologist with strong clinical and interpersonal skills who can manage and respond to the dynamic needs of the team, the client group and the environment, to ensure that provision is accessible and appropriate.
The service is provided across the whole of the Greater Manchester footprint and service operational hours is Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
The postholder is required to complete the HMPPS vetting and must be able to travel across the Greater Manchester footprint
Main duties of the job
To undertake psychological assessments of clients including semi-structured clinical interviews, psychometric tests, self-report measures, rating scales, and both direct and indirect structured observations, under the supervision of a qualified psychologist.
To assist in the formulation and delivery of evidence-based psychological interventions, under the supervision of a qualified professional psychologist.
To work closely with other key professionals involved in service users care and management to improve psychological well-being and reduce the risk of harm.
To assist in developing specific plans for ongoing recommendations and to support the delivery and signposting of these where appropriate.
To contribute to the development and delivery of training packages on the Primary care MHTR service and common mental health problems.
To work alongside service users, probation practitioners, the wider court user group and Community Health and Justice staff team, to reduce the risk of reoffending and enhance the provision of a safe environment.
To, where appropriate, support the team in the design, delivery, review and evaluation of the MHTR service. This will include co-facilitating aspects of the service and completing pre-and post follow up evaluations and documentation where required.
To contribute to effective risk assessment and management strategies that ensure liaison with all relevant stakeholders in an individual's care, and service user involvement where possible.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8330422
Job locations
Central Park
Northhampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Education/Qualifications
- Eligibility for Graduate Membership of BPS
Desirable
- Graduate level PWP qualification
Experience
Essential
- post degree experience
- Previous AP experience
- Experience of working with people with mental health difficutlies
- Community or forensic experience
- Delivering 1:1 psychological interventions
Desirable
- Experience of working in a criminal justice setting i.e. probation, courts, prison etc.
- Experience of working in a trauma informed environment
- Service development, evaluation, audit and/or research
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of factors that contribute to offending behavior and complex presentations
- Knowledge of evidence-based interventions for working with complex presentations and mental health difficulties.
- Knowledge of relevant risk assessment tools and risk management frameworks
- Working collaboratively with service users and others involved in their care
Desirable
- Awareness of neurodiversity needs of the offender population
Skills
Essential
- High level organisational and communication skills (written and verbal).
- IT skills
- Use own initiative
- Work collaboratively with others
- Communicate sensitive risk information to others
- To show resilience within a challenging working environment
- Good presentation skills
- Engage in clinical supervision effectively
- Undertake audit and service evaluation projects
Other
Essential
- ability to travel
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Education/Qualifications
- Eligibility for Graduate Membership of BPS
Desirable
- Graduate level PWP qualification
Experience
Essential
- post degree experience
- Previous AP experience
- Experience of working with people with mental health difficutlies
- Community or forensic experience
- Delivering 1:1 psychological interventions
Desirable
- Experience of working in a criminal justice setting i.e. probation, courts, prison etc.
- Experience of working in a trauma informed environment
- Service development, evaluation, audit and/or research
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of factors that contribute to offending behavior and complex presentations
- Knowledge of evidence-based interventions for working with complex presentations and mental health difficulties.
- Knowledge of relevant risk assessment tools and risk management frameworks
- Working collaboratively with service users and others involved in their care
Desirable
- Awareness of neurodiversity needs of the offender population
Skills
Essential
- High level organisational and communication skills (written and verbal).
- IT skills
- Use own initiative
- Work collaboratively with others
- Communicate sensitive risk information to others
- To show resilience within a challenging working environment
- Good presentation skills
- Engage in clinical supervision effectively
- Undertake audit and service evaluation projects
Other
Essential
- ability to travel
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Central Park
Northhampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Central Park
Northhampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Mental Health Practitioner Progression post- Community
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2428677
Job summary
We are making one of the largest investments in community mental health services in recent years and are recruiting enthusiastic and compassionateMental Health Nurses, Occupational Therapists and Mental Health Social Workersto join our Adult Community Mental Health Teams acrossManchester, Salford, Trafford, Bolton and Wigan.
This is your opportunity to be part of a major transformation programme that is redesigning community mental health services, strengthening multidisciplinary working and improving outcomes for local people.
As part of our commitment to safer staffing and delivering high-quality personalised care, we are significantly expanding our workforce and investing in the development of our staff.
We believe people with serious mental health difficulties deserve timely access to skilled professionals, personalised support and meaningful therapeutic relationships.
To achieve this, we are creating bigger, safer and more responsive Community Mental Health Teams that place recovery, personalisation and outcomes at the heart of everything we do.
Depending on local demand and workforce requirements, some practitioners may initially focus on assessment and formulation activity, whilst others may support ongoing treatment, care coordination, complex case management or assertive outreach work. This flexibility will provide opportunities to broaden your skills and gain experience across the pathway.
Main duties of the job
Progression to a Band 6 will be subject to satisfactory completion and evidence of competences.
As a Band 5-6 Mental Health Practitioner, you will work within an Adult Community Mental Health Team delivering safe, personalised, recovery-focused and trauma-informed care to adults with serious mental health needs.
You will:
- Undertake assessments and contribute to formulation.
- Deliver interventions and therapeutic support.
- Provide Named Worker and care coordination responsibilities where required.
- Manage an agreed caseload.
- Support risk management, safeguarding and crisis planning.
- Collaborate with carers, primary care, local authority partners, VCSE organisations and wider GMMH services.
- Support people to achieve their recovery goals and move purposefully through the care pathway.
- Work flexibly across the CMHT pathway in line with service need.
Alongside mandatory training, we are investing in an enhanced development programme that includes:
- Suicide prevention and self-harm assessment
- Clinical reasoning and Formulation skills
- Professional curiosity
- Trauma-informed care
- Psychosocial interventions
- DIALOG+ implementation
We are committed to helping our practitioners develop the knowledge, confidence and expertise needed to deliver excellent community mental health care.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8365080
Job locations
Across community teams - Manchester, Salford, Trafford, Bolton & Wigan
Greater Manchester
M25 3BL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Mental Health Social Worker with current professional registration and compliance with the relevant governing body requirements.
- Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to community mental health practice.
Desirable
- Practice educator, mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake.
- Training or experience in DIALOG+, outcomes-focused practice, trauma-informed care, psychosocial interventions or formulation-informed
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary mental health team.
- Experience of managing a caseload and coordinating care for people with complex mental health, social and/or risk-related needs.
- Experience of completing assessments, formulations, care plans, risk assessments, safety plans and clinical reviews.
- Experience of collaborative working with carers, families, GPs, local authority colleagues, VCFSE partners and wider system partners.
- Experience of participating in MDT meetings, safety huddles, supervision and reflective practice.
Desirable
- Experience of service development, quality improvement, audit, incident learning or complaints learning.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the Personalised Care Framework and the transition from CPA to a needs-led, outcome-focused model of care.
- Understanding of the Named Worker role, including coordination of the care and support plan while working within shared MDT responsibility.
- Knowledge of personalised care and support planning, DIALOG+ or outcome-focused conversations, co-production and recovery-focused practice.
- Knowledge of risk assessment, formulation, safety planning, safeguarding adults, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and least restrictive practice.
- Understanding of trauma-informed, culturally sensitive and strengths-based practice.
Desirable
- o Understanding of community mental health transformation, MDT working and the role of CMHTs within the wider community pathway.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Mental Health Social Worker with current professional registration and compliance with the relevant governing body requirements. Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to community mental health practice. Desirable Practice educator, mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake. Training or experience in DIALOG+, outcomes-focused practice, trauma-informed care, psychosocial interventions or formulation-informed Experience Essential Experience of working within a multidisciplinary mental health team. Experience of managing a caseload and coordinating care for people with complex mental health, social and/or risk-related needs. Experience of completing assessments, formulations, care plans, risk assessments, safety plans and clinical reviews. Experience of collaborative working with carers, families, GPs, local authority colleagues, VCFSE partners and wider system partners. Experience of participating in MDT meetings, safety huddles, supervision and reflective practice. Desirable Experience of service development, quality improvement, audit, incident learning or complaints learning. Knowledge Essential Understanding of the Personalised Care Framework and the transition from CPA to a needs-led, outcome-focused model of care. Understanding of the Named Worker role, including coordination of the care and support plan while working within shared MDT responsibility. Knowledge of personalised care and support planning, DIALOG+ or outcome-focused conversations, co-production and recovery-focused practice. Knowledge of risk assessment, formulation, safety planning, safeguarding adults, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and least restrictive practice. Understanding of trauma-informed, culturally sensitive and strengths-based practice. Desirable o Understanding of community mental health transformation, MDT working and the role of CMHTs within the wider community pathway.
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Across community teams - Manchester, Salford, Trafford, Bolton & Wigan
Greater Manchester
M25 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Across community teams - Manchester, Salford, Trafford, Bolton & Wigan
Greater Manchester
M25 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Principal Clinical / Counselling Psychologist HBT North
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2428673
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Clinical / Counselling Psychologist in a multi-disciplinary team that warmly welcomes psychological ideas and practices. We are seeking to appoint an 8b Clinical / Counselling Psychologist for 9 months to work in our Home Based Treatment Team (HBTT) based in North Manchester (0.38 WTE / 14 hours per week). This is a maternity cover post, which provides a great opportunity for a psychologist looking to diversity their clinical experience or gain experience at a more senior level.
With a significant focus upon multi-disciplinary team working, the post will require a strong contribution to MDT meetings to support HBTT clinicians in decision making and care planning. The team focusses upon urgent assessments of acute mental health needs, comprehensive risk formulations, promoting psychological understanding of crises and supporting the guidance of service users into appropriate referral pathways. Participation in audit, research, service development initiatives and teaching and training will be encouraged and supported.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for Psychologists with enthusiasm and an appreciation of the challenges and rewards of working within a culturally diverse inner city environment. Psychologists in the Manchester HBTT's are professionally managed and you will receive supervision, access to CPD and annual appraisals. We enjoy strong links to the regional Doctoral Clinical Psychology Training Courses and host placements for Trainee Clinical Psychologists.
Experience of being able to formulate risk and work with complex and enduring mental health problems is essential to this post.
The post would be suitable for a clinical / counselling psychologist who could be confident in applying a flexible and theoretically integrative approach, given the wide range of mental health needs and risks that present to the team.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£66,582 to £77,368 a year pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
437-8242297
Job locations
Building B, Central Park
Northampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements:
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements:
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Doctorate level qualification
Essential
- doctorate or equivalent
- experience of working in secondary Care services
Desirable
- Additional training e.g. EMDR, DBT
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an MDT
Desirable
- Experience of Working in a HBTT
Person Specification
Doctorate level qualification
Essential
- doctorate or equivalent
- experience of working in secondary Care services
Desirable
- Additional training e.g. EMDR, DBT
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an MDT
Desirable
- Experience of Working in a HBTT
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Building B, Central Park
Northampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Building B, Central Park
Northampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Perinatal Duty Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2428666
Job summary
The specialist perinatal trauma and loss service (PETALS) are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Duty Mental Health Practitioner (Band 6) to join our compassionate, supportive and innovative team.
PETALS is supporting the delivery of the NHS Long Term Plan and integrate maternity, reproductive health and psychological therapy. PETALS provides therapeutic and psychological support and care to women/birthing people and families who experience significant fear of childbirth (tokophobia) and/or perinatal loss and trauma, directly as a result of their perinatal/neonatal/maternity journey.
We are looking to recruit a practitioner from a variety of backgrounds including Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMN), Occupational Therapists (OT) and/or Social Work.
Full support and training is available for this specialist role and therefore perinatal experience is not necessarily required. Particularly if you have experience in a previous mental health duty or triage roles.
This post is subject to an enhanced with children's and adult's barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to the effective provision of psychological therapy and will be part of GMMH's Perinatal Mental and Infant Mental Health Services delivering direct care to an identified caseload.
The role of the Mental Health Practitioner is to receive all calls into the service that require clinical input and be able to provide immediate support, expert advice, signposting service users to the most appropriate service, triage and initial assessments, as well as leading and co facilitating PETALS group interventions. Effective risk management and confidentworkload prioritisation are essential within this fast-paced, dynamic role
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8318412
Job locations
Benchill Community Centre Annex
Manchester
M22 8EJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
fuel Genie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
fuel Genie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification Diploma/Degree (RMN/OT/SW).
- Professional registration
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification, eg, mentorship.
Experience
Essential
- A demonstrable experience working as a qualified Mental Health Practitioner
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience of working with perinatal mental health clients.
- Experience of working in a community setting.
- Experience of duty/triage roles.
- Experience of delivering co-produced services.
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to utilise evidence-based clinical assessments and therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group.
- Keen interest in perinatal mental health.
Desirable
- Knowledge of policy and legislation in relation to service specialism and of relevant mental health legislation.
- Awareness of current evidence practice within perinatal mental health
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Be able to provide care and therapeutic interventions to women in liaison with multiple stakeholders to support recovery.
- Ability to use own initiative and plan workload effectively responding to changing priorities.
- Demonstrate trauma informed practice through sensitive, attuned communication and an ability to maintain psychological safety in all interactions.
- Ability to organise time effectively.
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and to liaise effectively with other professionals.
Desirable
- Can demonstrate involvement in and contribution to implementation of change in response to service need
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel to a range of locations in a timely and efficient manner.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a multicultural framework.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification Diploma/Degree (RMN/OT/SW).
- Professional registration
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification, eg, mentorship.
Experience
Essential
- A demonstrable experience working as a qualified Mental Health Practitioner
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience of working with perinatal mental health clients.
- Experience of working in a community setting.
- Experience of duty/triage roles.
- Experience of delivering co-produced services.
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to utilise evidence-based clinical assessments and therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group.
- Keen interest in perinatal mental health.
Desirable
- Knowledge of policy and legislation in relation to service specialism and of relevant mental health legislation.
- Awareness of current evidence practice within perinatal mental health
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Be able to provide care and therapeutic interventions to women in liaison with multiple stakeholders to support recovery.
- Ability to use own initiative and plan workload effectively responding to changing priorities.
- Demonstrate trauma informed practice through sensitive, attuned communication and an ability to maintain psychological safety in all interactions.
- Ability to organise time effectively.
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and to liaise effectively with other professionals.
Desirable
- Can demonstrate involvement in and contribution to implementation of change in response to service need
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel to a range of locations in a timely and efficient manner.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a multicultural framework.
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Benchill Community Centre Annex
Manchester
M22 8EJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Benchill Community Centre Annex
Manchester
M22 8EJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Mental Health Act Administrator
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2428662
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent, MHA administrator to join the Manchester MHA team. The post-holder will be required to cover MHA offices within the Trust's footprint.
The post-holder will need to bea self motivated individualwith administration experience and preferably knowledge ofthe MHA or a desire to learn.
The successful candidate will be responsible forreceiving and scrutinising MHA documents and undertaking other MHA related tasks.
The post is in a very busy team and the post-holder will need to able to prioritise and work to deadlines.
Main duties of the job
To undertake the administrative aspects of the implementation of the Mental Health Act (MHA) and Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS), including, where necessary, supporting those responsible for the implementation of the Act.
Also to ensure that the necessary support is in place to enable the MHA Hospital Managers to carry out their statutory duties ensuring best practice is developed and maintained throughout the organisation
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
437-8288134
Job locations
Park House
Delaunays road
Manchester
M8 5RB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- oEducated to A level, HNC or equivalent
Desirable
- oCertificate in Mental Health law or similar qualification
Experience
Essential
- oWorking in an administrative role in the NHS or comparable setting
- oOperating systems for managing and monitoring information
- oFollowing organisation procedures and maintaining quality standards in one's work
- oWorking with a range of professionals of different backgrounds
- oUse of computer-based systems and programmes
Desirable
- oSome knowledge of the MHA and its Code of Practice
skills and Aptitude
Essential
- oExcellent organisational skills
- oAbility to demonstrate a sensitive approach towards service users
- oAbility to communicate effectively with senior professionals, Hospital Managers and Mental Health Tribunal representatives
- oAwareness of the need for sensitivity and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive matters
- oAbility to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines in a challenging and demanding environment
- oWillingness to travel to other Trust sites and other venues as required
Desirable
- oExperience of line management/supporting others in order to achieve a shared vision/goal
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to prioritise own workload
- Ability to work effectively within a team
Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential oEducated to A level, HNC or equivalent Desirable oCertificate in Mental Health law or similar qualification Experience Essential oWorking in an administrative role in the NHS or comparable setting oOperating systems for managing and monitoring information oFollowing organisation procedures and maintaining quality standards in one's work oWorking with a range of professionals of different backgrounds oUse of computer-based systems and programmes Desirable oSome knowledge of the MHA and its Code of Practice skills and Aptitude Essential oExcellent organisational skills oAbility to demonstrate a sensitive approach towards service users oAbility to communicate effectively with senior professionals, Hospital Managers and Mental Health Tribunal representatives oAwareness of the need for sensitivity and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive matters oAbility to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines in a challenging and demanding environment oWillingness to travel to other Trust sites and other venues as required Desirable oExperience of line management/supporting others in order to achieve a shared vision/goal Skills and Abilities Essential Ability to prioritise own workload Ability to work effectively within a team
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Park House
Delaunays road
Manchester
M8 5RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Park House
Delaunays road
Manchester
M8 5RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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CAMHS Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2428661
Job summary
Do you want to be part of a rapidly developing service committed to improving the lives of Children, Young People and their families?
Bolton Community CAMHS are currently looking to recruit enthusiastic caring passionate clinicians to join our expanding community CAMHS team.
In a period of exciting change and development, we are looking for experienced registered Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers or Occupational Therapists to join our multidisciplinary team in Bolton, which includes offering band 5 to 6 progression opportunities.
We are a busy, friendly multi disciplinary service providing a range of treatment approaches to children and young people including individual, group and family work. We also work in close collaboration with partner agencies and with our children, young people and their families who are involved in all areas of the service such as recruitment of staff.
The successful candidate will have access to clinical supervision and individual line management to support your clinical work and personal well-being. They will also have access to the weekly multi-disciplinary team meeting
Partial remote working will be possible for this role, come and join a friendly professional team with great career development opportunities.
Main duties of the job
The role will include:
As a Senior Nurse/ Mental Health Practitioner, the post holder will provide high standards of evidence based client centred care to children and young people with mental health [CYPMH] problems within the THRIVE Framework for service delivery.
The post holder will be expected to provide interventions, advice, consultancy and supervision to both colleagues and colleagues within external partner agencies in line with THRIVE.
As the post is identified within the CYPMH strategy, it is expected the role will continue to develop in line with national and local initiatives.
The post holder will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values service users' and their carers.
The post holder will embrace the core values of the organisation and adopt the principles of Recovery and THRIVE. These principles will recognise the need to:
- Promote safe practices
- Value the aims of service users
- Work in partnership and offer meaningful choice
- Be optimistic about the possibilities of meaningful change
- Value social inclusion
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year Per annum per rota
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8227396
Job locations
Bolton CAMHS
Royal Bolton Hospital, Minerva Road, Farnworth
Bolton
BL4 0JR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification.
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification.
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Educational qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of further studies or post graduate qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of mental health assessments and therapeutic interventions with children and young people with mental health problems and their families
- Skilled in the ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, clinical sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS
- Experience of working with a wide variety of patient groups that reflect the full range of clinical severity including a high degree of professionalism in the face of emotive and distressing problems
- Experienced in and the ability to undertake case management and the supervision of students as required
Desirable
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialist therapies in specific difficult to treat groups.
- A level knowledge of theory and practice of specialist therapy / interventions
- Experience of delivering teaching, training.
- Experience in consultation to other professional and non-professional groups.
Person Specification
Educational qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of further studies or post graduate qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of mental health assessments and therapeutic interventions with children and young people with mental health problems and their families
- Skilled in the ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, clinical sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS
- Experience of working with a wide variety of patient groups that reflect the full range of clinical severity including a high degree of professionalism in the face of emotive and distressing problems
- Experienced in and the ability to undertake case management and the supervision of students as required
Desirable
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialist therapies in specific difficult to treat groups.
- A level knowledge of theory and practice of specialist therapy / interventions
- Experience of delivering teaching, training.
- Experience in consultation to other professional and non-professional groups.
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bolton CAMHS
Royal Bolton Hospital, Minerva Road, Farnworth
Bolton
BL4 0JR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bolton CAMHS
Royal Bolton Hospital, Minerva Road, Farnworth
Bolton
BL4 0JR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Principal Clinical / Counselling Psychologist HBT North
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 8 day(s) ago
Reference: 2426528
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Clinical / Counselling Psychologist in a multi-disciplinary team that warmly welcomes psychological ideas and practices. We are seeking to appoint an 8b Clinical / Counselling Psychologist for 9 months to work in our Home Based Treatment Team (HBTT) based in North Manchester (0.38 WTE / 14 hours per week). This is a maternity cover post, which provides a great opportunity for a psychologist looking to diversity their clinical experience or gain experience at a more senior level.
With a significant focus upon multi-disciplinary team working, the post will require a strong contribution to MDT meetings to support HBTT clinicians in decision making and care planning. The team focusses upon urgent assessments of acute mental health needs, comprehensive risk formulations, promoting psychological understanding of crises and supporting the guidance of service users into appropriate referral pathways. Participation in audit, research, service development initiatives and teaching and training will be encouraged and supported.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for Psychologists with enthusiasm and an appreciation of the challenges and rewards of working within a culturally diverse inner city environment. Psychologists in the Manchester HBTT's are professionally managed and you will receive supervision, access to CPD and annual appraisals. We enjoy strong links to the regional Doctoral Clinical Psychology Training Courses and host placements for Trainee Clinical Psychologists.
Experience of being able to formulate risk and work with complex and enduring mental health problems is essential to this post.
The post would be suitable for a clinical / counselling psychologist who could be confident in applying a flexible and theoretically integrative approach, given the wide range of mental health needs and risks that present to the team.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£66,582 to £77,368 a year pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
437-8242297-B
Job locations
Building B, Central Park
Northampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements:
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements:
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Doctorate level qualification
Essential
- doctorate or equivalent
- experience of working in secondary Care services
Desirable
- Additional training e.g. EMDR, DBT
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an MDT
Desirable
- Experience of Working in a HBTT
Person Specification
Doctorate level qualification
Essential
- doctorate or equivalent
- experience of working in secondary Care services
Desirable
- Additional training e.g. EMDR, DBT
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an MDT
Desirable
- Experience of Working in a HBTT
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Building B, Central Park
Northampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Building B, Central Park
Northampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Education Mental Health Practitioner - Qualified EMHP
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2415453
Job summary
*****Please only apply for this post if you are a Qualified EMHP/CYWP *****
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of The Wigan Mental Health Support Team (MHST).
There is significant focus on transforming Children and Young People's Mental Health Services within the NHS. The NHS Long Term Planwhich builds onthe 2017 Children and Young People's Mental HealthGreen Paperhas set out proposals to improve mental health support in schools and colleges.
MHSTs are designed to help meet the mental health needs of children and young people in primary, secondary and further education (primarily for ages 5 to 18), by providing mental health support in schools, colleges and other education settings such as alternative provision.
The three core functions of a Mental Health Support Team (MHST) are:
- Delivering evidence-based interventions for children and young people with mild to-moderate mental health problems.
- Supporting the senior mental health lead in each education setting to introduce or develop their whole school/college approach
- Giving timely advice to school and college staff, and liaising with external specialist services, to help children and young people to get the right support and stay in education.
Main duties of the job
The Education Mental Health Practitioner role intends to support school staff to feel confident in recognising and responding to emerging mental health difficulties. Wigan MHST works with the mental health support services that already exist, such as counsellors, educational psychologists, school nurses, pastoral care staff and educational welfare officers.
Our Band 5 Education Mental Health Practitioner or Children and Young People Wellbeing Practitioner will be offered regular clinical and case management supervision to support our MHST core functions; Delivering evidence-based interventions for children and young people with mild to-moderate mental health problems. Supporting the senior mental health lead in each education setting to introduce or develop their whole school/college approach. Giving timely advice to school and college staff, and liaising with external specialist services, to help children and young people to get the right support and stay in education.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users
Details
Date posted
09 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8304940
Job locations
Wigan CAMHS
155-157 Manchester Road
Wigan
WN22JA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Successful completion of an IAPT 'Education Mental Health Practitioner' or Children and Young People's Wellbeing Practitioner course. Evidence of working with Children and Young People who have experienced mental health problems
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development in the field of child and adolescent mental health
Experience
Essential
- Experience of delivering evidence based mental health interventions including low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy interventions to Children, Young People and parents. Experience in utilising and interpreting routine outcome measures in practice. Ability to learn in a variety of settings and using a variety of learning methods. Computer literacy and the ability to keep clinical records to a high standard in line with policies.
Desirable
- Experience of developing and delivering whole school approaches to mental health. Developing and delivering school and staff wellbeing initiatives. Experience designing/delivering training. Experience of working with parents, offering parent psychoeducation or CBT led intervention.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of child and adolescent development and emotional, social and psychological wellbeing through academic study. Understanding and knowledge of psychological models of brief intervention. Knowledge of safeguarding issues Knowledge of capacity and consent issues including Gillick competence.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to utilise CYP assessment skills and routine outcome measures effectively including suitability assessments. Effective communication skills in respond to a variety of needs and situation. Experience of working with children and young people who have social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties. Experience of the delivery of specific therapeutic interventions to children, young people or their families (e.g. CBT, solution focused brief therapy. Good organisational/time management skills with the ability to work autonomously.
Other requirments
Essential
- oWilling to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies. oAppointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure. oAbility to work across various locations as part of the role. oCar owner / driver with full UK drivers' licence or be mobile and able to visit various locations as and when required.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Successful completion of an IAPT 'Education Mental Health Practitioner' or Children and Young People's Wellbeing Practitioner course. Evidence of working with Children and Young People who have experienced mental health problems Desirable Evidence of continuing professional development in the field of child and adolescent mental health Experience Essential Experience of delivering evidence based mental health interventions including low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy interventions to Children, Young People and parents. Experience in utilising and interpreting routine outcome measures in practice. Ability to learn in a variety of settings and using a variety of learning methods. Computer literacy and the ability to keep clinical records to a high standard in line with policies. Desirable Experience of developing and delivering whole school approaches to mental health. Developing and delivering school and staff wellbeing initiatives. Experience designing/delivering training. Experience of working with parents, offering parent psychoeducation or CBT led intervention. Knowledge Essential Understanding of child and adolescent development and emotional, social and psychological wellbeing through academic study. Understanding and knowledge of psychological models of brief intervention. Knowledge of safeguarding issues Knowledge of capacity and consent issues including Gillick competence. Skills Essential Ability to utilise CYP assessment skills and routine outcome measures effectively including suitability assessments. Effective communication skills in respond to a variety of needs and situation. Experience of working with children and young people who have social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties. Experience of the delivery of specific therapeutic interventions to children, young people or their families (e.g. CBT, solution focused brief therapy. Good organisational/time management skills with the ability to work autonomously. Other requirments Essential oWilling to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies. oAppointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure. oAbility to work across various locations as part of the role. oCar owner / driver with full UK drivers' licence or be mobile and able to visit various locations as and when required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Wigan CAMHS
155-157 Manchester Road
Wigan
WN22JA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Wigan CAMHS
155-157 Manchester Road
Wigan
WN22JA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Home Based Treatment Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2415444
Job summary
The post holder will ideally have experience of clinical practice within the urgent care setting, preferably with prior experience of community based urgent care services. The post holder will agree a plan of care collaboratively with service users and their carers.
The post holder will always follow agreed practice guidelines and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The post holder should be committed to the delivery of high-quality mental health services and contribute to ongoing service development.
The post holder will be expected to cover night duties, on a rotational basis and weekend working is required at times.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as part of the urgent care team and may be asked to work in other areas of urgent care such as A & E Liaison.
The post holder will be expected to work shift patterns across a 24 hour period.
The post holder will be expected to contribute to the development of urgent care services.
The post holder will follow safeguarding policies and protocols for children and vulnerable adults and share relevant information with other agencies as appropriate.
The post holder will be aware of and act within the requirements of the Mental Health Act (1983), and other relevant legislation at all times,
The post holder will participate in team meetings and activities as directed by senior staff.
The post holder will work effectively with Urgent Care and Trust colleagues.
The service offers an alternative to hospital, follow up following inpatient admission, home treatment interventions, supporting those who may have been placed under 136 MHA and acting as gatekeeper to all inpatient admissions.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the North West of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
09 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8060196-A
Job locations
Atherleigh Park Hospital
Leigh
WN7 1YN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see full Job description and Person Specification attached to this vacancy
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description Job responsibilities Please see full Job description and Person Specification attached to this vacancy Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- oMust be registered with NMC, Sub Part 1 Mental Health or equivalent Professional body.
- Experience of risk assessment and risk management,
Desirable
- Experience of working within a mental health and home treatment service
Desireable
Desirable
- oAwareness of community and inpatient care pathways
Person Specification Essential Essential oMust be registered with NMC, Sub Part 1 Mental Health or equivalent Professional body. Experience of risk assessment and risk management, Desirable Experience of working within a mental health and home treatment service Desireable Desirable oAwareness of community and inpatient care pathways
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Atherleigh Park Hospital
Leigh
WN7 1YN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Atherleigh Park Hospital
Leigh
WN7 1YN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Senior Occupational Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 14 day(s) ago
Reference: 2412594
Job summary
An exciting opportunity for a full time Band 6 Occupational Therapist has arisen within the Acute Adults of Working Age (AOWA) in the Manchester directorate of Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH).
The post holder will deliver holistic occupational therapy assessments and interventions to service users being cared for on the acute wards establishing levels of function, identifying and engagement in their roles and meeting their values, evaluating and reducing risk and facilitating occupational performance to support recovery and enable the individual to prepare for discharge from hospital. This may also include completion of occupational therapy assessments to support applications for housing or alternative hospital settings and to identify any longer term occupational therapy/rehab needs that would require support from other statutory NHS services
Main duties of the job
- To provide functional and cognitive Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions to support the recovery of service users in hospital.
- Deal with complex physical and mental health needs, using evidence based/client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate and record all interventions in line with relevant clinical pathways.
- To work with service users and their carers/family members on a 1:1 basis or in a group setting.
- To provide professional advice for junior and support staff, as well as students on placement.
- To participate in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the OT pathway within PICU.
- To regularly supervise Occupational Therapy students on placement.
- To abide by HCPC standards, the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Professional Standards for OT Practice.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
08 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8292745
Job locations
North View Hospital
Delaunays Road
Manchester
M8 5RB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for further details
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for further details
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Post registration training relevant to mental health
- Registration with HCPC
Desirable
- Post registration qualification in a clinically orientated area
- Leadership or management qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate significant post registration experience as an Occupational Therapist, including experience of working in mental health.
- Experience of supervising others
Desirable
- Experience of working in a range of mental health settings
- Experience of working with clients with a range of physical health problems, including provision of equipment and minor aids.
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge and application of OT models, assessment and interventions relevant to client group
- Knowledge and application of standardised mental health assessments, outcome measures and specialist tools
- Supervisory/ Appraisal skills
- Detailed knowledge and experience of risk assessment and management.
Desirable
- Training and presentation skills
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Post registration training relevant to mental health
- Registration with HCPC
Desirable
- Post registration qualification in a clinically orientated area
- Leadership or management qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate significant post registration experience as an Occupational Therapist, including experience of working in mental health.
- Experience of supervising others
Desirable
- Experience of working in a range of mental health settings
- Experience of working with clients with a range of physical health problems, including provision of equipment and minor aids.
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge and application of OT models, assessment and interventions relevant to client group
- Knowledge and application of standardised mental health assessments, outcome measures and specialist tools
- Supervisory/ Appraisal skills
- Detailed knowledge and experience of risk assessment and management.
Desirable
- Training and presentation skills
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
North View Hospital
Delaunays Road
Manchester
M8 5RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
North View Hospital
Delaunays Road
Manchester
M8 5RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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CYP Crisis Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 14 day(s) ago
Reference: 2412593
Job summary
This role is a key element of a new GM wide Crisis Care Pathway which is child centered, needs led, responsive, accessible and flexible.
The post will be instrumental in the success and future developments of the team and will ensure that all professional and patient contact with the service is of the highest professional standard at all times. Working alongside senior clinical staff you will respond rapidly to requests for assistance when a young person is presenting in crisis. You will offer assessment and management within a clear and structured Risk Assessment and Risk Reduction framework.
You will refer on to specialist in-patient services as necessary or work collaboratively with other services involved to reduce the need for inpatient care. You will develop holistic and recovery focused care plans and mobilise support around the child and family to promote resilience and reduce the likelihood of future crisis episodes.
As a member of the multi-disciplinary team the service will intensively support young people and families for up to 72 hours. Direct work with young people will take place in clinical environments, including emergency care settings and community settings as well as home environments.
Main duties of the job
- Deliver community based assessment, de-escalation and risk reduction interventions when children and young people are presenting in crisis
- Work to support CYP in the community to manage crisis and avoid A&E attendance/admission to a medical bed without medical necessity or admission to a General Adolescent Unit
- Support families to offer containment and care during periods of high expressed emotion and crisis
- Work intensively with CYP and those who care for them for up to 72 hours
- Provide, or provide access to, a range of quality psychotherapeutic interventions in accordance with CYP assessed needs
- Support the delivery of established care pathways to provide an effective and responsive service for all CYP across the footprint into specialised mental health care settings within the NHS and Independent sector, including out of hours
- To be responsible for and manage a caseload and undertake case management responsibilities within the case load
- Complete referrals, following agreed frameworks, for specialist in-patient services and children's services as appropriate
- Support CYP as required in ensuring young people maintain links to their community, family and support
- Provide direct assessment, risk assessment and formulation and case management of CYP and contribute to safety plans
- Liaise with emergency services and primary care to assist them in their work with risky CYP
- Participate in telephone helplines for CYP; families and other professionals in managing crisis out of hours
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
08 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
437-08331555
Job locations
Rapid Response Team
155-157 Manchester Rd
Wigan
WN2 2JA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Core profession with current recognised registration (nursing/social worker/OT
- CAMHS experience
- Evidence of current registration
- Evidence of managing risk
Desirable
- Specialist Qualification in additional therapy (CBT/DBT/Family)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Clinical responsibility and case management
- Experience of assessing and managing risk
- Experience of completing mental health assessments
- Experience of multi-agency working
Desirable
- Experience of working in the community
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Core profession with current recognised registration (nursing/social worker/OT
- CAMHS experience
- Evidence of current registration
- Evidence of managing risk
Desirable
- Specialist Qualification in additional therapy (CBT/DBT/Family)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Clinical responsibility and case management
- Experience of assessing and managing risk
- Experience of completing mental health assessments
- Experience of multi-agency working
Desirable
- Experience of working in the community
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Rapid Response Team
155-157 Manchester Rd
Wigan
WN2 2JA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Rapid Response Team
155-157 Manchester Rd
Wigan
WN2 2JA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Specialty Doctor - Central Manchester EIS
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 15 day(s) ago
Reference: 2400211
Job summary
This is a full - time appointment for a Specialty Doctor in psychiatry to work in an established post in the central Manchester Early Intervention in Psychosis Team. The post consists of assessment and management of patients with psychotic conditions in the community. The team currently has a caseload of approximately 230. All of these service users are on CPA and will have care coordinators.
The successful candidate would assess 1-2 new patients a week and also conduct follow-up appointments. These appointments will take place either at the patient's home or within a community base and will generally be undertaken jointly with the care co-ordinator.
There is ample opportunity for development of a range of skills including domiciliary assessments, MDT interactions, Mental Health Act work, teaching and training of medical students and junior doctors, managerial, research and clinical governance work.
The Appointee is not required to participate in an on-call rota. However, this can be negotiated if the successful candidate wants to do on calls.
Main duties of the job
o The post holder will work as part of the team at Chorlton House. The post is community based with most work taking place at Chorlton House and some reviews taking place in patients' homes or in other community bases such as local CMHTs or GP surgeries.o The post holder will have access to the secretary shared across the 3 Manchester teams. ando The post holder will have a shared office with the ST doctor attached to the central team and the specialty doctor with the south EIS team. This is located within the team's base.o The post holder's work will include assessment of new patients, follow up reviews and CPA reviews with other MDT staff. There will be 1-2 new patient assessments per week and approximately 10-11 follow up reviews. The post holder will be expected to make diagnoses, assess risk, and formulate management plans with supervision as required. o They will assess and manage risk including of vulnerability, suicide risk, risks to health and safety and risk of harm to others. o They will attend the Early Intervention MDT and referral meetings.o The post holder will do some emergency work for the team's patients within usual working hours. The post holder will be expected to be a Section 12 Approved clinician. We will support the post holder to obtain S12 or AC approval if this is required
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Specialty Doctor
Salary
£63,696 to £102,689 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-MD-8281356
Job locations
Manchester
Manchester
M25 3BL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details about this role and the responsibilities please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details about this role and the responsibilities please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Possession of MBBS/MBChB
- Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment
- Section 12 (2) Approval under Mental Health Act 1983 or eligibility to get approved within 6 months.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of assessing and managing patients with mental health disorders
- Ability to develop and implement patient-centred care plans
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Possession of MBBS/MBChB
- Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment
- Section 12 (2) Approval under Mental Health Act 1983 or eligibility to get approved within 6 months.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of assessing and managing patients with mental health disorders
- Ability to develop and implement patient-centred care plans
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Manchester
Manchester
M25 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Manchester
Manchester
M25 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Senior Occupational Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 15 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399432
Job summary
We have an opportunity for a keen and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our friendly Adults of Working Age Specialist Community Mental Health Team in Wigan. We are looking for someone who has existing experience as a Band 5 working in mental health and are looking to develop their knowledge, skills and experience in a supportive environment. We also welcome applicants who are already practicing at Band 6 level but are looking for something new and exciting.
You will join the established multi-disciplinary Specialist Community Mental Health Team (SCMHT), based at Claire House in Ince and covering the wigan and leigh area. You will work with a small team of Occupational Therapists and support staff, but be part of the wider team.
We welcome applicants with diverse, innovative and creative ideas, which would support the continued development of this service. We are keen to support your commitment to professional development, through 1-1 support, peer support, local, divisional and Trust wide CPD and training.
Please note, interviews will be face to face for this vacancy.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will case manage a caseload of service users whose needs are around Occupational identity, performance and participation. They will provide assessment and intervention aimed at improving these areas in order for the service users to live the lives they want and need. The role may involve care co-ordination / case management and may involve duty work as the service needs dictate.
It is an exciting time to join the team as the Trust is developing its Occupational Therapy pathways in line with forward thinking Community Transformation plans, which support our professionals to practice in a way which closely aligns to their professional training and backgrounds.
You will provide active support to learners, including student and apprentice placements and support.
You will be provided with a full range of mandatory training and CPD opportunities with a particular emphasis on developing skills within the Model of Human Occupation.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8301725
Job locations
Specialist Community Mental Health team - Wigan
Claire House, Phoenix Way, Lower Ince WN3 4NW
Wigan
WN3 4NW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working as a qualified Occupational Therapist
- Providing Occupational Therapy in a mental health setting
- Using a variety of Occupational vocational assessments
- Identifying barriers to goal achievement
- Planning and carrying out evidence based interventions
Desirable
- Experience of working in a range of mental health settings
- Personal experience of mental health issues
- Experience of working in a community setting.
- Experience of supervising support staff
Education
Essential
- Diploma/Degree In Occupational Therapy
- Registration with HCPC
Desirable
- AMPS Training
- Model of Human Occupation training
- Care Programme Approach Training
- Equality Diversity Awareness Training
Knowledge
Essential
- Social inclusion and recovery models
- Evidence based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions relevant to mental health
- Mental health legislation
- Reflective practice
- Knowledge of the CPA process
- Risk assessment and safeguarding
Skills
Essential
- To apply models of human occupation
- To use a variety of Occupational assessments
- To develop case formulation from assessment
- To plan and implement evidence based interventions aimed at achieving user goals
- To use effective evidence based communication skills
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working as a qualified Occupational Therapist
- Providing Occupational Therapy in a mental health setting
- Using a variety of Occupational vocational assessments
- Identifying barriers to goal achievement
- Planning and carrying out evidence based interventions
Desirable
- Experience of working in a range of mental health settings
- Personal experience of mental health issues
- Experience of working in a community setting.
- Experience of supervising support staff
Education
Essential
- Diploma/Degree In Occupational Therapy
- Registration with HCPC
Desirable
- AMPS Training
- Model of Human Occupation training
- Care Programme Approach Training
- Equality Diversity Awareness Training
Knowledge
Essential
- Social inclusion and recovery models
- Evidence based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions relevant to mental health
- Mental health legislation
- Reflective practice
- Knowledge of the CPA process
- Risk assessment and safeguarding
Skills
Essential
- To apply models of human occupation
- To use a variety of Occupational assessments
- To develop case formulation from assessment
- To plan and implement evidence based interventions aimed at achieving user goals
- To use effective evidence based communication skills
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Specialist Community Mental Health team - Wigan
Claire House, Phoenix Way, Lower Ince WN3 4NW
Wigan
WN3 4NW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Specialist Community Mental Health team - Wigan
Claire House, Phoenix Way, Lower Ince WN3 4NW
Wigan
WN3 4NW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Assistant Psychologist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 15 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399431
Job summary
Assistant Psychologist in an Adult Community Eating Disorder Service. GMMH Eating Disorder Service at the Willows provides a service to six localities in Greater Manchester. We are an experienced, compassionate & friendly team providing high quality evidence based assessment and interventions to people with a range of presentations.
This role will involve supporting our Early Intervention (FREED) pathways, delivery of Guided Self-Help to clients and other functions to support the service.
Main duties of the job
This role will involve supporting our Early Intervention (FREED) pathways, delivery of Guided Self-Help to clients and other functions to support the service.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8324530
Job locations
Eating Disorder Service The Willows Health Centre
The Willows Lord's Av
Salford
M5 5JR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements: 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements: 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working independently and liaising with other healthcare workers
Desirable
- Experience of working with service users with complex, risky presentations and/or within a psychological service setting
- Experience of using assessment skills
- Experience of delivering psychologically informed, time limited interventions
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of psychology applied to mental health care.
Desirable
- Knowledge of engagement approaches and clinical assessment skills required for presentations within eating disorders
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in an appropriate way
- Ability to engage and build therapeutic relationships
- An ability to communicate effectively with other members of the multidisciplinary team and wider stakeholders
- High levels of ability to organise time and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines
Desirable
- An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to the service context, and in understanding a client's presentation
Qualifications
Essential
- An upper second-class honours degree or higher in psychology with entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems
Desirable
- Experience of working with people who have experience an eating disorder
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities.
Desirable
- Knowledge of engagement approaches and clinical assessment skills required for presentations within eating disorders
Skills
Essential
- High level of communication skills both written and verbal, including in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working independently and liaising with other healthcare workers
Desirable
- Experience of working with service users with complex, risky presentations and/or within a psychological service setting
- Experience of using assessment skills
- Experience of delivering psychologically informed, time limited interventions
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of psychology applied to mental health care.
Desirable
- Knowledge of engagement approaches and clinical assessment skills required for presentations within eating disorders
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in an appropriate way
- Ability to engage and build therapeutic relationships
- An ability to communicate effectively with other members of the multidisciplinary team and wider stakeholders
- High levels of ability to organise time and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines
Desirable
- An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to the service context, and in understanding a client's presentation
Qualifications
Essential
- An upper second-class honours degree or higher in psychology with entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems
Desirable
- Experience of working with people who have experience an eating disorder
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities.
Desirable
- Knowledge of engagement approaches and clinical assessment skills required for presentations within eating disorders
Skills
Essential
- High level of communication skills both written and verbal, including in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Eating Disorder Service The Willows Health Centre
The Willows Lord's Av
Salford
M5 5JR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Eating Disorder Service The Willows Health Centre
The Willows Lord's Av
Salford
M5 5JR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Senior Occupational Therapist/Care coordinator
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 15 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399429
Job summary
To be a key part of the occupational therapy team within Trafford Older Adult CMHT, providing occupational therapy assessment and intervention for older adults who present with organic and functional mental health problems.
To be a key part of the occupational therapy team within Trafford Older Adult CMHT, providing occupational therapy assessment and intervention for older adults who present with organic and functional mental health problems
Main duties of the job
To act as a Care Coordinator and fulfil the requirements of this role.
To support a caseload of older adults with mental health problems, using evidence-based, client-centred principles to assess, plan, implement, evaluate and record interventions.
To provide support, assistance, and advice to carers of older adults with mental health problems.
To maintain occupational therapy service standards and contribute to the development of the Trust occupational therapy service as a whole.
To support the Senior Practitioner for Occupational Therapy in the planning, delivery, development, and evaluation of the occupational therapy service.
To provide an occupational therapy perspective in the area of older adult mental health to the MDT, Social Services, and other organisations.
To contribute within the wider MDT in the development of clear care pathways regarding support, care and treatment of older adults with mental health problems.
To undertake the role of Clinical Educator for occupational therapy students on fieldwork placements.
To support and supervise other Occupational Therapists across the service.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8287812
Job locations
Trafford Older Adults Community Mental Health Team
Crossgate House
Sale
M33 7FT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job description and person specification attached for
detailed job description and main responsibilities
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job description and person specification attached for
detailed job description and main responsibilities
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
On person spec
Essential
- Significant post registration experience as an Occupational Therapist
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience working in Mental Health, including experience in Older Adults and Dementia Care.
on person spec
Essential
- Good knowledge of mental health legislation, policy and current best practice, and demonstration and understanding of the implications for Occupational Therapy
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate areas of good practice in Older Adult Mental Health
Person Specification
On person spec
Essential
- Significant post registration experience as an Occupational Therapist
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience working in Mental Health, including experience in Older Adults and Dementia Care.
on person spec
Essential
- Good knowledge of mental health legislation, policy and current best practice, and demonstration and understanding of the implications for Occupational Therapy
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate areas of good practice in Older Adult Mental Health
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trafford Older Adults Community Mental Health Team
Crossgate House
Sale
M33 7FT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trafford Older Adults Community Mental Health Team
Crossgate House
Sale
M33 7FT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Clinical Lead - Principal HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 17 day(s) ago
Reference: 2383208
Job summary
GMMH Specialist Service Care Group are looking to recruit a committed and dynamic HCPC psychologist to work within the Military Veterans, multi-disciplinary psychological therapy service as a Clinical Lead, to provide psychological leadership as part of the Military Veterans Service within the Psychological therapies provision.
The post holder, whilst working at the Military Veterans service, will be expected to carry out detailed assessments to develop specialist formulations and recommendations for ongoing multi-disciplinary support and management and provide therapeutic advice or intervention. They will also oversee and support the psychological therapy provision provided across the stepped-care model of mental health delivery within Military Veterans Service, including providing clinical supervision to other professionals working within the psychological delivery of care.
Main duties of the job
To complete detailed and thorough psychological assessments including the interpretation and integration of complex psychological data from a variety of sources.
To provide appropriate bio/neuro-psycho-social formulations considering a range of factors. To consider the neurodevelopmental presentations and identify those that may require additional assessment. To consider those that may require referral to the external agencies or crisis pathways and make referrals to appropriate services.
To provide consultation and advice based upon analyses of the range of available psychological information concerning service users.
To exercise responsibility for implementing a range of psychological interventions with service users and supporting and supervising others to do so, including reformulation, monitoring and follow up.
To contribute to the multi-disciplinary team's psychological understanding of service users and offer guidance and supervision to others involved in the care and management of a service user to improve mental health outcomes.
To attend weekly MDT meetings to inform appropriate allocation and to offer psychologically informed decision making.
To supervise, the delivery of psychological interventions as part of multi-disciplinary care planning.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
05 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£66,582 to £77,368 a year n/a
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
437-8299548
Job locations
GMMH - Military Veterans Service Locations Merseyside (excluding Liverpool) & Chesire based clinics
Merseyside (excluding Liverpool) & Chesire based clinics
M25 3BL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see above and please see attached Job Description and Person Specification relevant to the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see above and please see attached Job Description and Person Specification relevant to the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current HCPC registration as practitioner psychologist (clinical, forensic, counselling psychologist)
Desirable
- Additional training in therapeutic modality such as EMDR or DBT
Experience
Essential
- Have experience of working with a wide variety of service user groups presenting with complexity and risk.
- Demonstrable considerable post-qualification experience of working as a senior clinician.
- oExperience of providing psychological assessment and formulation with clients presenting with complex needs.
Desirable
- Experience in a military veterans service, forensic or Health and Justice or Talking Therapies.
- Evidence of wider contribution to service development.
Knowledge
Essential
- Doctoral / masters level knowledge of applied psychology theory.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current HCPC registration as practitioner psychologist (clinical, forensic, counselling psychologist)
Desirable
- Additional training in therapeutic modality such as EMDR or DBT
Experience
Essential
- Have experience of working with a wide variety of service user groups presenting with complexity and risk.
- Demonstrable considerable post-qualification experience of working as a senior clinician.
- oExperience of providing psychological assessment and formulation with clients presenting with complex needs.
Desirable
- Experience in a military veterans service, forensic or Health and Justice or Talking Therapies.
- Evidence of wider contribution to service development.
Knowledge
Essential
- Doctoral / masters level knowledge of applied psychology theory.
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
GMMH - Military Veterans Service Locations Merseyside (excluding Liverpool) & Chesire based clinics
Merseyside (excluding Liverpool) & Chesire based clinics
M25 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
GMMH - Military Veterans Service Locations Merseyside (excluding Liverpool) & Chesire based clinics
Merseyside (excluding Liverpool) & Chesire based clinics
M25 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 17 day(s) ago
Reference: 2383205
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Registered Mental Health/Learning Disability Nurses, Social Workers or Occupational Therapists to join the North Home-Based Treatment Team.
This dynamic and driven multi-disciplinary team offer an alternative to psychiatric hospital admission, supporting service users in acute mental health crisis in their homes, as well as supporting loved ones and carers during this period.
The team are passionate about providing person centred care, tailoring care plans to suit the needs of all individuals involved during the care spell and providing a range of psychosocial interventions during their admission.
The team are required to thoroughly risk assess situations and have access to a supportive leadership team to support such complex cases.Staff wellbeing and development is paramount and well supported in this team. Full supernumerary induction is provided for the first 4 weeks in post.
The post holder will be supported with their professional development as part of their appraisal process, and regular 1:1 supervision is provided. The post holder may also like to become actively involved in potential service development projects as part of their role.
The team operates a 24/7 service, therefore there will be a requirement to cover shift work.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will undertake collaborative care planning with service users and their carers.
- Undertake risk assessment and record risks in line with the trust policy
- Undertake shift co-ordination when allocated to do so.
- Participate in Multi-disciplinary Team(MDT) and agree plans with patients in relation to their care.
- Maintain their knowledge of evidence based home treatment interventions and deliver these interventions in line with service use care.
- Undertake collaborative care planning with services users and their carers.
- Undertake gatekeeping assessments to ensure service users are treated in the least restrictive environment.
- Undertake allocation of shift co-ordination.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
05 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8301022
Job locations
Central Park - Unit B
Northampton Road
Moston
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification Staff benefits 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered professional qualification
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Experience of working in urgent care / community mental health settings
Experience
Essential
- Undertaking risk assessments
- Working with people with multiple and complex needs
Desirable
- Evidence of experience with psychosocial interventions
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered professional qualification Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Experience of working in urgent care / community mental health settings Experience Essential Undertaking risk assessments Working with people with multiple and complex needs Desirable Evidence of experience with psychosocial interventions
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Central Park - Unit B
Northampton Road
Moston
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Central Park - Unit B
Northampton Road
Moston
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Highly Specialist Practitioner Psychologist (Heart/Lung Transplant)
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 17 day(s) ago
Reference: 2383203
Job summary
Post: 0.28WTE Band 8A Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical/Counselling/Health) in Heart/Lung Transplant - Maternity leave cover
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic HCPC registered practitioner psychologist to work as part of our Transplant Psychology team. You will be delivering high quality psychological care for the patients of the Heart / Lung Transplant Unit, Wythenshawe Hospital. This will involve direct clinical work with inpatients in cardiothoracic critical care and our transplant Jim Quick ward. The outpatient aspects of the role will include virtual and in person clinics. The role will also involve indirect work, offering consultation to the multidisciplinary surgery team. Supervision from will be provided from a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, as well as peer supervision with a fellow 8A Clinical Psychologist.
We welcome interest from candidates who are soon to qualify/recently qualified. If successful, they would be appointed at Band 7 and supported to develop towards Band 8a.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will join an established psychology service within Transplant Surgery where they will provide high quality and evidence-based psychological care at Wythenshawe Hospital (MFT). They will aim to support the ongoing improvement of psychological care provided for (adult) patients, families and carers, under the care of the Transplant Surgery MDT. The post holder will carry an appropriate clinical caseload, as well as offering expert consultation and teaching/training/supervision to other members of the wider Multidisciplinary team working in Transplant Surgery.
You will have the opportunity to get involved with relevant projects e.g. groups/training etc. Opportunities to participate in service development will be available, as well as ensuring key performance targets are achieved.
The post holder will be expected to be ward based for at least half of the working week, as a core member of the Transplant surgery multi-disciplinary team.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
05 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
11 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
437-8301926
Job locations
Wythenshawe Hospital
Southmoor Road
Manchester
M23 9LT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements: 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements: 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- British Psychological Society Accredited Doctoral Degree in Clinical, Counselling or Health Psychology
- Registered with The Health & Care Professions Council as a 'Practitioner Psychologist'.
Desirable
- Training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological relevance (e.g. staff training, research methodology, and / or other fields of applied psychology)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with client groups in a hospital-based physical health setting, presenting with the full range of clinical severity. This includes maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the possible threat of physical abuse.
- Experience of working as a qualified clinical/counselling/health psychologist (less experienced candidates will be appointed at Band 7 and work towards 8A competencies)
- Supervised experience (from a senior practitioner psychologist) in the application of cognitive-behavioural approaches to clinical settings (e.g. transplant medicine or general medical conditions).
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience of working within Transplant Surgery environments, delivering evidenced based psychological interventions
- Experience providing pre-surgical screening assessments
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
Knowledge
Essential
- Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field of clinical psychology.
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies
Desirable
- Knowledge of legislation in relation to clients of the Transplant Surgery services, and of relevant mental health legislation.
Skills
Essential
- Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
- Ability to use own initiative and to work under supervision where appropriate
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and to liaise effectively with other professionals
Desirable
- Skills in providing consultation to other professionals and non-professional groups.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- British Psychological Society Accredited Doctoral Degree in Clinical, Counselling or Health Psychology
- Registered with The Health & Care Professions Council as a 'Practitioner Psychologist'.
Desirable
- Training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological relevance (e.g. staff training, research methodology, and / or other fields of applied psychology)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with client groups in a hospital-based physical health setting, presenting with the full range of clinical severity. This includes maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the possible threat of physical abuse.
- Experience of working as a qualified clinical/counselling/health psychologist (less experienced candidates will be appointed at Band 7 and work towards 8A competencies)
- Supervised experience (from a senior practitioner psychologist) in the application of cognitive-behavioural approaches to clinical settings (e.g. transplant medicine or general medical conditions).
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience of working within Transplant Surgery environments, delivering evidenced based psychological interventions
- Experience providing pre-surgical screening assessments
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
Knowledge
Essential
- Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field of clinical psychology.
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies
Desirable
- Knowledge of legislation in relation to clients of the Transplant Surgery services, and of relevant mental health legislation.
Skills
Essential
- Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
- Ability to use own initiative and to work under supervision where appropriate
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and to liaise effectively with other professionals
Desirable
- Skills in providing consultation to other professionals and non-professional groups.
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Wythenshawe Hospital
Southmoor Road
Manchester
M23 9LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Wythenshawe Hospital
Southmoor Road
Manchester
M23 9LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Homeless Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 17 day(s) ago
Reference: 2383202
Job summary
GMMH is delighted to be able to offer a secondment of full-time position of mental health homeless practitioner within the Manchester Mental Health and Homeless Team until 31/02/27. We are hopeful that funding will be extended for this post beyond this date.
The offers are open to anyqualified Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers and Occupational therapists who have active registration within the relevant body.
The successful candidate will work to support and strengthen existing links with support services and mental health treatment services within the city of Manchester. The post holder will be supported by a well-established, specialist multi-disciplinary, trauma informed homeless mental health team and will work with individuals who are experiencing mental health problems. The role of the team is to work with a range of partnership services and homeless individuals to assess and identify the appropriate treatment pathways to address these unmet needs.
Please feel free to contact the manager if you are interested in the post.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide community based engagement and assessment to clients with complex mental health and substance misuse (dual diagnosis) needs in partnership with mental health and addiction services.
The post holder will be part of the Manchester Homeless Mental Health Team and will work alongside council staff, drug and alcohol workers, police and homeless outreach workers providing mental health support to rough sleepers both through drop-in clinics at day centres or directly on the street whilst working alongside outreach workers.
The post holder will be responsible for the assessment of mental health needs for homeless individuals who are not engaged with mainstream mental health services. The role will include active participation in the service planning and future development of the mental health support for homeless individuals within the Manchester district.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users
Details
Date posted
05 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8300330
Job locations
Number 1 Central Park
Unit B Northhampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- experience and understanding of mental health and/dual diagnoisis
Desirable
- experience of the homeless sector
Experience
Essential
- qualification in relevant profession
- Community experience in mental health
Desirable
- post qualification experience working with complex mental health needs
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- experience and understanding of mental health and/dual diagnoisis
Desirable
- experience of the homeless sector
Experience
Essential
- qualification in relevant profession
- Community experience in mental health
Desirable
- post qualification experience working with complex mental health needs
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Number 1 Central Park
Unit B Northhampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Number 1 Central Park
Unit B Northhampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Homeless Mental Health Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 17 day(s) ago
Reference: 2383201
Job summary
GMMH is delighted to be able to offer a 12 month secondment for a full-time position of mental health homeless practitioner within the Manchester Mental Health and Homeless Team.
The offers are open to anyqualified Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers and Occupational therapists who have active registration within the relevant body.
The successful candidate will work to support and strengthen existing links with support services and mental health treatment services within the city of Manchester. The post holder will be supported by a well-established, specialist multi-disciplinary, trauma informed homeless mental health team and will work with individuals who are experiencing mental health problems. The role of the team is to work with a range of partnership services and homeless individuals to assess and identify the appropriate treatment pathways to address these unmet needs.
Please feel free to contact the manager if you are interested in the post.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide community based engagement and assessment to clients with complex mental health and substance misuse (dual diagnosis) needs in partnership with mental health and addiction services.
The post holder will be part of the Manchester Homeless Mental Health Team and will work alongside council staff, drug and alcohol workers, police and homeless outreach workers providing mental health support to rough sleepers both through drop-in clinics at day centres or directly on the street whilst working alongside outreach workers.
The post holder will be responsible for the assessment of mental health needs for homeless individuals who are not engaged with mainstream mental health services. The role will include active participation in the service planning and future development of the mental health support for homeless individuals within the Manchester district.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users
Details
Date posted
05 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8300269
Job locations
Number 1 Central Park
Unit B Northhampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- experience and understanding of mental health and/dual diagnoisis
Desirable
- experience of the homeless sector
Experience
Essential
- qualification in relevant profession
- Community experience in mental health
Desirable
- post qualification experience working with complex mental health needs
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- experience and understanding of mental health and/dual diagnoisis
Desirable
- experience of the homeless sector
Experience
Essential
- qualification in relevant profession
- Community experience in mental health
Desirable
- post qualification experience working with complex mental health needs
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Number 1 Central Park
Unit B Northhampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Number 1 Central Park
Unit B Northhampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Deputy Ward Manager - CAMHS
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 17 day(s) ago
Reference: 2383199
Job summary
Phoenix Ward is looking for Deputy ward managers who would like progress their career and specialise within CAMHS inpatient services within our General Adolescent Inpatient Unit.
You would be a committed and competent Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) looking for a new challenge and development opportunities seeking an opportunity to make a real difference to young people and carers. You must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure on a busy, inpatient ward.
The successful candidate will be supported with development and progression opportunities.
Applicants must have completed their Band 5 nursing preceptorship and have been signed off this.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will take charge of the shifts on a rotational basis, act as a primary nurse to service users and their carers, as well as being responsible for the establishment and maintenance of effective communication with all relevant personnel who contribute to the care of the service user both internal and external to the Trust.
The post holder will, in collaboration with the ward manager and clinical leads, ensure continuous clinical and professional development for ward staff through on the job coaching, mentoring, audit, regular supervision, and ward based training of less experienced staff.
The post holder will deputise for the ward manager as required and promote multi-disciplinary team working whilst leading predominantly on nursing issues and leadership.
The post holder will be expected to act into duty manager role occasionally in a supporting role to staff across Prestwich site.
All staff working within our Trust should adopt our values.
All staff have a responsibility to contribute to high standards of care, they need to:
- Be a quality inspector, and reporting everything, especially where you need help to put it right.
- Take a pro-active role in identifying risks and acting on the results to resolve problems at source.
- Take part in risk management practices, both clinical and non-clinical in line with the Trust Risk Management Strategy to help reduce risks to the safety of patients.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than122locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
05 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-8274345
Job locations
Phoenix Ward, Junction 17
Prestwich Hospital
Manchester
M253BL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Shortlisting
Essential
- RMN Professional Qualification
Essentail
Essential
- RMN Professional Qualification
- Preparation for Assessor/Mentorship or willingness to work towards
- Proven experience at Band 5 (or equivalent) within the same specialty with evidence of ongoing development or evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Substantial post-qualification experience of working with people with severe and enduring mental illness
- Evidence of applied understanding of the needs of clients and complex presentations in Mental Health in-patient care (within specific speciality)
- Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of clinical risk assessment
- Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of NMC Standards and Code of Conduct
- Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of change management processes in the leadership and support of large groups of staff
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of best clinical practices relevant to the area
- Knowledge of the role and function of other organisations who provide services to clients with mental health problems
- Ability to demonstrate sound clinical leadership skills in a large multi-disciplinary team
- Be able to implement the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy into work settings
- Ability to translate clinical risk into care plans
- Demonstrable evidence of excellent written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to present ideas with clarity and in a persuasive and influential style
- Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively with other agencies at a variety of levels
- Demonstrable ability to provide situational management to staff and deal with conflict
- Evidence of ability to provide focused support to staff
- Demonstrably ability to maintain morale and leadership in an uncertain and changing environment
- Reliable, and committed to developing client care and nursing
- Full commitment to equal opportunities
- Demonstrable evidence of flexible approach, able to recognise signs of stress in self and others and take appropriate action
- Ability to effectively manage applied clinical work and the development of nursing practice
- Ability to gain the trust, confidence and respect of clients, carers, and staff of a variety of levels and disciplines
- To participate in the development of a culture which actively promotes the involvement of service users and carers
- Evidence of successful completion of band 5 preceptorship
Desirable
- Post registration clinical qualification in Mental Health eg. Acute Care, Post Registration Specialist training in
- Professional development in Physical Health interventions
- Previous experience of providing Clinical Supervision
- Personal development related to clinical area/care group
- Experience of managing staff and other professionals
Person Specification
Shortlisting
Essential
- RMN Professional Qualification
Essentail
Essential
- RMN Professional Qualification
- Preparation for Assessor/Mentorship or willingness to work towards
- Proven experience at Band 5 (or equivalent) within the same specialty with evidence of ongoing development or evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Substantial post-qualification experience of working with people with severe and enduring mental illness
- Evidence of applied understanding of the needs of clients and complex presentations in Mental Health in-patient care (within specific speciality)
- Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of clinical risk assessment
- Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of NMC Standards and Code of Conduct
- Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of change management processes in the leadership and support of large groups of staff
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of best clinical practices relevant to the area
- Knowledge of the role and function of other organisations who provide services to clients with mental health problems
- Ability to demonstrate sound clinical leadership skills in a large multi-disciplinary team
- Be able to implement the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy into work settings
- Ability to translate clinical risk into care plans
- Demonstrable evidence of excellent written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to present ideas with clarity and in a persuasive and influential style
- Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively with other agencies at a variety of levels
- Demonstrable ability to provide situational management to staff and deal with conflict
- Evidence of ability to provide focused support to staff
- Demonstrably ability to maintain morale and leadership in an uncertain and changing environment
- Reliable, and committed to developing client care and nursing
- Full commitment to equal opportunities
- Demonstrable evidence of flexible approach, able to recognise signs of stress in self and others and take appropriate action
- Ability to effectively manage applied clinical work and the development of nursing practice
- Ability to gain the trust, confidence and respect of clients, carers, and staff of a variety of levels and disciplines
- To participate in the development of a culture which actively promotes the involvement of service users and carers
- Evidence of successful completion of band 5 preceptorship
Desirable
- Post registration clinical qualification in Mental Health eg. Acute Care, Post Registration Specialist training in
- Professional development in Physical Health interventions
- Previous experience of providing Clinical Supervision
- Personal development related to clinical area/care group
- Experience of managing staff and other professionals
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Phoenix Ward, Junction 17
Prestwich Hospital
Manchester
M253BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Phoenix Ward, Junction 17
Prestwich Hospital
Manchester
M253BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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