Job summary

Join us as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) Trainee in the TALKWORKS service in March 2027. Gain high quality training & work in a service delivering evidence based, Low Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for those with common mental health problems. We are a high performing NHS Talking Therapies service with an award winning long term health conditions team.

We are looking for enthusiastic trainees who have a commitment to local communities. Our teams cover Exeter, Torbay, Newton Abbot, Barnstaple & Tiverton, Tavistock, Ivybridge, Cullompton & Bideford. Your preferred location will be discussed during the interview.

The posts are permanent positions, starting at a Band 4 salary which rise to Band 5 upon qualification.

Please be aware, these posts are competitive, there is a cap on the number of applications that we can process. If we receive a high volume of applications, we will close the post early.This recruitment is subject to final funding approval and may be withdrawn if approval is not received.

Please ensure you have read the Job description & meet the essential requirements set out in the Person specification before applying.

Interviews take place throughout November, see Recruitment Welcome Pack for details. Face to face attendance at our Activity day is required.

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Main duties of the job

This is a training role within NHS Talking Therapies services. You will work within the service providing high volume low intensity interventions whilst undertaking a programme of training for this role.

The training post will equip you to assess patients & provide a range of CBT based self-management interventions to clients with mild to moderate anxiety & depression.

Structure: These are full time clinical training posts, Monday-Friday 9-5.

2x days per week used for taught & self-study days required by the education provider, as specified within National Low Intensity curriculum.

3x days per weekdedicated to clinic work where you will be actively in office, shadowing colleagues, learning how our professional NHS service operates & picking up your own clinical caseload using your newly developed skills.

We welcome applications from positive and motivated individuals who contribute to our supportive team systems, in our offices, across our Devon clinics & remotely.

You will be thoroughly supported on your journey to becoming a PWP by supervision, tutors and mentors. Once qualified our PWP's are require to join the BABCP or BPS as registered practitioners, this enables you access to continued professional development & other benefits.

After qualifying, you'll be enrolled on our pioneering Preceptorship Programme developing your skills as an advanced clinician & finding your own unique style of therapy.

The post holder should be committed to equality diversity & inclusion.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Job summary

Join CLCH Hertfordshire Adult Community Services as an Occupational Therapist on the Inpatient Rehabilitation Wards at Potters Bar Community Hospital.

As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will support patients with a variety of conditions through comprehensive occupational therapy assessment, treatment and discharge planning.

In this Band 5 role, you will:

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver patient-centred rehabilitation.

• Assess individual needs and plan appropriate occupational therapy interventions.

• Support safe, effective discharge planning.

This is an opportunity to develop your practice while contributing to rehabilitation that helps patients achieve the best possible outcomes.

Main duties of the job

As an Occupational Therapist within the bed-based unit, you will:

• Provide occupational therapy assessment and treatment for referred patients, planning, delivering and evaluating interventions for individuals and groups.

• Manage your own caseload autonomously in line with professional standards and clinical guidelines, maintaining accurate professional documentation.

• Contribute actively to the multi-disciplinary team, delivering a comprehensive Occupational Therapy service for residents of West Hertfordshire.

• Build and maintain effective relationships with referring CLCH acute and community services to support appropriate referrals and understanding of the Occupational Therapist and multi-professional team roles.

• Take part in Continuing Professional Development, in-service training, audit and research undertaken by the service.

About us

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Job summary

The Nursing Support Worker is a valued member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team within the Older Adult Mental Health Assessment Unit, working under the direction of Registered Nurses to provide compassionate, person-centred care to older adults experiencing mental health conditions such as dementia, depression, anxiety, psychosis, and cognitive impairment.

The post holder supports patients with activities of daily living, delivers direct care, undertakes physical health observations, and assists in monitoring mental and physical wellbeing. Working in line with care plans, risk assessments, and relevant policies, they support patients throughout assessment, treatment, and recovery.

A key aspect of the role is developing therapeutic relationships, providing emotional support, promoting dignity and independence, and encouraging engagement in meaningful activities. Nursing Support Workers contribute to assessment and care planning by observing and reporting changes in patients' presentation, behaviour, cognition, mood, and physical health.

Working closely with nurses, doctors, occupational therapists, psychologists, social workers, families, and carers, they help maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment that promotes recovery, wellbeing, and positive outcomes for older adults.

This is a full-time post.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will primarily work within the Older Adult Mental Health Assessment Unit and may be required to work across Adult Mental Health inpatient services to meet service needs.

Key responsibilities include providing high-quality, person-centred care to older adults with mental health conditions, dementia, cognitive impairment, and complex physical health needs. The post holder will support patients with activities of daily living, therapeutic engagement, recovery-focused interventions, and meaningful activities that promote independence and wellbeing.

They will monitor and report changes in patients' mental and physical wellbeing, contributing to multidisciplinary assessments, care planning, treatment, and discharge processes. The role involves supporting patients experiencing distress, anxiety, confusion, or challenging behaviour, using compassionate, person-centred approaches and working in accordance with risk assessments, observation policies, safeguarding procedures, and individual care plans.

The post holder will help maintain a safe, therapeutic ward environment, promote dignity, equality, inclusion, and patients' rights, and develop effective relationships with patients, families, carers, and members of the multidisciplinary team.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Job summary

Are you an experienced mental health pharmacist looking to broaden your expertise & influence patient care at a strategic level?

We are seeking a motivated and clinically skilled pharmacist to join our Medicines Information team. This is an excellent opportunity to use your mental health pharmacy experience to support complex clinical decision-making across the Trust.

Working alongside the Lead Medicines Information Pharmacist, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based advice on medicines-related enquiries, supporting psychiatrists & multidisciplinary teams in making informed treatment decisions. Previous Medicines Information experience is desirable but not essential.

You will also contribute to clinical pharmacy services, formulary management, medicines optimisation & service development projects, with opportunities to broaden your skills through rotational work where available.

The role requires a strong foundation in hospital pharmacy practice, excellent clinical reasoning, problem-solving ability & effective written and verbal communication. Accurate documentation is essential, as responses will support future practice & less experienced colleagues.

This fixed-term post is ideal for a pharmacist with mental health experience who is keen to develop specialist Medicines Information expertise & make a wider impact on patient care and medicines governance. There is potential for the role to become permanent after 12 months.

Main duties of the job

• The role involves taking in enquiries, ensuring all relevant information has been gathered to answer the question(s) posed, then adding them onto our database to ensure good governance.

• Initial induction & training will be provided & supervised by the Lead MI Pharmacist with completion of logs to demonstrate competency & sign off before working independently.

• You'll support the development & update work of our Trust Formulary to ensure the rational use of medicines & protect against excessive expenditure on drugs

• Other Medicines Information duties including unlicensed medicine risk assessments preparation of informative Bulletins (including guidelines &medicines shortages memos) & attending meetings if needed to deputise for the Lead MI Pharmacist.

• Medicines information & wider work will involve use of specialist computer systems, including MiData bank, ePMA, RiO, Datix & ePACT analysis.

• You will support trainees & qualified pharmacy staff with their training needs & rotations through MI.

• You will report adverse drug reactions through Yellow Card Scheme.

• You will support the Lead MI Pharmacist in collating MI key performance indicators.

• You will ensure MI resources are maintained & up to date in line with UKMI recommendations.

• You will be required to cover inpatient wards by contributing to providing pharmacy support &participating in pharmacy departmental Emergency Duty Commitment and Late Duty rota.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Details

Date posted

16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

371-CS418-B

Job locations

Pharmacy Dept - Prospect Park Hospital, Honey End Ln, Reading RG30 4EJ

Reading

RG30 4EJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacist
• Postgraduate clinical qualification and hospital experience to be considered for band 7
• Have a flexible approach to work in order to meet the developing needs of the pharmacy service

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to contact Ozma Tahir, Deputy Chief Pharmacist, on [email protected] or on 07580737965 who'll be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a PharmacistPostgraduate clinical qualification and hospital experience to be considered for band 7Have a flexible approach to work in order to meet the developing needs of the pharmacy service For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to contact Ozma Tahir, Deputy Chief Pharmacist, on [email protected] or on 07580737965 who'll be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications or training

Essential

• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Good Pharmacy Honours degree (BPharm or MPharm)
• Clinical or psychiatric post-graduate certificate

Desirable

• Clinical or psychiatric post-graduate diploma
• MSc in clinical or psychiatric pharmacy or relevant research subject
• Post-graduate qualification advanced communication skills, leadership or management
• Member of Professional organisation e.g. Royal Pharmaceutical Society, College of Mental Health Pharmacists

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of ongoing CPD

Previous Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience as a practising pharmacist
• Substantial experience of mental health hospital pharmacy
• Demonstrates and commitment to clinical governance and quality improvement
• One or more years working in Medicines Information department to UKMI standards

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Able to communicate highly complex, sensitive, or contentious information
• Advanced keyboard skills and computer literate, with ability to use software packages
• Demonstrate and promote GPhC standards for pharmacy professionals
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to urgent requests interruptions

Desirable

• Advanced analysis, critical appraisal, and problem-solving skills
• ePACT analysis techniques
• Working knowledge of PGDs

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel efficiently between Trust sites
• Flexible approach to work patterns in line with needs of service e.g. EDC

Person Specification Education, qualifications or training Essential Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Good Pharmacy Honours degree (BPharm or MPharm) Clinical or psychiatric post-graduate certificate Desirable Clinical or psychiatric post-graduate diploma MSc in clinical or psychiatric pharmacy or relevant research subject Post-graduate qualification advanced communication skills, leadership or management Member of Professional organisation e.g. Royal Pharmaceutical Society, College of Mental Health Pharmacists Continuous Professional Development Essential Evidence of ongoing CPD Previous Experience Essential Substantial experience as a practising pharmacist Substantial experience of mental health hospital pharmacy Demonstrates and commitment to clinical governance and quality improvement One or more years working in Medicines Information department to UKMI standards Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Able to communicate highly complex, sensitive, or contentious information Advanced keyboard skills and computer literate, with ability to use software packages Demonstrate and promote GPhC standards for pharmacy professionals Ability to work under pressure and respond to urgent requests interruptions Desirable Advanced analysis, critical appraisal, and problem-solving skills ePACT analysis techniques Working knowledge of PGDs Additional Requirements Essential Ability to travel efficiently between Trust sites Flexible approach to work patterns in line with needs of service e.g. EDC

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy Dept - Prospect Park Hospital, Honey End Ln, Reading RG30 4EJ

Reading

RG30 4EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy Dept - Prospect Park Hospital, Honey End Ln, Reading RG30 4EJ

Reading

RG30 4EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic Bank Physiotherapists to join ourteams working across the inpatient acute, rehabilitation & community teams.

Your role will be identifying, planning and providing specialist assessment and treatment across a varied caseload, dependent on rotation.

You will be required to work across New Cross Hospital, West Park & Cannock Chase Hospital sites, and in the community to support the 7-day service provision.

As the posts involve community rotations holding a current driving license & having use of a vehicle for work is essential

Main duties of the job

To provide specialist physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients in the area of speciality and to participate in the senior rotation (as required) and the out of hours services.

To maintain close working relationships with other health professionals /referrers to ensure efficient, effective and appropriate delivery of the service.

To supervise and educate student physiotherapists to a graduate standard, working with the Universities to ensure standard of practice and teaching meets the standards set by the degree level qualification.

Applicants are required to participate in the respiratory on-call rota and support is provided to maintain competencies.

About us

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services and we are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We're passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.

We are delighted that we have been rated as "Good" by CQC. We have achievednumerous awards; The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020.

The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced Applied Psychologist to join the Psychology staff group within the Adult Acute Inpatient service at Roseberry Park Hospital.

You will be working within a dynamic and supportive leadership team across the urgent care pathway to provide psychologically informed care to all service users. There is a well-established psychology staff group within the service and this post has been created to cover a maternity leave.

This is a developmental position where you will be providing psychologically informed care as part of the wider multidisciplinary team including both indirect and direct assessments, as well as a therapeutic intervention, consultative and advisory services, as well as providing clinical supervision and training to other team members.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Main duties of the job

The post holder will have a key role in providing psychologically informed care to individuals admitted within the service, including both indirect and direct support, including assessments as well as a therapeutic, consultative and advisory service in relation to adults and their families and carers, according to identified clinical need. In addition to direct clinical work, providing consultation and where necessary clinical supervision and training to other team members in regard to patients is an important element of the role

Psychological Professions provide key leadership roles within the Trust. To support this we have developed leadership profiles for each psychology band and the profile card associated with this post is attached on NHS Jobs. You can find more information about the NHS Leadership Academy's Healthcare Leadership Model and the profiles at their website. We encourage you to look at these resources as they will play a part in the interview process.

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.

We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.

Job summary

Are you an experienced Speech and Language Therapist looking for your next challenge?Do you thrive on autonomy, clinicalcomplexity,and multidisciplinary collaboration?Would you love the opportunity to shape and develop specialist SLT provision within community adult learning disability services?

We are looking for aproactive, passionate, andmotivated Specialist SLTto join our Adult Community LD Service in Lowestoft. You will work as an integral part of a dynamic,skilled,and supportive MDT including psychologists, nurses, doctors, occupational therapists, clinical supportworkers,and assistant practitioners.

In this rewarding role, you will support individuals with a learning disability with complex mental and physical health needs, helping them regain independence, build meaningful communication pathways, and make informed decisions about their care.

If you thrive in environments where you can use yourexpertise, shape service delivery, and make a genuine difference every day,thenwe would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Assess communication needs using standardised and non-standardised assessments
• Provide assessment and intervention for dysphagia
• Provide assessment and intervention as part of a multi disciplinary team approach
• Engage with service users, carers and family throughout the treatment process to ensure that co-production is at the centre of care.
• Devise, deliver, monitor, and evaluate treatment plans, modifying where necessary.
• Devise, deliver, monitor, and evaluate training and support packages for family and carers.
• Report verbally and in writing observation and assessment of service users.
• Attend/lead clinical meetings (e.g. multi-disciplinary team meetings, case conferences, reviews, and complex case discussions) as needed and contribute to the discussion on professional and service issues.
• Engage with agreed team processes e.g. duty

About us

At Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, inclusion is at the heart of how we work. We are committed to creating a fair, transparent and accessible recruitment process where every candidate has the opportunity to succeed.

We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in our workforce, including those from the global majority. We recognise that not everyone has equal access to opportunities and are working to address this.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and ensuring all candidates receive a positive and equitable experience.

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Details

Date posted

16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year gross per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

246-GYW8196589-C

Job locations

Lothingland Community Unit

2 Airey Close

Oulton ,Lowestoft

NR32 3JQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Work as an integrated member of the Multi-Disciplinary team
• Embed the Speech and Language Therapy process and pathway into the clinical area
• Use specialist knowledge to independently assess, diagnose, and provide intervention, across the full range of speech, language, and communication needs for the served population
• Where possible, devise and use/ facilitate use of appropriate and person-centred verbal and non-verbal communication tools e.g. pictures, symbols, AAC devices
• Work collaboratively with service users to set focused treatment goals
• Contribute to Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSP).
• Provide specialist clinical advice relevant to your area
• Engage with service users, carers and family throughout the treatment process to ensure that co-production is at the centre of care
• Be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work, including caseload management and direct clinical care.#
• Work autonomously and manage own workload, balancing clinical work and supporting professional activities
• Obtain and record informed consent from patients and/or their significant others at each contact in accordance with Trust policy and the legal requirements of the MH Act and the MCA and DoLs.
• Provide support for colleagues in making information accessible for patients, in accordance with Greenlight standards and NSFT trust strategy
• Work alone across a wide range of settings including specialist residential and day services, work and education environments, hospital sites, and homes as appropriate
• Attend/lead clinical meetings (e.g. multi-disciplinary team meetings, case conferences, reviews, and complex case discussions) as needed and contribute to the discussion on professional and service issues.
• Where appropriate to deputise for the Therapy Lead/Clinical Lead
• Adhere to the HCPC Standards of Proficiency and maintain a CPD portfolio
• Engage with clinical and management supervision in accordance with trust policy
• Attend mandatory training according to trust policy
• Provide support to junior staff and students

***This post attracts a recruitment premium of £3,000 (pro-rata for part time roles). This is a one-off payment with half paid on appointment and half paid after the completion of a satisfactory probation period (6 months). The premium is taxable. Please note that should you leave employment or choose to move to an alternative post within the Trust that does not attract this recruitment premium, you will be required to reimburse all or some it, as follows: 100% of the value of the premium in the first 12 months; 50% of the value of the premium in the period 12 months to 2 years following appointment.***

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Job description Job responsibilities Work as an integrated member of the Multi-Disciplinary team Embed the Speech and Language Therapy process and pathway into the clinical area Use specialist knowledge to independently assess, diagnose, and provide intervention, across the full range of speech, language, and communication needs for the served population Where possible, devise and use/ facilitate use of appropriate and person-centred verbal and non-verbal communication tools e.g. pictures, symbols, AAC devices Work collaboratively with service users to set focused treatment goals Contribute to Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSP). Provide specialist clinical advice relevant to your area Engage with service users, carers and family throughout the treatment process to ensure that co-production is at the centre of care Be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work, including caseload management and direct clinical care.# Work autonomously and manage own workload, balancing clinical work and supporting professional activities Obtain and record informed consent from patients and/or their significant others at each contact in accordance with Trust policy and the legal requirements of the MH Act and the MCA and DoLs. Provide support for colleagues in making information accessible for patients, in accordance with Greenlight standards and NSFT trust strategy Work alone across a wide range of settings including specialist residential and day services, work and education environments, hospital sites, and homes as appropriate Attend/lead clinical meetings (e.g. multi-disciplinary team meetings, case conferences, reviews, and complex case discussions) as needed and contribute to the discussion on professional and service issues. Where appropriate to deputise for the Therapy Lead/Clinical Lead Adhere to the HCPC Standards of Proficiency and maintain a CPD portfolio Engage with clinical and management supervision in accordance with trust policy Attend mandatory training according to trust policy Provide support to junior staff and students ***This post attracts a recruitment premium of £3,000 (pro-rata for part time roles). This is a one-off payment with half paid on appointment and half paid after the completion of a satisfactory probation period (6 months). The premium is taxable. Please note that should you leave employment or choose to move to an alternative post within the Trust that does not attract this recruitment premium, you will be required to reimburse all or some it, as follows: 100% of the value of the premium in the first 12 months; 50% of the value of the premium in the period 12 months to 2 years following appointment.*** Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Speech & Language Therapy
• Post graduate dysphagia qualification

Desirable

• Makaton or sign language qualification
• Further communication training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people with a learning disability
• Experience of working in a multi disciplinary setting
• Experience of delivering teaching / training

Desirable

• experience of supervising SLT assistants and / or SLT students

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Experience of using a range of SLT assessments and interventions with people with a learning disability
• Knowledge of relevant local and national documents and guidance in relation to PLD

Desirable

• Knowledge of using intensive interaction, talking mats, social stories

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Speech & Language Therapy Post graduate dysphagia qualification Desirable Makaton or sign language qualification Further communication training Experience Essential Experience of working with people with a learning disability Experience of working in a multi disciplinary setting Experience of delivering teaching / training Desirable experience of supervising SLT assistants and / or SLT students Knowledge and Skills Essential Experience of using a range of SLT assessments and interventions with people with a learning disability Knowledge of relevant local and national documents and guidance in relation to PLD Desirable Knowledge of using intensive interaction, talking mats, social stories

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Lothingland Community Unit

2 Airey Close

Oulton ,Lowestoft

NR32 3JQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Lothingland Community Unit

2 Airey Close

Oulton ,Lowestoft

NR32 3JQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

As a Customer Care Officer in the PRUH Emergency Department, the post holder is responsible for delivering a comprehensive reception and administration service, demonstrating exemplary customer service to patients and visitors. The post holder will be expected to work flexibly within a team to ensure that reception duties are covered 24/7.

As a member of the team, the post holder will be responsible for booking patients into the emergency department, answering and directing phone calls, responding to patient/visitor requests, providing admin support, managing inboxes and assisting with business continuity and downtime, both planned and unplanned.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of a CCO are inclusive (but not limited to) the below

CCOs will receive and register injured/trauma patients within the agreed timescales and customer care standards.

CCOs must ensure accurate and diligent administration with regards to receiving and registering patients, maintaining required Trust data, completing necessary paperwork, obtaining signatures of consent from patients, manual indexing, and entry on the in-house computer system to an agreed specified standard. You must ensure that the Emergency Department (ED) captures all relevant registration data and that this is entered on to the in-house computer data base namely EPIC.

Post-holder must manage face-to-face enquiries promptly and efficiently, providing an immediate response or referring individual on to appropriate person as and when required and answer telephone calls in a polite and professional manner taking accurate messages and ensuring these are given to the appropriate people.

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Mental Health Practitioner to join the Ealing Early Intervention Service on a fixed-term basis.

Ealing EIS is a dynamic, multidisciplinary community mental health team providing specialist assessment and treatment for young people experiencing a first episode of psychosis. We are passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based, recovery-focused care that promotes hope, social inclusion and positive outcomes for service users and their families.

We are seeking a skilled practitioner who is committed to person-centred care and who thrives within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

This post is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide cover during a period of secondment. Internal applicants may be considered on a secondment basis subject to agreement from their substantive manager.

Main duties of the job

As a Mental Health Practitioner, you will:

• Manage a caseload of service users experiencing a first episode of psychosis.
• Undertake comprehensive assessments, risk assessments and care planning.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions in line with Early Intervention in Psychosis standards.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers and partner agencies to support recovery.
• Contribute to physical health monitoring and holistic care planning.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and service development initiatives.
• Provide crisis management and risk management as required.
• Support service users with education, employment and social recovery goals.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records and contribute to performance targets.

About us

Ealing Early Intervention Service is a committed and innovative team that values compassion, inclusion and continuous improvement. We take pride in supporting staff development and fostering a positive team culture where learning and professional growth are encouraged.

As part of our service, you will receive:

• Regular clinical and managerial supervision.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive multidisciplinary working.
• Experience within a nationally recognised Early Intervention in Psychosis model.
• Access to quality improvement and service development projects.

Job summary

Are you looking to join a forward-thinking and dynamic team? Do you want to make a real difference to people's lives and help improve health and wellbeing within your local community?

WIN PCN is recruiting for a Social Prescribing link Worker to join our expanding multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will work closely with our member GP practices and a diverse network of community organisations to support patients with a wide range of non-medical needs that may be impacting their health and wellbeing.

You will join a team consisting of a Pharmacist, Paramedics, Social Prescribing Link Workers, and a Care Coordinator, supported by a team of GPs and Clinical Leads, all striving to improve outcomes for patients across our local communities.

This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and motivated individual who is passionate about supporting people to take control of their health and wellbeing. Through personalised conversations and a person-centred approach, you will help individuals access local groups, activities and support services, empowering them to live healthier, more connected and independent lives.

At WIN PCN, we are committed to reducing health inequalities, strengthening community connections and delivering high-quality patient-centred care. If you are enthusiastic about helping people achieve positive change, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Support patients to identify and achieve goals that will improve their health, wellbeing and independence.
• Conduct person-centred conversations to understand what matters most to individuals and the challenges they may be facing.
• Connect patients with local community groups, activities, services and sources of support.
• Work with patients experiencing loneliness, social isolation, low confidence, financial concerns, housing issues and other social factors affecting their wellbeing.
• Build strong relationships with voluntary, community and statutory organisations across the local area.
• Manage and prioritise a caseload of referrals received from GP practices and other healthcare professionals.
• Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team, including GPs, Care Coordinators, Pharmacists and other PCN staff.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to monitoring outcomes and service development.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people's lives by helping them access the right support at the right time and empowering them to take greater control of their health and wellbeing.

About us

We are looking for an energetic, compassionate and motivated individual to join our innovative Network.

WIN PCN four practices in the Thornton-Cleveleys and Poulton-le-Fylde to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care to our local population and uses a network of skilled clinicians and support staff to forge strong relationships with healthcare providers, community organisations and local services. Through collaborative working across our partner practices, we deliver personalised care and support to patients throughout every stage of life.

You will join a multidisciplinary team inclusive of a variety of roles all committed to improving outcomes for our local population

Benefits of joining Wyre Integrated Network:

• Being part of a successful and supportive integrated team
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patients and the wider community
• Wrap-around professional and educational support
• Underpinning support from the wider clinical, training and leadership teams
• Opportunity to develop a system-wide perspective and support our 'healthcare without boundaries' approach
• Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Flexible and collaborative working environment

Job summary

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated mental health professional to join our Primary Care Network (PCN) Mental Health Team. Working closely with GP practices, primary care colleagues, community services and partner organisations, you will support adults experiencing mental ill health to improve their wellbeing, recovery and quality of life.

The successful candidate will undertake comprehensive mental health assessments, identify individuals' holistic needs and provide time-limited therapeutic interventions within primary care settings. You will manage your own caseload, act as lead professional for allocated patients, and work under the supervision of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner. The role also involves providing clinical advice and consultation to colleagues across health, social care, voluntary and statutory services, while promoting social inclusion, community engagement and positive outcomes for service users.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people's lives while working within a supportive, multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality mental health care.

Main duties of the job

To improve the lives of people with mental ill health by minimising the impact of theircondition through the delivery of excellent services to promote recovery and wellbeing? To be compassionate in meeting the needs of patients and their cares? To work closely with Primary Care and Community health care colleagues within thelocality regarding the mental health needs of their adult practice population? Under the supervision of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Team Manager to beprofessionally accountable and responsible for patient care.? Undertaking initial assessment and identifying patient's holistic needs. This may be byworking in collaboration with other appropriate services or by providing time-limitedtherapeutic interventions directly within a primary care setting or patient home. ? To carry own caseload and act as lead professional under the supervision of theAdvanced nurse practitioner/Team manager.? To promote social inclusion, community access and participation through the provisionof patient care? To provide clinical advise, consultation and support to other care providers withinprimary, secondary voluntary and statutory services as required? To promote at all times a positive image of people with mental ill health? To promote at all times a positive image of the Mental Health Service and PCN.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Details

Date posted

16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

364-B-529

Job locations

Reunion House

Clacton

CO15 1JA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Promote and maintain safety, privacy and dignity of all patients in the delivery of patientcentered care, recognizing and respecting differences including spiritual and culturalbeliefs Act, wherever applicable, in accordance with the Mental Health Act, Mental CapacityAct and associated policies and procedures Responsible for recognising the potential for or signs of patient self-harm, abuse orneglect, including poor clinical practice reporting all such concerns and taking allreasonable steps to protect the patient. Responsible for identifying and reportingconcerns regarding the safeguarding of children who may be at risk Responsible for ensuring the highest professional standards and attitudes towards thecare of patients are maintained and that care is delivered in accordance with evidencebased practice at all times. Patients have a range of mental health conditions of mildto moderate severity (including issues relating to child abuse), they may have difficultfamily situations and may demonstrate behaviors that challenge at initial assessment,or as a result of unexpected changes during program of therapy Undertake a comprehensive initial assessment of referred patients, including thosewith complex needs and use clinical judgement and analysis to sign post to appropriateservices, or to retain within the primary care mental health service for time-limitedtherapy Support patients and their families / carers in the community, providing advice andliaising with other support services to co-ordinate individual support packages Provides clinical advice and consultation on complex issues to other members of theclinical team and staff from other disciplines and agencies Under the supervision of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Team Manager haveresponsibility for own caseload of patients and takes responsibility as lead professionalas appropriate. Develop, implement and evaluate intervention / care plans as part ofthe multi-disciplinary team, statutory and non-statutory agencies and with theinvolvement of the patient and where appropriate, their carer or family Ensure that intervention / care plans are based on current risk assessment evidencebased practice, critical thinking and whole system support requirements that takeaccount of relevant physical, social, cultural, psychological, spiritual, generic andenvironmental factors

Job description Job responsibilities Promote and maintain safety, privacy and dignity of all patients in the delivery of patientcentered care, recognizing and respecting differences including spiritual and culturalbeliefs Act, wherever applicable, in accordance with the Mental Health Act, Mental CapacityAct and associated policies and procedures Responsible for recognising the potential for or signs of patient self-harm, abuse orneglect, including poor clinical practice reporting all such concerns and taking allreasonable steps to protect the patient. Responsible for identifying and reportingconcerns regarding the safeguarding of children who may be at risk Responsible for ensuring the highest professional standards and attitudes towards thecare of patients are maintained and that care is delivered in accordance with evidencebased practice at all times. Patients have a range of mental health conditions of mildto moderate severity (including issues relating to child abuse), they may have difficultfamily situations and may demonstrate behaviors that challenge at initial assessment,or as a result of unexpected changes during program of therapy Undertake a comprehensive initial assessment of referred patients, including thosewith complex needs and use clinical judgement and analysis to sign post to appropriateservices, or to retain within the primary care mental health service for time-limitedtherapy Support patients and their families / carers in the community, providing advice andliaising with other support services to co-ordinate individual support packages Provides clinical advice and consultation on complex issues to other members of theclinical team and staff from other disciplines and agencies Under the supervision of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Team Manager haveresponsibility for own caseload of patients and takes responsibility as lead professionalas appropriate. Develop, implement and evaluate intervention / care plans as part ofthe multi-disciplinary team, statutory and non-statutory agencies and with theinvolvement of the patient and where appropriate, their carer or family Ensure that intervention / care plans are based on current risk assessment evidencebased practice, critical thinking and whole system support requirements that takeaccount of relevant physical, social, cultural, psychological, spiritual, generic andenvironmental factors

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification in mental health or equivalent.

Desirable

• Evidence of specialist study / qualifications

Work Experience & Attainments

Essential

• Varied clinical experience in a range of Mental Health Services (or other relevant health/social care settings)

Desirable

• Responding and resolving complaints at local level

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional qualification in mental health or equivalent. Desirable Evidence of specialist study / qualifications Work Experience & Attainments Essential Varied clinical experience in a range of Mental Health Services (or other relevant health/social care settings) Desirable Responding and resolving complaints at local level

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Reunion House

Clacton

CO15 1JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Reunion House

Clacton

CO15 1JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Community Mental Health Practitioner looking to join a great team, providing specialist mental health care to the population of Stockport. The Secondary Care CMHT support residents with severe and enduring mental health conditions. population we serve.

This an exciting time for Stockport CMHT. We are currently undergoing a transformation within our service as part of the National Transformations of community services and the local Living Well developments. It is an opportunity to be part of our service development, with planned investment in our staff and new role development.

The CMHT work with people aged 16 and over with severe and enduring mental health and social care needs.

Mental Health Practitioners are responsible for providing holistic assessment, interventions, risk assessments and care plans for people on their caseload. As a nurse in the team. You will be responsible for administering depot medication for people who are unable to attend the depot clinic.

Main duties of the job

To act as the community Mental Health Practitioner and key worker responsible for the care of an identified group of clients, being part of a service that is committed to recovery and social inclusion.To provide supervision to an identified group of staff and students on placement with the team.

Please see Job Description for main details of the job in more detail.

About us

We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
• Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance
• Access to Continued Professional Development
• Involvement in improvement and research activities
• Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
• Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel

Details

Date posted

16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

311-S789-26-A

Job locations

CMHT West

243 Councillor Lane

Cheadle

SK8 2JF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full range of duties and responsibilities is listed within the Job description and personal specification.

Application support -We recommend tailoring your application to each role you apply for, particularly your supporting information. This gives you the best chance of success. Your supporting information should clearly explain, with examples, how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role.

We are aware of the increase in AI being used for job applications. AI can be a useful tool to assist in writing your application, but these tools may not understand the context or requirements of the job you are applying for and using for all your application will not be a true reflection of your skills and experience. Relying on AI for your whole application can negatively impact on your chances of success throughout the recruitment process as you will be asked to provide evidence to support what you have written. Take the time to proofread your application to ensure you can evidence what you have submitted, whether this is by your experience or certificates

We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit thejobs events pageon our website.

Sponsorship Information -We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications.Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship.You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on thegovernment website.

After You Apply -Once your application is submitted, youll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.

If You're Offered the Role -If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. Youll receive a formal conditional offer via email

Pre-Employment Checks -To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line withNHS Employment Check Standards. These include:

• Identity verification
• Right to work check
• Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
• Professional registration and/or qualification check
• Occupational health assessment
• Employment history and reference validation

All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide theirHMRC employment historyto cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history andreferences.

If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on currentgovernment guidance.If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.

Once Checks Are Complete -

The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. Youll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.

Additional Information -

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.

If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 4100 as early as possible so we can support you.

Please note:

• We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.
• We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you have a disability or longterm health condition and need extra time or adjustments to complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible. We will ensure you are not disadvantaged where a reasonable adjustment is appropriate.

Job description Job responsibilities The full range of duties and responsibilities is listed within the Job description and personal specification. Application support -We recommend tailoring your application to each role you apply for, particularly your supporting information. This gives you the best chance of success. Your supporting information should clearly explain, with examples, how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We are aware of the increase in AI being used for job applications. AI can be a useful tool to assist in writing your application, but these tools may not understand the context or requirements of the job you are applying for and using for all your application will not be a true reflection of your skills and experience. Relying on AI for your whole application can negatively impact on your chances of success throughout the recruitment process as you will be asked to provide evidence to support what you have written. Take the time to proofread your application to ensure you can evidence what you have submitted, whether this is by your experience or certificates We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit thejobs events pageon our website. Sponsorship Information -We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications.Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship.You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on thegovernment website. After You Apply -Once your application is submitted, youll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email. If You're Offered the Role -If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. Youll receive a formal conditional offer via email Pre-Employment Checks -To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line withNHS Employment Check Standards. These include: Identity verification Right to work check Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role) Professional registration and/or qualification check Occupational health assessment Employment history and reference validation All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide theirHMRC employment historyto cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history andreferences. If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on currentgovernment guidance.If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn. Once Checks Are Complete - The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. Youll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions. Additional Information - We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve. If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 4100 as early as possible so we can support you. Please note: We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly. We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you have a disability or longterm health condition and need extra time or adjustments to complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible. We will ensure you are not disadvantaged where a reasonable adjustment is appropriate.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification Social Work / Mental Health Nursing / Occupational Therapy
• Registration with HCPC / NMC
• Experience in community mental health work
• Willingness to undertake further training relevant to the practitioner role resulting from legislative or service changes, as appropriate.

Desirable

• Evidence of post-basic qualification and training
• PSI Training
• MSLAP or equivalent Mentor training

Experience

Essential

• Working within Mental Health Law policies and procedures.
• Experience of supervision
• Experience in working with people with moderate to severe mental health needs
• Experience of MDT working

Desirable

• Experience of leading a team / 'acting up'.

Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive knowledge / experience in social inclusion and recovery model of care.
• Knowledge of mental health legislation

Desirable

• Experience of managing or participating in change

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to and be responsible for management of a caseload
• Ability to work effectively as part of a MDT.
• Ability to supervise junior staff / students
• Effective time management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Recording relevant documentation to a professional standard.
• Ability to communicate informally and develop supportive relationships with clients, carers and other professionals
• Utilise the supervision process.
• Ability to value diversity and respond constructively to discriminatory behaviour
• IT Skills

Work Related Citcumstances

Essential

• Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
• Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
• Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential Professional qualification Social Work / Mental Health Nursing / Occupational Therapy Registration with HCPC / NMC Experience in community mental health work Willingness to undertake further training relevant to the practitioner role resulting from legislative or service changes, as appropriate. Desirable Evidence of post-basic qualification and training PSI Training MSLAP or equivalent Mentor training Experience Essential Working within Mental Health Law policies and procedures. Experience of supervision Experience in working with people with moderate to severe mental health needs Experience of MDT working Desirable Experience of leading a team / 'acting up'. Knowledge Essential Extensive knowledge / experience in social inclusion and recovery model of care. Knowledge of mental health legislation Desirable Experience of managing or participating in change Skills and Abilities Essential Ability to and be responsible for management of a caseload Ability to work effectively as part of a MDT. Ability to supervise junior staff / students Effective time management Excellent written and verbal communication skills Recording relevant documentation to a professional standard. Ability to communicate informally and develop supportive relationships with clients, carers and other professionals Utilise the supervision process. Ability to value diversity and respond constructively to discriminatory behaviour IT Skills Work Related Citcumstances Essential Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Pennine Care NHS FT

Address

CMHT West

243 Councillor Lane

Cheadle

SK8 2JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Pennine Care NHS FT

Address

CMHT West

243 Councillor Lane

Cheadle

SK8 2JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and resourceful Social Worker to join our Community Mental Health Team in Chelmsford, Mid Essex. This role requires a creative and positive approach to meeting the needs of service users, their families, and carers.

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) delivers secondary mental health services across Mid Essex, providing specialist care for individuals with severe or complex mental health needs. As part of the Chelmsford team, you will work closely with crisis intervention services, inpatient care, and specialist pathways such as early intervention in psychosis and personality disorder support. You will also collaborate with GPs through initiatives like the Integrated Mental Health Service, which offers assessments and tailored support plans at GP surgeries, and work alongside Essex County Council to implement the Care Act principles of prevent, reduce, and delay.

Main duties of the job

This role emphasizes holistic, person-centred care, safeguarding, and recovery-focused interventions for adults in the Chelmsford area. You will have the opportunity to exercise professional autonomy while benefiting from the support and expertise of a multi-disciplinary team.

Chelmsford, located in Essex, has a population of approximately 93,000 residents with a relatively young demographic (median age 37). Around 61% of residents are of working age, and the town is ethnically diverse, with 27% identifying as an ethnicity other than White British. Languages spoken include English, Polish, and South Asian languages. This diversity brings varied social care needs, including support for families, older adults, and culturally diverse communities.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Work bank: You can use the opportunity to supplement your income and develop your skills by working bank shifts.
• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Details

Date posted

16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

364-A-9750-E

Job locations

C&E Centre

New London Road

Chelmsford

CM2 0QH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

EPUT invests in the development of social workers and plays a leading role in initiatives such as Think Ahead. We offer support from our Social Care Leadership Team, structured caseload supervision, and extensive training opportunities, including AMHP training, therapy training (EMDR, CBT, DBT), and specialist roles in areas such as Dual Diagnosis, Perinatal, Psychosis, and Personality Disorder. Career progression is actively encouraged for aspiring leaders and clinical experts.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality assessment and intervention for service users experiencing a wide range of mental health problems, promoting recovery and independence.Deliver strength-based approaches to support recovery and social inclusion for individuals and families.Implement the personalisation agenda through strengths-based assessments and fulfil statutory social care duties under the Care Act (2014).Following probation, undertake AMHP training if not already qualified, and carry out Mental Health Act assessments and related duties. AMHP work attracts additional pay and reduced caseloads.

We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Job description Job responsibilities EPUT invests in the development of social workers and plays a leading role in initiatives such as Think Ahead. We offer support from our Social Care Leadership Team, structured caseload supervision, and extensive training opportunities, including AMHP training, therapy training (EMDR, CBT, DBT), and specialist roles in areas such as Dual Diagnosis, Perinatal, Psychosis, and Personality Disorder. Career progression is actively encouraged for aspiring leaders and clinical experts. Responsibilities Provide high-quality assessment and intervention for service users experiencing a wide range of mental health problems, promoting recovery and independence.Deliver strength-based approaches to support recovery and social inclusion for individuals and families.Implement the personalisation agenda through strengths-based assessments and fulfil statutory social care duties under the Care Act (2014).Following probation, undertake AMHP training if not already qualified, and carry out Mental Health Act assessments and related duties. AMHP work attracts additional pay and reduced caseloads. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Person Specification

qualification

Essential

• Social Work Qualification - Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent

Desirable

• Studying or willingness to study towards full Post Qualification Award in Social Work

Skills

Essential

• Able to offer coaching and support to students and/or unqualified staff and supervise as required.
• Demonstrates a commitment to highest professional and ethical values.
• Literate in IT/Computer Skills

Desirable

• Communication and presentation skills.

Person Specification qualification Essential Social Work Qualification - Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent Desirable Studying or willingness to study towards full Post Qualification Award in Social Work Skills Essential Able to offer coaching and support to students and/or unqualified staff and supervise as required. Demonstrates a commitment to highest professional and ethical values. Literate in IT/Computer Skills Desirable Communication 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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

C&E Centre

New London Road

Chelmsford

CM2 0QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

C&E Centre

New London Road

Chelmsford

CM2 0QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The CAMHS Disability Service is a well-established part of Community CAMHS and offers a wide range of care pathways (0-18 years; moderate to profound LD, ASD and ADHD as well as physical disabilities) including specialist therapeutic interventions, neurodevelopmental assessments with post-diagnostic support, MDT and group interventions, duty and initial assessments and brief, focused interventions for autism. Systemic and relational models form the basis for much of our work, alongside behavioural techniques and a variety of specialist, evidence based approaches. Referrals are diverse, reflecting our local community which we are proud to serve.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two band 7 part-time psychologists to work within the Social Communication Assessment Clinic (SCAC), focused on delivering high-quality autism assessments for children and young people aged 5-18.

We are aforward thinking, passionate team supporting children and young people with disability and their families.

If you are motivated and enthusiastic to work in CAMHS in the context of autism assessment in a multi diverse and partnership delivery model, within an outstanding NHS organisation, this is an ideal position to apply to.

Main duties of the job

o Deliver a high-quality autism assessment service to children and young people aged 5-18 and their families within SCAC, working within a multidisciplinary and multi-agency context and contributing to differential diagnosis and diagnostic formulation.

o Provide a flexible clinical service based on highly developed specialist psychological knowledge, doctoral training, ongoing CPD, regular clinical supervision and relevant experience in child and adolescent neurodevelopmental assessment.

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Job summary

The CAMHS Disability Service is a well-established part of Community CAMHS, and offers a wide range of care pathways (0-18 years; moderate to profound LD, ASD and ADHD as well as physical disabilities) including specialist therapeutic interventions, neurodevelopmental assessments with post-diagnostic support, MDT and group interventions, duty and initial assessments and brief, focused interventions for autism. Systemic and relational models form the basis for much of our work, alongside behavioural techniques and a variety of specialist, evidence based approaches. Referrals are diverse, reflecting our local community which we are proud to serve.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an assistant psychologist to join the CAMHS Disability Service at the Hackney Ark to co-ordinate diagnostic assessment clinics and complete supervised diagnostic assessments. We are aforward thinking, passionate team supporting children and young people with disability and their families.

If you are motivated and enthusiastic to work in CAMHS in the context of autism assessment in a multi diverse and partnership delivery model, within an outstanding NHS organisation, this is an ideal position to apply to.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

• Contribute to ASD ADHD assessments both with/with out LD
• Support and coordinate CAMHS clinics, plan and organise the group schedule in advance, utilising administration
• Support clinical work of qualified staff in relation to diagnostic assessment e.g. reports, outcome measures and group interventions, develop clinical resources
• Liaise closely with the designated Clinical Lead, MDT and Psychology assistants for ASD
• Undertake activities appropriate to the post, under the guidance of the line manager.

We encourage male and minority UK applicants to reflect the local area.

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, and the City of London.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients.

Homerton Healthcare aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Job summary

Vita Health Group, part of Spire Healthcare, is seeking compassionate and motivated Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) to join our NHS Talking Therapies service, supporting individuals experiencing common mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression.

Whether you are newly qualified or an experienced practitioner, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working remotely and supporting patients within your local community.

We're looking for clinicians who are passionate about improving mental health outcomes, thrive in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, and are committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based Step 2 interventions.

If you're ambitious, empathetic, and eager to help people take positive steps towards recovery, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Using your clinical expertise, you will assess the suitability of new referrals through telephone assessments and provide short term, low intensity interventions via telephone, online webinars, and computerised CBT (CCBT).

Where needed, you will work closely with colleagues at Steps 3 and 4, and external services, to support safe onward referrals and step ups, at all times maintaining and advocating for patient dignity, confidentiality and inclusivity.

About us

Vita Health Group celebrates life. Improving lives physically and mentally drives everything we do. To find out more about Vita Health Group and the services we provide, please click here: https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/

Job summary

There are few better opportunities to learn about people than by getting to know someone who experiences the world differently from you.

Working with autistic people challenges our assumptions about communication, perception, emotion and behaviour, and invites us to become much more curious about how the human mind works.

We are looking for someone who shares that curiosity and wants to make a difference to the life of one person and their family: someone kind, open-minded enough to listen, learn and allow the person they support to teach them what good support looks like.

This is a challenging but deeply rewarding role. You'll join a small specialist service supporting one autistic man with mild learning difficulties, He is curious, active, humorous and enjoys engaging with others. He can also experience anxiety and distress, and when he does, can show behaviours of concern.

Youll provide social and emotional support on his varied countryside walks and help him expand the places and activities he can access and enjoy in the community. At home, youll help him with activities that reflect his interests and develop his skills, so his days are active, meaningful and enjoyable.

Youll receive ongoing, bespoke training and support from a highly experienced team committed to excellent autism practice and Positive Behaviour Support. Together, well create the conditions for him to feel less anxious and to thrive, working towards goals that matter to him.

Main duties of the job

To listen, strive to understand and empathise with the client.

To support him to gain confidence in articulating his thoughts, feelings, needs and preferences.

Working alongside other practitioners, to support the client on walks of his choice in the countryside around Bristol and surrounding counties, and occasional trips to shops, towns or other community facilities.

To drive the client and his support practitioner to his activities and walks, or, if you do not drive, to navigate on car journeys when needed.

To support the client, engage in meaningful activities at home, such as gardening, home maintenance, cooking or other practical and leisure pursuits.

To work collaboratively with the client, his family and support team, following his care plans to ensure he receives consistent care.

To provide calm emotional support and, where necessary, trained physical intervention during periods of distress, in accordance with M.R. Trust policies/training, to reduce risk and promote safety for James, those supporting him, and the public.

To and ensure important information is recorded and communicated across the team.

To protect the confidentiality and privacy of James and his family.

To attend all necessary training, supervision and when possible, team meetings, using these to improve James support, as well as your own confidence and wellbeing.

About us

The M.R. Trust was established to manage a Direct Payment from the local authority, enabling the person we support to live at home with his family while receiving genuinely person-centred support.We employ a small, dedicated team of skilled practitioners who help him lead a fulfilling life, combining emotional security, stimulating activities, and opportunities to follow his interests, goals, and personal development. We are passionate in our belief that autistic adults, and those with learning disabilities who show behaviours of concern should enjoy their full rights and participate actively in their communities.We place great value on our staff, providing extensive training, professional and wellbeing support, and opportunities for professional development.If you share our values and have experience supporting or teaching people with autism, learning disabilities, behaviours of concern, brain injury, and/or mental health needs we would love to hear from you.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

B0658-26-0001

Job locations

Thicket Avenue

Bristol

Bristol

BS16 4EP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title: Bank Autism PBS Practitioner

Pay Scale: Starting at £16.00 per hour

Hours: To be negotiated at times/days agreed by both parties. We mostly offer 4 hr shifts during the morning as required to cover staff leave.

Contract: Permanent.

Location: Fishponds, Bristol.

Holiday entitlement: 28 days statutory holidays pro rata.

Responsible to: Manager

Job purpose

Alongside an experienced colleague, to provide calm, reliable support that helps James (not the client's real name) feel secure and manage his anxiety during walks and other activities outside his home. Through consistent, emotionally attuned relationships, to build his confidence and wellbeing, uphold his freedom of choice and ensure his safety. At home, to help him prepare for outings and, when needed, support him with activities that reflect his interests and develop his skills, so that his days are active, meaningful and enjoyable.

Main duties and responsibilities

To listen, strive to understand and empathise with James. To support him to gain confidence in articulating his thoughts, feelings, needs and preferences.

To build a relationship with James which enables him to feel comfortable and safe in your presence.

To support James on walks of his choice in the countryside around Bristol and surrounding counties, and occasional trips to shops, towns or other community facilities.

To support James on a 2:1 ratio in the community, working closely and collaboratively with experienced practitioners to ensure James trips run smoothly and safely.

To support James in preparing for his outings, and when plans change, to help him engage in alternative meaningful activities at home, such as gardening, home maintenance, cooking, or other practical or leisure pursuits.

To work collaboratively with James, his family, care team and other professionals, following his care plans to ensure he receives consistent care.

To reduce James anxiety and promote his emotional wellbeing by attending all required training to develop a good understanding of his Positive Behaviour Support Plan, so effective, agreed ways of supporting him are followed consistently.

To provide calm verbal support and, where necessary, trained physical intervention during periods of distress, in accordance with M.R. Trust policies, training, and risk management plans, to reduce risk and promote safety for James, those supporting him, and the public.

To drive James and his support practitioner to his activities and walks, or if you do not drive, to navigate on car journeys when needed. To support James in planning and following routes on walks, using street maps, OS maps or the OS Maps app.

To help James navigate social situations in the community, advocating and mediating as needed to support his understanding and inclusion.

To accompany James on his weekly one-mile jog if required.

To help James navigate the social world by helping him understand what is going on around him.

To read important information before shifts and ensure important information is recorded and communicated across the team.

To protect the confidentiality and privacy of James and his family.

To attend training, supervision, occasional incident debriefing and when possible, team meetings, and use these constructively to improve James support, as well as your own confidence and wellbeing.

In the case of James activities being cancelled or shortened, to provide flexibility and carry out alternative domestic, administrative or any other duties that are considered relevant or appropriate to James support.

Job description Job responsibilities Job title: Bank Autism PBS PractitionerPay Scale: Starting at £16.00 per hourHours: To be negotiated at times/days agreed by both parties. We mostly offer 4 hr shifts during the morning as required to cover staff leave. Contract: Permanent.Location: Fishponds, Bristol. Holiday entitlement: 28 days statutory holidays pro rata. Responsible to: ManagerJob purposeAlongside an experienced colleague, to provide calm, reliable support that helps James (not the client's real name) feel secure and manage his anxiety during walks and other activities outside his home. Through consistent, emotionally attuned relationships, to build his confidence and wellbeing, uphold his freedom of choice and ensure his safety. At home, to help him prepare for outings and, when needed, support him with activities that reflect his interests and develop his skills, so that his days are active, meaningful and enjoyable.Main duties and responsibilitiesTo listen, strive to understand and empathise with James. To support him to gain confidence in articulating his thoughts, feelings, needs and preferences.To build a relationship with James which enables him to feel comfortable and safe in your presence.To support James on walks of his choice in the countryside around Bristol and surrounding counties, and occasional trips to shops, towns or other community facilities.To support James on a 2:1 ratio in the community, working closely and collaboratively with experienced practitioners to ensure James trips run smoothly and safely.To support James in preparing for his outings, and when plans change, to help him engage in alternative meaningful activities at home, such as gardening, home maintenance, cooking, or other practical or leisure pursuits.To work collaboratively with James, his family, care team and other professionals, following his care plans to ensure he receives consistent care.To reduce James anxiety and promote his emotional wellbeing by attending all required training to develop a good understanding of his Positive Behaviour Support Plan, so effective, agreed ways of supporting him are followed consistently.To provide calm verbal support and, where necessary, trained physical intervention during periods of distress, in accordance with M.R. Trust policies, training, and risk management plans, to reduce risk and promote safety for James, those supporting him, and the public.To drive James and his support practitioner to his activities and walks, or if you do not drive, to navigate on car journeys when needed. To support James in planning and following routes on walks, using street maps, OS maps or the OS Maps app.To help James navigate social situations in the community, advocating and mediating as needed to support his understanding and inclusion.To accompany James on his weekly one-mile jog if required.To help James navigate the social world by helping him understand what is going on around him.To read important information before shifts and ensure important information is recorded and communicated across the team.To protect the confidentiality and privacy of James and his family.To attend training, supervision, occasional incident debriefing and when possible, team meetings, and use these constructively to improve James support, as well as your own confidence and wellbeing. In the case of James activities being cancelled or shortened, to provide flexibility and carry out alternative domestic, administrative or any other duties that are considered relevant or appropriate to James support.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities and Capabilities

Essential

• Demonstrates a high level of empathy and understanding for the needs of James, his family, and paid carers
• Interest in understanding the psychological and emotional world of others
• Commitment to the values and aims of the M.R. Trust
• Responsible and reliable
• Patient
• Willingness to follow care plans agreed by the M.R. Trust team to provide James with consistency
• Mindful, attentive and observant, to reduce anxiety for James and manage risk effectively
• Ability, with support, to work calmly and effectively in emotionally demanding circumstances which includes exposure to mild to moderate reactive aggression (See Essential Job Information for details).
• Willingness to provide emotional and practical support to James, including occasional use of trained physical interventions to ensure safety
• Strong coping mechanisms such as a sense of humour, optimism, ability to talk through difficulties with others and/or the ability to view difficulties as opportunities for learning.
• Intention to remain in the post for at least 1 year
• Able to work a morning shift most weeks for the first few months, to help build a relationship with James
• Able to adapt when plans change, including some flexibility over finishing times and the support tasks needed on the day
• Good, clear, written and verbal communication skills
• Tactful and diplomatic
• Ability to adapt communication style and level of difficulty to the needs of others
• Basic IT skills: confident in using email, internet, and Microsoft Word independently
• Own PC, and e-mail
• Fit and able to walk for up to 1.5 hours at a brisk pace in countryside that includes mud and hills
• Interpersonal confidence (to approach the public to advocate or mediate for James)
• Confidence in exploring new areas in country or town
• Willing to walk in countryside in all weather
• Able to jog for 1 mile, or willingness and ability to achieve this with training
• Own smart phone with ability to use maps/navigation apps with training

Desirable

• Full driving licence
• Own transport and willingness to use car during working hours to enable the client to access the community
• Confidence to drive in towns and on motorways
• Willingness to install a removable protective barrier in your car to manage potential risk on journeys (provided by the Trust)
• Good map reading or navigation skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience of supporting individuals with communication or social functioning difficulties, such as autism, learning disabilities or mental health problems, either in a personal or professional capacity
• Knowledge and understanding of autistic spectrum disability
• Good team working skills
• Experience of supporting adults with behaviours of concern, which includes physically aggressive behaviours

Desirable

• Experience of supporting individuals with autism
• Experience of providing emotional support
• Understanding of causes of anxiety and behaviours of concern in individuals with autism, including the ways the environment may contribute to this

Person Specification Personal Qualities and Capabilities Essential Demonstrates a high level of empathy and understanding for the needs of James, his family, and paid carers Interest in understanding the psychological and emotional world of others Commitment to the values and aims of the M.R. Trust Responsible and reliable Patient Willingness to follow care plans agreed by the M.R. Trust team to provide James with consistency Mindful, attentive and observant, to reduce anxiety for James and manage risk effectively Ability, with support, to work calmly and effectively in emotionally demanding circumstances which includes exposure to mild to moderate reactive aggression (See Essential Job Information for details). Willingness to provide emotional and practical support to James, including occasional use of trained physical interventions to ensure safety Strong coping mechanisms such as a sense of humour, optimism, ability to talk through difficulties with others and/or the ability to view difficulties as opportunities for learning. Intention to remain in the post for at least 1 year Able to work a morning shift most weeks for the first few months, to help build a relationship with James Able to adapt when plans change, including some flexibility over finishing times and the support tasks needed on the day Good, clear, written and verbal communication skills Tactful and diplomatic Ability to adapt communication style and level of difficulty to the needs of others Basic IT skills: confident in using email, internet, and Microsoft Word independently Own PC, and e-mail Fit and able to walk for up to 1.5 hours at a brisk pace in countryside that includes mud and hills Interpersonal confidence (to approach the public to advocate or mediate for James) Confidence in exploring new areas in country or town Willing to walk in countryside in all weather Able to jog for 1 mile, or willingness and ability to achieve this with training Own smart phone with ability to use maps/navigation apps with training Desirable Full driving licence Own transport and willingness to use car during working hours to enable the client to access the community Confidence to drive in towns and on motorways Willingness to install a removable protective barrier in your car to manage potential risk on journeys (provided by the Trust) Good map reading or navigation skills Experience Essential Experience of supporting individuals with communication or social functioning difficulties, such as autism, learning disabilities or mental health problems, either in a personal or professional capacity Knowledge and understanding of autistic spectrum disability Good team working skills Experience of supporting adults with behaviours of concern, which includes physically aggressive behaviours Desirable Experience of supporting individuals with autism Experience of providing emotional support Understanding of causes of anxiety and behaviours of concern in individuals with autism, including the ways the environment may contribute to this

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

M. R. Trust

Address

Thicket Avenue

Bristol

Bristol

BS16 4EP

United Kingdom

Employer details

Employer name

M. R. Trust

Address

Thicket Avenue

Bristol

Bristol

BS16 4EP

United Kingdom

Job summary

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a full-time Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join the team at the Kedleston Unit.

It's a great time to join Derbyshire Healthcare and be part of a dynamic, supportive team making a real difference in mental health care.

This role is based at our secure inpatient unit. The service is designed to offer direct support to mental health patients in a secure setting.

The role of an Occupational Therapist on this unit focuses on the assessment, therapeutic interventions and the delivery of care based on national recommendations, to support patients to be discharged into the community.

This is a great opportunity for you to support shaping the service and build on MDT working, alongside the Ward Manager and other senior leaders. You will work with others to develop the OT service on this ward and collaborate with an innovative and forward-thinking ethos. The service as a senior occupational therapist who will support you with your development and offer clinical supervision (and preceptorship programme, if needed).

Main duties of the job

As a member of the Occupational Therapy Team, you will be expected to adopt the policies and philosophy of the service and provide occupational assessment and treatment using a range of appropriate interventions based on the recovery philosophy, the Model of Human Occupation and other relevant occupational therapy interventions.

Additionally, you will be expected to work and support the wider MDT to to support patients and provide a safe and effective discharge plan back into the community.

About us

Join Team Derbyshire Healthcare and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of "making a positive difference in people's lives".

CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust."

Our values

We pride ourselves on being a values-led organisation, as expressed through our Trust Strategy for 2024-28. Our Trust values are as follows:

Caring, Inclusive, Ambitious, Belonging & Collaborative.

"As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Worker route we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visa's and Immigration. Please note without previous NHS Service you will commence at the bottom of the pay band which currently does not meet the minimum salary requirement for sponsorship for this post. For details on eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.uk websiteSkilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK(www.gov.uk)"

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

383-SPE-7702-26

Job locations

Kedleston Unit

Kingsway Hospital

Derby

DE22 3LZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

As part of the MDT, the Occupational Therapist will work flexibly in an occupation focused way by developing and delivering meaningful activity within an individual and group environment that focuses on person centred care and recovery principles. The post holder will ensure each assessment and treatment is delivered in a person-centred manner ensuring the gender, sexual orientation, ethnic, cultural and spiritual needs of service users are adhered to and support the Care Programme Approach including enabling service users/carers/significantothers to become involved in decision making processes for the implementation and evaluation of treatment.

Within the role you will need to have the ability to work independently to develop and deliver an Occupational Therapy Service on the ward for inpatients and support the Occupational Therapy care pathway based on evidence-based practice. You will need the show initiative, drive and ability to think creatively for solutions. You will actively manage your own workload, effectively and efficiently prioritising competing demands. Therefore, the post holder will be required to be a dynamic clinician and demonstrate a range of skills, including effective communication,empathy, self-awareness and critical, self-reflection skills.

DHCFT can offer both personal and clinical development opportunities, in addition to regular professional and clinical supervision, personal development plans, and support for continual professional development activities.

As a member of the team you will be expected to adopt the policies and philosophy of the service and provide occupational assessment and treatment using a range of appropriate interventions based on the recovery philosophy and the Model of Human Occupation. They will promote social inclusion, enabling independence and enhancing the autonomy of the service user. This will involve being proactive in initiating and sustaining a respectful, consistent, and reliable therapeutic relationship with service users that enhances their ability to build social networks and work in partnership with other agencies.

You will be aware of and work within all legislative requirements relevant to occupational therapy (Mental Health Act, Code of Practice, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act etc), and ensure that Child and Adult protection procedures are followed.

You will also nurture a culture of respect for others, and an environment that values and is pro-actively respectful of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture and individuality for service users and staff. Whilst also ensuring Trust policies, procedures, and legislative directives are adhered to e.g. Equal Opportunities, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act, Race Relations, Sex Discrimination etc.

They should:Demonstrate the ability to monitor personal practice ensuring that Health Professions Council registration is maintained. Ensure personal professional development promotes good practice, prevents poor practice, and intervenes in unacceptable practice. Working with service users within the limitations of inpatient environments and being aware of potential hazards. Taking responsibility for utilizinglocal support systems as necessary e.g. manual handling, management of violence and aggression, lone worker policy etc.

This job description will be reviewed annually with you according to the needs and development of the service; alterations will only be made after consultation and agreement. You may be asked to undertake duties not directly highlighted within this job description. This will only be done when the skills and experience of the post holder meet the requirements of the job.

Job description Job responsibilities Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. As part of the MDT, the Occupational Therapist will work flexibly in an occupation focused way by developing and delivering meaningful activity within an individual and group environment that focuses on person centred care and recovery principles. The post holder will ensure each assessment and treatment is delivered in a person-centred manner ensuring the gender, sexual orientation, ethnic, cultural and spiritual needs of service users are adhered to and support the Care Programme Approach including enabling service users/carers/significantothers to become involved in decision making processes for the implementation and evaluation of treatment. Within the role you will need to have the ability to work independently to develop and deliver an Occupational Therapy Service on the ward for inpatients and support the Occupational Therapy care pathway based on evidence-based practice. You will need the show initiative, drive and ability to think creatively for solutions. You will actively manage your own workload, effectively and efficiently prioritising competing demands. Therefore, the post holder will be required to be a dynamic clinician and demonstrate a range of skills, including effective communication,empathy, self-awareness and critical, self-reflection skills. DHCFT can offer both personal and clinical development opportunities, in addition to regular professional and clinical supervision, personal development plans, and support for continual professional development activities. As a member of the team you will be expected to adopt the policies and philosophy of the service and provide occupational assessment and treatment using a range of appropriate interventions based on the recovery philosophy and the Model of Human Occupation. They will promote social inclusion, enabling independence and enhancing the autonomy of the service user. This will involve being proactive in initiating and sustaining a respectful, consistent, and reliable therapeutic relationship with service users that enhances their ability to build social networks and work in partnership with other agencies. You will be aware of and work within all legislative requirements relevant to occupational therapy (Mental Health Act, Code of Practice, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act etc), and ensure that Child and Adult protection procedures are followed. You will also nurture a culture of respect for others, and an environment that values and is pro-actively respectful of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture and individuality for service users and staff. Whilst also ensuring Trust policies, procedures, and legislative directives are adhered to e.g. Equal Opportunities, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act, Race Relations, Sex Discrimination etc. They should:Demonstrate the ability to monitor personal practice ensuring that Health Professions Council registration is maintained. Ensure personal professional development promotes good practice, prevents poor practice, and intervenes in unacceptable practice. Working with service users within the limitations of inpatient environments and being aware of potential hazards. Taking responsibility for utilizinglocal support systems as necessary e.g. manual handling, management of violence and aggression, lone worker policy etc. This job description will be reviewed annually with you according to the needs and development of the service; alterations will only be made after consultation and agreement. You may be asked to undertake duties not directly highlighted within this job description. This will only be done when the skills and experience of the post holder meet the requirements of the job.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• MOHO Framework
• L'APPLE Accreditation
• Level 2 Food Hygiene

Experience

Essential

• Working Mental Health Experience
• Group work and planning
• Experience of using the recovery approach

Desirable

• Good Understanding of NHS and relevant national standards
• Inpatient experience

Skills

Essential

• IT skills
• Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
• Good communication skills
• Effective working with the Multidisciplinary Team

Person Specification Education Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy HCPC Registration Desirable MOHO Framework L'APPLE Accreditation Level 2 Food Hygiene Experience Essential Working Mental Health Experience Group work and planning Experience of using the recovery approach Desirable Good Understanding of NHS and relevant national standards Inpatient experience Skills Essential IT skills Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner Good communication skills Effective working with the Multidisciplinary 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

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kedleston Unit

Kingsway Hospital

Derby

DE22 3LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kedleston Unit

Kingsway Hospital

Derby

DE22 3LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

An opportunity for a full-time position has arisen for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Practitioner to work full time on Kingfisher House in our brand new Carsington Unit on our Kingsway Hospital site, Derby.

This is an exciting time to work for Derbyshire Healthcare. The Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit is a purpose-built 14 bed unit. The new facilities will improve safety, privacy and dignity for our adult acute mental health patients by providing en-suite accommodation in single rooms.

Kingfisher House is a new 14 bed Psychiatric Intensive Care unit based at Kingsway Hospital, Derby.

Kingfisher House focus on therapeutic interventions to support individuals in crisis.

This is a great opportunity for you to support shaping the service and build the team along with the Occupational Therapy team. You will work alongside others to establish and develop this new ward for Derbyshire and collaborate with an innovative and forward-thinking programme team and senior leaders.

The post is 37.5 hours a week between Mon-Fri and shifts are expected to be 7.5 hours, ranging from earlies and lates, covering times between 8am and 8pm. Shift patterns may vary depending on the service requirements.

Main duties of the job

This position is on a Psychiatric Intensive Care mental health unit, based at Kingsway Hospital, Derby.

As a member of the Ward Occupational Therapy Team, you will be expected to adopt the policies and philosophy of the service and provide occupational assessment and treatment using a range of appropriate interventions based on the recovery philosophy including utilising the VtD MoCA and MOHO models.

Additionally, you will be expected to work and support the wider MDT to provide a safe and effective step down to acute services, rehab and discharge plan back into the community.

About us

Join Team Derbyshire Healthcare and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of "making a positive difference in people's lives".

CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust."

Benefits include:

• Commitment to flexible working where possible
• 27 days' annual leave per year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Derbyshire Healthcare supports several specialist staff network groups to reflect its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. These include the Disability and Wellness group, Multi-Faith forum, BME staff support network, LGBT+ staff support network, Christian network, Women's network and Armed Forces network.
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities

Our values

We pride ourselves on being a values-led organisation, as expressed through our Trust Strategy for 2024-28. Our Trust values are as follows:

Caring, Inclusive, Ambitious, Belonging & Collaborative.

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

383-ACA-7797-26

Job locations

Kingfisher House PICU

Carsington Unit, Kingsway Hospital

Derby

DE22 3LZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

As part of the MDT, the Occupational Therapist will work flexibly in an occupation focused way by developing and delivering meaningful activity within an individual and group environment that focuses on person centred care and recovery principles. The post holder will ensure each assessment and treatment is delivered in a person-centred manner ensuring the gender, sexual orientation, ethnic, cultural and spiritual needs of service users are adhered to and support the Care Programme Approach, including enabling service users/carers/significant others to become involved in decision making processes for the implementation and evaluation of treatment.

Within the role you will need to have the ability to work independently to develop and deliver an Occupational Therapy Service on the ward for inpatients and support the Occupational Therapy care pathway based on evidence-based practice. You will need the show initiative, drive and ability to think creatively for solutions. You will actively manage your own workload, effectively and efficiently prioritising competing demands. Therefore, the post holder will be required to be a dynamic clinician and demonstrate a range of skills, including effective communication,empathy, self-awareness and critical, self-reflection skills.

DHCFT can offer both personal and clinical development opportunities, in addition to regular professional and clinical supervision, personal development plans, and support for continual professional development activities.

As a member of the team you will be expected to adopt the policies and philosophy of the service and provide occupational assessment and treatment using a range of appropriate interventions based on the recovery philosophy and the Model of Human Occupation. They will promote social inclusion, enabling independence and enhancing the autonomy of the service user. This will involve being proactive in initiating and sustaining a respectful, consistent, and reliable therapeutic relationship with service users that enhances their ability to build social networks and work in partnership with other agencies.

You will be aware of and work within all legislative requirements relevant to occupational therapy (Mental Health Act, Code of Practice, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act etc), and ensure that Child and Adult protection procedures are followed.

You will also nurture a culture of respect for others, and an environment that values and is pro-actively respectful of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture and individuality for service users and staff. Whilst also ensuring Trust policies, procedures, and legislative directives are adhered to e.g. Equal Opportunities, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act, Race Relations, Sex Discrimination etc.

They should:Demonstrate the ability to monitor personal practice ensuring that Health Professions Council registration is maintained. Ensure personal professional development promotes good practice, prevents poor practice, and intervenes in unacceptable practice. Working with service users within the limitations of inpatient environments and being aware of potential hazards. Taking responsibility for utilizinglocal support systems as necessary e.g. manual handling, management of violence and aggression, lone worker policy etc.

This job description will be reviewed annually with you according to the needs and development of the service; alterations will only be made after consultation and agreement. You may be asked to undertake duties not directly highlighted within this job description. This will only be done when the skills and experience of the post holder meet the requirements of the job.

Job description Job responsibilities Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. As part of the MDT, the Occupational Therapist will work flexibly in an occupation focused way by developing and delivering meaningful activity within an individual and group environment that focuses on person centred care and recovery principles. The post holder will ensure each assessment and treatment is delivered in a person-centred manner ensuring the gender, sexual orientation, ethnic, cultural and spiritual needs of service users are adhered to and support the Care Programme Approach, including enabling service users/carers/significant others to become involved in decision making processes for the implementation and evaluation of treatment. Within the role you will need to have the ability to work independently to develop and deliver an Occupational Therapy Service on the ward for inpatients and support the Occupational Therapy care pathway based on evidence-based practice. You will need the show initiative, drive and ability to think creatively for solutions. You will actively manage your own workload, effectively and efficiently prioritising competing demands. Therefore, the post holder will be required to be a dynamic clinician and demonstrate a range of skills, including effective communication,empathy, self-awareness and critical, self-reflection skills. DHCFT can offer both personal and clinical development opportunities, in addition to regular professional and clinical supervision, personal development plans, and support for continual professional development activities. As a member of the team you will be expected to adopt the policies and philosophy of the service and provide occupational assessment and treatment using a range of appropriate interventions based on the recovery philosophy and the Model of Human Occupation. They will promote social inclusion, enabling independence and enhancing the autonomy of the service user. This will involve being proactive in initiating and sustaining a respectful, consistent, and reliable therapeutic relationship with service users that enhances their ability to build social networks and work in partnership with other agencies. You will be aware of and work within all legislative requirements relevant to occupational therapy (Mental Health Act, Code of Practice, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act etc), and ensure that Child and Adult protection procedures are followed. You will also nurture a culture of respect for others, and an environment that values and is pro-actively respectful of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture and individuality for service users and staff. Whilst also ensuring Trust policies, procedures, and legislative directives are adhered to e.g. Equal Opportunities, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act, Race Relations, Sex Discrimination etc. They should:Demonstrate the ability to monitor personal practice ensuring that Health Professions Council registration is maintained. Ensure personal professional development promotes good practice, prevents poor practice, and intervenes in unacceptable practice. Working with service users within the limitations of inpatient environments and being aware of potential hazards. Taking responsibility for utilizinglocal support systems as necessary e.g. manual handling, management of violence and aggression, lone worker policy etc. This job description will be reviewed annually with you according to the needs and development of the service; alterations will only be made after consultation and agreement. You may be asked to undertake duties not directly highlighted within this job description. This will only be done when the skills and experience of the post holder meet the requirements of the job.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• MOHO and VtD MoCA
• L'APPLE Accreditation
• Level 2 Food Hygiene

Experience

Essential

• Working Mental Health Experience
• Group work and planning
• Experience of using the recovery approach

Desirable

• Good Understanding of NHS and relevant national standards
• Inpatient experience

Skills

Essential

• IT skills
• Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
• Good communication skills
• Effective working with the Multidisciplinary Team

Person Specification Education Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy HCPC Registration Desirable MOHO and VtD MoCA L'APPLE Accreditation Level 2 Food Hygiene Experience Essential Working Mental Health Experience Group work and planning Experience of using the recovery approach Desirable Good Understanding of NHS and relevant national standards Inpatient experience Skills Essential IT skills Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner Good communication skills Effective working with the Multidisciplinary 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

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingfisher House PICU

Carsington Unit, Kingsway Hospital

Derby

DE22 3LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingfisher House PICU

Carsington Unit, Kingsway Hospital

Derby

DE22 3LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a part-time Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join the Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit at Audrey House.

This service offers direct support to adult acute mental health patients in a intensive care unit

The role of an Occupational Therapist focuses on the assessment of therapeutic interventions and delivers specialist care in this unit. .This service requires you to build on MDT working and collaborate with an innovative and forward-thinking ethos. This service will support you with your development and offer clinical supervision (and preceptorship programme, if needed).

It's a great time to join Derbyshire Healthcare and be part of a dynamic, supportive team making a real difference in mental health care!

The post is currently part time week on a flexible working pattern. And wider OT team is currently undergoing a review so working patterns may be subject to change. Patterns of work can be discussed upon recruitment.

Main duties of the job

As a member of the team, you will be expected to adopt the policies and philosophy of the service and provide occupational assessment and treatment using a range of appropriate interventions based on the recovery philosophy and the Model of Human Occupation and promotion of VtD OT assessments.

Additionally, you will be expected to work and support the wider MDT to contribute to a safe and effective discharge plan back into the community.

You will be required to offer and facilitate recovery focused intervention which supports the development of patient skill and autonomy.

You will be required to link with wider community links and support networks which support patient transition into the community.

About us

Join Team Derbyshire Healthcare and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of "making a positive difference in people's lives".

CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the Trust."

Our values:

We pride ourselves on being a values-led organisation, as expressed through our Trust Strategy for 2024-28. Our Trust values are as follows:

Caring, Inclusive, Ambitious, Belonging & Collaborative.

Benefits include:

• Commitment to flexible working where this is possible 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training Generous NHS pension scheme Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits Health service discounts and online benefits Incremental pay progression Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7 Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network Health and wellbeing opportunities Structured learning and development opportunities

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

Part-time

Reference number

383-ACA-7798-26

Job locations

Audrey House Kingsway Site

Royal Derby Hospital site, Uttoxeter New Road

Derby

DE22 3WQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

The Occupational Therapist will work flexibly in an occupation focused way by developing and delivering meaningful activity within an individual and group environment that focuses on person centred care and recovery principles. The post holder will ensure each assessment and treatment is delivered in a person-centred manner ensuring the gender, sexual orientation, ethnic, cultural and spiritual needs of service users are adhered to and support the Care Programme Approach including enabling service users/carers/significant others to become involved in decision making processes for the implementation and evaluation of treatment.

Within the role you will need to have the ability to work autonomously to develop and deliver an Occupational Therapy Service for inpatients and support the Occupational Therapy care pathway based on evidence-based practice. You will need the show initiative, drive and ability to think creatively for solutions. You will actively manage your own workload, effectively and efficiently prioritising competing demands. Therefore, the post holder will be required to be a dynamic clinician and demonstrate a range of skills, including effective communication, empathy, self-awareness and critical, self-reflection skills.

DHCFT can offer both personal and clinical development opportunities, in addition to regular professional and clinical supervision, personal development plans, and support for continual professional development activities.

As a member of the team you will be expected to adopt the policies and philosophy of the service and provide occupational assessment and treatment using a range of appropriate interventions based on the recovery philosophy and the Model of Human Occupation. They will promote social inclusion, enabling independence and enhancing the autonomy of the service user. This will involve being proactive in initiating and sustaining a respectful, consistent, and reliable therapeutic relationship with service users that enhances their ability to build social networks and work in partnership with other agencies.

You will be aware of and work within all legislative requirements relevant to occupational therapy (Mental Health Act, Code of Practice, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act etc), and ensure that Child and Adult protection procedures are followed.

You will also nurture a culture of respect for others, and an environment that values and is pro-actively respectful of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture and individuality for service users and staff. Whilst also ensuring Trust policies, procedures, and legislative directives are adhered to e.g. Equal Opportunities, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act, Race Relations, Sex Discrimination etc.

You should:Demonstrate the ability to monitor personal practice ensuring that Health Professions Council registration is maintained. Ensure personal professional development promotes good practice, prevents poor practice, and intervenes in unacceptable practice. Working with service users within the limitations of inpatient environments and being aware of potential hazards. Taking responsibility for utilising local support systems as necessary e.g. manual handling, management of violence and aggression, lone worker policy etc.

This job description will be reviewed annually with you according to the needs and development of the service; alterations will only be made after consultation and agreement. You may be asked to undertake duties not directly highlighted within this job description. This will only be done when the skills and experience of the post holder meet the requirements of the job.

Job description Job responsibilities Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. The Occupational Therapist will work flexibly in an occupation focused way by developing and delivering meaningful activity within an individual and group environment that focuses on person centred care and recovery principles. The post holder will ensure each assessment and treatment is delivered in a person-centred manner ensuring the gender, sexual orientation, ethnic, cultural and spiritual needs of service users are adhered to and support the Care Programme Approach including enabling service users/carers/significant others to become involved in decision making processes for the implementation and evaluation of treatment. Within the role you will need to have the ability to work autonomously to develop and deliver an Occupational Therapy Service for inpatients and support the Occupational Therapy care pathway based on evidence-based practice. You will need the show initiative, drive and ability to think creatively for solutions. You will actively manage your own workload, effectively and efficiently prioritising competing demands. Therefore, the post holder will be required to be a dynamic clinician and demonstrate a range of skills, including effective communication, empathy, self-awareness and critical, self-reflection skills. DHCFT can offer both personal and clinical development opportunities, in addition to regular professional and clinical supervision, personal development plans, and support for continual professional development activities. As a member of the team you will be expected to adopt the policies and philosophy of the service and provide occupational assessment and treatment using a range of appropriate interventions based on the recovery philosophy and the Model of Human Occupation. They will promote social inclusion, enabling independence and enhancing the autonomy of the service user. This will involve being proactive in initiating and sustaining a respectful, consistent, and reliable therapeutic relationship with service users that enhances their ability to build social networks and work in partnership with other agencies. You will be aware of and work within all legislative requirements relevant to occupational therapy (Mental Health Act, Code of Practice, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act etc), and ensure that Child and Adult protection procedures are followed. You will also nurture a culture of respect for others, and an environment that values and is pro-actively respectful of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture and individuality for service users and staff. Whilst also ensuring Trust policies, procedures, and legislative directives are adhered to e.g. Equal Opportunities, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act, Race Relations, Sex Discrimination etc. You should:Demonstrate the ability to monitor personal practice ensuring that Health Professions Council registration is maintained. Ensure personal professional development promotes good practice, prevents poor practice, and intervenes in unacceptable practice. Working with service users within the limitations of inpatient environments and being aware of potential hazards. Taking responsibility for utilising local support systems as necessary e.g. manual handling, management of violence and aggression, lone worker policy etc. This job description will be reviewed annually with you according to the needs and development of the service; alterations will only be made after consultation and agreement. You may be asked to undertake duties not directly highlighted within this job description. This will only be done when the skills and experience of the post holder meet the requirements of the job.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• MOHO Framework
• L'APPLE Accreditation
• Level 2 Food Hygiene

Experience

Essential

• Working Mental Health Experience
• Group work and planning
• Experience of using the recovery approach
• Completion of assessment and intervention

Desirable

• Good Understanding of NHS and relevant national standards
• Inpatient experience

Skills

Essential

• IT skills
• Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
• Good communication skills
• Effective working with the Multidisciplinary Team

Person Specification Education Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy HCPC Registration Desirable MOHO Framework L'APPLE Accreditation Level 2 Food Hygiene Experience Essential Working Mental Health Experience Group work and planning Experience of using the recovery approach Completion of assessment and intervention Desirable Good Understanding of NHS and relevant national standards Inpatient experience Skills Essential IT skills Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner Good communication skills Effective working with the Multidisciplinary 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.

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Audrey House Kingsway Site

Royal Derby Hospital site, Uttoxeter New Road

Derby

DE22 3WQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Audrey House Kingsway Site

Royal Derby Hospital site, Uttoxeter New Road

Derby

DE22 3WQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and resourceful Social Worker to join our Community Mental Health Team in Loughton, West Essex. This role requires a creative and positive approach to meeting the needs of service users, their families, and carers.

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) delivers secondary mental health services across West Essex, providing specialist care for individuals with severe or complex mental health needs. As part of the Harlow team, you will work closely with crisis intervention services, inpatient care, and specialist pathways such as early intervention in psychosis and personality disorder support. You will also collaborate with GPs through initiatives like the Integrated Mental Health Service, which offers assessments and tailored support plans at GP surgeries, and work alongside Essex County Council to implement the Care Act principles of prevent, reduce, and delay.

Main duties of the job

This role emphasizes holistic, person-centred care, safeguarding, and recovery-focused interventions for adults in the Loughton area. You will have the opportunity to exercise professional autonomy while benefiting from the support and expertise of a multi-disciplinary team.

Harlow, located in Essex, has a population of approximately 93,000 residents with a relatively young demographic (median age 37). Around 61% of residents are of working age, and the town is ethnically diverse, with 27% identifying as an ethnicity other than White British. Languages spoken include English, Polish, and South Asian languages. This diversity brings varied social care needs, including support for families, older adults, and culturally diverse communities.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Work bank: You can use the opportunity to supplement your income and develop your skills by working bank shifts.
• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum plus HCA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

364-B-311-B

Job locations

Rectory Lane Health Centre

Rectory Lane

Loughton

IG10 3RU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

EPUT invests in the development of social workers and plays a leading role in initiatives such as Think Ahead. We offer support from our Social Care Leadership Team, structured caseload supervision, and extensive training opportunities, including AMHP training, therapy training (EMDR, CBT, DBT), and specialist roles in areas such as Dual Diagnosis, Perinatal, Psychosis, and Personality Disorder. Career progression is actively encouraged for aspiring leaders and clinical experts.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality assessment and intervention for service users experiencing a wide range of mental health problems, promoting recovery and independence.
• Deliver strength-based approaches to support recovery and social inclusion for individuals and families.Implement the personalisation agenda through strengths-based assessments and fulfil statutory social care duties under the Care Act (2014).
• Following probation, undertake AMHP training if not already qualified, and carry out Mental Health Act assessments and related duties. AMHP work attracts additional pay and reduced caseloads.

We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Job description Job responsibilities EPUT invests in the development of social workers and plays a leading role in initiatives such as Think Ahead. We offer support from our Social Care Leadership Team, structured caseload supervision, and extensive training opportunities, including AMHP training, therapy training (EMDR, CBT, DBT), and specialist roles in areas such as Dual Diagnosis, Perinatal, Psychosis, and Personality Disorder. Career progression is actively encouraged for aspiring leaders and clinical experts. Responsibilities Provide high-quality assessment and intervention for service users experiencing a wide range of mental health problems, promoting recovery and independence. Deliver strength-based approaches to support recovery and social inclusion for individuals and families.Implement the personalisation agenda through strengths-based assessments and fulfil statutory social care duties under the Care Act (2014). Following probation, undertake AMHP training if not already qualified, and carry out Mental Health Act assessments and related duties. AMHP work attracts additional pay and reduced caseloads. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Person Specification

qualification

Essential

• Social Work Qualification - Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent

Desirable

• Studying or willingness to study towards full Post Qualification Award in Social Work

Skills

Essential

• Able to offer coaching and support to students and/or unqualified staff and supervise as required.
• Demonstrates a commitment to highest professional and ethical values.
• Literate in IT/Computer Skills

Desirable

• Communication and presentation skills.

Person Specification qualification Essential Social Work Qualification - Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent Desirable Studying or willingness to study towards full Post Qualification Award in Social Work Skills Essential Able to offer coaching and support to students and/or unqualified staff and supervise as required. Demonstrates a commitment to highest professional and ethical values. Literate in IT/Computer Skills Desirable Communication 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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rectory Lane Health Centre

Rectory Lane

Loughton

IG10 3RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rectory Lane Health Centre

Rectory Lane

Loughton

IG10 3RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Join Us as We Reopen Our New CAMHS Inpatient Unit

We are pleased to invite applications for Band 5 Admin Team Lead across our CAMHS Acute and Eating Disorder services who'll join our newly redesigned Children and Young People's Mental Health Inpatient Unit, reopening in Autumn 2026.

Following extensive co-design with young people, families and staff, and significant investment in our workforce and therapeutic approach, this is an exciting opportunity to work in a modern, recovery-focused inpatient service delivering high-quality, purposeful care to young people with acute mental health needs.

About the unit

Our refreshed CAMHS inpatient service is built around:

• Purposeful admissions with early review points
• Structured, therapeutic care programmes delivered across 7 days
• Strong links with crisis and community services, including COAST(Crisis Outreach Acute Support Team), and Springtide (ED Day Programme)
• Trauma-informed and autism-aware practice
• A focus on least restrictive practice and improving experience and outcomes
• Supportive MDT working, safe staffing and strong clinical leadership

You will work as part of a skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team, delivering therapeutic care to young people and working closely with families and carers from admission through to discharge.

LocationThe unit is based in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, with on-site parking and good transport links to London and across Sussex, and close proximity to Gatwick Airport.

Main duties of the job

The Admin Team Leader is responsible for leading and coordinating all administrative services across CAMHS Acute and Eating Disorder Services. The role ensures that administration, reception, ward clerk, and medical support functions operate efficiently and provide a high-quality service to staff, patients, and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and leading the administrative team
• Overseeing administrative operations
• Managing performance reporting systems
• Providing site and facilities management
• Leading administrative projects and service developments
• Managing administrative budgets and resources
• Developing and maintaining policies, protocols, and administrative systems
• Ensuring confidentiality, information governance, safeguarding, equality, diversity, and health and safety requirements

About us

Working for our organisation

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust delivers specialist mental health, learning disability and neurodevelopmental services across Sussex.

This post sits within our Specialist CAMHS Services, providing opportunities to gain experience across acute, crisis and community pathways as part of your career development.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and to creating a compassionate and supportive working environment where staff feel valued, developed and able to thrive.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to be part of a newly reopened CAMHS inpatient unit
• Comprehensive induction programme prior to opening where all new staff train together and contribute to the team's therapeutic approach
• A welcoming and supportive team culture with strong clinical leadership
• Structured preceptorship (where applicable) and high-quality clinical supervision
• Access to specific training and ongoing CPD
• Clear development and progression pathways into senior nursing roles
• NHS Pension Scheme and Agenda for Change benefits

If you are looking to start or develop your career in CAMHS and want to make a meaningful difference to young people and their families, we would love to hear from you.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

354-CS-21982-1

Job locations

The Harbour Unit

Lewes Rd,

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Essential Criteria Qualifications

• Relevant degree-level qualification or equivalent management/senior administrative experience.
• Evidence of continuous personal and professional development.

Knowledge & Experience

• Strong working knowledge of a wide range of administrative procedures.
• Experience of analysing, interpreting, and presenting information.
• Experience of supporting or leading projects.
• Experience of performance monitoring and reporting.
• Experience of line managing staff.

Skills

• Ability to effectively line manage a team and resolve issues/conflict constructively.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of current NHS performance requirements.
• Experience and understanding of performance and information processes.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with people at all levels.
• Demonstrable project management skills.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.

Personal Attributes & Values

• Demonstrates support for Trust and Care Group values.
• Strong team-working approach.
• Motivated and proactive.
• Able to plan workload effectively, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Positive problem-solving approach.
• Conscientious and reliable.
• Empathy for people using mental health services and understanding of how administration impacts patient experience.
• Ability to travel across sites.
• Punctual and flexible when service needs require.
• Understanding of Human Rights principles in service delivery.

Desirable Criteria Qualifications

• Project Management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2) or equivalent experience.

Knowledge & Experience

• Lived experience of mental health issues.

Key Themes the Interview Panel Is Likely to Focus On

• Leadership and staff management.
• Managing administrative services in a complex environment.
• Performance reporting, KPIs, and data analysis.
• Project management and service improvement.
• Organisation, prioritisation, and working under pressure.
• Communication and stakeholder management.
• Understanding of mental health services, safeguarding, equality, diversity, and human rights

Job description Job responsibilities Essential Criteria Qualifications Relevant degree-level qualification or equivalent management/senior administrative experience. Evidence of continuous personal and professional development. Knowledge & Experience Strong working knowledge of a wide range of administrative procedures. Experience of analysing, interpreting, and presenting information. Experience of supporting or leading projects. Experience of performance monitoring and reporting. Experience of line managing staff. Skills Ability to effectively line manage a team and resolve issues/conflict constructively. Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Knowledge of current NHS performance requirements. Experience and understanding of performance and information processes. Strong numerical and analytical skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to engage effectively with people at all levels. Demonstrable project management skills. Excellent organisational and planning skills. Personal Attributes & Values Demonstrates support for Trust and Care Group values. Strong team-working approach. Motivated and proactive. Able to plan workload effectively, work under pressure, and meet deadlines. Positive problem-solving approach. Conscientious and reliable. Empathy for people using mental health services and understanding of how administration impacts patient experience. Ability to travel across sites. Punctual and flexible when service needs require. Understanding of Human Rights principles in service delivery. Desirable Criteria Qualifications Project Management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2) or equivalent experience. Knowledge & Experience Lived experience of mental health issues. Key Themes the Interview Panel Is Likely to Focus On Leadership and staff management. Managing administrative services in a complex environment. Performance reporting, KPIs, and data analysis. Project management and service improvement. Organisation, prioritisation, and working under pressure. Communication and stakeholder management. Understanding of mental health services, safeguarding, equality, diversity, and human rights

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant degree level qualification or equivalent management / senior administrative experience or diploma level plus equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continuous personal and professional development

Desirable

• Project management qualification for example PRINCE2 or equivalent experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Strong working knowledge of a wide range of administrative procedures gained through training and experience in administrative posts
• Experience and evidence of supporting or leading on a project
• Experience and evidence of analysing, interpreting and presenting information
• Experience of performance monitoring
• Experience of line management of staff

skills

Essential

• Excellent range of communication skills and good interpersonal skills
• Advanced skills in MS Microsoft; Excel, Word and PowerPoint Knowledge of current NHS performance agenda

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant degree level qualification or equivalent management / senior administrative experience or diploma level plus equivalent experience. Evidence of continuous personal and professional development Desirable Project management qualification for example PRINCE2 or equivalent experience Knowledge Essential Strong working knowledge of a wide range of administrative procedures gained through training and experience in administrative posts Experience and evidence of supporting or leading on a project Experience and evidence of analysing, interpreting and presenting information Experience of performance monitoring Experience of line management of staff skills Essential Excellent range of communication skills and good interpersonal skills Advanced skills in MS Microsoft; Excel, Word and PowerPoint Knowledge of current NHS performance agenda

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

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Harbour Unit

Lewes Rd,

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Harbour Unit

Lewes Rd,

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve. We now seek an Activities Coordinator who is enthusiastic about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Working in collaboration and unity with the Home Manager and the wider and extended community teams you will be responsible for helping and engaging residents to socialise within the home. This includes providing a variety of activities that cater for all tastes, abilities, cultures and, respecting everyone as an individual, ensuring that you promote diversity and inclusion at all stages. You will plan and initiate rolling / individual programmes, encouraging residents not only to maintain pre-existing hobbies but also to endeavour to try other activities. By supporting and actively encouraging colleagues, relatives, and fri

Main duties of the job

We now seek an Activities Coordinator who is enthusiastic about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Working in collaboration and unity with the Home Manager and the wider and extended community teams you will be responsible for helping and engaging residents to socialise within the home. This includes providing a variety of activities that cater for all tastes, abilities, cultures and, respecting everyone as an individual, ensuring that you promote diversity and inclusion at all stages. You will plan and initiate rolling / individual programmes, encouraging residents not only to maintain pre-existing hobbies but also to endeavour to try other activities.

About us

Akari Care aims to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve. We are passionate about caring for the elderly and offer a career developing your knowledge, skills, and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require. By showing us you can match our values with the right desire for personalised excellence, community spirit, and a kind, caring, and compassionate nature, we can offer you a career. Akari Care is committed to providing employees with opportunities to gain experience and develop both personally and professionally.

Job summary

B5 Pharmacy Technician-Enhanced Role Cancer Services-County Site

We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated Pharmacy Technician capable of working as part of a multidisciplinary department to work in our highly regarded Pharmacy cancer services team.

At UHNM we provide cancer care to a local population of 700,000 and diagnose approximately 2,300 new cases of cancer each year. We provide inpatient, day care and outpatient services for all areas of cancer treatment.

Both sites at UHNM have a pharmacy cancer unit where systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) and supportive medicines are dispensed to patients. The County Cancer Unit is an out-patient day unit consisting of 16 chairs and 4 beds. The Cancer Centre at the Royal Stoke site consists of a 40 bedded in-patient ward and a dedicated Emergency Admissions Bay. There is also a 27 chaired out-patient area.

The Pharmacy Cancer team is patient focussed, collaborative and supportive and have an excellent working relationship with other key professionals to maximise efficiency of the services provided.

The pharmacy directorate has modern, purpose-built pharmacy departments on both hospital sites and has close links with Keele University School of Pharmacy.

You will work alongside Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, MMAs, SATOs and a variety of ward staff in providing the pharmacy services for a wide range of SACT and supportive medicines used to treat cancers.

Main duties of the job

Providing dispensary-based activities in the cancer units including the accurate dispensing of prescriptions and specialised items e.g. chemotherapy, clinical trials materials, supplementary medications.

Ensuring timely arrangement of supply of medications for SACT and supplementary medications

Working as an Accredited Checking Technician including SACT and oral medications

Providing comprehensive, professional and high-quality support in the provision of pharmaceutical services to cancer patients

Participating in any medicines management and safety/quality initiatives within the Directorate

Dispensing and checking clinical trials in accordance with the dispensing protocol under the direction of the Clinical Trials Technician/Pharmacist

You will need excellent organisational, communication and computer skills with a high degree of attention to detail and an ability to work alone and act on own initiative.

You will be supported in your training and further development by the experienced Pharmacy Cancer team. This is a great opportunity to be a part of the delivery of treatments for cancers.

Minimum qualifications include; Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council and a National Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) qualification.

Although primarily based at the County Cancer Unit you will work across both sites of the hospital as required by the demands of the service.

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. We serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites in Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford. Our 11,000 strong workforce provide emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford.

We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We have put together a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Our goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work and research.

Job summary

We are looking to recruit staff to work in our Facilities Services in our Domestic, Portering and Catering departments at Blossomwood Hospital and Mansfield, including community sites.

This will be a zero hour contract to cover all needs of our service.

To maintain a high quality patient and customer focused service within the Facilities areas delivering a high standard of cleanliness, infection prevention, provision of safe, serving patients nutritious food in line with food hygiene legislation, to be aware of associated health and safety issues and to participate in planned mandatory and professional training.

Main duties of the job

Full training will be given in all departments and uniform will be provided. Working hours will be 7 days a week including Bank Holidays 11.30 - 6.00 (30 min break)

About us

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£12.92 an hour per hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

186-925-26-BR

Job locations

Blossomwood Hospital

MANSFIELD ROAD

SUTTON IN ASHFIELD

NG17 4JT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Facilities provides a wide range of non clinical support services to patients, staff and visitors. The services provided include Cleaning, Catering, including serving patient food and Portering.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Job description Job responsibilities Facilities provides a wide range of non clinical support services to patients, staff and visitors. The services provided include Cleaning, Catering, including serving patient food and Portering. Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• An understanding of cleanliness and good hygiene practices
• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate or to work towards within the 12 months of employment (site specific)
• Understanding of a small number of routine work procedures developed through on the job training / experience.

Desirable

• Recognised catering, cleaning or support services qualification

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to use own initiative to manage the requirements of the job
• Flexible in managing own time and work duties
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team

Experience

Essential

• Able to carry out instructions and duties as detailed in the job description

Desirable

• Experience or working within a catering, cleaning or portering environment Experience of working within healthcare environment which may include: a catering, cleaning or portering function.
• Experience of working within a food safety management system (HACCP)

Training

Essential

• Ability to undertake all mandatory training as required by the individual site
• Ability to undertake any necessary skills and competency training required by the post

Desirable

• COSHH, Sharps and Manual Handling Procedures

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of commitment to the Equality and Diversity principles
• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety

Desirable

• An ability to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to Trust values
• Knowledge and awareness of special diets and allergens
• Basic understanding of Infection Control
• Understanding of the responsibility relating to H&S at work and COSHH
• Knowledge of Manual Handling
• Knowledge of NHS policy & procedures
• Basic knowledge of Food Safety

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Contractual

Essential

• Shift flexibility may be required from time to time, including weekend and Bank Holidays Requirement to attend mandatory and job specific training
• Comply to Personal Appearance Standards and Personal Protective Equipment (Staff Uniform)
• Requirement to attend mandatory and job specific training

Desirable

• A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010

Person Specification Qualifications Essential An understanding of cleanliness and good hygiene practices Level 2 Food Safety Certificate or to work towards within the 12 months of employment (site specific) Understanding of a small number of routine work procedures developed through on the job training / experience. Desirable Recognised catering, cleaning or support services qualification Skills Essential Good communication skills Basic numeracy and literacy skills Ability to use own initiative to manage the requirements of the job Flexible in managing own time and work duties Ability to work alone and as part of a team Experience Essential Able to carry out instructions and duties as detailed in the job description Desirable Experience or working within a catering, cleaning or portering environment Experience of working within healthcare environment which may include: a catering, cleaning or portering function. Experience of working within a food safety management system (HACCP) Training Essential Ability to undertake all mandatory training as required by the individual site Ability to undertake any necessary skills and competency training required by the post Desirable COSHH, Sharps and Manual Handling Procedures Knowledge Essential Understanding of commitment to the Equality and Diversity principles Basic knowledge of Health and Safety Desirable An ability to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to Trust values Knowledge and awareness of special diets and allergens Basic understanding of Infection Control Understanding of the responsibility relating to H&S at work and COSHH Knowledge of Manual Handling Knowledge of NHS policy & procedures Basic knowledge of Food Safety Values and Behaviours Essential All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation Contractual Essential Shift flexibility may be required from time to time, including weekend and Bank Holidays Requirement to attend mandatory and job specific training Comply to Personal Appearance Standards and Personal Protective Equipment (Staff Uniform) Requirement to attend mandatory and job specific training Desirable A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blossomwood Hospital

MANSFIELD ROAD

SUTTON IN ASHFIELD

NG17 4JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blossomwood Hospital

MANSFIELD ROAD

SUTTON IN ASHFIELD

NG17 4JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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