Job summary

ICRAS North Liverpool & South Sefton Therapy team is seeking a committed Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our service, supporting the patients through shared care within their localities. We are seeking a highly skilled, enthusiastic, and proactive therapist to join our team. The service responds to the rehabilitation needs of adults 18+, who have multiple complex co-morbidities. The team support The Urgent Community Response service (UCR), Intermediate Care Bed Base services and Hospital discharges. The service operates 7 days a week, 8am -8pm covering late and weekend working as part of a roster.

The postholder will be required to work flexibly across urgent care services, as needed, to support the effective management of service capacity and demand.

We strive to communicate and collaborate between Integrated care systems to address the health and social care needs across the area, maximising patient independence and preventing hospital admissions. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our multi-disciplinary team. The team consists of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Assistant Practitioners, Health Practitioner Assistants, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Nursing staff and Podiatrist.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to effectively manage a caseload of patient's comorbidities as an autonomous practitioner, using evidence based/ patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions of the patient group. The post holder will provide leadership for junior staff when appropriate, through supervision and appraisal. The post holder will participate in planning, development and evaluation ofphysiotherapy services within a designated area/team, holding responsibility for defined projects.

The post holder take a holistic approach in the assessment and treatment of service users / patients, being responsible for the provision of appropriate, high quality care to a defined caseload which may be of a complex nature, using the appropriate model of care and evidenced based practice.

Work in partnership with other professionals to enable patients / clients to be maintained in an appropriate environment, thus avoiding hospital admission.

To contribute to the maintenance and development of the Physiotherapy profession and service developments within Urgent and Intermediate Care and will facilitate effective learning within the area of practice for all students and practitioners.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

Are you an enthusiastic and proactive Occupational Therapist ready to make a real difference in people's lives while advancing your career in a supportive, forward-thinking organisation?

An exciting opportunity for Band 6 Occupational Therapists to join our dynamic Urgent and Intermediate Care (ICRAS) therapy team within Liverpool & South Sefton. We're looking passionate, proactive, and skilled professionals who thrive in collaborative environments and committed to delivering outstanding care.

ICRAS delivers rapid, responsive care preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and supports early discharges. A service that bridges health and social care, working across the Urgent Community Response (UCR), Care Transfer Hub, and Intermediate Care Bed Base. We operate 7 days a week, including bank holidays, ensuring continuity of care for our communities. There will be an expectation to support across wider Urgent Care Service Line during times of pressures to support capacity.

Work alongside highly skilled team including Physiotherapists, Assistant Practitioners, Community Discharge Matrons and Nurses. Together, we deliver holistic, person-centered care that maximises independence and prevents unnecessary hospital admissions.

Whether you're stepping up from Band 5 or looking to expand your leadership skills, we offer structured development pathways, supervision, leadership opportunities and involvement in service improvement projects.

Main duties of the job

As an autonomous practitioner, you will manage a diverse caseload of adults with complex co-morbidities, delivering high-quality, evidence-based, and person-centred care. You'll take a holistic approach to assessment and intervention, using appropriate models of care to support patients in achieving their goals and maintaining independence within their chosen environment--helping to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.

You'll play a key role in shaping and developing Occupational Therapy services within your designated team, leading defined projects and contributing to service innovation. Leadership is integral to this role, and you'll support junior staff through supervision and appraisal, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth.

Working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, you'll help maintain and enhance the Occupational Therapy profession within ICRAS, supporting students and practitioners through effective learning opportunities and professional development.

Joining a team that values collaboration, compassion, and continuous learning.

Car driver desirable to be able to travel across the city to support community caseload.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Nursing Assistants to join our new Hospital Mossley Hill. This is a rewarding opportunity to work alongside experienced healthcare professionals, supporting people with their recovery and helping them achieve the best possible outcomes

As a Nursing Assistant, you will be a valued member of the multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality, person-centred care to patients. You will support patients with their daily activities, promote independence, and help maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.

Your role will include:

• Supporting patients with personal care and wellbeing needs.
• Building positive and professional relationships with patients, carers, and colleagues.
• Observing and reporting changes in patients' physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
• Supporting therapeutic activities and engagement.
• Maintaining accurate records in line with Trust policies.
• Contributing to a safe, respectful, and recovery-focused ward environment.

NVQ in Health and Social Care and/or experience of working in a care environment is essential.

There will be an assessment stage prior to interviews on 9 November 2026, with those passing successfully invited to attend an interview on 20 November 2026.

A Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) is not available for this vacancy. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to maintain this throughout their employment if appointed.

Main duties of the job

You will support the clinical team in the delivery of a high standard of care by assisting with and carrying out a range of duties as directed by registered staff. This will be in line with individual care and treatment plans for patients and service users.

You will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values patients, service users and their carers ensuring they are at the centre of care and treatment planning.

About us

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 11 million people.

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

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

We need you to help us achieve and deliver our ambition.

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Nursing Assistants to join a number of our services across multiple sites. This is a rewarding opportunity to work alongside experienced healthcare professionals, supporting people with their recovery and helping them achieve the best possible outcomes

As a Nursing Assistant, you will be a valued member of the multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality, person-centred care to patients. You will support patients with their daily activities, promote independence, and help maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.

Your role will include:

• Supporting patients with personal care and wellbeing needs.
• Building positive and professional relationships with patients, carers, and colleagues.
• Observing and reporting changes in patients' physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
• Supporting therapeutic activities and engagement.
• Maintaining accurate records in line with Trust policies.
• Contributing to a safe, respectful, and recovery-focused ward environment.

NVQ in Health and Social Care and/or experience of working in a care environment is essential.

There will be an assessment stage prior to interviews on 9 November 2026, with those passing successfully invited to attend an interview on 27 November 2026.

A Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) is not available for this vacancy. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to maintain this throughout their employment if appointed.

Main duties of the job

You will support the clinical team in the delivery of a high standard of care by assisting with and carrying out a range of duties as directed by registered staff. This will be in line with individual care and treatment plans for patients and service users.

You will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values patients, service users and their carers ensuring they are at the centre of care and treatment planning.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join the Greater Manchester Specialist Support Team as a job share, up to 22.5 hours per week to cover Wednesday, Thursday and one other weekday.

The Greater Manchester Specialist Support Team (GMSST) is a multi-disciplinary team providing a service across Greater Manchester to service users with a learning disability and/or autism who present with risk of hospital admission, placement breakdown or forensic risk.

You will be expected to work in all areas of Greater Manchester and liaise with the local Learning Disability, Mental Health and Autism services to develop proactive and preventative risk mitigation support, informed by specialist assessment. We also offer advice and consultation and training to external agencies.

Main duties of the job

To provide high quality consultation, specialist assessment and intervention of speech, language and communication needs. To support the development of the Speech and Language Therapy service and strive for continuous improvement. To take a lead on and provide evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy assessment, treatment and intervention to service users who have complex needs.

This role will be integrated in the therapy team and will work with the team to develop person centred care.

Supervision will be provided within the trust as applicable.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Job share

Reference number

350-SC8318341

Job locations

2 City Approach, Eccles

Albert Street

Eccles

M30 0BL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Line Management responsibility for team. Full management responsibility for managing and prioritising caseload including delegation to other speech and language therapists in the team. Supervise other speech and language therapists and support workers in the team. Contribute to the pre and post qualification teaching of speech and language therapy. To provide clinical leadership and training to the wider staff team with regards to speech, language and communication. To provide strategic leadership within the Service in the development of areas such as the clinical model. To provide advice, consultation and training to staff working with the client group across a range of agencies and settings where appropriate. To provide in-depth specialist speech and language therapy assessments for the more complex service users referred to the team. To formulate and implement support plans as part of the MDT. Evaluate the impact of a support plan/intervention and use outcome measures to inform future practice. Develop effective outcome measures both for SLT and the wider team to build on the existing evidence base. o provide clinical and strategic leadership across the health and social care network for the geographical area. Represent the service both nationally and locally as appropriate. Research: To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support practice and to contribute to the evidence base by leading and participating in research and audit. Advising the Team Manager about capacity, gaps in service delivery and operational issues. Being involved in the recruitment of other speech and language therapists or other staff within the teams. To provide clinical and managerial supervision to junior members of staff. To act as supervisor, assessor and mentor for students, Speech and Language Therapists and junior staff. To facilitate the education of service users, relatives and other agencies concerned with the provision of learning disability services in the community. To be involved in the development of training and information resources for partner agencies.To ensure safeguarding requirements are upheld. To provide statistical information as required by the Trust.To undertake duties as may be delegated by the Team Manager or the Clinical Lead. To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support practice. To contribute to the evidence base by leading and participating in research and audits whenever possible. Promote health and reduce inequalities for all patients accessing the speech and language therapy service, so that they may maximise their potential in terms of health education and social well-being. To lead on training and development programmes as appropriate to the knowledge and skills of the individual, delivering to other professionals and service users. Participate in the Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust (MCFT) PACE review process, ensuring business priority objectives are met and a personal development plan is maintained and evaluated. Cascade the PACE process to departmental staff as appropriate. Be responsible for own continuing professional development, maintaining professional registration and meeting HPC registration requirements; maintain a professional portfolio and demonstrate evidence of reflective practice. Use highly developed skills to convey complex and sensitive clinical information, using a high level of persuasive and motivational skill to enable others to follow swallowing/therapy plans. Communicate clinical formulations and interventions to service users and carers in an understandable manner based on a person-centred approach, which inspires hope to the service user and carer.

Job description Job responsibilities Line Management responsibility for team. Full management responsibility for managing and prioritising caseload including delegation to other speech and language therapists in the team. Supervise other speech and language therapists and support workers in the team. Contribute to the pre and post qualification teaching of speech and language therapy. To provide clinical leadership and training to the wider staff team with regards to speech, language and communication. To provide strategic leadership within the Service in the development of areas such as the clinical model. To provide advice, consultation and training to staff working with the client group across a range of agencies and settings where appropriate. To provide in-depth specialist speech and language therapy assessments for the more complex service users referred to the team. To formulate and implement support plans as part of the MDT. Evaluate the impact of a support plan/intervention and use outcome measures to inform future practice. Develop effective outcome measures both for SLT and the wider team to build on the existing evidence base. o provide clinical and strategic leadership across the health and social care network for the geographical area. Represent the service both nationally and locally as appropriate. Research: To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support practice and to contribute to the evidence base by leading and participating in research and audit. Advising the Team Manager about capacity, gaps in service delivery and operational issues. Being involved in the recruitment of other speech and language therapists or other staff within the teams. To provide clinical and managerial supervision to junior members of staff. To act as supervisor, assessor and mentor for students, Speech and Language Therapists and junior staff. To facilitate the education of service users, relatives and other agencies concerned with the provision of learning disability services in the community. To be involved in the development of training and information resources for partner agencies.To ensure safeguarding requirements are upheld. To provide statistical information as required by the Trust.To undertake duties as may be delegated by the Team Manager or the Clinical Lead. To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support practice. To contribute to the evidence base by leading and participating in research and audits whenever possible. Promote health and reduce inequalities for all patients accessing the speech and language therapy service, so that they may maximise their potential in terms of health education and social well-being. To lead on training and development programmes as appropriate to the knowledge and skills of the individual, delivering to other professionals and service users. Participate in the Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust (MCFT) PACE review process, ensuring business priority objectives are met and a personal development plan is maintained and evaluated. Cascade the PACE process to departmental staff as appropriate. Be responsible for own continuing professional development, maintaining professional registration and meeting HPC registration requirements; maintain a professional portfolio and demonstrate evidence of reflective practice. Use highly developed skills to convey complex and sensitive clinical information, using a high level of persuasive and motivational skill to enable others to follow swallowing/therapy plans. Communicate clinical formulations and interventions to service users and carers in an understandable manner based on a person-centred approach, which inspires hope to the service user and carer.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completion of a recognised training course awarding relevant degree/diploma approved by the RCSLT and HPC
• Registered with the HPC - License to practice
• Evidence of management training

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of carrying out specialist assessments and interventions
• oEvidence of experience of: Multi disciplinary team working
• oLeading in service projects
• oProven ability to work independently, prioritise and manage own complex caseload.

Knowledge

Essential

• oAdvanced knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits
• oUnderstands the roles of other professionals relevant to the client group
• oIn depth knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the client group

Skills

Essential

• oExcellent interpersonal skills - including, listening and empathy skills
• oExcellent analytical and reflection skills
• oAble to be a good team member and assume leadership responsibilities
• oAbility to communicate highly complex or sensitive advice and information to others
• oAble to critically appraise research
• oFlexible and able to cope with change

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Completion of a recognised training course awarding relevant degree/diploma approved by the RCSLT and HPC Registered with the HPC - License to practice Evidence of management training Experience Essential oExperience of carrying out specialist assessments and interventions oEvidence of experience of: Multi disciplinary team working oLeading in service projects oProven ability to work independently, prioritise and manage own complex caseload. Knowledge Essential oAdvanced knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits oUnderstands the roles of other professionals relevant to the client group oIn depth knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the client group Skills Essential oExcellent interpersonal skills - including, listening and empathy skills oExcellent analytical and reflection skills oAble to be a good team member and assume leadership responsibilities oAbility to communicate highly complex or sensitive advice and information to others oAble to critically appraise research oFlexible and able to cope with change

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

2 City Approach, Eccles

Albert Street

Eccles

M30 0BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

2 City Approach, Eccles

Albert Street

Eccles

M30 0BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Clinical Psychologist (Trainee Clinical Psychologist Manager) - Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Programme, University of Liverpool

We are seeking experienced and highly motivated Clinical Psychologists to join the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Programme at the University of Liverpool in a trainee management role.

The programme's Trainee Clinical Psychologists are employed by Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and are therefore subject to the same employment policies and procedures as all Trust staff. Working closely with the Programme's Clinical Director, post holders will provide a key link between Mersey Care and the trainee cohort, ensuring trainees receive effective managerial support throughout their doctoral training.

These posts will be employed by Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and based within the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Programme at the University of Liverpool.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidates will be responsible for the day-to-day management and support of Trainee Clinical Psychologists, including:

Attendance and absence management

Maternity, paternity and other leave arrangements

Processing and oversight of trainee expenses

Supporting trainees with employment-related matters

Liaison with relevant Trust services and programme staff

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced HCPC registered Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our friendly Community Speech and Language Therapy Team covering the Sefton area on a part-time, 12-month fixed term basis.

Our Speech & Language Therapists work with adults who have communication and/or swallowing difficulties with the team being based at Zetland Street. You will work with patients in clinic settings and in their own homes, including nursing and residential homes, providing assessment, treatment and ongoing management for people with a wide range of Speech and Language Therapy needs. The role offers the chance to build strong multidisciplinary relationships across neighbourhood services and make a visible difference to the health and wellbeing of the local population.

You will assess, diagnose, plan and deliver treatment for patients with a range of complex needs, including people living with long-term conditions. We are therefore looking for someone with strong clinical reasoning, excellent communication skills and a compassionate, proactive approach to care. In return, you will join a service that values professional development, collaborative working and continuous improvement. We value CPD and carry out robust clinical supervision and appraisals to encourage therapists' specialist interests and innovation.

Main duties of the job

To provide evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to service users who have communication and/or eating and drinking difficulties. These occur as a consequence of physical and mental health conditions such as: Motor Neurone Disease, Parkinson's Disease, Stroke, Dementia and Mental Illness.

The caseload may cover the whole spectrum of communication disorders, e.g. dysfluency, high level language / social use of language and voice as applicable to the service.

The role will be integrated within the therapy team and will work with the team to develop person-centred care plans.

Supervision will be provided by a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Children and Young People's Mental Health Service in Knowsley.

We are a multi disciplinary team consisting of psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, therapists and support workers who assess, treat and signpost referrals received for children and young people displaying mental health difficulties.

The successful candidate will be a key part of the multidisciplinary team, with caseload management responsibilities. They should have excellent communication skills to communicate with both internal and external professionals along with the young people and families that we work with.

Knowsley CYPMHS is part of the THRIVE offer within Knowsley and the successful candidate will hold a key role in ensuring the effective use of this.

We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our team which has recently won Team of the Month within Mersey Care and a Good Plus QRV result.

Main duties of the job

To hold a caseload of both specialist and generic work dependant on clinical competence and experience.

Undertake assessments, treatment and consultation work based upon a conceptual framework and employing research-based evidence.

Provide direct therapeutic interventions dependent on clinical competence and experience in line with the grading of the post, including assessments, formulation and therapeutic input into children, young people and families referred into the service.

Undertake risk assessments and care plans accordingly, in line with the THRIVE framework.

To be responsible for the screening of referrals to children and Young People's service.

To exercise responsibility and autonomy, within supervisory, managerial and accountability structures, for the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients.

To deliver care co-ordination, ensuring effective assessment, care planning and risk management processes are maintained. Involve the views of children, their families, referring agents and other professionals involved in the network of care including organising multi-agency meetings.

To work jointly and collaboratively with other team members in order to enhance and develop the provision of services to young people and their families.

Identify and respond appropriately to child protection issues, as described with the guidelines of Local Safeguarding Children's Board and Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust safeguarding policies.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

350-CC8331803-A

Job locations

Knowsley Resource and Recovery Centre

Whiston

Liverpool

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To engage with using routine outcome measures as clinically appropriate including their use in clinical practice and inputting data into clinical record

To work collaboratively with children, young people and their families and contribute to the trusts service user participation agenda.

Work in partnership to deliver a range of mental health interventions. This may involve group work or direct work with children/young people as well as offering specialist mental health-based consultation, and advice around men tal health.

Be responsible and ensure the effective co-ordination of clinical care provided including consideration to safeguarding and clinical risk issues where indicated

Work with clinical staff to identify children and young people with emerging mental health needs.

If working within MHST, Providing supervision and caseload management to the new EMHP (dependent on clinical competence and experience)

Participate in MDT discussion within relevant locality including waiting list management contribution.

Work in partnership with young people and their families to inform assessment, need and rationale for treatment intervention.

To work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to ensure safe working practice and positive outcomes for children and young people.

To follow safeguarding processes as appropriate or required.

When working within MHSTs the post holder will be expected to lead on engagement and participation events/activities hosted by the team and support delivery of the whole school approach offer by the team.

Job description Job responsibilities To engage with using routine outcome measures as clinically appropriate including their use in clinical practice and inputting data into clinical record To work collaboratively with children, young people and their families and contribute to the trusts service user participation agenda. Work in partnership to deliver a range of mental health interventions. This may involve group work or direct work with children/young people as well as offering specialist mental health-based consultation, and advice around men tal health. Be responsible and ensure the effective co-ordination of clinical care provided including consideration to safeguarding and clinical risk issues where indicated Work with clinical staff to identify children and young people with emerging mental health needs. If working within MHST, Providing supervision and caseload management to the new EMHP (dependent on clinical competence and experience) Participate in MDT discussion within relevant locality including waiting list management contribution. Work in partnership with young people and their families to inform assessment, need and rationale for treatment intervention. To work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to ensure safe working practice and positive outcomes for children and young people. To follow safeguarding processes as appropriate or required. When working within MHSTs the post holder will be expected to lead on engagement and participation events/activities hosted by the team and support delivery of the whole school approach offer by the team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Must have one of the following: Education Mental Health Practitioner Graduate (EMHP) or Post Graduate Qualification
• Children and Young Persons Wellbeing Practitioner (CYWP) Graduate or Post Graduate Qualification
• Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) Graduate or Post Graduate Qualification
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapies Post Graduate Certificate/Diploma and where applicable hold a professional registration with the relevant accrediting body or be able to evidence ability to undertake this within 12 months of commencing in post. Registration must be maintained throughout employment OR
• Core Professional Qualification in one of the following areas: - Nursing - Social Work - Occupational Therapy

Desirable

• Senior CYWP Qualification
• Senior EMHP Qualification
• PWP Supervision Qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and skills in the complete range of approaches within the field as required to meet the needs of different patients and settings
• Level of knowledge of the mental health needs of children and adolescents
• Have experience in providing risk assessments
• Knowledge of legislation and strategic frameworks and their implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the full range of client groups

Desirable

• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialist therapies in specific difficult to treat groups
• A level knowledge of theory and practice of specialist therapy / interventions
• Knowledge and skills in providing consultation to other professionals and non-professional groups
• Knowledge of research design and methodology consistent with practice to at least Degree level or equivalent
• Level of knowledge and/or training and other psychological therapies

Skills

Essential

• Skilled in the ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, clinical sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS
• Must demonstrate ability to be self-reflective and to organise own supervision appropriately
• Ability to work within a culturally diverse community in a wide variety of contexts including highly specialist skills for working in settings outside the clinic
• Ability to take full clinical responsibility for patient care and treatment, both as a care co-ordinator and within the context of a multi-disciplinary team
• Interpersonal skills of a high level to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in order to convey clinically sensitive information to family members of all ages and to a wide range of lay and professional persons, within and outside of the NHS
• Demonstrate the ability to co-ordinate and lead a multi-agency care plan / risk management plan
• Ability to identify and employ as appropriate clinical governance mechanisms for the support and maintenance of clinical practice
• Demonstrate a commitment to respecting and displaying the Trust Values at all times oA commitment to the continuous improvement of services using feedback from individual clients, families, user surveys and clinical research
• Emotional stamina, and resilience to respond constructively in highly stressful situations oAbility to organise and co-ordinate areas of work that are complex and demanding
• Ability to identify and provide appropriate means of support to carers and staff exposed to distressing situations and severely challenging behaviours
• A commitment to the continuous improvement of services using feedback from individual clients, families, user surveys and clinical research
• Ability to organise and co-ordinate areas of work that are complex and demanding

Desirable

• Information technology and management skills using word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software
• Ability to demonstrate leadership and management skills to multi-disciplinary work

Experience

Essential

• Experience of managing a case-load of children and young people with a range of moderate mental ohealth needs.
• Working within a children ocommunity mental health setting
• Experience of delivering evidence-based psychological therapy e.g. CBT
• Experience of working with a wide variety of patient groups that reflect the full range of clinical severity including a high degree of professionalism in the face of emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse
• Experienced in and the ability to undertake case management and the supervision of students as required
• Experience of providing supervision

Desirable

• Experience of delivering teaching, training
• Experience of mental health assessments and therapeutic interventions with children and young people with mental health problems and their families
• Experience of providing clinical supervision
• Experience in consultation to other professional and non-professional groups

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Must have one of the following: Education Mental Health Practitioner Graduate (EMHP) or Post Graduate Qualification Children and Young Persons Wellbeing Practitioner (CYWP) Graduate or Post Graduate Qualification Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) Graduate or Post Graduate Qualification Cognitive Behavioural Therapies Post Graduate Certificate/Diploma and where applicable hold a professional registration with the relevant accrediting body or be able to evidence ability to undertake this within 12 months of commencing in post. Registration must be maintained throughout employment OR Core Professional Qualification in one of the following areas: - Nursing - Social Work - Occupational Therapy Desirable Senior CYWP Qualification Senior EMHP Qualification PWP Supervision Qualification Knowledge Essential Knowledge and skills in the complete range of approaches within the field as required to meet the needs of different patients and settings Level of knowledge of the mental health needs of children and adolescents Have experience in providing risk assessments Knowledge of legislation and strategic frameworks and their implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the full range of client groups Desirable Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialist therapies in specific difficult to treat groups A level knowledge of theory and practice of specialist therapy / interventions Knowledge and skills in providing consultation to other professionals and non-professional groups Knowledge of research design and methodology consistent with practice to at least Degree level or equivalent Level of knowledge and/or training and other psychological therapies Skills Essential Skilled in the ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, clinical sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS Must demonstrate ability to be self-reflective and to organise own supervision appropriately Ability to work within a culturally diverse community in a wide variety of contexts including highly specialist skills for working in settings outside the clinic Ability to take full clinical responsibility for patient care and treatment, both as a care co-ordinator and within the context of a multi-disciplinary team Interpersonal skills of a high level to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in order to convey clinically sensitive information to family members of all ages and to a wide range of lay and professional persons, within and outside of the NHS Demonstrate the ability to co-ordinate and lead a multi-agency care plan / risk management plan Ability to identify and employ as appropriate clinical governance mechanisms for the support and maintenance of clinical practice Demonstrate a commitment to respecting and displaying the Trust Values at all times oA commitment to the continuous improvement of services using feedback from individual clients, families, user surveys and clinical research Emotional stamina, and resilience to respond constructively in highly stressful situations oAbility to organise and co-ordinate areas of work that are complex and demanding Ability to identify and provide appropriate means of support to carers and staff exposed to distressing situations and severely challenging behaviours A commitment to the continuous improvement of services using feedback from individual clients, families, user surveys and clinical research Ability to organise and co-ordinate areas of work that are complex and demanding Desirable Information technology and management skills using word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software Ability to demonstrate leadership and management skills to multi-disciplinary work Experience Essential Experience of managing a case-load of children and young people with a range of moderate mental ohealth needs. Working within a children ocommunity mental health setting Experience of delivering evidence-based psychological therapy e.g. CBT Experience of working with a wide variety of patient groups that reflect the full range of clinical severity including a high degree of professionalism in the face of emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse Experienced in and the ability to undertake case management and the supervision of students as required Experience of providing supervision Desirable Experience of delivering teaching, training Experience of mental health assessments and therapeutic interventions with children and young people with mental health problems and their families Experience of providing clinical supervision Experience in consultation to other professional and non-professional groups

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Knowsley Resource and Recovery Centre

Whiston

Liverpool

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Knowsley Resource and Recovery Centre

Whiston

Liverpool

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

District Nursing Teams | Liverpool, Sefton & Knowsley

Are you a caring, compassionate individual looking to make a real difference in your local community?

We are recruiting Band 3 Health Care Assistants to join our District Nursing Teams across Liverpool, Sefton and Knowsley.

In this rewarding role, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality care and support to patients in their own homes and other community-based clinical settings. You will play a vital role in helping people maintain their independence, promoting wellbeing, and delivering person-centred care closer to home.

As a Health Care Assistant, you will support the clinical team with the delivery of care and treatment, building positive relationships with patients, families and colleagues while ensuring a compassionate and professional experience for those using our services.

What we're looking for:

• A caring and compassionate approach to patient care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a wider team.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• The ability to travel independently across the locality to provide care and treatment within patients' homes and community settings.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team, develop your skills, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of people across our communities.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is responsible for the delivery of clinical care and support under the supervision of a registered nurse to a defined population. Supported by the nursing team they will deliver care within the boundaries of their role. They will work effectively and collaboratively within the team to meet the needs of patients and support the delivery of policy and procedures.

Ensure the delivery of the quality strategy within the designated area incorporating establishment of systems and processes.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

We have an exciting vacancy for a Band 4 Assistant Psychologist to join our Adult Autism Service. You will be joining a dedicated team and will provide care for autistic people. You will be supported by an experienced MDT which include Clinical Psychologists, social workers, Occupational therapists, speech and language therapist, mental health nurses and learning disability nurses.

Main duties of the job

The role of the Assistant Psychologist is to support and enhance the professional psychological care of autistic clients by providing post-diagnostic support. The post holder will work directly with autistic people to help them explore and understand their diagnosis, delivering both one-to-one and group sessions that support self-awareness, identity development and access to appropriate strategies and resources. Under supervision and with access to relevant CPD opportunities the Assistant Psychologists will also undertake direct work with clients individually and in group settings. The Assistant Psychologists will work closely with qualified Clinical Psychology colleagues on research and audit projects and will be expected to be active members of the MDT.

About us

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

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

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

Job summary

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

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

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

Main duties of the job

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

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

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

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

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

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

Core working hours are 9am-5pm.

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

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

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

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

Main duties of the job

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

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

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

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

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles."

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

350-MHC8198571-B

Job locations

Various GP surgeries for Halton PCN

Various GP surgeries within a PCN in Halton area

Warrington

WA7 2DA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

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

To evaluate outcomes and maintain accurate clinical data.

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

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

To understand and process Quality Outcome Framework data.

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

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

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

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

Clinical Partnership

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

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Skills

Essential

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

Desirable

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

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Various GP surgeries for Halton PCN

Various GP surgeries within a PCN in Halton area

Warrington

WA7 2DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Various GP surgeries for Halton PCN

Various GP surgeries within a PCN in Halton area

Warrington

WA7 2DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Estates & Facilities Helpdesk Assistant is a vital role in the successful operational of the Estates & Facilities Service. Often the first point of call for our colleagues across the organisation, the E&F HD Assistant will work with our Estates Officers and Contractors to ensure that repairs, maintenance, and minor works are carried out as quickly as possible.

The Helpdesk is a small friendly team committed to developing the best possible service by ensuring robust streamlined process and procedures are in place which are continually reviewed for effectiveness.

We offer a supportive, friendly environment in which you can realise your potential with plenty of opportunities for learning and development.

The helpdesk is based at Hollins Park and supports all divisions across the trust, supporting estates officers and the wider estates team.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a motivated and positive Helpdesk Assistant to join our Estates and Facilities Team, who will provide a comprehensive service to the Estates and Facilities department, and act as first point of contact for Estates queries and issues.

The role will involve working as part of a busy team based at and will provide an efficient and high quality service whilst assisting with operational management of the Estates portfolio of freehold, leasehold and community services-occupied premises.

The post requires a high degree of competency in administrative support and office communications, including help desk administration, log planned and re-active job requests from telephone calls, email or in person on the Estates & Facilities Management (EFM) helpdesk database, processing orders/invoices and diary management.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

'Relationships Are Everything! - Warrington BABS and Childrens Services Integration

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Building Attachment and Bonds Service in Warrington for an innovative Psychologist 0.5 wte 12-month Fixed Term contract to work within a truly collaborative and integrated 'Health and Care' model supporting Warrington's most vulnerable complex parents/families and infants 0-2 years.

This post will sit both in Warrington BABS Parent Infant Mental Health Service and Warrington Childrens Services new Child Protection Multi-Agency Team, which is an integral part of Warrington's Pathfinder 'Family's First for Children.

Warrington BABS is a specialist, easy to engage, therapeutic Parent-Infant Mental Health Service which supports vulnerable parents who have experienced ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) to build secure bonds and attachment relationships with their babies via the offer of its specialist, community-based preventative service.

Main duties of the job

Warrington BABS's values, ethos, mission and model is aligned to work of the Pathfinder and its reforms - driving forward prevention, early intervention and offering the best possible care/support and outcomes for the most vulnerable families to enable families to stay together and prevent children from going into care.

This post will be key in ensuring that as an integrated partnership we safeguard parent infant relationships, mental health as well as risk.

Since Warrington BABS launched in 2024, the service has supported many of the most vulnerable/at risk parents and infants living in Warrington, helping them to build secure bonds, attachment relationships and good parent-infant mental health, via the delivery its strength-based, collaborative, psycho-social MDT programme of care and support.

BABS groundbreaking outcomes and cost savings have been evidenced over the past 10 years across other boroughs via BABS service evaluations, videos, media work/publications, national awards and BABS research published by Liverpool and Edge Hill Universities.

This post will strengthen both BABs and Warrington Childrens Services offer to Warrington families.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

Mental Health Recovery Team/CMHT are looking to recruit a band 6 Mental Health Transition Practitioner to support transition for young adults 18-25, into the CMHT/Recovery Team and connect the young adult to their chosen pathway and interventions.

The successful applicant will engage the young adult, carer and referrer prior to referral, where possible, and support the young adult to make informed decisions around their treatment plan and transition. The Transition Practitioner will strive to achieve the transition standards identified by NICE and will ensure the Mersey Care principles of transition are promoted.

The Transition Practitioner will become an integral member of the Community Mental Health Team/Recovery Team MDT, whilst working closely with Children and Young People services and developing a good working relationship with services across the wider system, who are also supporting 18-25 transition throughout primary care and VCFSE's.

The transition practitioner will support any new referrals in to service for any young person aged 18-25, the role will entail supporting carrying out biopsychosocial assessments and any transition in to the recovery cmht

Main duties of the job

The Transition Practitioner will work within the CMHT/Recovery but will display initiative and flexibility to support all potential referrals of young adults, 18-25 years of age. They will support young adults for a limited time period, until the young adult has successfully achieved their transition goals and begun treatment within the team. They will act as their keyworker for this period of time, helping the young adult to navigate a complex mental health system and will support in being a point of contact for the young adult and carer.

The Transition Practitioner will regular analyse the performance against the transition standards to understand where quality improvements can be made and to help shape the role across Community Mental Health Services.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Details

Date posted

14 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

350-MHC8319997

Job locations

Baird House

Liverpool Innovation Park

Edgelane

L7 9NJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Community Mental Health Transition Practitioner will support transition for Children and Young People, aged 18-25, from Mersey Care Children and Young Persons Services (CYPS) and Alder Hey to Adult Community Mental Health Services. The post holder will also ensure the principles of transition are applied when transferring between other Adult Mental Health (AMH) service lines i.e. Inpatient/Urgent Care to Community Mental Health services.

The Community Mental Health Transition Practitioner will become an integral member of the Community Mental Health MDT, whilst also working closely with CYP Services and local communities to understand and provide a seamless and consistent offer within the wider system.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:To oversee the implementation of National Institute for Health and Social Care Excellence (NICE) Quality Statements for transition for children and young people, aged 18-25, between CYP to AMHS and AMHS to AMHS services.Young people who will move from children to adults services start planning their transition with health and social care practitioners by school year 9 (aged 13 to 14, or immediately if they enter childrens services after school year 9.Young people who will move from children to adults services have a coordinated transition plan.Young people who will move from children to adults services have an annual meeting to review transition planning.Young people who are moving from children to adults services have a named worker to coordinate care and support before, during and after transfer.Young people who are moving from children to adults services meet a practitioner from each adults service they will move to before the transfer.Young people who have moved from children to adults services but do not attend their initial meetings or appointments are contacted by adults services and given further opportunities to engage.To oversee and implement the principles of transition as identified below:Transition support should be person centred and ensure they are an equal partner in the planning of their care choosing pathways which meet their needs.Transition support should be strength based and focuses on what is positive and possible for the young adult and their carer/family.Assessment and planning should focus on goals with the young adult, which may include education and employment, community inclusion, health and well-being and housing needs.Carers and families need to be at the centre of transition planning, but it is important to ask the young adult how they would like their carer/family to be involved in the transition.Transition should be based on need not age.Ensure transition support is developmentally appropriate and considers the persons maturity, cognitive abilities, psychological status, long term conditions, social and personal circumstances, caring responsibilities and communication needs.Where the young person is autistic and/or has a learning disability along with a co-morbid mental health need, the transition processes and associated assessments and interventions should be reasonably adjusted to meet the young persons needs.Young adults absolutely should not be forgotten or forced to begin the assessment/transition process again. Young adults may need to be able to dip in and out of services there needs to be flexibility and understanding in the system for did not attend (DNA).Health and social care services should work together in an integrated way to ensure smooth transition, avoiding the proliferation of separate plans for specific sectors.Consideration of special education needs and education health care plans.

Job description Job responsibilities The Community Mental Health Transition Practitioner will support transition for Children and Young People, aged 18-25, from Mersey Care Children and Young Persons Services (CYPS) and Alder Hey to Adult Community Mental Health Services. The post holder will also ensure the principles of transition are applied when transferring between other Adult Mental Health (AMH) service lines i.e. Inpatient/Urgent Care to Community Mental Health services. The Community Mental Health Transition Practitioner will become an integral member of the Community Mental Health MDT, whilst also working closely with CYP Services and local communities to understand and provide a seamless and consistent offer within the wider system. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:To oversee the implementation of National Institute for Health and Social Care Excellence (NICE) Quality Statements for transition for children and young people, aged 18-25, between CYP to AMHS and AMHS to AMHS services.Young people who will move from children to adults services start planning their transition with health and social care practitioners by school year 9 (aged 13 to 14, or immediately if they enter childrens services after school year 9.Young people who will move from children to adults services have a coordinated transition plan.Young people who will move from children to adults services have an annual meeting to review transition planning.Young people who are moving from children to adults services have a named worker to coordinate care and support before, during and after transfer.Young people who are moving from children to adults services meet a practitioner from each adults service they will move to before the transfer.Young people who have moved from children to adults services but do not attend their initial meetings or appointments are contacted by adults services and given further opportunities to engage.To oversee and implement the principles of transition as identified below:Transition support should be person centred and ensure they are an equal partner in the planning of their care choosing pathways which meet their needs.Transition support should be strength based and focuses on what is positive and possible for the young adult and their carer/family.Assessment and planning should focus on goals with the young adult, which may include education and employment, community inclusion, health and well-being and housing needs.Carers and families need to be at the centre of transition planning, but it is important to ask the young adult how they would like their carer/family to be involved in the transition.Transition should be based on need not age.Ensure transition support is developmentally appropriate and considers the persons maturity, cognitive abilities, psychological status, long term conditions, social and personal circumstances, caring responsibilities and communication needs.Where the young person is autistic and/or has a learning disability along with a co-morbid mental health need, the transition processes and associated assessments and interventions should be reasonably adjusted to meet the young persons needs.Young adults absolutely should not be forgotten or forced to begin the assessment/transition process again. Young adults may need to be able to dip in and out of services there needs to be flexibility and understanding in the system for did not attend (DNA).Health and social care services should work together in an integrated way to ensure smooth transition, avoiding the proliferation of separate plans for specific sectors.Consideration of special education needs and education health care plans.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree level training or equivalent
• Professional registration i.e. NMC, Social Work England, Occupational Health and Care Professions Council
• The practitioner has acquired at least one years additional post-registration knowledge and experience, allowing them to be autonomous in their practice
• The practitioner had developed knowledge and skills to enable them to teach and educate other professionals

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD and working towards master level qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of providing care for people with mental health difficulties within a secondary care environment and working as a care co-ordinator/key worker
• Experience of working autonomously and recognising professional limitations
• Experience of developing and implementing collaborative care plans
• Experience of developing risk formulations and managing risk accordingly
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team and contributing to an MDT approach to care delivery
• Experience of supporting families and carers
• Experience of supporting and mentoring students and other junior members of staff
• Experience of utilising a problem-solving approach and implementing quality improvement ideas
• Evidence of keeping up to date with relevant literature and evidence based practice

Desirable

• Experience of working with external partners with the wider system
• Experience of working across CYPS and AMHS
• Experience of working as a transition practitioner

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work independently and also as part of a team
• Ability to engage service users and carers and work collaboratively to develop and implement a transition plan
• Ability to utilise appropriate measuring tools and generate/review associated reports
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to identify and implement risk management strategies
• Ability to provide education/training to relevant stakeholders

Knowledge

Essential

• Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act
• Knowledge and experience in safeguarding children and/or adults
• Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree level training or equivalent Professional registration i.e. NMC, Social Work England, Occupational Health and Care Professions Council The practitioner has acquired at least one years additional post-registration knowledge and experience, allowing them to be autonomous in their practice The practitioner had developed knowledge and skills to enable them to teach and educate other professionals Desirable Evidence of CPD and working towards master level qualification Experience Essential Experience of providing care for people with mental health difficulties within a secondary care environment and working as a care co-ordinator/key worker Experience of working autonomously and recognising professional limitations Experience of developing and implementing collaborative care plans Experience of developing risk formulations and managing risk accordingly Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team and contributing to an MDT approach to care delivery Experience of supporting families and carers Experience of supporting and mentoring students and other junior members of staff Experience of utilising a problem-solving approach and implementing quality improvement ideas Evidence of keeping up to date with relevant literature and evidence based practice Desirable Experience of working with external partners with the wider system Experience of working across CYPS and AMHS Experience of working as a transition practitioner Skills Essential Ability to work independently and also as part of a team Ability to engage service users and carers and work collaboratively to develop and implement a transition plan Ability to utilise appropriate measuring tools and generate/review associated reports Ability to problem solve Ability to identify and implement risk management strategies Ability to provide education/training to relevant stakeholders Knowledge Essential Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act Knowledge and experience in safeguarding children and/or adults Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Baird House

Liverpool Innovation Park

Edgelane

L7 9NJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Baird House

Liverpool Innovation Park

Edgelane

L7 9NJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to be part of a developing in the Cheshire and Merseyside Region?

The Specialist Community Forensic Team have been commissioned to work with key stakeholders and partner agencies to enhance community provision for people who are autistic or who have a learning disability.

The Specialist Community Forensic Team are looking for one Band 3 Community Support Worker to complement the existing team. Applications from enthusiastic and confident applicants who show a commitment to the wellbeing of service users and to delivering a high quality service are welcome. Ultimately, the work of the team is focused on enhancing the safety, experience and wellbeing of service users in the community.

Main duties of the job

The Specialist Community Forensic Team is a multi-disciplinary team consisting of Nursing, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational therapists, Social Work, Psychology and Psychiatry. You will be expected to work in all areas of Cheshire and Merseyside and to liaise with a number of partner agencies including Health, Social Care and the Criminal Justice agencies to develop proactive and preventative risk mitigation and support.

The primary role of the Community Support Worker is to carry out assigned duties, involving direct care and observation of service users under the guidance and indirect supervision of qualified staff.

To report to the qualified staff any observations made whilst providing care to service users / productivity and leisure, providing details of mental state and risk factors.

To work with service users on an individual and group basis as outlined in the care plan and as directed by the appropriate named lead professional.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

Resettle & Reintegrate (Intensive Intervention & Risk Management Services) are innovative community services, providing an alternative approach to enhancing the lives of service users who have complex needs due to their personality related needs and offending histories. We are a true partnership model between Merseycare NHS Trust, the Probation Service and Merseyside Police and are part of the Offender Personality Pathway.

This post is only open to individuals enrolled on the Doctorate in Forensic Psychology, due to the short term contract and role.

Applications are welcomed from individuals with an optimistic, realistic attitude to working with individuals who have committed sexual and/or violent offences who also have significant personality difficulties. If you are flexible in outlook, able to work as part of a multi-agency, MDT to manage risk and address psychological needs and are resilient and empathic, you could become part of a welcoming and effective team, committed to helping people make changes.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will assist the service lead in conducting offending related therapies and assessments in the systematic provision of a high-quality specialist intervention service for service users, across the service. To assist the team in the development, delivery and maintenance of evidence-based offence related interventions for a high risk and complex group of individuals, including the on-going development and evaluation of the effectiveness of such treatment via the conductance of systematic empirical research.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

7 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

350-SC8323902

Job locations

Resettle

Unit 1, 3 De Havilland Drive

Liverpool

L24 8RN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist the nominated intervention lead with the development, delivery and maintenance of evidence based offending intervention initiatives for a high risk and complex group of individuals, with such initiatives to include individual and group therapy and to account for the development and refinement of psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses.To provide complex, sensitive and contentious information to service users presenting with a range of offence related risks, medium to high risk for aggression, attending to the principles of motivational interviewing and feedback, and managing personal exposure to highly distressing or emotional circumstances /material.To provide highly specialist psychological assessments for clients referred to the team for offence related difficulties, based on the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex psychological data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the clients care.To formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological intervention and/or management of a service users offending difficulties, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework of their complex problems, and employing methods of proven efficacy, across the full range of care settings.To deliver psychological intervention to service users, as required and directed by the violence treatment lead. Such intervention to relate to needs identified through the process of assessment and formulation as part of secure forensic services.Provision of specialised consultation (including advice and guidance) to multi-disciplinary teams and other professionals with regards to the effective psychological management, intervention and enhanced understanding of service users offending needs, that includes provision of hypotheses and formulations that account for psychological models of understanding.To provide teaching and training to staff under guidance of the nominated psychology lead on the effective psychological management of violent offending concerning service users. To assist with on-going post-qualification training (CPD) of facilitators on areas falling within the postholders area of developing expertise.To develop and deliver awareness training across the service connected to the secure forensic psychology service.

To formulate, design and implement research projects to further the knowledge in working with offending behaviours. This will include working with other members of the service but with an expectation that the post holder will lead some research projects. Also, to provide research advice to other staff undertaking research.

Job description Job responsibilities To assist the nominated intervention lead with the development, delivery and maintenance of evidence based offending intervention initiatives for a high risk and complex group of individuals, with such initiatives to include individual and group therapy and to account for the development and refinement of psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses.To provide complex, sensitive and contentious information to service users presenting with a range of offence related risks, medium to high risk for aggression, attending to the principles of motivational interviewing and feedback, and managing personal exposure to highly distressing or emotional circumstances /material.To provide highly specialist psychological assessments for clients referred to the team for offence related difficulties, based on the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex psychological data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the clients care.To formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological intervention and/or management of a service users offending difficulties, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework of their complex problems, and employing methods of proven efficacy, across the full range of care settings.To deliver psychological intervention to service users, as required and directed by the violence treatment lead. Such intervention to relate to needs identified through the process of assessment and formulation as part of secure forensic services.Provision of specialised consultation (including advice and guidance) to multi-disciplinary teams and other professionals with regards to the effective psychological management, intervention and enhanced understanding of service users offending needs, that includes provision of hypotheses and formulations that account for psychological models of understanding.To provide teaching and training to staff under guidance of the nominated psychology lead on the effective psychological management of violent offending concerning service users. To assist with on-going post-qualification training (CPD) of facilitators on areas falling within the postholders area of developing expertise.To develop and deliver awareness training across the service connected to the secure forensic psychology service. To formulate, design and implement research projects to further the knowledge in working with offending behaviours. This will include working with other members of the service but with an expectation that the post holder will lead some research projects. Also, to provide research advice to other staff undertaking research.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• At least a 2:1 degree in psychology with Graduate Basis for Registration [GBR] or equivalent
• BPS Accredited M.Sc. in Forensic Psychology to merit level or above and/or with a merit or above in the dissertation
• Enrolment on Doctorate in Forensic Psychology Training Course, with an accepted and agreed training plan

Experience

Essential

• At least one-year previous employment as a trainee psychologist (or equivalent) position involving direct clinical contact with individuals with complex mental health and/or offending treatment needs
• Understanding of the Doctorate in Forensic Psychology route and commitment to achieving the competencies and compiling the written evidence required as part of this process
• Evidence of a commitment towards continuing professional development

Desirable

• Demonstrated progress in achieving DFP Stage II competencies
• Evidence of formal training in the use of Structured Professional Judgement tools (e.g., HCR-20v3)
• Evidence of formal training in the use and interpretation of cognitive/neuro assessments (e.g., the WAIS-IV)

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of a range of research methodologies that could be applied in a forensic setting, and competency in the use of statistical packages (e.g., SPSS)

Desirable

• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological assessment and treatment methodologies

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention, treatment and management frequently requiring sustained concentration
• Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, highly technical, and clinically sensitive information to service users, their families, and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS
• Skills in providing consultation to other professional and/or non-professional groups appropriate to level of competence

other

Essential

• Ability to professionally represent the psychology team
• Appropriate health record according to individual needs
• Appropriate professional presentation
• Commitment to team and multi-disciplinary working
• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development/training
• Hard working and self motivated
• Awareness of confidentiality issues, including the limits of this
• Must have enhanced DBS status [or be eligible for this on application]
• Willing and able to work flexible hours in order to meet the needs of the service

Desirable

• Interest in researching clinical outcome measures and in the development of applied psychological research

Person Specification Qualifications Essential At least a 2:1 degree in psychology with Graduate Basis for Registration [GBR] or equivalent BPS Accredited M.Sc. in Forensic Psychology to merit level or above and/or with a merit or above in the dissertation Enrolment on Doctorate in Forensic Psychology Training Course, with an accepted and agreed training plan Experience Essential At least one-year previous employment as a trainee psychologist (or equivalent) position involving direct clinical contact with individuals with complex mental health and/or offending treatment needs Understanding of the Doctorate in Forensic Psychology route and commitment to achieving the competencies and compiling the written evidence required as part of this process Evidence of a commitment towards continuing professional development Desirable Demonstrated progress in achieving DFP Stage II competencies Evidence of formal training in the use of Structured Professional Judgement tools (e.g., HCR-20v3) Evidence of formal training in the use and interpretation of cognitive/neuro assessments (e.g., the WAIS-IV) Knowledge Essential Knowledge of a range of research methodologies that could be applied in a forensic setting, and competency in the use of statistical packages (e.g., SPSS) Desirable Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological assessment and treatment methodologies Skills Essential Demonstrable skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention, treatment and management frequently requiring sustained concentration Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, highly technical, and clinically sensitive information to service users, their families, and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS Skills in providing consultation to other professional and/or non-professional groups appropriate to level of competence other Essential Ability to professionally represent the psychology team Appropriate health record according to individual needs Appropriate professional presentation Commitment to team and multi-disciplinary working Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development/training Hard working and self motivated Awareness of confidentiality issues, including the limits of this Must have enhanced DBS status [or be eligible for this on application] Willing and able to work flexible hours in order to meet the needs of the service Desirable Interest in researching clinical outcome measures and in the development of applied psychological research

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Resettle

Unit 1, 3 De Havilland Drive

Liverpool

L24 8RN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Resettle

Unit 1, 3 De Havilland Drive

Liverpool

L24 8RN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Aintree Core 24 offer comprehensive assessment of mental health to those who present to the Emergency Department in times of crisis or, those who are referred from the acute general hospital wards and the formulation of treatment and risk management plans based on assessment of needs with the appropriate triage and diversion form the service.

The service operates on a shift system of long days and nights to provide 24/7 365 days a year service. The service has recently undergone Organisational Change to make the service more flexible across the Urgent Care footpath covering Urgent Care 24/7, as well as, support other Core 24 services when required.

Main duties of the job

To provide high quality, evidence based care within Division for service users and their carers within inpatient and community services.

To work in a socially inclusive way and in line with the recovery model.

To function as named nurse/care coordinator to service users undertaking assessment, planning and evaluation and review of care, within a recovery focused model of care.

To participate as an active member of the multi disciplinary team.

To provide advice, expertise and leadership within the team.

To supervise care for service users presenting with complex and high risk needs.

To work autonomously, reaching clinically appropriate decisions based on information received and using the knowledge and experience of the multi disciplinary team.

To be qualified to act as a mentor for students

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a for a highly motivated Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our inpatient acute services in St Helens.

Peasley Cross Hospital includes 2 acute inpatient wards, 1 male and 1 female ward (Iris ward and Taylor ward).

The post holder will be required to undertake holistic multi-factorial evidence-based assessments, in a clinic setting. They will provide the MDT and their patients with Specialist OT knowledge to be be able to identify and reduce falls risks on the ward through the use of equipment, adaptations and education ensuring that the needs and safety of their patients are met.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to effectively manage a caseload of patient's comorbidities as an autonomous practitioner, using evidence based/ patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions of the patient group. The post holder will provide leadership for junior staff when appropriate, through supervision and appraisal.

The post holder take a holistic approach in the assessment and treatment of service users / patients, being responsible for the provision of appropriate, high quality care to a defined caseload which may be of a complex nature, using the appropriate model of care and evidenced based practice.

Work in partnership with other professionals to enable patients / clients to be maintained in an appropriate environment, thus avoiding hospital admission.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to contribute to the delivery of Speech and Language Therapy inAshworth High Secure Hospital for a fixed term of 12 months.

Ashworth is a specialist psychiatric hospital providing assessment, treatment and care in conditions of high security for men aged 18 and above and its catchment area covers the Midlands, North Wales and the North West. Ashworth is one of only three high secure psychiatric hospitals in England and Wales. We support men with a serious mental illness or personality disorder who are detained under the Mental Health Act and are assessed as presenting a grave risk to others.

Working collaboratively with service users, families, and the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT), we develop personalised care plans that promote recovery, maximise independence, and support progression through services in the most appropriate and least restrictive way. Our Speech and Language Therapy service delivers comprehensive assessment and a wide range of evidence-based individual and group interventions tailored to the holistic needs of the population we serve. Care is underpinned by the principles of trauma-informed and recovery-focused practice. All interventions are individualised and supported by robust risk assessment and management processes.

Whilst we are recruiting into a Band 6 position, applications would also be welcomed from those currently working in Band 5 positions.

Main duties of the job

To provide evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to service users who have communication and/or eating and drinking difficulties within the high secure hospital. The role will be integrated within the multi -disciplinary team and will work with the team to develop person-centred care plans.

Clinically, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• Provide direct intervention to enhance communication to empower service users to actively participate in their care and treatment.
• Support the development of independence, and life skills.
• Reduce both offending-related risk linking to communication difficulties; and physical risk due to dysphagia.
• Support the wider team in providing a collaborative and accessible communication environment.
• Advocate for and implement reasonable adjustments that enable each individual to achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will work alongside an experienced Speech and Language Therapy team to continue to develop the service. Supervision will be provided by a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist.

Whilst the team support individuals with dysphagia, post-graduate dysphagia training and competencies are not essential for this fixed term position.

About us

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

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

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

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

350-SC8316385

Job locations

Ashworth Hospital

Maghull Health Park, Parkbourn

Liverpool

L311HW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification document for full details of this role.

Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification document for full details of this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Accredited Speech and Language Therapy qualification (BSc)
• Registration with HCPC

Desirable

• Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist (RCSLT)
• Post graduate training/qualification in Dysphagia

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience with provision of supervision and delegation to junior members of staff
• Experience of use of outcome measures for clinical evaluation
• Basic IT Skills (Microsoft Software: Excel, World, Power Point, MS Teams)

Knowledge

Essential

• A philosophy and approach that empowers people
• Knowledge of alternative and augmentative communication and dysphagia
• A person -centred approach to service delivery
• Understanding of current NHS changes

Skills

Essential

• A demonstrated understanding of Equality and Human Rights
• Ability to convey information and skills to direct care staff
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Flexible approach skills towards service change, demands and pressure
• Ability & willingness to travel across The Trust footprint.

Desirable

• Experience of providing clinical supervision (to students or SaLT staff)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Accredited Speech and Language Therapy qualification (BSc) Registration with HCPC Desirable Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist (RCSLT) Post graduate training/qualification in Dysphagia Experience Essential Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Experience with provision of supervision and delegation to junior members of staff Experience of use of outcome measures for clinical evaluation Basic IT Skills (Microsoft Software: Excel, World, Power Point, MS Teams) Knowledge Essential A philosophy and approach that empowers people Knowledge of alternative and augmentative communication and dysphagia A person -centred approach to service delivery Understanding of current NHS changes Skills Essential A demonstrated understanding of Equality and Human Rights Ability to convey information and skills to direct care staff Good time management and organizational skills Flexible approach skills towards service change, demands and pressure Ability & willingness to travel across The Trust footprint. Desirable Experience of providing clinical supervision (to students or SaLT staff)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashworth Hospital

Maghull Health Park, Parkbourn

Liverpool

L311HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashworth Hospital

Maghull Health Park, Parkbourn

Liverpool

L311HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking to develop your clinical skills within a supportive community mental health team? Are you passionate about using your assessment, problem-solving and communication skills to deliver person-centred interventions that support recovery and promote independence for individuals with complex mental health needs?

We have an 12 month fixed term/secondment opportunity. Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapy post that is integral to our multi disciplinary team at the Older Adult Community hub, Knowsley.

You will be contributing to the high quality assessment and treatment for people living with dementia , facilitating interventions and aiding diagnosistic processes.

Informal visits and/or phone contact to gain further information from the team manager/OT are very much welcomed.

Main duties of the job

To deliver specialist Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment interventions for an identified group of people/caseload.

To support core duties of the Older Adult Community hub, Knowsley.The post holder will contribute to effective MDT working supporting people in the community living with dementia.

The post holder will complete assessments which support us in keeping people living at home for longer.

The post holder will support the running of group interventions.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

350-MHC8330200

Job locations

Willow House

Dragon Lane

Whiston

L35 3QY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description for further information.In summary:

Provide specialist occupational therapy assessment and intervention for service users living in the community, open to Older Adult Community hub, Knowsley.

Demonstrate effective multidisciplinary and partnership working

Experience of advocating for peoples occupational needs

Job description Job responsibilities Please see job description for further information.In summary: Provide specialist occupational therapy assessment and intervention for service users living in the community, open to Older Adult Community hub, Knowsley. Demonstrate effective multidisciplinary and partnership working Experience of advocating for peoples occupational needs

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant professional OT qualification
• Current HPC registration

Desirable

• Fieldwork Educators certificate.
• Post graduate accredited study e.g. PSI, CBT, MSc in relevant health studies.

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in relevant health settings
• Experience of Dementia specific assessment tools

Desirable

• Post graduate clinical experience, within mental health services

Knowledge

Essential

• Effective team working within a multi-agency framework
• Demonstrate experience of problem-solving approaches
• Mental Health Act 1983
• Mental Capacity Act
• Demonstrate knowlegde of Safeguarding Adults

Desirable

• Wider range of statutory and non-statutory services.
• Risk management training

Skills

Essential

• Ability to utilise assessment skills and tools effectively
• Ability to communicate in a variety of settings
• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
• Accurate Record keeping
• Flexible approach/ creative thinking
• IT skills

Desirable

• Effective leadership qualities.
• Presentation skills.
• Ability to network and influence decision making.
• Team Building skill.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant professional OT qualification Current HPC registration Desirable Fieldwork Educators certificate. Post graduate accredited study e.g. PSI, CBT, MSc in relevant health studies. Experience Essential Previous experience in relevant health settings Experience of Dementia specific assessment tools Desirable Post graduate clinical experience, within mental health services Knowledge Essential Effective team working within a multi-agency framework Demonstrate experience of problem-solving approaches Mental Health Act 1983 Mental Capacity Act Demonstrate knowlegde of Safeguarding Adults Desirable Wider range of statutory and non-statutory services. Risk management training Skills Essential Ability to utilise assessment skills and tools effectively Ability to communicate in a variety of settings Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines Accurate Record keeping Flexible approach/ creative thinking IT skills Desirable Effective leadership qualities. Presentation skills. Ability to network and influence decision making. Team Building skill.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Willow House

Dragon Lane

Whiston

L35 3QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Willow House

Dragon Lane

Whiston

L35 3QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a for a highly motivated Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our inpatient acute service in Liverpool

Dee Ward is a 16 bedded female inpatient acute ward, at Clock View Hospital, Liverpool.

We are looking for a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our enthusiastic, innovative, and expanding mental health division Occupational Therapy team.

The post holder will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with patients, carers, the multidisciplinary team, and wider agencies, and will work closely with colleagues following an evidence-based OT process.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for providing high quality assessments, delivering treatment intervention plans, and evaluating outcomes for individuals with complex needs.

Supervision will be provided by a Senior Occupational Therapist on site during which you will have the opportunity to explore further training and qualifications to develop both personally and professionally.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

Mersey care are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join their innovative and dynamic Equipment Advisory Service (EAS), working to support Liverpool, Knowsley and Sefton Community Equipment Services. The positions could be suitable for an existing Assistant Practitioner or a Health Care Assistant with the right level of experience.

Your key role would be to support the qualified clinical equipment advisers in the assessment of adults and children for safe and suitable community equipment provision, providing and sharing your knowledge and skills in relation to assessment and provision of community equipment.

Ongoing training in relation to assessment skills and equipment available will be provided.

The service works collaboratively with many other services around Liverpool and are always open to new ways of working together to ensure safe and effective equipment is provided in a timely manner.

For any further details or to arrange an informal discussion or visit please contact Rebecca Murphy, Clinical Lead - EAS:[email protected] Tel:0151 296 7736.

Main duties of the job

To give advice on appropriate community equipment within the patient home environment.

To support with the review of Care homes across all areas to ensure appropriate use of equipment and to encourage return of unused equipment.

To Support the prescribing of equipment in the community, to prevent hospital admissions and promote safe discharges from secondary care.

To assist the Clinical lead with training and education on safe and appropriate prescribing of equipment in the community setting.

To manage own caseload and work autonomously.

Provide clinical support and knowledge to support staff

Undertake risk assessments on defined patient in line with relevant guidelines.

Support with procurement exercises for all community equipment services.

Support with duty on a day to day basis responding to telephone and email enquiries.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust Musculoskeletal Service is looking for a Bank Band 6 Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist to join the team.

The MSK service has a well-structured programme of mentoring, supervision and CPD; the department is research-active and has close links with Higher Education Institutes. Active involvement in training and development, including supervision of students and delivery of staff training, is a key requirement.

Main duties of the job

To provide high quality Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy services to patients

To perform advanced physiotherapy assessment of patients with diverse presentation and complex physical and psychological conditions. To provide a diagnosis and develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme

To hold responsibility for own caseload and be responsible for defined area of service or patient type without direct supervision.

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Health Practitioner Assistant/Health Care Assistant to join the Integrated Community Reablement Assessment Service (ICRAS)

NVQ Level 3 - Health & Social Care is an essential criteria

Candidates must be able to travel around the community setting independently.

We have a number of posts working around South Sefton and Liverpool providing care and support for patients who require support with keeping them at home rather than admitting them to hospital or patients who have been in hospital and require support to ensure that their assessments for care are made in their own home rather than hospital.

We welcome all candidates that are committed to providing patients with high standards ofcareand work in line with Mersey Care values at all times in striving for perfect care.

You will have the opportunity to learn, develop and practice a variety of skills, as well as being a valued member of our exceptional multi-disciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

1. Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team.
2. Undertake a range of patient interventions within the scope of NVQ level 3 skills for patients as delegated by team leader or other qualified clinical staff.
3. Offer advice to patients and carers on a wide range of health issues to include health promotion, lifestyle advice and self-care.
4. Plan and organise own work schedule once delegated from team leader or Senior Nurse Practitioner
5. Undertake basic patient observations.
6. Work within existing clinical guidelines, policies and infection control procedures.
7. Offer advice and support to patients and families in a wide range of situations.
8. Communicate factual and sensitive information within confidentiality guidelines to patients, ensuring all information is appropriately documented and reported back to the team leader.
9. Demonstrate own role to new starters and students.
10. Ensure safe moving and handling techniques in the delivery of patient care, this can include the safe use of equipment.

Communicate information to multi-disciplinary team and other agencies as appropriate. Undertake further training to gain skills in other areas.

Deliver patient care within essence of care standards and Trust guidelines and policies. Document care delivered within hand-written or electronic patient records. Participate

About us

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

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

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

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.