Job summary

12 month maternity cover Fixed Term.

The South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity to join our Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Team for a 12 month fixed term to cover for maternity leave. We are currently recruiting for 30hrs 8a Clinical Psychologist/Counselling Psychologist/Senior CBT/EMDR Psychotherapist to work in the Wakefield locality.

We are looking for a highly motivated HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist/Counselling Psychologist/Senior CBT/EMDR therapist. (if you require the Job Description and Person Specification for these post please contact [email protected])The posts are supported in the service by a Principal Clinical Psychologist and there is specialist supervision available.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for women experiencing complex mental health issues during pregnancy and the first 2 years postnatally, alongside their babies and families. The post also involves working closely with colleagues across the specialist multidisciplinary team and will include providing clinical supervision and consultation to multidisciplinary colleagues. The post requires excellent communication skills alongside competence in working with and managing risk in relation to both mother and baby.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the unique challenges of working with women during the perinatal period. Experience of working clinically with parent-infant relationships, couples/families or groups would be advantage.

The post advertised is to work in the Wakefieldarea but travel across the Trusts footprint is required on an ad-hoc basis as we are a trust wide service to help manage capacity and demand. The Service operates Monday-Friday; 9.00am-5.00pm however successful applicants would be expected to have the flexibility to work occasional extended hours to facilitate service effectiveness. Car driver essential.

Please contact Claire Lowe Perinatal Service Manager [email protected] for further details or Jo Yates Perinatal Principal Clinical Psychologist [email protected].

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-CK2571

Job locations

Dewsbury District Hospital

8 Fox View

Dewsbury

WF13 4DT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

JOB PURPOSE:

The post holder will provide a high quality specialist clinical psychology service to clients as part of the multidisciplinary team within the service.

Provide highly specialist psychological assessment and intervention.

Provide advice and consultation on psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues, and other, non-professional carers, working autonomously within professional guidelines, and the overall framework of the team and trusts policies and procedures.

Supervise and support Psychology Assistants, Trainees and Band 7 HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologists.

To utilise research skills for audit, policy, service development and research within the areas served by the team/service.

JOB DIMENSIONS:

(e.g. budgetary or supervisory responsibilities)

To offer consultation and supervision when required by other agencies involved in the psychological, emotional and behavioural well-being of serive users

To provide supervision of Band 7 Clinical Psychologists, doctoral level clinical psychology trainees, assistant psychologists and trainees from other disciplines as appropriate.

For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Job description Job responsibilities JOB SUMMARYThis job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. JOB PURPOSE:The post holder will provide a high quality specialist clinical psychology service to clients as part of the multidisciplinary team within the service.Provide highly specialist psychological assessment and intervention.Provide advice and consultation on psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues, and other, non-professional carers, working autonomously within professional guidelines, and the overall framework of the team and trusts policies and procedures. Supervise and support Psychology Assistants, Trainees and Band 7 HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologists. To utilise research skills for audit, policy, service development and research within the areas served by the team/service.JOB DIMENSIONS:(e.g. budgetary or supervisory responsibilities)To offer consultation and supervision when required by other agencies involved in the psychological, emotional and behavioural well-being of serive users To provide supervision of Band 7 Clinical Psychologists, doctoral level clinical psychology trainees, assistant psychologists and trainees from other disciplines as appropriate.For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application. We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Person Specification

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Good Psychometric Assessment skills
• Experience of assisting in training of Post Graduate Clinical Psychology Trainees
• Exceptional communication skills in verbal, non verbal and written modes.
• Ability to empathise and develop good therapeutic alliance
• Ability to Formulate Complex processes.
• Capacity to conduct Psychometric Assessment
• Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role
• Keyboard skills
• Manual Dexterity for conducting tests.

Desirable

• Working with people in Crisis
• Working on an in-patient Psychiatric ward.

Physical Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
• Significant Post qualification experience in a Setting relevant to the post
• HCPC Registration as a Clinical Psychologist.

Training

Essential

• Completion of formal training to meet eligibility as clinical supervisor of Doctoral Trainee Clinical Psychologists.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings including outpatient, community, primary care and inpatient settings.
• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.
• Frequent, protracted sustained and intense concentration
• Show respect and treat people with dignity
• Be able to give bad news sensitively
• Be able to sustain empathy in difficult situations
• Be aware of all interviewees in any situation

Desirable

• Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
• Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts.
• Experience of groupwork

Personal Attributes

Essential

• A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability)
• To transport Psychometric testing equipment

Person Specification Special Knowledge/Skills Essential Good Psychometric Assessment skills Experience of assisting in training of Post Graduate Clinical Psychology Trainees Exceptional communication skills in verbal, non verbal and written modes. Ability to empathise and develop good therapeutic alliance Ability to Formulate Complex processes. Capacity to conduct Psychometric Assessment Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role Keyboard skills Manual Dexterity for conducting tests. Desirable Working with people in Crisis Working on an in-patient Psychiatric ward. Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Qualifications Essential Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Significant Post qualification experience in a Setting relevant to the post HCPC Registration as a Clinical Psychologist. Training Essential Completion of formal training to meet eligibility as clinical supervisor of Doctoral Trainee Clinical Psychologists. Experience Essential Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings including outpatient, community, primary care and inpatient settings. Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse. Frequent, protracted sustained and intense concentration Show respect and treat people with dignity Be able to give bad news sensitively Be able to sustain empathy in difficult situations Be aware of all interviewees in any situation Desirable Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision. Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts. Experience of groupwork Personal Attributes Essential A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) To transport Psychometric testing equipment

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

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Dewsbury District Hospital

8 Fox View

Dewsbury

WF13 4DT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Dewsbury District Hospital

8 Fox View

Dewsbury

WF13 4DT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Part time - 30 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the Core Team, based at Baghill House Health and Wellbeing Centre, Pontefract.

You will be part of a fully established Multi-Disciplinary Team that supports people in the local community on their recovery journey, utilising trauma informed principles.

Main duties of the job

You will work as an autonomous practitioner alongside Senior Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants as well as all other members of the Multi-disciplinary team. There will be an emphasis of working in a trauma informed way, utilising OT Core skills and assessments and an expectation to supervise junior staff and students; gaining PEAP qualification if not already achieved.

You will have opportunities to engage in peer, clinical and managerial supervision. The role will also involve facilitation of Occupational Therapy Groups.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

37.5 hours per week

Hello, I'm Melissa and I'm the Team Manager for the newly formed Learning Disability Pathway here at Barnsley CAMHS.

We have successfully recruited a fantastic multidisciplinary team of Learning Disability Nurses, an Occupational Therapist, a Clinical Psychologist, and Psychiatry colleagues. We are looking for an exceptional Assistant Psychologist to become the final piece of the puzzle. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive, innovative team and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people with learning disabilities and their families.

As an Assistant Psychologist you will deliver high quality, highly specialist care and support to children and young people across Barnsley within the Learning Disability Pathway.

As an Assistant Psychologist you will develop skills in Neurodevelopmental assessments, service evaluation and individual/group based therapeutic interventions.

The successful candidate will have experience of working with children, young people, and/or families within mental health or related services. They will have an understanding of what a learning disability is and the challenges that children, young people, and their families, may experience.

Main duties of the job

You will be supported by and work closely with our Clinical Psychologist, Emily, as well as our wider Psychology Team. This is a varied and rewarding role that offers the opportunity to develop a broad range of clinical and service development skills. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting the completion of Learning Disability Assessments
• Managing a supervised caseload of individual therapeutic interventions
• Undertaking supervised cognitive assessments, Qb testing, and school observations
• Contributing to data collection, service evaluation, audit, and research activities
• Completing behavioural assessments and functional analyses
• Co-facilitating therapeutic groups for parents and carers
• Supporting service-wide pathway calls and our Waiting Well initiatives

We are a close-knit, caring team that is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and professional excellence. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive working environment where staff are encouraged to develop and thrive.

We recognise that working in children's mental health services can be both highly rewarding and emotionally demanding. As such, we place significant importance on staff wellbeing, mutual support, reflective practice, and ongoing professional development.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-B2386

Job locations

Barnsley CAMHS, New Street Health Centre

Upper New Street

Barnsley

S Yorkshire

S70 1LP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.

The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

To support and enhance the professional psychological care of clients within the service, across all sectors of care; providing psychological assessment and psychological interventions under the supervision of a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist, working independently according to a plan agreed with a HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist and within the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures. To assist in clinically related administration, conduct of audits, collection of statistics, and development of audit and / or research projects, teaching and project work.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

Clinical:

1. To undertake protocol based psychological assessments of clients applying psychological theory, including 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.

2. To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological treatment and / or management of a clients problems, under the supervision of a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist.

3. To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups or clinical projects.

4. To work with other staff to assess community patients and review their care in preparation for multi-disciplinary reviews.

5. To assist in the development of a psychological based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, across all settings where care takes place.

6. To attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings.

7. To respect diversity. To treat everyone with dignity and respect and act in ways that acknowledge and recognise peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices.

IT responsibilities (clinical)

1. To use highly developed IT skills.

2. To access knowledge through Internet searches (e.g. Psych.Lit, Medline) to keep up to date with clinical and professional development

3. For the preparation and presentation of materials of effective teaching and training (e.g. power point, graphic representations) to record and analyse data for research and audit (e.g. databases, spreadsheets, statistical analysis packages e.g. SPPS).

4. To create graphs or charts to collate or summarise data on individual interventions or treatment programmes.

5. To assist in producing visual or material or user friendly information for interventions with clients.

Teaching, training and supervision

1. In common with all HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologists, to receive regular clinical supervision in accordance with professional practice guidelines.

2. To gain wider experience of professional psychology within the NHS over and above that provided within the principal service area where the post holder is employed.

3. To develop skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties.

4. To contribute to the training and support of other staff, working within the Service in psychological care.

Management, recruitment and service development

1. To assist in the design and implementation of service development projects with the service as required.

2. To attend meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed.

Research and service evaluation

1. To assist in the design and implementation of audit and research projects.

2. To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes.

3. To undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research to assist HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologists in evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.

Trust Values:

The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects thatall staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must at all times act in accordance with the Trusts Values:

We put the person first and in the centre

We know that families and carers matter

We are respectful, honest, open and transparent

We improve and aim to be outstanding

We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow

Safeguarding:

Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.

Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.

Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:

All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:

ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;

maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;

understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy;

comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;

receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;

understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;

recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;

ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;

comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);

demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;

abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;

work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.

adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;

being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;

Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;

In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.

This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

Job description Job responsibilities JOB SUMMARYThis job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. To support and enhance the professional psychological care of clients within the service, across all sectors of care; providing psychological assessment and psychological interventions under the supervision of a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist, working independently according to a plan agreed with a HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist and within the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures. To assist in clinically related administration, conduct of audits, collection of statistics, and development of audit and / or research projects, teaching and project work.KEY RESULT AREAS:Clinical:1. To undertake protocol based psychological assessments of clients applying psychological theory, including 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. 2. To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological treatment and / or management of a clients problems, under the supervision of a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist.3. To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups or clinical projects. 4. To work with other staff to assess community patients and review their care in preparation for multi-disciplinary reviews. 5. To assist in the development of a psychological based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, across all settings where care takes place.6. To attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings.7. To respect diversity. To treat everyone with dignity and respect and act in ways that acknowledge and recognise peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices.IT responsibilities (clinical)1. To use highly developed IT skills.2. To access knowledge through Internet searches (e.g. Psych.Lit, Medline) to keep up to date with clinical and professional development3. For the preparation and presentation of materials of effective teaching and training (e.g. power point, graphic representations) to record and analyse data for research and audit (e.g. databases, spreadsheets, statistical analysis packages e.g. SPPS).4. To create graphs or charts to collate or summarise data on individual interventions or treatment programmes.5. To assist in producing visual or material or user friendly information for interventions with clients.Teaching, training and supervision1. In common with all HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologists, to receive regular clinical supervision in accordance with professional practice guidelines.2. To gain wider experience of professional psychology within the NHS over and above that provided within the principal service area where the post holder is employed.3. To develop skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties.4. To contribute to the training and support of other staff, working within the Service in psychological care.Management, recruitment and service development1. To assist in the design and implementation of service development projects with the service as required.2. To attend meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed.Research and service evaluation1. To assist in the design and implementation of audit and research projects.2. To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes.3. To undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research to assist HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologists in evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.Trust Values:The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects thatall staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must at all times act in accordance with the Trusts Values: We put the person first and in the centre We know that families and carers matter We are respectful, honest, open and transparent We improve and aim to be outstanding We are relevant today and ready for tomorrowSafeguarding: Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy. Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to: ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns; maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct; understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy; comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually; receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed; understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy; recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity; ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training; comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision); demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement; abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached; work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards. adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds; being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact; Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care. This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Practical experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities and/or psychological/behavioural/ neurological problems.

Desirable

• Experience of paid work in direct care provision, particularly in the care group of the specialty of this post.
• Experience of administering and scoring neuropsychological assessments.

Training

Desirable

• Further post-graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
• An ability to interact effectively with people with mental health problems or learning disabilities.
• Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
• Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.
• Able to travel throughout the catchment area, without unnecessary delays.
• A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).

Desirable

• An interest in working with people with mental health problems.
• A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology.

Qualifications

Essential

• An Honours degree in Psychology (2:1).
• Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society.

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
• Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
• Ability to communicate information which may be perceived as contentious to patients, carers and colleagues in a manner that promotes understanding and acceptance.
• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems, learning disabilities and/or other disabilities.
• An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to health and social service contexts.
• An understanding of psychology applied to health care.

Desirable

• Experience using computers for databases or data-analysis.
• Experience using microcomputers for databases or data analysis especially SPSS for Windows.
• High standard of report writing.

Physical Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Person Specification Experience Essential Practical experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities and/or psychological/behavioural/ neurological problems. Desirable Experience of paid work in direct care provision, particularly in the care group of the specialty of this post. Experience of administering and scoring neuropsychological assessments. Training Desirable Further post-graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis. Personal Attributes Essential An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines. An ability to interact effectively with people with mental health problems or learning disabilities. Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals. Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively. Able to travel throughout the catchment area, without unnecessary delays. A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability). Desirable An interest in working with people with mental health problems. A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology. Qualifications Essential An Honours degree in Psychology (2:1). Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society. Special Knowledge/Skills Essential High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive. Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance. Ability to communicate information which may be perceived as contentious to patients, carers and colleagues in a manner that promotes understanding and acceptance. An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems, learning disabilities and/or other disabilities. An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to health and social service contexts. An understanding of psychology applied to health care. Desirable Experience using computers for databases or data-analysis. Experience using microcomputers for databases or data analysis especially SPSS for Windows. High standard of report writing. Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

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

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Barnsley CAMHS, New Street Health Centre

Upper New Street

Barnsley

S Yorkshire

S70 1LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Barnsley CAMHS, New Street Health Centre

Upper New Street

Barnsley

S Yorkshire

S70 1LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Full time - 37.5 hours per week

We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and skilled Band 6 CAMHS Primary Practitioner to join our Primary Intervention Team within Wakefield CAMHS, on a 1 year fixed term basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the heart of our Single Point of Access (SPA), where youll play a key role in the triage and early intervention pathway helping young people and families to get the right help, at the right time.

You would be joining the team at an exciting time, where we are working collaboratively to review our front door into the service.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated professional with experience in mental health. Youll bring:

- Strong communication and decision-making skills

- Confidence in working independently as well as part of a team

- A calm and empathetic approach in fast paced situations

- A passion for early intervention

We are a supportive and friendly team that values your skills and well-being.

Whether youre looking for a new challenge or embarking on your first Band 6 role, we would love to hear from you!

Calls are encouraged.

We are based at Drury Lane Health and Well-Being Centre in the centre of Wakefield, with a permanent move planned to Fieldhead Hospital from September 2027.

Main duties of the job

Single Point of Access (SPA) Youll be the first point of contact for children, young people, families and professionals. Youll take triage calls, make informed clinical decisions, and offer supportive advice and signposting, helping to support people to navigate what can feel like a daunting system.

2+1 Intervention Youll deliver brief, targeted support through our 2+1 approach. One initial assessment and two focused intervention sessions.

The role would require you to support children, young people and families to get the right support, and make onward referrals either internally within Wakefield CAMHS or to external agencies. You would need to have excellent risk assessment and triage skills, along with making safeguarding referrals where required.

The service is open Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

While this role meets the eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker sponsorship, due to the short-term nature of the contract, the Trust will not be offering sponsorship for this post.

We welcome applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK or are on a visa route that permits employment without sponsorship. Such applications will be considered alongside all others.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Are you passionate about helping young people with mental health problems? Do you have experience of working with Children in Care and their extended networks and are committed to getting the best outcomes for them? If you answer yes to these questions, then Wakefield CAMHS is for you!

We are looking for an experienced and confident Mental Health Practitioner in the Wakefield CAMHS Enhanced Outreach Team. You will work within a busy multidisciplinary team. You must have significant experience and be able to demonstrate your ability to work with young people and their families/carers/networks, particularly Children in Care, who can often present with a range of complex mental health needs. The teams criteria also covers forensic like behaviours including animal cruelty and fire setting.

You must have a range of skills and knowledge to deliver the clinical aspects of the role. You must be able to work as an autonomous practitioner within professional practice guidelines and a structured supervision framework.

Enquires are strongly encouraged. Please contact 01924 316200 and speak with Team Manager Jen Wilson

Please be aware that you must meet all the essential qualification requirements of the role (as described in the person specification) to be considered for interview. You will need to be a registered with a core profession.

Secondment opportunities may be considered for internal candidates.

Main duties of the job

- Hold a caseload of young people with complex mental health concerns to provide therapeutic intervention.

- Attend MDT meetings.

- Liaise with other agencies, such as Social Care Direct, on a regular basis.

- Ensuring documentation and relevant paperwork is up to date and accurate.

- Conduct risk assessments and support young people, carers/parents to manage the risks identified.

- Offer therapeutic intervention to young people on your caseload.

- Support with the duty worker rota (within working hours)

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

While this role meets the eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker sponsorship, due to the short-term nature of the contract, the Trust will not be offering sponsorship for this post.

We welcome applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK or are on a visa route that permits employment without sponsorship. Such applications will be considered alongside all others.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

Are you passionate about helping young people with mental health problems? Are you looking for an opportunity to develop and share your skills and knowledge in mental health? If you answer yes to these questions, then Wakefield Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) is the place for you!

We are looking for an experienced and confident Mental Health Practitioner who is able to work within a busy team. You must have significant and demonstrable experience of working with young people and their families, who can often present with a range of complex mental health needs. You will manage your own caseload, providing a range of high-quality care appropriate to the young persons needs which will include risk assessment and management, consultation and evidence-based interventions.

You must have a comprehensive range of skills and knowledge to deliver clinical aspects of the role in order to be able to provide a range of appropriate clinical interventions and assessment and be competent to do this work as an autonomous practitioner within professional practice guidelines and a structured supervision framework.

Please get in touch with Katie Race (Team Manager) if you would like to know more about the role.

Main duties of the job

As a Mental Health Practitioner in The Core Team within Wakefield CAMHS, the main duties would be as follows:

- Hold and manage a caseload independently.

- Provide thorough risk assessments and care planning.

- Provide therapeutic intervention through both 1:1 work and group work with young people in the locality.

- Provide urgent assessments when required.

- Work in a trauma-informed way.

- Work with other agencies; schools, social care etc.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of children, young people, and their families? If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are seeking a passionate, motivated, and compassionate Band 5 Clinician (Registered Nurse, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist) to join our dynamic ReACH (Crisis) Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dedicated multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and ensuring children and young people remain at the heart of everything we do.

Wakefield CAMHS ReACH Team supports young people, their families, and carers during periods of mental health crisis. We provide support across a range of settings including hospitals, homes, schools, and clinics. The team provides 365 day a year cover working long days 8am-8pm on a shift basis.

We encourage applicants who have experience of working with children/young people with emotional and mental health needs, and experience of practicing in a flexible and adaptable manner.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

Main duties of the job

- You will manage your own caseload, providing high-quality care appropriate to the young persons needs which will include risk assessment and management.

- You will triage new assessments coming into the team and be responsible for taking calls from young people and families presenting in crisis.

- You will need to develop strong working relationships with professionals across the district; therefore, excellent communication/engagement skills are essential.

- You will be committed to improving service delivery and developing new ways of supporting young people and families experiences is crucial to work within the wider CAMHS team.

- You will be supported by the team , offered robust supervision and development opportunities.

- This is a fast-paced role and requires a can-do attitude towards tasks.

- The team offer outreach to those that are difficult to engage, providing intensive support to meet identified need contributing to a reduction in admissions to inpatient provision.

If you would like to be part of the Wakefield CAMHS ReACH Team, we would love to hear from you!

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-W1556

Job locations

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of Specialist CAMHS.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

To work as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive assessment of children, young people and their carers, planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified needs.

To have knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative framework and systems in which childrens mental health care is delivered e.g. Children Act, Mental Health Act and Care Programme Approach.

To contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.

Promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.

Professional

Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of children and young people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.

To be competent in all aspects of care and risk management as defined within appropriate frameworks such as the care programme approach.

To work collaboratively with clients, carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimise and maintain the holistic needs of children and young people with a range of emotional and mental health needs.

Management of enquiries and direct referrals of children and young people in accordance with the service Operational Policy and participates in the in hours Single point of Access rota.

Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.

To be responsible for the safe custody, transportation and administration of any medicines including I.M. preparations.(if appropriate to qualification and / or role )

Education

Provide peer supervision and support to other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify any areas of concern to a senior member of staff.

To have an understanding of and participate in the clinical audit process.

To have an awareness of evidence based practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education of individuals and target group.

To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal development opportunities.

For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Job description Job responsibilities JOB SUMMARYJOB PURPOSE: The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of Specialist CAMHS. KEY RESULT AREAS:To work as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive assessment of children, young people and their carers, planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified needs. To have knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative framework and systems in which childrens mental health care is delivered e.g. Children Act, Mental Health Act and Care Programme Approach. To contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies. Promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people. ProfessionalAssesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of children and young people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action. To be competent in all aspects of care and risk management as defined within appropriate frameworks such as the care programme approach. To work collaboratively with clients, carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimise and maintain the holistic needs of children and young people with a range of emotional and mental health needs. Management of enquiries and direct referrals of children and young people in accordance with the service Operational Policy and participates in the in hours Single point of Access rota. Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements. To be responsible for the safe custody, transportation and administration of any medicines including I.M. preparations.(if appropriate to qualification and / or role ) EducationProvide peer supervision and support to other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify any areas of concern to a senior member of staff. To have an understanding of and participate in the clinical audit process. To have an awareness of evidence based practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education of individuals and target group. To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal development opportunities.For full job description, please see attached supporting documents. We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Person Specification

Training

Essential

• Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.

Desirable

• Relevant Post basic qualification and training.

Special Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
• Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
• Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process
• Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
• Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of audit processes.
• Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment.

Desirable

• Knowledge of audit processes.
• Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment.
• Skills and Knowledge working holistically with children and young people.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work on as part of MDT.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
• Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
• A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
• Reliable and enthusiastic.
• Motivated and resourceful.
• Professional attitude.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist.

Desirable

• Mentorship Qualification or equivalent.
• Expected to work towards practice educator.

Experience

Essential

• Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people / children and young people experiencing mental health problems.
• Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
• Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
• Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions.
• Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.

Desirable

• Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees.
• Experience of working holistically with children and young people with an emphasis on a holistic assessment of emotional and mental health needs alongside coexisting physical and environmental factors that impacts on wellbeing.

Physical Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Person Specification Training Essential Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management. Desirable Relevant Post basic qualification and training. Special Knowledge & Skills Essential Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding. Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance. Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care. Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems. Good written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of audit processes. Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment. Desirable Knowledge of audit processes. Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment. Skills and Knowledge working holistically with children and young people. Personal Attributes Essential Ability to work on as part of MDT. Good communication skills. Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures. Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role. A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours. Reliable and enthusiastic. Motivated and resourceful. Professional attitude. Qualifications Essential Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist. Desirable Mentorship Qualification or equivalent. Expected to work towards practice educator. Experience Essential Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people / children and young people experiencing mental health problems. Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings. Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers. Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions. Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings. Desirable Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees. Experience of working holistically with children and young people with an emphasis on a holistic assessment of emotional and mental health needs alongside coexisting physical and environmental factors that impacts on wellbeing. Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

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

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

22.5 hours per week

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to play a key role in the development, optimisation and maintenance of our Electronic Prescribing Systems and Pharmacy IT systems.

We are seeking a highly motivated, committed and dedicated individual who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The successful candidate will possess excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills, together with strong attention to detail and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities.

As digital innovation continues to be a key priority across the NHS, this role offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of enhancing electronic systems to improve patient safety, service quality and operational efficiency.

If you are passionate about technology, medicines optimisation and improving patient care through digital transformation, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact:

Amanda Morris [email protected]

Lianne Riley [email protected]

Visa sponsorship under the Health and Care Worker visa route can only be considered if the prorated salary meets the minimum threshold of £25,000, as required by the UK Visas and Immigration. Therefore, sponsorship may not be possible depending on working hours.

This is correct at the time of posting, but subject to change in line with the guidance from the Home Office.

Main duties of the job

Working collaboratively across professional groups, the post holder will use their pharmacy technician expertise to support system improvements that enhance patient safety, service quality and operational efficiency.

The role will be responsible for:

Leading and supporting the ongoing development, maintenance and optimisation of Electronic Prescribing and Pharmacy IT systems.

Providing expert pharmacy technician advice to support the safe and effective use of electronic prescribing systems across the Trust.

Supporting the implementation of electronic systems and digital projects in line with Trust programme plans.

Managing and maintaining electronic formularies, working closely with Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), local networks and governance groups to support evidence-based formulary decisions.

Analysing prescribing trends, medicines usage and complex prescribing data to inform service improvement, governance and decision-making.

Producing and presenting reports on medicines usage, system performance, activity and costs to a range of stakeholders.

Identifying opportunities to maximise the use of digital technology to improve efficiency, medicines optimisation and patient safety across pharmacy services.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-QA01522

Job locations

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY RESULT AREAS:

The postholder will:

Support the implementation, maintenance and future development of electronic prescribing systems, working closely with the Pharmacy EPMA team and Trust electronic prescribing project teams.

Be a superuser for electronic prescribing systems, developing routine housekeeping of the system to ensure optimal performance and contributing to the development of business continuity plans.

Support programme plan in areas where electronic systems are being implemented.

Ongoing formulary management, working with ICBs and local networks, understanding prescribing patterns and advising internal governance forums on proposed changes.

Analyse and interpret complex data from the EPMA system to produce reports and communicate this to the wider Trust.

Develop and implement Trust standard operating procedures for the EPMA system.

Liaise with medical, nursing, allied health professionals and support staff to ensure effective use of EPMA.

Assist in the communication of any changes in the prescribing and administration pathways to all affected stakeholders, namely consultants and their teams, nursing staff, pharmacy staff and other health professionals where appropriate.

To offer their knowledge and expertise as a pharmacy technician to support the optimisation and ongoing development of electronic prescribing systems.

1.1Care/service/function provision:

Provide support and timely advice to EPMA users across the organisation.

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals ensuring that EPMA is used efficiently and safely.

Dispensing medication for patients including compliance aids and complex medication regimes.

Perform the final accuracy check of prescriptions

Provides complex information to patients/carers regarding medication including collating medication histories, discussing compliance/adherence issues and providing written information.

Provide clinical support to the pharmacy department where necessary including ward-based activities such as stock top up, supply of medicines, providing clinical advice to patient and/or other healthcare professionals, carrying out medicines assurance audits and completing medicines reconciliation for new admissions.

To undertake clinical audits involving the electronic prescribing systems

To gather feedback from end users to further optimise the system configuration and processes

1.2 Working as part of a Team:

Work alongside the EPMA and systems team in the development, implementation and maintenance of electronic prescribing systems.

Work closely with pharmacy colleagues to support the department to deliver person centred care whilst meeting the service standards and objectives.

Support the pharmacy department through providing accuracy checking cover and clinical support when necessary.

Participate in error reporting, identifying areas where EPMA could prevent reoccurrence.

Support the pharmacy department in attaining the Trusts sustainability agenda through use of digital systems to enable us to move to paper light.

Be a member of the EPMA project board, adhering to robust clinical and operational governance structures and processes around the EPMA system(s).

Support the weekend and bank holiday rota.

1.3 Managing Self:

To work independently and with a level of autonomy on allocated workstreams

Apply clinical knowledge and understanding to help support ongoing use of electronic systems.

Participate in clinical supervision, staying up to date with changes in practice and GPHC standards.

1.4 Management Supervision and Support:

Oversee day-to-day activity when working within pharmacy services

Provide leadership and support and act as a role model to other staff.

Support the training and development of others.

Deliver specific EPMA training to different cohorts of staff, occasionally presenting to large groups.

Support in the recruitment of other pharmacy team members

Deliver first line management responsibilities such as appraisal, performance management and sickness management.

1.5Financial Responsibility:

Ongoing formulary management of EPS system, identifying areas where formulary switches can be made that are cost effective and clinically appropriate for patient group.

• Preparation of reports for costing and usage.

Inputting and interpreting prescribing data and proposing recommendations to internal governance forums on proposed changes.

Approval of e-expenses for direct reports

1.6 Trust Values:

The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects thatall staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values:

• We put the person first and in the centre
• We know that families and carers matter
• We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
• We improve and aim to be outstanding
• We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow

1.7. Safeguarding:

Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.

Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.

1.8 Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:

All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:

ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;

maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;

understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy;

comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;

receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;

understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;

recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;

ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;

comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);

demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;

abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;

work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.

adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;

being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;

Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;

In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.

This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Job description Job responsibilities KEY RESULT AREAS: The postholder will: Support the implementation, maintenance and future development of electronic prescribing systems, working closely with the Pharmacy EPMA team and Trust electronic prescribing project teams. Be a superuser for electronic prescribing systems, developing routine housekeeping of the system to ensure optimal performance and contributing to the development of business continuity plans. Support programme plan in areas where electronic systems are being implemented. Ongoing formulary management, working with ICBs and local networks, understanding prescribing patterns and advising internal governance forums on proposed changes. Analyse and interpret complex data from the EPMA system to produce reports and communicate this to the wider Trust. Develop and implement Trust standard operating procedures for the EPMA system. Liaise with medical, nursing, allied health professionals and support staff to ensure effective use of EPMA. Assist in the communication of any changes in the prescribing and administration pathways to all affected stakeholders, namely consultants and their teams, nursing staff, pharmacy staff and other health professionals where appropriate. To offer their knowledge and expertise as a pharmacy technician to support the optimisation and ongoing development of electronic prescribing systems. 1.1Care/service/function provision: Provide support and timely advice to EPMA users across the organisation. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals ensuring that EPMA is used efficiently and safely. Dispensing medication for patients including compliance aids and complex medication regimes. Perform the final accuracy check of prescriptions Provides complex information to patients/carers regarding medication including collating medication histories, discussing compliance/adherence issues and providing written information. Provide clinical support to the pharmacy department where necessary including ward-based activities such as stock top up, supply of medicines, providing clinical advice to patient and/or other healthcare professionals, carrying out medicines assurance audits and completing medicines reconciliation for new admissions. To undertake clinical audits involving the electronic prescribing systems To gather feedback from end users to further optimise the system configuration and processes1.2 Working as part of a Team: Work alongside the EPMA and systems team in the development, implementation and maintenance of electronic prescribing systems. Work closely with pharmacy colleagues to support the department to deliver person centred care whilst meeting the service standards and objectives. Support the pharmacy department through providing accuracy checking cover and clinical support when necessary. Participate in error reporting, identifying areas where EPMA could prevent reoccurrence. Support the pharmacy department in attaining the Trusts sustainability agenda through use of digital systems to enable us to move to paper light. Be a member of the EPMA project board, adhering to robust clinical and operational governance structures and processes around the EPMA system(s). Support the weekend and bank holiday rota.1.3 Managing Self: To work independently and with a level of autonomy on allocated workstreams Apply clinical knowledge and understanding to help support ongoing use of electronic systems. Participate in clinical supervision, staying up to date with changes in practice and GPHC standards.1.4 Management Supervision and Support: Oversee day-to-day activity when working within pharmacy services Provide leadership and support and act as a role model to other staff. Support the training and development of others. Deliver specific EPMA training to different cohorts of staff, occasionally presenting to large groups. Support in the recruitment of other pharmacy team members Deliver first line management responsibilities such as appraisal, performance management and sickness management.1.5Financial Responsibility: Ongoing formulary management of EPS system, identifying areas where formulary switches can be made that are cost effective and clinically appropriate for patient group. Preparation of reports for costing and usage. Inputting and interpreting prescribing data and proposing recommendations to internal governance forums on proposed changes. Approval of e-expenses for direct reports1.6 Trust Values:The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects thatall staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values: We put the person first and in the centre We know that families and carers matter We are respectful, honest, open and transparent We improve and aim to be outstanding We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow 1.7. Safeguarding: Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy. Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.1.8 Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to: ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns; maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct; understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy; comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually; receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed; understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy; recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity; ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training; comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision); demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement; abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached; work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards. adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds; being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact; Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care. This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Person Specification

Training

Essential

• Accredited Checking Pharmacy technician.
• Additional degree level, specialist knowledge and/or training demonstrated through in house approved frameworks and national training in:
• Pharmacy medicines management systems through medicines optimisation frameworks (in house or NHS England school of medicines optimisation).
• Health and safety including knowledge of medicines storage and medicines handling i.e. COSSH.
• Mental Health including monitoring requirements and knowledge of specialist mental health drugs such as clozapine/lithium.
• Willingness to undertake further training.

Desirable

• NVQ Assessor/Facilitator status
• NVQ Internal verifier status.
• Wakefield Post Graduate Certificate of psychiatric therapies.
• Recent IT qualification/ training.
• CMHP Psych 1/Psych 2 certificate.

Physical Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable and substantial post registration experience of working in a hospital pharmacy environment.
• Experience of managing staff and recruitment processes.
• Experience in the use of IT packages available for pharmacy & patient information systems.
• Experience of working with electronic prescribing systems.
• Experience in conducting audits and interpreting data/producing action plans.
• Understanding of the Patient monitoring requirements and pharmacy role for the supply of Clozapine.
• Experience of writing and reviewing SOPs both for dispensary processes and safe medicines management on ward areas.
• Experience/Knowledge of cost-effective prescribing.

Desirable

• Experience of working with Service level agreements across organizations
• Experience of electronic incident reporting systems such as Datix
• Previous experience of delivering training.
• Experienced in the supply of Clozapine.
• Experience of presenting to other disciplines on pharmacy-based subjects.
• Experience of working in a mental health setting.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with GPhC as practicing pharmacy technician, holding appropriate qualification.
• NVQ/BTEC level 3 in pharmaceutical science or equivalent.
• Leadership and Management qualification i.e. ILM level 3, Mary Seacole etc.
• Post graduate clinical diploma in clinical pharmacy services NVQ level 4 (or equivalent).
• OR to undertake within first year.
• OR
• IM&T qualification at equivalent level.

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Recent experience of dispensing and checking prescriptions within a hospital disensary.
• Ability to produce both written and data reports.
• Experience of incident reporting system and associated reporting.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities and deliver to deadlines.
• Ability to manage information systems.
• Ability to manage difficult and hostile or emotive situations calmly & effectively.
• Team player.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Excellent IT skills.

Desirable

• Up to date knowledge of psychotropic medications.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Empathy with mental illness and understanding of mental health issues, illnesses and treatment.
• Able to use initiative.
• Team player with effective leadership skills.
• Ability to cope with emotional distressing situations.
• Excellent organisational ability.
• Attention to detail.
• Aptitude to learn new skills.
• Experience of managing change and supporting others through the process.
• Ability to work in a secure forensic setting.
• Ability to maintain concentration despite interruptions in a busy environment.
• Commitment to CPD.
• Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working systems within a medium or high secure healthcare environment.

Person Specification Training Essential Accredited Checking Pharmacy technician. Additional degree level, specialist knowledge and/or training demonstrated through in house approved frameworks and national training in: Pharmacy medicines management systems through medicines optimisation frameworks (in house or NHS England school of medicines optimisation). Health and safety including knowledge of medicines storage and medicines handling i.e. COSSH. Mental Health including monitoring requirements and knowledge of specialist mental health drugs such as clozapine/lithium. Willingness to undertake further training. Desirable NVQ Assessor/Facilitator status NVQ Internal verifier status. Wakefield Post Graduate Certificate of psychiatric therapies. Recent IT qualification/ training. CMHP Psych 1/Psych 2 certificate. Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Experience Essential Demonstrable and substantial post registration experience of working in a hospital pharmacy environment. Experience of managing staff and recruitment processes. Experience in the use of IT packages available for pharmacy & patient information systems. Experience of working with electronic prescribing systems. Experience in conducting audits and interpreting data/producing action plans. Understanding of the Patient monitoring requirements and pharmacy role for the supply of Clozapine. Experience of writing and reviewing SOPs both for dispensary processes and safe medicines management on ward areas. Experience/Knowledge of cost-effective prescribing. Desirable Experience of working with Service level agreements across organizations Experience of electronic incident reporting systems such as Datix Previous experience of delivering training. Experienced in the supply of Clozapine. Experience of presenting to other disciplines on pharmacy-based subjects. Experience of working in a mental health setting. Qualifications Essential Registered with GPhC as practicing pharmacy technician, holding appropriate qualification. NVQ/BTEC level 3 in pharmaceutical science or equivalent. Leadership and Management qualification i.e. ILM level 3, Mary Seacole etc. Post graduate clinical diploma in clinical pharmacy services NVQ level 4 (or equivalent). OR to undertake within first year. OR IM&T qualification at equivalent level. Special Knowledge/Skills Essential Recent experience of dispensing and checking prescriptions within a hospital disensary. Ability to produce both written and data reports. Experience of incident reporting system and associated reporting. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage priorities and deliver to deadlines. Ability to manage information systems. Ability to manage difficult and hostile or emotive situations calmly & effectively. Team player. Self-motivated and enthusiastic. Excellent IT skills. Desirable Up to date knowledge of psychotropic medications. Personal Attributes Essential Empathy with mental illness and understanding of mental health issues, illnesses and treatment. Able to use initiative. Team player with effective leadership skills. Ability to cope with emotional distressing situations. Excellent organisational ability. Attention to detail. Aptitude to learn new skills. Experience of managing change and supporting others through the process. Ability to work in a secure forensic setting. Ability to maintain concentration despite interruptions in a busy environment. Commitment to CPD. Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role. Desirable Previous experience of working systems within a medium or high secure healthcare environment.

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

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

30 hours per week - previous applicants need not apply

We are looking to appoint an experienced and motivated admin team leader to lead and manage a team of secretarial and admin staff based within the Central Functions Team at Kendray Hospital.

The duties within this opportunity are diverse and demanding and they will require an individual who is dynamic and driven, enjoys a challenge and has the ability to provide continuity of service whilst critiquing, introducing and promoting changes to working practices.

If you possess previous supervisory / management and organisational skills and have the qualifications and experience required to guide and direct people and processes; then this opportunity may be of particular interest to you.

At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.

We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

Main duties of the job

The role will primarily support admin staff within our Central Functions Team based within Kendray Hospital Barnsley. This will be supported through strong development plans, team working and examination of structures. The successful candidate will be directly responsible for managing staff and therefore will possess HR Management skills and will have previously held a supervisory role.

Our administrative team support clinical colleagues in the delivery of a quality patient experience. You will help to lead in the ongoing development of a full and comprehensive administrative support service within Barnsleys Physical Health and Wellbeing Care Group and the Central Functions Team. By joining the existing team, you will become a strong team player and assist us to further develop our team.

The successful candidate will be educated to NVQ level 4 in Business Admin or possess an equivalent qualification or experience in a relevant discipline. It is essential that you have the ability to work flexibly, and the post holder may be expected to work at other locations within the area. As such a car driver with regular access to a car is essential.

This post is 30 hours per week, 7 hours 30 mins per day over 4 days working 9am to 5pm.

For further information please contact Sandra Lewis, Community and Hospital Business Admin Manager on 01226 644289 or Ann Beever, Administration Manager on 01226 644286

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

Are you an experienced Mental Health Practitioner looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people within the Kirklees area? Would you like to be part of a diverse and innovative service who offer mental health support in an educational setting?

We are seeking applicants to join our Mental Health Support Team who cover the schools and colleges in Kirklees. This is an exciting time to join our team who deliver evidence based interventions to children within our schools with mild to moderate mental health conditions. Focusing on early intervention we also provide training and workshops to schools using the whole school approach, which enables schools to provide a culture of wellbeing for all their pupils.

You will be part of a supportive and resilient team within a trust which places staff health and wellbeing at the top of its agenda. Our team sits within our CAMHS service which means that we can provide expert CPD opportunities, further training and supervision from a diverse range of experienced practitioners.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

Main duties of the job

This role would suit an experienced health care professional with experience in assessing and working with young people with mild- moderate mental health concerns and preferably experience delivering CBT interventions and delivery of supervision.

As a band 6 mental health practitioner you will be expected to confidently manage a caseload of young people including triaging, consulting with schools/ parents and assessing CYP with a range of mental health issues and making decisions as to what support they may need.

You will support the senior leadership team and be involved with service development of the MHST, taking initiative to identify opportunities to improve the service.

You will be expected to draw on your experience to lead case management supervision and supervise the junior staff within the team.

You will be able to make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the services referral protocols, refer unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

Is CAMHS your passion? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

We are looking to recruit a band 5 community occupational therapist to join our team. We are a specialist eating disorders team working with children and young people (CYP). The team is made up of OTs, mental health practitioners, psychiatrists, children's nurses, dieticians and social workers

We are looking for a qualified Occupational Therapist with an interest in CYP, eating disorders to join our team. You will work with CYP and their families in their own homes, and the community providing 1:1 intervention to promote occupation and functioning. The team have a range of therapeutic groups, and you will also be involved in facilitating the running of these groups

Experience in children and young persons services would be advantageous but is not essential. We welcome occupational therapists who want to begin working in this specialty.

You should be able to demonstrate considerable mental health skills and knowledge. An experience of working with Children and Young people facing eating difficulties is desirable, this can be transferrable skills from prior clinical experience

The team is based between Airedale Health Centre in Castleford and Drury Lane Health Centre in Wakefield. However you will work in different community settings across the Wakefield District and the 5 towns. Being a car driver is essential due to the potential distance required to travel when completing home/clinic-visits.

Main duties of the job

As part of the role you will be responsible for the assessment of young people presenting with difficulties associated with eating disorder. You will hold a caseload within which you will deliver evidence informed care to assist the young person and family through recovery.

The successful candidates will need to develop good working relationships with key professionals across the district; therefore excellent communication and engagement skills are essential. A commitment to improving service delivery and developing new ways of supporting children, young people and families experiences is crucial to work within the wider CAMHS team. In return we will provide a comprehensive induction programme, regular clinical and management supervision.

The service operates Monday-Friday; 9am-5pm however successful applicants would be expected to have the flexibility to work occasional extended hours to facilitate service effectiveness.

Applicants must be caring and non-judgmental to engage CYP and their families at this extremely sensitive time. Applicants must have excellent clinical skills, confidence and enthusiasm for working with CYP partner agencies in networks that extend beyond traditional specialist mental health boundaries.

For further discussion about the role, please do not hesitate to contact. Jess Merrin, clinical lead on 01924 316200 .Visits to the team are welcomed and strongly encouraged!

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

37.5 hours per week - two years fixed term

Are you interested in becoming a Pharmacy Technician?

Hi, I'm Sarah and have worked as part of the trust wide pharmacy team for the last 11 years. We are a close-knit, supportive team and thats what makes it a great place to work. We all care about our team and the people we support both in hospital and in community.

If you like the idea of working in this environment, we have an exciting apprenticeship opportunity for you to join us. The post is based at Fieldhead Hospital Pharmacy in Wakefield, with visits to our sites in Barnsley, Dewsbury, Halifax and Huddersfield.

The successful candidate will undertake a 2-year fixed term, level 3 apprenticeship contract giving them an opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge to register as a Pharmacy Technician, on successful completion of the course.

Candidates need to possess a minimum of 4 GCSEs or equivalent at grade 4 (grade C) or above, including Maths, English and Science.

The starting salary for this post is NHS Band 3 equivalent £24,937 dependant on previous NHS service.

The post will not attract a work permit; applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you to pursue a career in Pharmacy, we look forward to receiving your application.

If you would like more details or to come for an informal visit, please contact: Sarah Smith([email protected]).

Main duties of the job

Our Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician will be provided with training over a 2-year period covering inpatient and community mental health, learning disability and wellbeing services across Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. As well as an opportunity for placements in an acute trust and community pharmacy.

You will help support the dispensary team at Fieldhead Hospital and Pharmacy teams, across the Trust, provide Pharmacy services to in-patients, out-patients and clinics.

On successful completion of their first year, the successful candidate will provide a pharmacy service to the ward environment. Full training and support will be given.

This is a full-time post and includes day release for college, via a blended learning approach, during term time. In addition, allocated study time is provided in the workplace.

The successful candidate will become part of a friendly and professional Pharmacy Team, supporting different specialities in acute mental health, forensic and rehabilitation settings.

At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.

We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-QA01517

Job locations

Pharmacy, Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

W Yorkshire

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

Train to be a registered Pharmacy Technician over a 2-year period undertaking Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Standard level 3. This includes competency-based training, assessment in the workplace and studying the underpinning knowledge requirements through an accredited training provider, to gain the Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians allowing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

KEY RESULT AREAS:

The postholder will:

Work as part of the Trust wide pharmacy team.

Participate in the full range of pharmaceutical services at the Trust.

Contribute to the smooth running of the department, including where necessary cover for other staff.

• Dispense clinically validated prescriptions, accurately and perform a 3-way check on the items prior to placing on the bench for a final accuracy check.

Issue medication against a stock order/picking list.

Involvement in efficient stock control and stock management systems for the dispensary, wards, and departments, including stocktaking.

Assist in the ordering process for medicines and consumables.

Involvement in stock discrepancies and shortages, liaising with colleagues to help rectify.

Reception duties including answering the phone and hatch in a timely manner.

• Maintain accurate records including the use of computer equipment.

Communicate effectively with service users, visitors, colleagues, other health professionals and external suppliers.

Work at other localities, for training purposes when necessary.

Demonstrate your role to other staff, as appropriate.

Maintain safe systems of work, including fire safety, department, and Trust safety policies.

Follow standard operating procedures.

Fully participate in the learning agreement including any learning and study experiences offered.

Promote the professional image of Pharmacy, both within the Trust and when studying with the learning provider.

Upon completion of the course and training scheme be eligible for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties that fall within the grade of the job, in discussion with the manager.

KEY RESULT AREAS

The Apprentice will progress to the second year on successful completion of the first year. This placement is subject to a learning agreement which sets out the terms and conditions of this placement.

The Apprentice will undertake the necessary training to complete the Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Standard Level 3 with the support of an accredited training provider via a blended learning approach. Following this, the apprentice will be able to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

TRUST VALUES

The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g., service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect always. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values:

We put the person first and in the centre.

We know that families and carers matter.

We are respectful, honest, open, and transparent.

We improve and aim to be outstanding.

We are relevant for today and ready for tomorrow.

SAFEGUARDING

Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.

Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.

TRUST POLICIES AND COMMITMENTS (to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy)

All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:

Ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns.

Maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct.

understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy

Comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually.

Receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed.

Understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy.

Recognise, respect, and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity.

Ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training.

Comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e., CPD, Audit, Supervision);

Demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team, and service wide quality improvement.

Abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached.

Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.

Adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds.

Being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact.

Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly.

In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.

This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Job description Job responsibilities JOB SUMMARYTrain to be a registered Pharmacy Technician over a 2-year period undertaking Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Standard level 3. This includes competency-based training, assessment in the workplace and studying the underpinning knowledge requirements through an accredited training provider, to gain the Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians allowing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).KEY RESULT AREAS:The postholder will: Work as part of the Trust wide pharmacy team. Participate in the full range of pharmaceutical services at the Trust. Contribute to the smooth running of the department, including where necessary cover for other staff. Dispense clinically validated prescriptions, accurately and perform a 3-way check on the items prior to placing on the bench for a final accuracy check. Issue medication against a stock order/picking list. Involvement in efficient stock control and stock management systems for the dispensary, wards, and departments, including stocktaking. Assist in the ordering process for medicines and consumables. Involvement in stock discrepancies and shortages, liaising with colleagues to help rectify. Reception duties including answering the phone and hatch in a timely manner. Maintain accurate records including the use of computer equipment. Communicate effectively with service users, visitors, colleagues, other health professionals and external suppliers. Work at other localities, for training purposes when necessary. Demonstrate your role to other staff, as appropriate. Maintain safe systems of work, including fire safety, department, and Trust safety policies. Follow standard operating procedures. Fully participate in the learning agreement including any learning and study experiences offered. Promote the professional image of Pharmacy, both within the Trust and when studying with the learning provider. Upon completion of the course and training scheme be eligible for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties that fall within the grade of the job, in discussion with the manager.KEY RESULT AREASThe Apprentice will progress to the second year on successful completion of the first year. This placement is subject to a learning agreement which sets out the terms and conditions of this placement.The Apprentice will undertake the necessary training to complete the Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Standard Level 3 with the support of an accredited training provider via a blended learning approach. Following this, the apprentice will be able to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council. TRUST VALUESThe Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g., service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect always. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values: We put the person first and in the centre. We know that families and carers matter. We are respectful, honest, open, and transparent. We improve and aim to be outstanding. We are relevant for today and ready for tomorrow.SAFEGUARDING Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy. Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.TRUST POLICIES AND COMMITMENTS (to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy)All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to: Ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns. Maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct. understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy Comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually. Receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed. Understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy. Recognise, respect, and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity. Ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training. Comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e., CPD, Audit, Supervision); Demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team, and service wide quality improvement. Abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached. Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards. Adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds. Being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact. Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly.In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care. This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached. All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients. We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Person Specification

Physical Attributes

Essential

• A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.

Training

Essential

• Must be willing to complete Level 3 Diploma.
• Able to register with GPhC on completion of training.

Experience

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a hospital / community pharmacy.

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Work in a professional manner.
• Good keyboard skills.
• Ability to work accurately.
• Good organisational skills for self and tasks.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good time management skills.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Pharmacy services.
• Awareness of health and safety issues.
• Analytical skills.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Committed to work/study.
• Organised.
• Self-motivated.
• Enthusiastic.
• Team player.
• Aware of, and able to work within own limitations. Seeks help/advice when needed.
• Flexible and adaptable.

Qualifications

Essential

• 4 GCSEs Grade 4 or above to include Maths, English and Science.

Desirable

• IT qualification.
• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services.

Trust Values

Essential

• Be open, honest, respectful, and transparent.

Desirable

• Involve service users, carers and families in their care as needed.

Person Specification Physical Attributes Essential A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. Training Essential Must be willing to complete Level 3 Diploma. Able to register with GPhC on completion of training. Experience Desirable Previous experience of working in a hospital / community pharmacy. Special Knowledge/Skills Essential Work in a professional manner. Good keyboard skills. Ability to work accurately. Good organisational skills for self and tasks. Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Good time management skills. Computer literate. Ability to work under pressure. Desirable Knowledge of Pharmacy services. Awareness of health and safety issues. Analytical skills. Personal Attributes Essential Committed to work/study. Organised. Self-motivated. Enthusiastic. Team player. Aware of, and able to work within own limitations. Seeks help/advice when needed. Flexible and adaptable. Qualifications Essential 4 GCSEs Grade 4 or above to include Maths, English and Science. Desirable IT qualification. NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services. Trust Values Essential Be open, honest, respectful, and transparent. Desirable Involve service users, carers and families in their care as needed.

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

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Pharmacy, Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

W Yorkshire

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Pharmacy, Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

W Yorkshire

WF1 3SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

37.5 hours per week

Hi, Im Shani the team manager, and Im really pleased youre looking at this opportunity. The Community Enhancing Recovery Team (CERT) was est in 2023 and offer intensive support to service users within the Enhanced Pathway. The Main focus of the service was to assist people who are in longer term hospital back into the community. The team have now expanded to include people who are being considered for locked rehabilitation, the aim here is to actively increase their support in the community & to avoid admission. Working with the care coordinators, the right candidate will provide additional support for the person.

We are looking for a support worker to join the team,

If you are a support worker that is passionate about providing care a service user population, that have longer term, complex needs and often find themselves stuck in their journey to recovery.

Please get in touch with me, Shani Robinson 07979690213 [email protected].

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

Main duties of the job

The support workers role in the team would be to work with other members of the MDT to create and deliver care.

The support worker will be using their skills & knowledge to help prevent admission and implement rehabilitation at home away from locked rehabilitation units.

The most important skills necessary are that you are caring & compassionate & have the patience & ability to listen to the person goals & aspirations. You have to want to make a difference to someones life who has complex emotional needs & to work with them in a trauma informed way. The role will require you to create links with local community groups & to work as a collaborative part of the MDT around the person.

You will also be required to input into care reviews meetings and you may also be required to in reach to local inpatient units and locked rehabilitation units.

If you would like to more information, please contact Shani Robinson for more details.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

37.5 hours per week

Are you a motivated, forward-thinking Therapy Assistant looking to make a real difference in your community?

Join our Neighbourhood Rehabilitation Service (NRS) which encompasses the Intermediate Care team & Long-Term Condition Pathway working across Barnsley Community.

The team provides rehabilitation to patients in their own home & residential care settings.

The service provides specialist community therapy assessment & treatment to improve health & independence. In addition, the service offers rehabilitation to enable earlier discharge from hospital or to prevent hospital admission.

The successful applicant will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside Physiotherapists & Occupational therapists across our Neighbourhood Teams.

Following initial assessment by a registered health care professional, you will exercise initiative & judgement in contributing to enabling service users to reach their potential & develop knowledge to promote holistic care. You will also be responsible for co-ordinating the duty rota, distributing shifts & daily visits to support workers within the team.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

Main duties of the job

As Therapy Assistant you will:

Work in close liaison with wider MDT, excellent communication & time management skills are essential

Provide high standards of safe & compassionate care to people that maximises their rehabilitation potential

Participate in training, education, & clinical supervision to develop skills & knowledge & apply continuous reflection on own practice

Possess high levels of communication skills & excellent interpersonal skills

Be committed to teamwork & delivering high quality patient care

Exercise a degree of independence, under supervision, using your initiative & judgment when delivering tasks

Develop & maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people & ensure the care experienced is positive & service user safety is maintained

Support & motivate patients to participate in their rehabilitation

The use of a vehicle to undertake any necessary travel in connection with the duties of the post is essential

Hours of work will include weekends & bank holidays

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Are you passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities and committed to improving their quality of life?

Would you be interested to be part of a thriving multi-disciplinary health team?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Clinical Psychology Assistant Practitioner to join the Wakefield Adult Community Learning Disabilities Health Service.

You will join an experienced, well-established and committed specialist multi-disciplinary team who are based in Wakefield. The Team consists of a comprehensive multi-disciplinary team including psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, learning disability nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapist, speech & language therapists, dietician, therapy assistants and healthcare support workers. The Team works together to support individuals aged 18 and over with diagnosed learning disabilities and their families/carers.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be part of a multi-disciplinary community learning disability health team working with adults with learning disabilities in Wakefield. As well as clinical psychology, the team is comprised of occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, nursing physiotherapy and psychiatry.

The post is supervised by qualified clinical psychologist and involves direct assessment, formulation and intervention work with service users, as well as indirect working with family-carers and staff teams. You will also be involved in audit, service development and clinical governance. The service has close links with the local clinical psychology doctorate course at Leeds, and we regularly take trainees on placement.

We are looking for a highly motivated, psychology graduate with a positive and progressive outlook who aspires to provide the best standard of care and support for service users.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.

We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed assistant psychologist who will contribute to the existing team of psychological professionals. (sitting within the Calderdale Core Team), providing a secondary care psychological service to the working age adult population within the Calderdale locality. The Calderdale Core team is a collaborative adult mental health team, comprised of mental health nurses, occupational therapists, psychiatrists, support workers and clinical and counselling psychologists and psychotherapists. We are embracing trauma informed practice and exciting developments in mental health community transformation.

Within your role your role, you will support psychological professionals in the delivery of direct psychological therapy (particularly group work) as well as offering some direct 1-1 work. You will also support psychological ways of working across the Core team.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

Main duties of the job

The person appointed will have a psychology degree (2.1 minimum and eligible for graduate basis for charted membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society) or a masters degree in psychology. Experience of working with people who experience mental health difficulties, learning difficulties or psychological/behavioural problems is essential. A basic understanding of psychopathology and ability/experience in interviewing clients is required. Knowledge of research methodology, computer literacy, experience of data analysis, and a high level of written communication skills are required.

The service has good access to the regional post qualification training scheme and good links with the University of Leeds Doctoral Training course in clinical psychology, to which it regularly provides clinical placements to doctoral trainees.

For further information, please contact Dr Ruth Hunter (Principal Clinical Psychologist) or Jo Robinson (Consultant Clinical Psychologist) on 01422 262377.

Please note that if there is a high volume of applications received, we reserve the right to close this advert early.

At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements (salary threshold or occupational requirements) set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, unfortunately we are unable to sponsor anyone on a visa for this role at this moment in time.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 5 Dietitian to join our busy Community Nutrition & Dietetics Service in Barnsley, for 1 year from November 2026 (fixed term contract) on a part time basis (17.5hours/week).

The post is varied and interesting, covering a range of community dietetics including community clinics, care homes and people who are housebound. The caseload includes nutrition support & general dietetics.

Our team is friendly and welcoming, supporting each other to provide the best nutritional care for the people of Barnsley.

You will need excellent team working, communication, organisation and time management skills, as well as be able to demonstrate a commitment to CPD.

This is a community-based role; applicants must have a driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes. A contribution to the training of student dietitians is also expected.

Visa sponsorship under the Health and Care Worker visa route can only be considered if the prorated salary meets the minimum threshold of £25,000, as required by the UK Visas and Immigration. Therefore, sponsorship is not possible due to the working hours.

We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 5 Community Dietitian you will:

Manage a caseload requiring dietetic intervention in the community this may include a range of settings such as care homes, clinics and patients own homes.

Be able to provide dietetic assessment and intervention for a range of conditions including nutrition support and general dietetics

Work as a part of our team of dietitians and dietetic assistants.

Have a patient centred approach in line with our Trust values

Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service

Possess excellent communication/interpersonal skills to negotiate and build rapport with patients, carers and families.

Work with key members of multidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide individualised advice, support & care plans to patients

Demonstrate excellent time management, prioritisation & organisational skills

Participate in education & staff development, clinical supervision and the delivery of dietetic student training

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-B2373

Job locations

Cudworth LIFT

Carlton Street

Barnsley

S Yorkshire

S72 8ST

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.

The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

Job Purpose

1. Assess patients, develop care plans, advise and monitor patients progress for a range of conditions in inpatient and outpatient settings.

2. To be responsible for advice to staff, patients and carers

Core Duties & repsonsibilities

Clinical

1. To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of own work including the management of patients in your care

2. To undertake clinical assessment and treatment of own caseload of patients including calculation of individual diets and enteral feeding regimens where appropriate

3. Monitor and review individual treatment plans as required according to patients clinical condition to provide the most effective and efficient outcomes for patients.

4. Organise, produce, deliver and evaluate training on nutrition and dietetics related issues other health service staff and patients and carers

5. To communicate effectively with patients carers, members of the multidisciplinary team and other agencies to achieve patient centred goals

6. To produce and update dietetic/nutritional teaching materials and therapeutic diet sheets.

Professional

1. To be responsible for maintaining own professional development through a variety of CPD activities and reflective practice

2. To assist senior clinicians with the supervision, training and induction of student dietitians, dietetic assistants and newly appointed staff when necessary

3. To contribute to audit and development and implementation of clinical standards/policies/outcome measures within the department.

4. Respond to nutritional queries from other health professionals and the general public.

5. To keep accurate and comprehensive records in accordance with trust and dietetic department standards, including computer based data entry.

6. To adhere to Trust and dietetic department standards/policies and procedures. Including Trust and area specific appraisal and clinical supervision

7. To ensure that equipment such as enteral feeding pumps is used safely by staff, patients and carers.

8. Work closely with immediate dietetic colleagues and team leader to provide a comprehensive and cohesive dietetic service.

9. Develop and maintain links with other Dietitians, through local, regional and national networks.

10. To work collaboratively with service users, catering staff and facilities monitoring co-ordinators to ensure that menus meet the nutritional, cultural and ethical needs of service users.

11. The post holder holder is expected to cover the duties of colleagues in posts within the range of the post holders knowledge and skills.

Trust Values:

The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects thatall staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must at all times act in accordance with the Trusts Values:

We put the person first and in the centre

We know that families and carers matter

We are respectful, honest, open and transparent

We improve and aim to be outstanding

We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow

Safeguarding:

Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.

Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.

Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:

All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:

ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;

maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;

understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy;

comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;

receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;

understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;

recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;

ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;

comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);

demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;

abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;

work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.

adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;

being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;

Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;

In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.

This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

Job description Job responsibilities JOB SUMMARYThis job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. KEY RESULT AREAS:Job Purpose1. Assess patients, develop care plans, advise and monitor patients progress for a range of conditions in inpatient and outpatient settings. 2. To be responsible for advice to staff, patients and carersCore Duties & repsonsibilitiesClinical1. To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of own work including the management of patients in your care2. To undertake clinical assessment and treatment of own caseload of patients including calculation of individual diets and enteral feeding regimens where appropriate 3. Monitor and review individual treatment plans as required according to patients clinical condition to provide the most effective and efficient outcomes for patients. 4. Organise, produce, deliver and evaluate training on nutrition and dietetics related issues other health service staff and patients and carers5. To communicate effectively with patients carers, members of the multidisciplinary team and other agencies to achieve patient centred goals6. To produce and update dietetic/nutritional teaching materials and therapeutic diet sheets.Professional1. To be responsible for maintaining own professional development through a variety of CPD activities and reflective practice 2. To assist senior clinicians with the supervision, training and induction of student dietitians, dietetic assistants and newly appointed staff when necessary3. To contribute to audit and development and implementation of clinical standards/policies/outcome measures within the department.4. Respond to nutritional queries from other health professionals and the general public.5. To keep accurate and comprehensive records in accordance with trust and dietetic department standards, including computer based data entry.6. To adhere to Trust and dietetic department standards/policies and procedures. Including Trust and area specific appraisal and clinical supervision7. To ensure that equipment such as enteral feeding pumps is used safely by staff, patients and carers.8. Work closely with immediate dietetic colleagues and team leader to provide a comprehensive and cohesive dietetic service.9. Develop and maintain links with other Dietitians, through local, regional and national networks.10. To work collaboratively with service users, catering staff and facilities monitoring co-ordinators to ensure that menus meet the nutritional, cultural and ethical needs of service users.11. The post holder holder is expected to cover the duties of colleagues in posts within the range of the post holders knowledge and skills. Trust Values:The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects thatall staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must at all times act in accordance with the Trusts Values: We put the person first and in the centre We know that families and carers matter We are respectful, honest, open and transparent We improve and aim to be outstanding We are relevant today and ready for tomorrowSafeguarding: Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy. Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to: ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns; maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct; understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy; comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually; receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed; understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy; recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity; ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training; comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision); demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement; abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached; work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards. adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds; being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact; Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care. This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

Person Specification

Physical Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc/MSc or Post-graduate Diploma in Dietetics.
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Desirable

• Evidence of other post-registration education and training.

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Can communicate specialist dietetic information in an understandable form to patients and carers on a one to one or group basis, and in written form.
• Can demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work effectively as part of dietetic and multidisciplinary team.
• Skilled in counselling and behaviour change techniques.
• Able to assess and treat patients requiring dietetic intervention and to monitor and adapt dietetic treatment as appropriate.
• Computer literate in Microsoft PowerPoint internet and Word.

Desirable

• Presentation/teaching skills.
• Audit skills.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a therapy setting across the health community (inpatients and outpatients).

Desirable

• Experience of training student dieticians.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrate commitment to professional and personal development. Able to reflect on clinical practice to enhance competency.
• Able to work independently and using own initiative
• Use time management skills to effectively organise, prioritise and manage a demanding caseload that may be subject to unforeseen changes.
• Able to make informed clinical and non-clinical decisions under pressure.
• Confident, enthusiastic, committed and displays proactive approach.
• Adaptable and flexible around working times and practices including evening and weekend work where necessary.
• Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role.

Desirable

• Member of British Dietetic Association.

Training

Essential

• Demonstrate a willingness to undertake training as relevant to the role.

Desirable

• Appropriate membership to specialist dietetic interest group/s.
• Behaviour change training level 1.
• Clinical supervisory skills course.

Person Specification Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Qualifications Essential BSc/MSc or Post-graduate Diploma in Dietetics. Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Desirable Evidence of other post-registration education and training. Special Knowledge/Skills Essential Can communicate specialist dietetic information in an understandable form to patients and carers on a one to one or group basis, and in written form. Can demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. Able to work effectively as part of dietetic and multidisciplinary team. Skilled in counselling and behaviour change techniques. Able to assess and treat patients requiring dietetic intervention and to monitor and adapt dietetic treatment as appropriate. Computer literate in Microsoft PowerPoint internet and Word. Desirable Presentation/teaching skills. Audit skills. Experience Essential Experience of working in a therapy setting across the health community (inpatients and outpatients). Desirable Experience of training student dieticians. Personal Attributes Essential Demonstrate commitment to professional and personal development. Able to reflect on clinical practice to enhance competency. Able to work independently and using own initiative Use time management skills to effectively organise, prioritise and manage a demanding caseload that may be subject to unforeseen changes. Able to make informed clinical and non-clinical decisions under pressure. Confident, enthusiastic, committed and displays proactive approach. Adaptable and flexible around working times and practices including evening and weekend work where necessary. Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role. Desirable Member of British Dietetic Association. Training Essential Demonstrate a willingness to undertake training as relevant to the role. Desirable Appropriate membership to specialist dietetic interest group/s. Behaviour change training level 1. Clinical supervisory skills course.

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

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Cudworth LIFT

Carlton Street

Barnsley

S Yorkshire

S72 8ST

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Cudworth LIFT

Carlton Street

Barnsley

S Yorkshire

S72 8ST

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 6 Dietitian to join our busy Community Nutrition & Dietetics Service in Barnsley, full time on a permanent basis.

The post is varied and interesting, covering a range of community dietetics including community clinics, care homes and people who are housebound. The caseload predominantly includes nutrition support (including providing specialist dietetic intervention to patients on our Stroke Recovery Unit at Kendray Hospital), alongside some general dietetic clinics, with the opportunity to gain some experience in enteral feeding and paediatrics.

Our team is friendly and welcoming, supporting each other to provide the best nutritional care for the people of Barnsley.

You will need excellent team working, communication, organisation and time management skills, as well as be able to demonstrate a commitment to CPD.

This is a community-based role; applicants must have a driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes. A contribution to the training of student dietitians is also expected.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 6 Community Dietitian you will:

Manage a caseload requiring complex dietetic intervention in different settings including the Stroke Recovery Unit, care homes, clinics and patients own homes.

Be able to provide dietetic assessment and intervention for a range of conditions including nutrition support and general dietetics

Work as a part of our team of dietitians and dietetic assistants.

Have a patient centred approach in line with our Trust values

Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service

Possess excellent communication/interpersonal skills to negotiate and build rapport with patients, carers and families.

Work with key members of multidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide individualised advice, support & care plans to patients

Demonstrate excellent time management, prioritisation & organisational skills

Participate in education & staff development, clinical supervision and the delivery of dietetic student training

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-B2374

Job locations

Cudworth LIFT

Carlton Street

Barnsley

S Yorkshire

S72 8ST

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Scope of the Nutrition and Dietetic Service

To deliver a nutrition & dietetic service in a sensitive, ethical and professional manner to service users and carers in the Barnsley area of the South West Yorkshire Partnersship NHS Foundation Trust. To provide specialist advice to the Trust and support staff in the delivery of the Food & Nutrition Policies.

JOB SUMMARY

To establish a clinical caseload within an agreed service area that is responsive to patient needs and Trust expectations.

To provide specialist nutrition assessment and care plans for service users .

To support the implementation of the Trust Food and Nutrition Policies.

To contribute in the update and implementation of service standards, policies and procedures.

To participate in the monitoring of service performance through regular audit.

To supervise and support junior colleagues.

To participate in training of dietetic students and health care professionals in specified areas of nutrition and dietetics.

To be actively involved in continuing professional development.

This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.

The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

Clinical

1. To be responsible for the specialist assessment and care planning of the nutritional needs of service users.

2 To provide evidence based dietetic intervention and monitor outcome, working within the Health Professional Council (HPC) Standards of Conduct and British Dietetic Association (BDA) Professional Standards.

3. To participate in the care programme approach, case conferences, MDT meetings and ward rounds. Providing specialist nutritional advice and appropriate nutrition care plans.

4. To assess learning needs, barriers and educational ability of service users and carers in order to provide suitable nutrition education resources.

5. To promote and participate in multi-disciplinary team working, to facilitate recovery and healthy lifestyle choices in independent or supported living settings.

6. To participate in the development and evaluation of nutrition and dietetic resources ensuring that the information is current and consistent with the diverse needs of service users, carers and staff.

7. To communicate with service users and carers using the most appropriate verbal and non-verbal methods, which respect their views, autonomy and culture.

8. To seek service user/carer involvement in care planning and obtain feedback on service delivery.

9. To contribute to the achievement of CQC Fundament Standards of Care.

10. To maintain complete, accurate and defensible clinical records commensurate with the policies and standards of the Trust, Nutrition & Dietetic Service and Dietetic profession.

11. To record daily activity using the Trusts IT network (RIO) maintaining Caldicott principles to ensure data security.

12. To participate in clinical supervision at both uni and multi-professional level.

13. To accompany the SOAD (Second Opinion Doctor) for purposes of mental health assessments and treatment, when requested.

Operational Management

1. To participate in the development of nutrition and dietetic service and the achievement of key objectives.

2. To support the implementation of the Trust Food and Nutrition Policies.

3. To ensure where possible that service users are involved in service planning.

4. To contribute to the development and evaluation of care pathways within clinical services

5. To participate in the development of clinical standards of practice for the Nutrition and Dietetic Service within specifically identified Trust clinical services.

6. To work collaboratively with service user, care staff, catering staff and facilities monitoring co-ordinator to ensure that menus meet the nutritional, cultural and ethical needs of service users.

7. To supervise and support junior colleagues.

8. To practice in accordance with the Heath and Safety Policies, considering aspects of risk management.

Education, Training and Health Promotion

1. To assess the learning needs of specific service user/carergroups and provide group or individual education/health promotion sessions where appropriate.

2. To plan, deliver and evaluate appropriate nutrition and education training programmes to carers and staff.

3. To plan health promotion events in various settings to raise awareness of the importance of nutrition to service users, carers and staff.

4. To lead in the nutrition component of multi-disciplinary healthy living groups for service users and carers.

5. To provide specialist knowledge and staff learning opportunities in the work place.

5. To support the learning programme of student dietitians on clinical placement.

6. To participate in service induction programme.

Research and Development

1. To promote and participate in practice development, evaluation, audit and research activities to implement evidence based practice.

2. To share and disseminate research findings with professional colleagues in the interest of evidence based practice development.

3. To contribute to the production of clinical standards and outcome measures and audit clinical effectiveness.

4. To contribute to Essence of Care Nutrition benchmarking, achievement of CQC and CQUIN standards, monitoring of Food & Nutrition Policies.

Professional Development

1. To maintain registration as Dietitian with Health Professional Council (HPC).

2. To participate in the Trust KSF development review process and agree an annual development plan and work objectives.

3. To maintain commitment to ongoing professional development through participation in internal and external development opportunities identified in supervision and Trust development review process.

4. To provide annual evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) and professional portfolio.

5. To develop and maintain links with other Dietitians in specialist field of work utilising local, regional and national networks.

For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

Job description Job responsibilities Scope of the Nutrition and Dietetic ServiceTo deliver a nutrition & dietetic service in a sensitive, ethical and professional manner to service users and carers in the Barnsley area of the South West Yorkshire Partnersship NHS Foundation Trust. To provide specialist advice to the Trust and support staff in the delivery of the Food & Nutrition Policies.JOB SUMMARYTo establish a clinical caseload within an agreed service area that is responsive to patient needs and Trust expectations.To provide specialist nutrition assessment and care plans for service users .To support the implementation of the Trust Food and Nutrition Policies.To contribute in the update and implementation of service standards, policies and procedures.To participate in the monitoring of service performance through regular audit. To supervise and support junior colleagues.To participate in training of dietetic students and health care professionals in specified areas of nutrition and dietetics.To be actively involved in continuing professional development.This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. KEY RESULT AREAS:Clinical1. To be responsible for the specialist assessment and care planning of the nutritional needs of service users. 2 To provide evidence based dietetic intervention and monitor outcome, working within the Health Professional Council (HPC) Standards of Conduct and British Dietetic Association (BDA) Professional Standards.3. To participate in the care programme approach, case conferences, MDT meetings and ward rounds. Providing specialist nutritional advice and appropriate nutrition care plans.4. To assess learning needs, barriers and educational ability of service users and carers in order to provide suitable nutrition education resources.5. To promote and participate in multi-disciplinary team working, to facilitate recovery and healthy lifestyle choices in independent or supported living settings.6. To participate in the development and evaluation of nutrition and dietetic resources ensuring that the information is current and consistent with the diverse needs of service users, carers and staff. 7. To communicate with service users and carers using the most appropriate verbal and non-verbal methods, which respect their views, autonomy and culture.8. To seek service user/carer involvement in care planning and obtain feedback on service delivery.9. To contribute to the achievement of CQC Fundament Standards of Care.10. To maintain complete, accurate and defensible clinical records commensurate with the policies and standards of the Trust, Nutrition & Dietetic Service and Dietetic profession. 11. To record daily activity using the Trusts IT network (RIO) maintaining Caldicott principles to ensure data security. 12. To participate in clinical supervision at both uni and multi-professional level.13. To accompany the SOAD (Second Opinion Doctor) for purposes of mental health assessments and treatment, when requested. Operational Management1. To participate in the development of nutrition and dietetic service and the achievement of key objectives.2. To support the implementation of the Trust Food and Nutrition Policies.3. To ensure where possible that service users are involved in service planning.4. To contribute to the development and evaluation of care pathways within clinical services5. To participate in the development of clinical standards of practice for the Nutrition and Dietetic Service within specifically identified Trust clinical services.6. To work collaboratively with service user, care staff, catering staff and facilities monitoring co-ordinator to ensure that menus meet the nutritional, cultural and ethical needs of service users.7. To supervise and support junior colleagues.8. To practice in accordance with the Heath and Safety Policies, considering aspects of risk management.Education, Training and Health Promotion1. To assess the learning needs of specific service user/carergroups and provide group or individual education/health promotion sessions where appropriate.2. To plan, deliver and evaluate appropriate nutrition and education training programmes to carers and staff.3. To plan health promotion events in various settings to raise awareness of the importance of nutrition to service users, carers and staff.4. To lead in the nutrition component of multi-disciplinary healthy living groups for service users and carers.5. To provide specialist knowledge and staff learning opportunities in the work place.5. To support the learning programme of student dietitians on clinical placement.6. To participate in service induction programme.Research and Development1. To promote and participate in practice development, evaluation, audit and research activities to implement evidence based practice.2. To share and disseminate research findings with professional colleagues in the interest of evidence based practice development.3. To contribute to the production of clinical standards and outcome measures and audit clinical effectiveness.4. To contribute to Essence of Care Nutrition benchmarking, achievement of CQC and CQUIN standards, monitoring of Food & Nutrition Policies.Professional Development1. To maintain registration as Dietitian with Health Professional Council (HPC).2. To participate in the Trust KSF development review process and agree an annual development plan and work objectives.3. To maintain commitment to ongoing professional development through participation in internal and external development opportunities identified in supervision and Trust development review process.4. To provide annual evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) and professional portfolio.5. To develop and maintain links with other Dietitians in specialist field of work utilising local, regional and national networks.For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Member of British Dietetic Association.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good work attendance rate.
• Able to work effectively to deadlines and time constraints.
• Able to work flexibly around working times and practices including evening and weekend work where necessary.
• A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).

Desirable

• Innovative and self directing.
• Understands the needs of the client group within the wider community.

Physical Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
• Able to travel Trustwide.
• Be able to perform light lifting of equipment.

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Effective communication skills.
• Assessment and care planning skills, including analysis of complex dietetic problems.
• Good decision making and negotiating skills.
• Ability to organise own time and caseload.
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues relevant to dietetic practice.
• Ability to use and apply technology and a range of computer programs e.g. PowerPoint, DietPlan.

Desirable

• Presentation skills.
• Report writing.
• Audit and research.

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable post qualification experience within various clinical settings & age groups relevant to the post.
• Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, as well as independently using own initiative.

Desirable

• Nutritional needs.
• Collaborative and partnership working.
• Health promotion and facilitating group sessions.
• Developing service user information leaflets and training resources.
• Supervision of dietetic students.
• Catering liaison.
• Working across the health community (inpatients and outpatients).

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in Nutrition and Dietetics or degree and PG qualification in Dietetics.
• HCPC registered Dietitian.

Desirable

• British Dietetic Association Specialist Courses.

Training

Essential

• Evidence of CPD & Professional Portfolio.

Desirable

• Accessing or willing to undertake Master Level Programme.
• Clinical Supervisory Skills.
• Management Training.

Person Specification Personal Attributes Essential Member of British Dietetic Association. Good interpersonal skills. Good work attendance rate. Able to work effectively to deadlines and time constraints. Able to work flexibly around working times and practices including evening and weekend work where necessary. A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability). Desirable Innovative and self directing. Understands the needs of the client group within the wider community. Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Able to travel Trustwide. Be able to perform light lifting of equipment. Special Knowledge/Skills Essential Effective communication skills. Assessment and care planning skills, including analysis of complex dietetic problems. Good decision making and negotiating skills. Ability to organise own time and caseload. Knowledge of clinical governance issues relevant to dietetic practice. Ability to use and apply technology and a range of computer programs e.g. PowerPoint, DietPlan. Desirable Presentation skills. Report writing. Audit and research. Experience Essential Demonstrable post qualification experience within various clinical settings & age groups relevant to the post. Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, as well as independently using own initiative. Desirable Nutritional needs. Collaborative and partnership working. Health promotion and facilitating group sessions. Developing service user information leaflets and training resources. Supervision of dietetic students. Catering liaison. Working across the health community (inpatients and outpatients). Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent in Nutrition and Dietetics or degree and PG qualification in Dietetics. HCPC registered Dietitian. Desirable British Dietetic Association Specialist Courses. Training Essential Evidence of CPD & Professional Portfolio. Desirable Accessing or willing to undertake Master Level Programme. Clinical Supervisory Skills. Management Training.

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

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Cudworth LIFT

Carlton Street

Barnsley

S Yorkshire

S72 8ST

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Cudworth LIFT

Carlton Street

Barnsley

S Yorkshire

S72 8ST

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you looking for a new opportunity in a diverse, positive and exciting service? Then this is the opportunity for you to join us and be part of the C&K CAMHS Crisis and home based treatment Service.

We are recruiting experienced Band 6 mental health practitioners (RMN, OT, Social workers) into our Crisis and Intensive Home-Based Treatment Team in Calderdale and Kirklees.

The successful applicant will have experience of working in mental health, be able to work autonomously whilst knowing the limitations of the role and will have exemplary record-keeping.

This dynamic position will be exactly what you are looking for if you would thrive in a community role where you will be part of a friendly, experienced and supportive team.

We welcome applications from professional backgrounds including mental health nursing, social work and Occupational therapy. The role requires experience and knowledge around coordinating care for complex cases, recovery-based therapy principles, care planning and risk assessment.

This role is outreach work in the community and so a driving licence will be essential.

In addition to all SWYFT/NHS benefits, we offer a supportive induction, supervision, development/training and flexible working within the service where the leadership team are approachable, robust and experienced.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work shifts between the hours of 9am and 8pm, the service operates 365 days a year.

You will work under the supervision of a CAMHS crisis/HBTT Clinicians and will have Clinical Supervision provided by an experienced clinician.

The primary role is supporting children, young people and their families, who are open to CAMHS and require intensive support in the community to reach their full potential.

The role also involves liaising with other professionals, handing over, assessing young people including care planning and risk assessment.

Using Goal Based Outcomes to monitor young peoples journey through CAMHS with in a discharge-focused, collaborative approach, is vital to this role.

The post holder will use therapeutic engagement skills to inspire young people to maintain their life skills, education and physical activity to aid recovery to ensure children and young people continue to be integrated in the community.

Forming and maintaining professional relationships is a key part of the role.

We welcome applicants who are: Resilient, work safely under pressure, can prioritise clinical tasks and who can engage and motivate young people to participate in activities.

Knowledge of the following legislation is required: Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and skilled Band 6 CAMHS Primary Practitioner to join our Primary Intervention Team within Wakefield CAMHS.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the heart of our Single Point of Access (SPA), where youll play a key role in the triage and early intervention pathway helping young people and families to get the right help, at the right time.

You would be joining the team at an exciting time, where we are working collaboratively to review our front door into the service.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated professional with experience in mental health. Youll bring:

- Strong communication and decision-making skills

- Confidence in working independently as well as part of a team

- A calm and empathetic approach in fast paced situations

- A passion for early intervention

We are a supportive and friendly team that values your skills and well-being.

Whether youre looking for a new challenge or embarking on your first Band 6 role, we would love to hear from you!

Calls are encouraged.

We are based at Drury Lane Health and Well-Being Centre in the centre of Wakefield, with a permanent move planned to Fieldhead Hospital from September 2027.

Main duties of the job

Single Point of Access (SPA) Youll be the first point of contact for children, young people, families and professionals. Youll take triage calls, make informed clinical decisions, and offer supportive advice and signposting, helping to support people to navigate what can feel like a daunting system.

2+1 Intervention Youll deliver brief, targeted support through our 2+1 approach. One initial assessment and two focused intervention sessions.

The role would require you to support children, young people and families to get the right support, and make onward referrals either internally within Wakefield CAMHS or to external agencies. You would need to have excellent risk assessment and triage skills, along with making safeguarding referrals where required.

The service is open Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.