Job summary

The CAMHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Crisis Home Treatment are looking to recruit four Band 7 Specialist Mental Health Practitioners on 6-month fixed term contracts

In the role you will deliver a high quality, comprehensive mental health service for children and young people with serious and enduring mental health difficulties. The role involves managing a defined caseload with a focus on working with children and young people and their families who experience a complex range of needs and difficulties.

You will be acting as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team, and will provide assessment, psychosocial, evidence-based interventions using a collaborative approach and will be skilled at risk assessment and management. They will complement the multi-disciplinary working of the team, providing supervision for other team members, as agreed with the Team lead.

You will participate in team and service development and evaluation. Liaison, advice and consultation with a wide range of agencies are central to the role.

Main duties of the job

The Specialist Mental Health Practitioner will have responsibility for providing clinical leadership to colleagues in the assessment, treatment and management of children and young people with acute mental health difficulties. Providing specialist assessment and clinically proven, research-based interventions to children and young people presenting with high risk or high impact mental health difficulties. You will offer advice and consultation regarding the management of the client group to colleagues within the CYP service and in other agencies where appropriate and when required

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please note: If you use Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of your application, we encourage you to review the Trust's guidance on the use of AI within the recruitment process. Further information can be found on Join Us :: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust or www.mpft.nhs.uk/joinus

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced Allied Health Professional who is passionate about the education and development of our future AHP workforce. The post holder will work in partnership with Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), AHP leads, student placement coordinators, clinical educators and other relevant stakeholders to establish high quality, multi-professional learning environments.

The postholder will establish a sustainable, coordinated approach and deliver our commitment to expand AHP clinical placement capacity across our settings. This will include development of new models of practice education within the apprenticeship framework.

The post holder will be required to work across Trust sites.

This is a 12 months fixed term/secondmentpart-time post. Working 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

This role will positively influence and improve the quality of the learning environment by providing support, supervision, educational and professional development opportunities for all Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) within the practice setting. To lead the training and development of the AHP student workforce, ensuring that the interventions and interactions that people receive from AHPs are underpinned by an up-to-date research and evidence base, focused on standards of each professional body, clinically effective and fit for the future.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

o Work with the Clinical Education team to provide support and assistance to AHP students.

o Work clinically alongside students, assisting them with putting theory into practice, e.g. role modelling/ coaching.

o Undertake placement assessments / audits in a timely manner and develop processes to respond appropriately to support safe learning environments

o Ensure sufficient AHP student placement capacity within SABP, balancing the needs of students and the needs of services effectively whilst providing sufficient high quality learning experiences, including those with special needs.

o Oversee and assist with the planning of placements for Trainees in partnership with the rest of the clinical education team.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job summary

Taurus Healthcare is looking for enthusiastic and compassionate Health Care Assistants to join our Prevention and Outreach team.

These are fantastic opportunities for HCA's who enjoy meeting people, working in different environments and helping people take positive steps towards their health and wellbeing.

We are looking to fill

• up to 20 hours per week (permanent contracts)
• flexible (0 hours) contracts

We have permanent hours between

• Monday and Friday 8am 6pm(In Hours)
• £24,996.93 to £28,405.60 per annum FTE (37.5hrs per week)
• Monday and Friday 6pm and 8am and weekends (Out of Hours)
• £29,541.82 to £34,086.72 per annum FTE (37.5hrs per week)

Due to current licence limitations, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Were looking for someone who is friendly, approachable and confident working with people from a wide range of backgrounds.

You'll ideally have previous Health Care Assistant experience and be comfortable carrying out clinical tasks independently, while knowing when to seek support.

Experience or knowledge of NHS Health Checks, point of care testing and EMIS Web is valuable.

Most importantly, you'll have a genuine interest in prevention, early intervention and helping people improve their health.

Main duties of the job

We Offer:

• A role that can work well alongside school or other commitments
• A mixture of community, clinical and remote working
• The opportunity to be involved in innovative prevention and screening programmes
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive clinical supervision
• A friendly and collaborative team
• The chance to make a visible difference to the health of your local community

Your role could include:

• Delivering NHS Health Checks and supporting prevention initiatives
• Supporting the Lung Health Check / Lung Cancer Screening Programme, including elements of screening and administration that can be completed remotely from home
• Carrying out clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, ECGs and observations
• Undertaking point-of-care testing (POCT)
• Having friendly, supportive conversations about health and wellbeing using MECC (Making Every Contact Count) principles
• Supporting people to access smoking cessation and healthy lifestyle services
• Working at community events and outreach sessions to engage people who may not routinely access primary care
• Accurately recording clinical information and outcomes using EMIS Web
• Working alongside nurses, clinicians and wider health and community partners
• Helping us to reduce health inequalities and improve access to preventative healthcare across Herefordshire

About us

Taurus Healthcare was established in 2012, as the provider arm of the GP Federation serving 210,000 patients in Herefordshire.

Founded and owned by the partners of the entire Herefordshire Primary Care community, Taurus is focused on providing excellent out of hospital services for patients. Our ethos is to provide high quality and cost effective health outcomes that are delivered as close as possible to the patients home, whilst ensuring that patients who do require in hospital services are seen as quickly and effectively as possible.

At Taurus Healthcare we strive to create a diverse, inclusive workplace, and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds including those from Military Veterans and family members of serving personnel.

Taurus Healthcare offer many employee benefits, such as:

• Access to a generous NHS pension scheme with 23.78% employer contribution.

• 33 to 38 days annual leave entitlement, including bank holidays, depending on service (pro rata for part-time staff).

• Access to an extensive Employee Benefits Programme (Vivup) offering:

• 24/7 access to counselling services

• Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes

• Access to a wide range of discounts from national retailers

• Access to the Blue Light extensive discount scheme.

Job summary

We are seeking applications from enthusiastic Psychology graduates with graduate basis for registration with the BPS. Previous clinical or research experience in the field of psychology is required. You will be part of the National Gambling Clinic at the Clinic's base in London. The National Gambling Clinic is a highly specialist NHS service providing treatment for gambling harms. We pride ourselves on having acted as a centre of excellence and as a training clinic, having influenced policy and obtained a proven track record of publications.

Main duties of the job

To plan and undertake assessments of clients. This may include using motivational interviewing techniques, self-report measures, risk assessment, rating scales, direct and indirect observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the client's care. Assessments will involve making judgements involving complex facts or situations, which require the analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options, as well as requiring prolonged concentration

To write clinical summaries and care plans based on information gleaned at assessment and present these to the multi-disciplinary team.

To work on a 1.2.1 basis with clients with gambling addiction on a regular basis, and be able to communicate sensitive and complex information, whilst maintaining a high degree of professionalism at all times.

To assist in the co-ordination and running of therapeutic groups, under the supervision of a qualified member of staff.

To assist in the design and implementation of audit and research projects on a regular basis in order to help develop and improve service provision. This may include complex audits / service evaluation using qualitative or quantitative methods

About us

The Addictions Directorate with CNWL Foundation Trust is a large, well-established provider which offers a wide range of specialist NHS drug, alcohol and behavioural addiction treatment interventions to the diverse and multicultural populations in Central and North West London. Our services include community services, A&E liaison services, Peripatetic nurses, Family Therapy, a National Gambling Service and a Club Drug Clinic.

Our services are dedicated to helping people overcome their dependency on substances, with behavioural addictions and helping clients and their families rebuild their lives and enable recovery.We are committed to working in partnership with other providers and service users in local systems of treatment and recovery.

CNWLis committed to providing high quality, evidence-based treatment options and is a learning organisation which promotes staff competence and training and valuesclinical governance, audit and research. We are linked with Imperial College, University of London and are committed to evaluating our services and developing new and innovative approaches.

We reserve the right to close this advert early as we receive a high volume of applications. Please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£34,186 to £37,389 a year per annum inc HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

333-D-AD-0640

Job locations

National Gambling Clinic

69 Warwick Road London

London

SW5 9BH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the advertised role, please refer to the job description & person specification included in the documents section of this advert.

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Job description Job responsibilities For further information about the advertised role, please refer to the job description & person specification included in the documents section of this advert. .

Person Specification

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• A 2:1 honours degree or higher in psychology
• Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society

Desirable

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

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Previous direct work in a clinical setting with clients experiencing addiction or mental health problems
• Experience of research

Desirable

• Experience of paid work in direct care provision.
• Experience of working in a prison or Addictions setting

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Essential

• High level communication skills (written and verbal) including the ability to communicate around subjects that may be highly emotive
• Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities.
• An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context
• An understanding of psychology applied to health care

Desirable

• High standard of report writing
• Experience of using SystmOne

PERSONAL

Essential

• An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
• An ability to interact with people with mental health problems disabilities.
• Ability to work reliably and consistently with work agreed and supervised at regular intervals.
• Ability to work independently and in new environments with a resilient and self-motivated attitude

Desirable

• An interest in working with people with mental health problems or other disabilities.

OTHER

Essential

• Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively

Desirable

• A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology

Person Specification TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS Essential A 2:1 honours degree or higher in psychology Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society Desirable Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology including mental health practice and/or research design and analysis EXPERIENCE Essential Previous direct work in a clinical setting with clients experiencing addiction or mental health problems Experience of research Desirable Experience of paid work in direct care provision. Experience of working in a prison or Addictions setting KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Essential High level communication skills (written and verbal) including the ability to communicate around subjects that may be highly emotive Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance. An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities. An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context An understanding of psychology applied to health care Desirable High standard of report writing Experience of using SystmOne PERSONAL Essential An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines. An ability to interact with people with mental health problems disabilities. Ability to work reliably and consistently with work agreed and supervised at regular intervals. Ability to work independently and in new environments with a resilient and self-motivated attitude Desirable An interest in working with people with mental health problems or other disabilities. OTHER Essential Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively Desirable A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

National Gambling Clinic

69 Warwick Road London

London

SW5 9BH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

National Gambling Clinic

69 Warwick Road London

London

SW5 9BH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Missing Link provides practical advice and support to individuals to allow them to maintain a rich and meaningful life. The aim is to deliver recovery and wellbeing opportunities for people with mental health and other support needs to achieve their hopes and ambitions.

As our Recovery Navigator, you will work collaboratively together with the service user (male and female) and mental health professionals to navigate and coordinate services (both social and clinical interventions), connecting into community resources, building resilience and improving wellbeing. Work within a recovery and psychologically informed approach, taking a holistic view to support peoples recovery to live fulfilling lives. Ensure that services are tailored to individuals cultural and social needs.

Main duties of the job

Build trusting and collaborative relationship with the service user (male or female).Co produce, implement and review recovery plan, crisis plan and other self-management tools. Case manage and co-ordinate support, referring and liaising effectively with all professionals, agencies and other parties involved in service users support in order to deliver the support package. Work closely with colleagues with the service and build strong partnership working with other agencies such as Health and Social Care, Voluntary and Community Service. Support/ facilitate service users to access services. Maintain hope and optimism for the individual with high expectations for recovery. Use lived experience (if appropriate) to positively support the individuals recovery. Must hold a full driving licence and have access to appropriate motorised vehicle

About us

In return for joining us, we will offer you:

Up to 30 days annual leave (depending on length of service)

3 extra holidays including International Womens Day

Excellent development and training opportunities

Employer pension contribution (minimum 5% of your gross salary)

Mindful Employer Plus Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Long Service Awards

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Staff Recognition Awards

Job summary

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

The Children and Young Peoples Autism Service have an exciting opportunity for a Neurodevelopmental Pathway Navigator to join the service.

The ND Pathway Navigator will offer needs-led support and signposting to families and young people within the neurodevelopmental pathways/service, this includes the well-established CYP autism service and the newly developing ND pathway including ADHD.

In the role you will ensure that the children and young people are well while waiting for their Neurodevelopmental assessments by signposting parents, carers and young people to further support.

You will also liaise closely with the internal and wider multidisciplinary teams to ensure the family and young person have the correct support in place.

This post is based in Anglesey House, Rugeley, but will include some potential for home visits to locations across South Staffordshire.

If you have experience of supporting family/carers/children and young people coping with autism or previous experience of working with children and young people with Autism and/or ADHD we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

• To provide guidance to Family carers in order for them to access timely support and understanding of the assessment pathway process.
• Support the team to ensure that families are kept informed of the support and options available to them and supporting them to make informed choices on how they and their child or young person are supported.
• Support the understanding of the autism and other ND assessment processes with external agencies, partner organisations and referrers.
• Support children, young people and family/carers to understand the autism and other ND assessment pathways through the provision of information and advice and enhance connection to the local communities.
• Main point of contact for families with a child or young person on the Autism and other ND pathways and proactively aim to offer contact as required, individualised to the needs of the child, young person and family/carers.
• To meet regularly with supervising clinician to review clinical issues, and with team leader for managerial support.
• To work independently with children, young people and families/carers in a variety of settings

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Job summary

Are you methodical? Do you pride yourself on your attention to detail and accuracy? Are you Patient focused. Then this may be the new career for you!

Working in Aseptic Services is a vocation. It is technical, detailed, sometimes repetitive but the learning never ends.

We provide a range of injectable medicines e.g Chemotherapy and Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) for patients and clinical trials, using isolator cabinets in a cleanroom environment.

Working as part of a team, once trained you would be responsible for making a range of medicines using a range of aseptic manipulations and using needles and syringes.

Working under supervision you also will rotate through other areas of the department so you need to be able to follow procedures precisely and be able to document things clearly and concisely.

No experience is necessary for the band 2 position as comprehensive training will be given.

This position offers progression from Band 2 to Band 3 after completion of training and qualification.

Only candidates with suitable experience and NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services/SMPO or accepted equivalent may apply for the Band 3 position.

IMPORTANT: Candidates who fail to supply a detailed supporting statement specifying how their skills and experience match the person specification contained in the job description will not be invited for interview.

Main duties of the job

To aseptically prepare products for patient administration. You will wear clean room clothing and be trained to work following strict clean room behaviours.

You will assemble trays containing consumables and pharmaceutical ingredients for 1st stage checks, therefore must be able to document information clearly and accurately.

You will perform transfer sanitisation using sterile agents e.g. isopropyl alcohol and other disinfectant agents and be responsible for cleaning equipment and areas of work to the highest standards on a regular basis.

Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria required to qualify for sponsorship.

About us

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

Learn more about us in ourCandidate Information Pack (opens in existing window)

Job summary

Please be aware that, due to current allocation constraints, Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) are being prioritised for registered professional roles at this time. If you apply for a role that is not a registered professional position, sponsorship cannot be offered and, unfortunately, your application will be rejected from the recruitment process.

We are actively recruiting for Healthcare Assistants for Beech Ward at Rochford Hospital.

for more information about these role please read through the JD and PS.

Please note this vacancy requires a face to face interview with the Recruiting Manager. Applicants that are unable to attend a face to face interview need not apply.

Main duties of the job

Maintain effective relationships with patients, their relatives and other carers.Maintain effective relationships with members of the multidisciplinary team, Trust and other statutory and voluntary organisations.Implement prescribed nursing care to patients, taking into account physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual needs.Fulfil the role of Associate/Co Worker under the supervision of a qualified nurse/clinician.

Report and record the results of implemented plans of care in the appropriate and agreed format. Contribute to the management and support of patient who exhibit challenging behaviour. Participate in interventions relating to the management of violence and aggression including de-escalation techniques and the use of physical intervention (TASI techniques) as necessary, under the supervision of a qualified nurse. Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living; including personal hygiene, dietary intake etc. with due regard to the philosophy of "normalisation". Help individuals to maintain independence from others by assisting the development of daily living, domestic, communication and social skills. Assist qualified staff in the physical monitoring of a patient's health, including monitoring of blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration, weight, drug and alcohol screening (after appropriate training).

About us

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;

• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS discounts for staff
• Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
• Day One Flexible Employer

The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

364-A-9979-C

Job locations

Rochford hospital

Union Lane

Rochford

SS4 1RB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

In addition to the above duties you will also be expected to perform the below key activities in line with your job role;

• Complete mandatory training in line with Trust policy and procedures.
• To participate in the staff appraisal process and to undertake for any staff you manage
• To keep yourself updated on all matters relating to Trust policy.
• To provide management supervision where appropriate.
• You will be expected to work collaboratively with key partner organisations, service users, carers, clinicians and other practitioners within the multi-disciplinary team in delivering services; providing a 7-day a week, 24-hours a day service for 365 days a year working shifts, where appropriate and operationally required.

The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS) brings together key health, care, community, and voluntary sector organisations from across our area. Our aim is to work together in partnership to join up health and care services, improving our populations health and wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. One such example of this collaborative work is the launch of our HCA Academy, an ICS initiative between Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) and Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSEFT) to support the incoming Health Care assistant (HCA) workforce. The academy models a one workforce cross system approach to the onboarding, induction, education and experience of Healthcare Assistants.

To support this one workforce model the successful candidate for this post will be required to attend our5 day (Monday to Friday) face to face Induction Programme at our MSE ICS Education Hub at Brentwood Community Hospital. Your start date will therefore fall on one of two of the HCA Academy induction dates across the month, which will be discussed and agreed during the recruitment process.

Our HCA Academy Induction programme has been designed to train and support the successful candidate through the early stages of their employment at EPUT and will provide opportunities to enhance skills, knowledge and experience.

Further information will be provided post interview.

This will be followed by an additional 5 day (Monday to Friday) EPUT corporate / mandatory training welcome. (EPUT Welcome will be varied between face to face and virtual delivery).

Job description Job responsibilities In addition to the above duties you will also be expected to perform the below key activities in line with your job role; Complete mandatory training in line with Trust policy and procedures. To participate in the staff appraisal process and to undertake for any staff you manage To keep yourself updated on all matters relating to Trust policy. To provide management supervision where appropriate. You will be expected to work collaboratively with key partner organisations, service users, carers, clinicians and other practitioners within the multi-disciplinary team in delivering services; providing a 7-day a week, 24-hours a day service for 365 days a year working shifts, where appropriate and operationally required. The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS) brings together key health, care, community, and voluntary sector organisations from across our area. Our aim is to work together in partnership to join up health and care services, improving our populations health and wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. One such example of this collaborative work is the launch of our HCA Academy, an ICS initiative between Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) and Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSEFT) to support the incoming Health Care assistant (HCA) workforce. The academy models a one workforce cross system approach to the onboarding, induction, education and experience of Healthcare Assistants. To support this one workforce model the successful candidate for this post will be required to attend our5 day (Monday to Friday) face to face Induction Programme at our MSE ICS Education Hub at Brentwood Community Hospital. Your start date will therefore fall on one of two of the HCA Academy induction dates across the month, which will be discussed and agreed during the recruitment process. Our HCA Academy Induction programme has been designed to train and support the successful candidate through the early stages of their employment at EPUT and will provide opportunities to enhance skills, knowledge and experience. Further information will be provided post interview. This will be followed by an additional 5 day (Monday to Friday) EPUT corporate / mandatory training welcome. (EPUT Welcome will be varied between face to face and virtual delivery).

Person Specification

Education/qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCE/GCSE (Maths and English) or equivalent.

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of safeguarding.
• Awareness of confidentiality.

Desirable

• Basic understanding of legislation relating to care.

Skills

Essential

• Effective communication skills, verbally, listening and written including IT literacy.
• Participate in a shift pattern (early & late)

Desirable

• Experience of working as part of a team.
• Lived experience of mental health or caring.

Person Specification Education/qualifications Essential Educated to GCE/GCSE (Maths and English) or equivalent. Knowledge Essential Awareness of safeguarding. Awareness of confidentiality. Desirable Basic understanding of legislation relating to care. Skills Essential Effective communication skills, verbally, listening and written including IT literacy. Participate in a shift pattern (early & late) Desirable Experience of working as part of a team. Lived experience of mental health or caring.

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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rochford hospital

Union Lane

Rochford

SS4 1RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rochford hospital

Union Lane

Rochford

SS4 1RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will be part of our valued team in our Pharmacy Service, HMP Chelmsford. You will be receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:Salary of £32,648.00 - £39,177.60 depending on experience, and Group Pension. Receive a competitive salary enhancement for working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage. Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you. Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates. Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling. Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continui

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Pharmacy Technician to join our healthcare team within the HMP Chelmsford prison. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of pharmaceutical services in a secure and structured environment. You will play a key role in supporting the prison healthcare team, managing medication administration, and ensuring the effective delivery of pharmaceutical services. The post holder will work as an effective member of the Pharmacy team in providing healthcare services, including medication administration to the patients. They will assist in the delivery of a high quality pharmacy service, providing medicines management services to assist in tackling identified inequalities within the prison. The post holder will also provide pharmacy related information to patients, prison officers and other healthcare professionals, ensuring that the level of advice given is appropriate to need.

About us

We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency, and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do. We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£32,648 to £39,177.60 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1565793476

Job locations

HCRG Care Group

Chelmsford

CM2 6JT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Package Description

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will be part of our valued team in our Pharmacy Service, HMP Chelmsford. You will be receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:

• Salary of £32,648.00 - £39,177.60 depending on experience, and Group Pension.
• Receive a competitive salary enhancement for working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage
• Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you
• Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates
• Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling
• Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise
• An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year
• The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with the majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission

Job Introduction

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Pharmacy Technician to join our healthcare team within the HMP Chelmsford prison. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of pharmaceutical services in a secure and structured environment. You will play a key role in supporting the prison healthcare team, managing medication administration, and ensuring the effective delivery of pharmaceutical services.

Working pattern: 40 hours per week, spread over four days (7:00 AM 6:00 PM), and 20 or 30 part time hours can be arranged for flexible working, following a rolling schedule over an eight-week period. The working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage.

Please follow the below link to get a full insight on a 'day in the life of' one of our valued Pharmacy Technicians:

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.jobs/day-in-the-life-pharmacy-technician

Main Responsibilities

• The post holder will work as an effective member of the Pharmacy team in providing healthcare services, including medication administration to the patients.
• They will assist in the delivery of a high quality pharmacy service, providing medicines management services to assist in tackling identified inequalities within the prison.
• The post holder will also provide pharmacy related information to patients, prison officers and other healthcare professionals, ensuring that the level of advice given is appropriate to need.
• The role requires autonomous function and within the scope of competency, whilst being a support and resource to less experienced members of staff.
• Assist with the implementation and development of pharmacy support to all the residential wings in the prison which includes, where appropriate, advising patients on the correct use of medication.
• Maintain clear and comprehensive, signed and contemporaneous records both written and electronic.
• Recognise signs and symptoms of drug and alcohol withdrawal and support patients with substance misuse problems, support patients who are distressed and could be at risk of harming themselves or others or could be at risk of suicide
• Communicate effectively with other team members, prison staff and external agencies both verbally and written
• Undertake all mandatory and additional training as identified
• Use and encourage others to be familiar with the security systems within the prison
• Undertake all duties as required of a Pharmaceutical Professional in HMP Chelmsford and to comply with the competencies, knowledge and skills framework of the Department of Health

The Ideal Candidate

Person Specification

• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
• Ability to build and develop relationships
• Must be confident and capable of autonomous practice and able to work independently

Essential Experience / Qualifications

• Qualified with an NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent
• Registered Pharmacist Technician with current General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) membership
• All candidates are subject to prison vetting checks
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi professional team within a fast-paced environment

Desirable Experience

• Experience in a Prison environment
• Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Qualified in ACT (Accredited Checking Technician)
• Qualified in MMT (Medicines Management Technician)

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency, and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.

Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:Package DescriptionAs a Pharmacy Technician, you will be part of our valued team in our Pharmacy Service, HMP Chelmsford. You will be receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: Salary of £32,648.00 - £39,177.60 depending on experience, and Group Pension. Receive a competitive salary enhancement for working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with the majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality CommissionJob IntroductionWe are seeking a dedicated and reliable Pharmacy Technician to join our healthcare team within the HMP Chelmsford prison. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of pharmaceutical services in a secure and structured environment. You will play a key role in supporting the prison healthcare team, managing medication administration, and ensuring the effective delivery of pharmaceutical services.Working pattern: 40 hours per week, spread over four days (7:00 AM 6:00 PM), and 20 or 30 part time hours can be arranged for flexible working, following a rolling schedule over an eight-week period. The working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage.Please follow the below link to get a full insight on a 'day in the life of' one of our valued Pharmacy Technicians:https://www.hcrgcaregroup.jobs/day-in-the-life-pharmacy-technicianMain Responsibilities The post holder will work as an effective member of the Pharmacy team in providing healthcare services, including medication administration to the patients. They will assist in the delivery of a high quality pharmacy service, providing medicines management services to assist in tackling identified inequalities within the prison. The post holder will also provide pharmacy related information to patients, prison officers and other healthcare professionals, ensuring that the level of advice given is appropriate to need. The role requires autonomous function and within the scope of competency, whilst being a support and resource to less experienced members of staff. Assist with the implementation and development of pharmacy support to all the residential wings in the prison which includes, where appropriate, advising patients on the correct use of medication. Maintain clear and comprehensive, signed and contemporaneous records both written and electronic. Recognise signs and symptoms of drug and alcohol withdrawal and support patients with substance misuse problems, support patients who are distressed and could be at risk of harming themselves or others or could be at risk of suicide Communicate effectively with other team members, prison staff and external agencies both verbally and written Undertake all mandatory and additional training as identified Use and encourage others to be familiar with the security systems within the prison Undertake all duties as required of a Pharmaceutical Professional in HMP Chelmsford and to comply with the competencies, knowledge and skills framework of the Department of HealthThe Ideal CandidatePerson Specification Excellent communication and inter-personal skills Ability to build and develop relationships Must be confident and capable of autonomous practice and able to work independentlyEssential Experience / Qualifications Qualified with an NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent Registered Pharmacist Technician with current General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) membership All candidates are subject to prison vetting checks Ability to work effectively as part of a multi professional team within a fast-paced environmentDesirable Experience Experience in a Prison environment Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Qualified in ACT (Accredited Checking Technician) Qualified in MMT (Medicines Management Technician)About the CompanyWe change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency, and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified with an NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent. Registered Pharmacist Technician with current General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) membership. All candidates are subject to prison vetting checks.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified with an NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent. Registered Pharmacist Technician with current General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) membership. All candidates are subject to prison vetting checks.

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Chelmsford

CM2 6JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Chelmsford

CM2 6JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, well-motivated Band 7 Speech & Language Therapist, looking for a challenge, committed to their professional development and wishes to participate in the delivery of excellent patient focused care in a specialist Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation setting.

Main duties of the job

The Speech & Language Therapist will work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, to meet the needs of patients referred to Mildmay Hospital, ensuring the highest possible standards of practice.

To provide a highly specialist Speech & Language Therapist input (assessment, advice and treatment) to clients referred to the team.

To provide clinical leadership to SLT students, and any junior/senior SLT posts.

About us

Mildmay Hospital is at the forefront of care and development of services in relation to complex HIV related conditions and step-down care for Homeless and Drug and alcohol detox patients across London.

The Care Quality Commission rated us outstanding. Rehabilitation is our passion with a focus on Neuro cognitive impairment. We use a multidisciplinary (MDT) team approach to provide a range of holistic services to our patients and clients.

Job summary

The Mental Health Urgent Care Department (MHUCD), is an innovative service that has been commissioned to provide urgent mental health care in the Mid and South Essex ICS. The service will cater to adults over the age of 18, who are experiencing a mental health crisis and will be based in a new, purpose built department based at the Basildon Mental Health Unit on the Basildon Hospital site. When the service is fully functional it will cover the councils of Basildon, Brentwood, Thurrock, Chelmsford, Braintree and Maldon.

The department will offera therapeutic mental health setting to assess urgent mental health presentations which might otherwise have been seen in the A+E department. The service will offer a comprehensive assessment and onward care planning through a diverse and highly skilled mental health workforce incorporating support workers, peer coaches, social worker, nurses and doctors. The service will work closely with existing urgent mental health care pathways and other appropriate services in the local health and social care system, including voluntary care sector organisations, to provide holistic and person centred care.

The service will also be working closely with the Basildon A+E department in being able to offer a limited range of physical health interventions in the department itself and if appropriate for onward referral to relevant specialties in the general hospital.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be accountable for ensuring that high quality patient care is delivered at all times. The Physician Associate will be supervised by a designated consultant with regular meetings to support on-going development within the role.

The Physician Associate will attend regular CPD sessions to support on-going development. They will be set clear objectives and will be assessed against them by the end of the first year.

General Requirements

Physician Associates will be based on the MHUCD at the Basildon site psychiatric inpatient wards at EPUT but may also be asked to undertake work in conjunction with Crisis or other Community teams.

Physician Associates will be expected to work flexibly and co-operatively with other members of the clinical team and will be required to cover for colleagues during periods of absence. The Physician Associate role will complement other roles in the team and strengthen the multi-disciplinary team.

They will have continuing responsibility for patients in association with others in the clinical team.

They will ensure accurate records are maintained. Physician Associates will be supported to undertake mandatory training and other training specific to their role.

They will undergo an annual PDR or appraisal in relation to the agreed objectives in advance.

About us

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

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

Benefits

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

Work that wraps around your needs

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

Job summary

The ability to speak Welsh is essential for this post.

The Helplines Department currently operates several 24 hour helplines from a base at Grove Road in Wrexham. Helpline Operators respond to incoming calls on the helplines as well as make outgoing calls in response to voicemail messages. All of the helplines provide emotional support, advice, information and literature to callers living with mental ill health, dementia, Gambling addiction, and substance misuse issues as well as offering support to families, friends and carers.

The Helplines include the following;

CALL Helpline- The all Wales mental health helpline. C.A.L.L. Mental Health Helpline - Community Advice and Listening Line (callhelpline.org.uk)

DAN 24/7- The all Wales Drug & Alcohol helpline. DAN 247 - Wales Drug and Alcohol Helpline

Wales Dementia Helpline. Wales Dementia Helpline - Supporting those living with Dementia and their Carers (callhelpline.org.uk)

Drug Litter line. North Wales Drugs Litter Line: A dedicated freephone number for the public to report discarded needles and syringes

All Wales Gambling Helpline

All Wales Gambling Helpline

To cover 24 hours, 7 days a week with different shift options available.

Main duties of the job

The ability to work alone is essential. The ability to work inclusive of Bank Holidays, Christmas and New Year is an essential requirement of the post in line with the needs of the service.

Applicants with knowledge of substance misuse issues and mental health would be especially welcome. Team working is vitally important as supporting colleagues during shifts is actively encouraged.

Applicants will ideally have basic computer skills and experience of the issues and difficulties facing people living with mental distress or coping with drug/alcohol abuse problems. Full training will be given. Good communication skills is an essential requirement, the need to work flexibly is an important part of the role; This includes weekends and night shifts.

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit the Department for an informal discussion.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job summary

The post holder will be the designated Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist (0.6 WTE) for the Mental Health Treatment Requirements (MHTR) Team within NHFT. Band 7 development posts will be considered in applications.

The post will involve being the Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist for the MHTR within the county, one of 5 national pilot sites. The MHTRs sit alongside Drug Rehabilitation Requirement (DRR) and Alcohol Treatment Requirement (ATR) under the umbrella of 'Community Sentence Treatment Requirements' (CSTR) and provides a mechanism to ensure that certain offenders with mental health problems who are given a Community Order are able to access appropriate treatment.

The post holder will offer psychological assessment, therapy and hold a client caseload within the MHTR. The caseload will be of individuals that present with mental health complexities. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a keen interest in working with people with complex mental health needs and forensic histories as part of a multidisciplinary team, consulting on and promoting psychological informed approaches to understanding and working positively with this population.

Main duties of the job

Detailed in the job description attached to the advert

We are looking for a psychologist who possesses good, qualified specialist knowledge of complex mental health problems whilst having an awareness of risk to self and others. The post holder will work autonomously within professional guidelines (HCPC, BPS) and the overall framework of the Trusts policies and procedures. You will also be expected to support the senior management team in the clinical leadership of healthcare around anything that pertains to mental health, supervision, clinical responsibilities, audit, policy or service development and research. Lastly, the post holder is expected to liaise with other stakeholders within the court, criminal justice agencies, and individual cases through regular meetings.

On a day to day basis, provide specialist psychological assessments of clients referred to the team based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources, therapy, risk assessments, self-report measures, rating scales, multidisciplinary meetings with probation staff and service users, liaise with other professionals involved with the client. There will be a specific focus on complex presentations and trauma.

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Speech and Language Therapist with experience and interest in further developing their specialist skills within Developmental Language Disorders and Autism. The service is based within Oxford Children's Hospital. You will be working as part of a well-established multidisciplinary team offering input to children and young people referred to the Multi-Disciplinary Assessment Team via the Community Paediatric Service. Providing education and teaching is a core aspect of the role. Line Management will be provided by the Team Lead for Children's Therapies and Clinical supervision will be sourced according to the experience and needs of the post holder.

Main duties of the job

Primary role to include assessment, intervention, consultation, undertaking research and audit, supervision, and training.

To work as an integral member of the Community Paediatric Multi-Disciplinary Assessment Team

To support the Children's Therapies Team Lead with service evaluation, benchmarking, data collection and other delegated tasks

To stay up to date with the evolving evidence base in Developmental Language Disorders and Autistic Spectrum Disorders

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel.

In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment. If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Details

Date posted

16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

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

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

321-NOTSS-8280269-B7-A

Job locations

John Radcliffe Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre

Oxford Children's Hospital

Oxford

OX39DU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

CLINICAL:

To utilise a range of formal and informal approaches to assess the childs communication and interaction skills and to support the MDT in identifying cognitive, behavioural and emotional needs, and to inform subsequent diagnosis. treatment and intervention.

Maintain an in-depth, comprehensive knowledge of speech, language, cognitive,

communication and behavioural presentations resulting from a range of conditions including but not restricted to Autism, early infant experience and the impact of medical conditions.

Access and provide regular opportunities for reliability and calibration of ADOS delivery through activities such as: consensus coding; peer observation and feedback; clinical discussion, to maintain quality standards in administration and analysis.

Based on assessment results provide advice and where required support colleagues to develop and implement highly specialist time limited programmes of intervention/support appropriate to the needs of children and their families.

Delivery of post diagnostic support to families, including Autism information sessions.

Work closely with members of the MDT to holistically identify the range of needs of the child and family.

To communicate effectively, empathetically, and clearly with patients, families and carers regarding issues that are frequently highly complicated and emotionally charged. This may require managing difficulties in understanding, or overcoming communication difficulties with patients, family, or carers.

To communicate effectively and clearly with clinical colleagues regarding assessments and interventions by organizing and putting across information in a relevant and usable form in both written and spoken reports, as well as in day-to day liaison.

To critically reflect on own and others performance and use this evaluation to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of future practice.

To identify own training needs and to keep skills up to date.

To continue to meet the clinical competencies and continuing professional development standards according to HCPC and RCSLT.

To demonstrate good organisational skills in terms of time and caseload management.

To appropriately seek and use supervision to review complex case material, develop skills, plan continuing professional development, set learning targets and address any issues which may be relevant to the fulfillment of your role.

In carrying out the duties of the post, to cope with and manage challenging behaviour at times, including verbal abuse and risk of physical aggression (for example from children with learning disability, ADHD, pronounced behavioural and/or emotional difficulties).

To behave in a professional manner at all times

To exercise standard keyboard skills and operate electronic equipment such as tablets and laptops for video recording and digital training.

To engage with Community Speech and Language Therapy colleagues to maintain links to facilitate an integrated approach to assessment and diagnosis for children with suspected Developmental Language Disorders and Autistic Spectrum Disorders.

CONSULTATION:

To provide expertise and specialist paediatric speech and language therapy advice and consultation to other professionals in relation to patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and care.

RESEARCH:

To carry out and co-operate in audit/service-related projects.

To monitor and evaluate clinical effectiveness and evidence-based practice using appropriate outcome measures.

To participate in research conducted within the department in discussion with the Childrens Therapies Lead and MDA Lead.

To use computer software in developing and operating systems for storage and analysis of data and creation of reports for colleagues in relation to audit activities and clinical research.

TEACHING, TRAINING AND SUPERVISION:

To provide teaching and training to other professional colleagues/staff groups at local, and national level.

To present on relevant research/practice at events/forums.

To provide student education and create an appropriate learning environment for placement-based education.

To provide regular clinical and/or peer supervision to colleagues within the team.

MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP

To provide Line Management support within the team.

To provide governance, strategic and recruitment support as requested to the Childrens Therapies Team Lead, Head of Childrens Therapies and Lead Consultant for Community Paediatrics.

To fully engage in the OUH Trust and Team strategies including five-year plans

To attend Trust working parties as requested by the Service Lead to contribute to strategic service and times Trust wide development.

ADMINISTRATIVE/ORGANISATIONAL:

To take part in service/departmental policy implementation and development (by for example actively working on policy implementation, as well as raising issues and proposing and discussing changes).

To manage own time effectively within the demands of the service

To ensure timely recording in patients records using paper and electronic systems

Work across the Trust to support gaps in service as identified by the Lead for the service, as required.

Input data into the database including outcome measures.

GENERAL:

To observe personal duty of care in relation to equipment and resources, such as computer equipment, and psychometric test materials.

To maintain effective paper and electronic records and develop information recording systems as appropriate in performing the duties of the job.

General Conditions

Risk Management

The management of risk is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment.

Staff will be provided with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility.

Staff should be familiar with the

Major Incident Policy

Fire Policy

Information governance

and should make themselves familiar with the local response plan and their role within that response.

Responsibilities for Health and Safety

The post holder is responsible for ensuring that all duties and responsibilities of this post are carried out in compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, Statutory Regulations and Trust Policies and Procedures. This will be supported by the provision of training and specialist advice where required.

Infection Control

Infection Control is everyones responsibility. All staff, both clinical and non-clinical, are required to adhere to the Trusts Infection Prevention and Control Policies and make every effort to maintain high standards of infection control at all times thereby reducing the burden of Healthcare Associated Infections including MRSA.

All staff employed by OUH have the following key responsibilities:

Staff must wash their hands or use alcohol gel on entry and exit from all clinical areas and/or between each patient contact.

Staff members have a duty to attend mandatory infection control training provided for them by the Trust.

Staff members who develop an infection (other than common colds and illness) that may be transmittable to patients have a duty to contact Occupational Health.

Child Protection

The post holder will endeavour at all times to uphold the rights of children and young people in accordance with the UN Convention Rights of the Child.

Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults

The Trust is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults throughout the organisation. As a member of the trust there is a duty to assist in protecting patients and their families from any form of harm when they are vulnerable.

Information Governance

All staff must complete annual information governance training. If you have a Trust email account this can be completed on-line, otherwise you must attend a classroom session. For further details, go to the Information Governance intranet site.

Data Quality

Data quality is a vital element of every member of staffs job role. Oxford University Hospitals recognises the importance of information in the provision of patient care and in reporting on its performance. Data quality is therefore crucial in ensuring complete, timely and accurate information is available in support of patient care, clinical governance, performance management, service planning, and financial and resource planning and performance.

All staff should ensure that they have read and understood the Trusts Data Quality Policy.

Job description Job responsibilities Main Tasks and Responsibilities: CLINICAL: To utilise a range of formal and informal approaches to assess the childs communication and interaction skills and to support the MDT in identifying cognitive, behavioural and emotional needs, and to inform subsequent diagnosis. treatment and intervention. Maintain an in-depth, comprehensive knowledge of speech, language, cognitive, communication and behavioural presentations resulting from a range of conditions including but not restricted to Autism, early infant experience and the impact of medical conditions. Access and provide regular opportunities for reliability and calibration of ADOS delivery through activities such as: consensus coding; peer observation and feedback; clinical discussion, to maintain quality standards in administration and analysis. Based on assessment results provide advice and where required support colleagues to develop and implement highly specialist time limited programmes of intervention/support appropriate to the needs of children and their families. Delivery of post diagnostic support to families, including Autism information sessions. Work closely with members of the MDT to holistically identify the range of needs of the child and family. To communicate effectively, empathetically, and clearly with patients, families and carers regarding issues that are frequently highly complicated and emotionally charged. This may require managing difficulties in understanding, or overcoming communication difficulties with patients, family, or carers. To communicate effectively and clearly with clinical colleagues regarding assessments and interventions by organizing and putting across information in a relevant and usable form in both written and spoken reports, as well as in day-to day liaison. To critically reflect on own and others performance and use this evaluation to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of future practice. To identify own training needs and to keep skills up to date. To continue to meet the clinical competencies and continuing professional development standards according to HCPC and RCSLT. To demonstrate good organisational skills in terms of time and caseload management. To appropriately seek and use supervision to review complex case material, develop skills, plan continuing professional development, set learning targets and address any issues which may be relevant to the fulfillment of your role. In carrying out the duties of the post, to cope with and manage challenging behaviour at times, including verbal abuse and risk of physical aggression (for example from children with learning disability, ADHD, pronounced behavioural and/or emotional difficulties). To behave in a professional manner at all times To exercise standard keyboard skills and operate electronic equipment such as tablets and laptops for video recording and digital training. To engage with Community Speech and Language Therapy colleagues to maintain links to facilitate an integrated approach to assessment and diagnosis for children with suspected Developmental Language Disorders and Autistic Spectrum Disorders. CONSULTATION: To provide expertise and specialist paediatric speech and language therapy advice and consultation to other professionals in relation to patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and care. RESEARCH: To carry out and co-operate in audit/service-related projects. To monitor and evaluate clinical effectiveness and evidence-based practice using appropriate outcome measures. To participate in research conducted within the department in discussion with the Childrens Therapies Lead and MDA Lead. To use computer software in developing and operating systems for storage and analysis of data and creation of reports for colleagues in relation to audit activities and clinical research. TEACHING, TRAINING AND SUPERVISION: To provide teaching and training to other professional colleagues/staff groups at local, and national level. To present on relevant research/practice at events/forums. To provide student education and create an appropriate learning environment for placement-based education. To provide regular clinical and/or peer supervision to colleagues within the team. MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP To provide Line Management support within the team. To provide governance, strategic and recruitment support as requested to the Childrens Therapies Team Lead, Head of Childrens Therapies and Lead Consultant for Community Paediatrics. To fully engage in the OUH Trust and Team strategies including five-year plans To attend Trust working parties as requested by the Service Lead to contribute to strategic service and times Trust wide development. ADMINISTRATIVE/ORGANISATIONAL: To take part in service/departmental policy implementation and development (by for example actively working on policy implementation, as well as raising issues and proposing and discussing changes). To manage own time effectively within the demands of the service To ensure timely recording in patients records using paper and electronic systems Work across the Trust to support gaps in service as identified by the Lead for the service, as required. Input data into the database including outcome measures. GENERAL: To observe personal duty of care in relation to equipment and resources, such as computer equipment, and psychometric test materials. To maintain effective paper and electronic records and develop information recording systems as appropriate in performing the duties of the job. General Conditions Risk Management The management of risk is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment. Staff will be provided with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility. Staff should be familiar with the Major Incident Policy Fire Policy Information governance and should make themselves familiar with the local response plan and their role within that response. Responsibilities for Health and Safety The post holder is responsible for ensuring that all duties and responsibilities of this post are carried out in compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, Statutory Regulations and Trust Policies and Procedures. This will be supported by the provision of training and specialist advice where required. Infection Control Infection Control is everyones responsibility. All staff, both clinical and non-clinical, are required to adhere to the Trusts Infection Prevention and Control Policies and make every effort to maintain high standards of infection control at all times thereby reducing the burden of Healthcare Associated Infections including MRSA. All staff employed by OUH have the following key responsibilities: Staff must wash their hands or use alcohol gel on entry and exit from all clinical areas and/or between each patient contact. Staff members have a duty to attend mandatory infection control training provided for them by the Trust. Staff members who develop an infection (other than common colds and illness) that may be transmittable to patients have a duty to contact Occupational Health. Child Protection The post holder will endeavour at all times to uphold the rights of children and young people in accordance with the UN Convention Rights of the Child. Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults The Trust is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults throughout the organisation. As a member of the trust there is a duty to assist in protecting patients and their families from any form of harm when they are vulnerable. Information Governance All staff must complete annual information governance training. If you have a Trust email account this can be completed on-line, otherwise you must attend a classroom session. For further details, go to the Information Governance intranet site. Data Quality Data quality is a vital element of every member of staffs job role. Oxford University Hospitals recognises the importance of information in the provision of patient care and in reporting on its performance. Data quality is therefore crucial in ensuring complete, timely and accurate information is available in support of patient care, clinical governance, performance management, service planning, and financial and resource planning and performance. All staff should ensure that they have read and understood the Trusts Data Quality Policy.

Person Specification

Essential and Desirable

Essential

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• Experience of clinical work with children who have Developmental Language Disorder
• HCPC Registered
• Experience in individual therapy work with families and group work
• Ability to undertake clinical and service-related audit or research consistent with the needs of the department and in keeping with the job requirements

Desirable

• Experience of direct work within the specialist component of the role
• Experience of assessment of complex and varying communication profiles
• Experience of contributing to diagnostic decision making

Person Specification Essential and Desirable Essential Degree in Speech and Language Therapy Experience of clinical work with children who have Developmental Language Disorder HCPC Registered Experience in individual therapy work with families and group work Ability to undertake clinical and service-related audit or research consistent with the needs of the department and in keeping with the job requirements Desirable Experience of direct work within the specialist component of the role Experience of assessment of complex and varying communication profiles Experience of contributing to diagnostic decision making

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre

Oxford Children's Hospital

Oxford

OX39DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre

Oxford Children's Hospital

Oxford

OX39DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

My job makes better lives by supporting the delivery of recovery-focused, psycho-educational courses as part of a tiered programme for people with traits, or a diagnosis, of Personality Disorder (PD) and their carers. The aim of the Managing Emotions Programme is to help train and empower people to develop the skills to manage their own recovery or the recovery of those they care for or work with.

Job Overview

The post holder will deliver the 3 tiers of recovery-focused, psycho-educational courses related to improving the self-management of emotional intensity to group members. They will support the recruitment, management and supervision of Managing Emotions Programme (MEP) staff along with the clinical lead and service manager. They will have direct involvement in the development, delivery and evaluation of the MEP.

Main duties of the job

NHS Competency

Level

Personal Competencies

Communication

4

Interpersonal Sensitivity

2

Personal and People Development

4

Courage

2

Health, Safety and Security

4

Teamwork

2

Service Improvement

4

Quality

3

Equality and Diversity

3

Values

IT Skills

3

Treat People Well

Statutory Requirements

Create Respectful Places

NONE

Involve not Ignore

Open, Inclusive and Accountable

Qualifications required

BSc Honours Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy, Mental Health Nursing (RMN) or equivalent qualification.

Professional Registration with HCPC, NMC or equivalent.

Driving licence suitable for use in the United Kingdom

Experience Required

Postgraduate/post qualification experience working in a clinical role with people who have a personality disorder or other mental health difficulties, for a minimum of 12months.

1 year minimum experience of providing clinical supervision to others.

Experience of groupwork, teaching or training others (2 year minimum).

Experience delivering one or more of the main therapies; DBT, CBT, ACT or similar.

12 months experience of working as a senior, clinical member of an MDT

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job summary

Are you a qualified Occupational Therapist looking for a new opportunity to work in an organisation that will help you develop and achieve your goals to become the best you can be? If so, you're in luck - Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust has an opportunity to join our Older Adult Inpatient teams based in Stafford.

Baswich Ward is an Older Adult ward covering the South Staffordshire area. Sometimes we have patients from other areas. We provide care for males and females with possible or diagnosed organic mental illnesses such as dementia.

We are looking for caring, compassionate individual to work within our older adult inpatient team who are committed to providing high-quality care and treatment to our patients. Working in an older adult environment can be challenging, but with the right team, positive attitude, and resilience we are rising to the challenge and reaping the reward of being able to support people during their most challenging times.

Main duties of the job

• As a Registered Occupational Therapist you will be part of a team providing a specialist older adult mental health service. The service will deliver a pathway of care in accordance with the latest evidence-base, which puts the service user's needs at the centre of the service.
• Each team member will be responsible for supporting a culture of "wrapping the service around the person" and will need to work flexibly in order to ensure that pathways work together as a whole service, to meet the person's needs.
• You will have a level of knowledge and expertise acquired through in-depth experience of mental health issues underpinned by extensive post registration experience to develop skills, knowledge and an excellent values base. There is an expectation that all work is underpinned by theoretical and technical knowledge, in addition to practical experience gained from a degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy and other relevant training. Clinical service delivery will incorporate a range of graded therapeutic interventions using occupational performance to address skill deficits enabling the client in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Details

Date posted

16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

301-LBG-26-8281560

Job locations

Baswich Ward, St Georges Hospital

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Dip COT or degree in Occupational Therapy
• Member of professional body RCOT
• HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist

Desirable

• Leadership qualification/ training

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of extensive post registration experience with working with older adults/adults experiencing mental health related difficulties
• Experience of providing student placements and supervision.
• Experience of integrating care delivery across multi-disciplinary /multi agency teams
• Experience in providing supervision and support to other staff

Desirable

• Previous knowledge and experience of inpatient mental health settings.
• To be able to negotiate and manage conflict in clinical situations.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Dip COT or degree in Occupational Therapy Member of professional body RCOT HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist Desirable Leadership qualification/ training Experience Essential Evidence of extensive post registration experience with working with older adults/adults experiencing mental health related difficulties Experience of providing student placements and supervision. Experience of integrating care delivery across multi-disciplinary /multi agency teams Experience in providing supervision and support to other staff Desirable Previous knowledge and experience of inpatient mental health settings. To be able to negotiate and manage conflict in clinical situations.

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Baswich Ward, St Georges Hospital

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Baswich Ward, St Georges Hospital

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

Internal secondment considered.

The Learning Disabilities team within the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin has a wonderful opportunity for an Allied Health Profession Assistant.

In the role you will engage young people and their carers in co-produced/planned therapy programmes and encourage them in a compassionate manner, towards achieving their identified goals and to promote independence and well-being through a client centred approach.

You will use clinical judgement to support the implementation of the intervention packages with consultation from the Allied Health Professional (AHP).

The aim of the role is to

To provide the best possible experience for young people and carers.

To show commitment to and participate in quality improvement activities.

To promote at all times a positive image of people with a learning disability.

To promote at all times a positive image of the AHP service and the wider Trust.

If you have an AHP Assistant qualification and experience of supporting people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities/ autism we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Carries own case load which remains the responsibility of the registered Occupational Therapist & Speech and Language Therapist. Young people may exhibit distress or have difficult family situations of relevance. Engage young people with the whole AHP Therapy process, including contributing to assessments, interventions and evaluation, feeding back the findings to registered Occupational Therapist & Speech and Language Therapist. Under guidance, demonstrate knowledge and application of theory into practice.
• Assesses and manages risk effectively in clinical and community settings.
• Develops and implements session plans for young people, within a treatment programme prescribed by a registered Occupational Therapist &/ or Speech and Language Therapist.
• Monitors young person progress making adjustments to activities (within established parameters) and feeding back to the registered Occupational Therapist & Speech and Language Therapist in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Uses technical and creative skills to engage young people in therapeutic activities and encourages young people/carers to support them in achieving their identified goals.
• Provides information and practical advice, within scope of own competency to young people and carers and other healthcare/education/social care staff involved in young people' care.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Job summary

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a psychology graduate with applied experience to join Change Grow Live in supporting people facing challenges such as substance use and emotional distress. The post involves delivering psychologically informed care, including assessments and low-level interventions, as well as contributing to staff training and multi-agency collaboration. Supervision from a senior psychologist and structured professional development are integral to the role.

Working for Change Grow Live means joining a forward-thinking organisation committed to a whole-person approach, psychological safety, and empowerment. You will be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary environment where your contribution directly impacts individuals recovery and well-being, while also advancing your career within a nationally respected service

Main duties of the job

The role aims to support the development of psychologically informed drug and alcohol services by providing psychological and psychosocial interventions. The post is suited to a psychology graduate with relevant applied experience who is keen to make a difference in the lives of people affected by substance use and emotional distress. Working under the supervision of a senior psychologist, the role involves assessments, brief interventions (individual and group), and supporting staff training. The post-holder will be part of a multidisciplinary team, liaising with wider health, social care, and criminal justice services. There are also opportunities for professional development and peer support.

About us

Believe in people

At Change Grow Live, above all else we believe in people. It's the one thing that acts as a foundation for all our work.

If you use our services: we understand what you're going through. We won't judge. We believe you can make positive changes in your life.

If you work or volunteer for us: we believe in your potential. We believe you can do brilliant, life-changing work.

Our mission and vision

Our mission is to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.

The vision we're working towards is to develop, deliver and share a whole person approach that changes society.

We believe that having diverse people working as part of our team makes us the organisation that we are.

We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and to make Change Grow Live a great place to work.

The safety of vulnerable children, young people and adults is our absolute priority. We will support you in your role to make sure that you are equipped to support the safety of people who use our services and those around them, to the highest standard possible.

Job summary

The CYP Autism team in Rugeley has a wonderful opportunity for a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to join them working 22.5 hours per week

In consultation with the Service Leads for the CYP Autism Service you will provide a highly specialist psychology service to Children and Young People with Autism, or possible autism, diagnoses in South Staffordshire.

In the role you will be responsible for providing highly specialist psychological input across three main areas:

o Autism assessment

o Highly specialist advice, support & intervention to CYP with a diagnosis of autism & their families.

o Highly specialist advice, support & intervention to young people (19-25) with an existing diagnosis of autism & an Education & Health Care Plan.

This role will incorporate highly complex psychological assessments leading to psychological formulations of distress; interpretation and opinion; forming judgements to inform service provision and providing necessary psychological interventions.

You will be responsible for the clinical supervision of less experienced psychologists & assistant psychologists, supervising & supporting the psychological assessment & therapy provided by other clinical members of the CYP Autism service who provide psychologically based care & intervention. To include the provision of training placements for Psychologists in Training as required, following gaining the necessary post-qualification requirements (STAR training, requisite post-qualification experience).

Main duties of the job

• This role involves highly complex assessments leading to psychological formulations, development of care plans, the delivery of interventions to this population and use of outcome measures to evaluate service effectiveness.
• To provide highly specialist diagnostic assessments of children and young people to include standardised assessments such as ADOS 2 and ADI-R.
• To work as a member of a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). The psychologist will present complex assessment information in MDT meetings and work with colleagues in MDT to agree whether referred children and young people meet diagnostic criteria for autism.
• The role will also entail offering advice and consultation on clients' psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues and to other, non-professional carers, working autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the service's policies and procedures.
• There will be an opportunity to utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and research within the area served by the team/service.
• You will be required to work in clinic and community settings such as CAMHS clinic bases, nurseries, schools and children's centres and with children and parents in their own homes.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please note: If you use Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of your application, we encourage you to review the Trust's guidance on the use of AI within the recruitment process. Further information can be found on Join Us :: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust or www.mpft.nhs.uk/joinus

Job summary

Do you want to be part of an innovative, dynamic organisation that is committed to delivering the best care by the best people? We are looking to appoint people who are as passionate as we are about high quality care.

There is a full time and part time 0.6 FTE role available. The successful candidate will need the ability to work autonomously within the context of a multi-disciplinary team approach and undertake specific work with young people and their families. Excellent assessment skills and the ability to formulate clinical decisions and management plans are essential, including assessment and management of risk.

The role will be within Oldham CAMHS Core team, assessing and formulating treatment plans for young people. This will involve both routine mental health assessments and providing ongoing evidenced based interventions.

You will strive to achieve the best for every young person, show commitment to delivering evidence based practice and have the capability of making clinical decisions around complex and emotive issues, supported by knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding in relation to the client group. You will monitor and evaluate treatment offered to service users adhering to professional and Trust guidelines and using routine outcome measures related to service development and reporting. You must be an excellent communicator, be flexible, self motivated and have a willingness to build links with colleagues across team and agencies.

Main duties of the job

This is a busy multi-disciplinary CAMHS team which includes nurses, psychologists, social workers and psychiatrists. A key focus of the service leadership team will be implementing transformation that ensures timely access to high quality care. Our vision is for our local community to be well equipped to support the young people of Oldham to grow up with good emotional health and wellbeing. We work closely with our partners in education, children's services and the 3rd sector to achieve the recently developed ambitious Local Transformation Plan for CAMHS services. This plan provides us with the guide and resources to begin delivering our vision of having CAMHS workers available in new ways, and working closely with children's universal and targeted services in each of our locality areas.

About us

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

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

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

Job summary

Summary of the Role:

Due to an increase in funding , an exciting opportunity has arisen to join an expanding , dynamic stop smoking team. We are looking for two Tobacco Dependence Advisors . The post holders will contribute to supporting people within the borough, who want to stop smoking or using tobacco, contributing to the reduction of smoking rates thus improve the health of the local population, reduce smoking related ill health, disability and preventable death and reduce health inequalities.

Please note:This vacancy does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship, unless you meet the criteria by temporary exemption from current changes to immigration rules put in force on 22/07/2025. "Separate provisions are applied to workers who have been sponsored and held continuously Skilled Worker visa since prior to 04/04/2024."

As such, if you don't meet the Transitional Provision (above) we are unable to consider your application unless you can provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the United Kingdom. If you believe you are eligible for sponsorship or already hold a valid right to work in the UK, please ensure you provide full details of your immigration status in the Pre-Screening Immigration section of your application form.

Please note role eligibility also depends on whether the role meets the salary threshold for the relevant occupational code (SOC CODE).

For further info please visit:Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

To provide smoking cessation advice and support through established groups, one to one and telephone interventions in local community settings.

To provide smoking cessation interventions in line with the evidence base and to agreed National standards

Utilise motivational techniques, assess client's motivation to quit smoking and maintain relationships with the client group to support smoking cessation

Develop an action plan with the client and discuss the use of appropriate pharmacological support suitable to them.

Extensive relevant knowledge of evidence-based information on smoking cessation approaches and methods

Attend bespoke training events as required for career and continuous professional development.

Extensive knowledge of health-related behaviour change evidence

About us

The AddictionsDirectorate with CNWLFoundation Trust is a large, well-establishedprovider which offers a wide range of specialist NHS drug and alcohol treatment interventions to the diverse and multicultural populations in Central and North West London. Our Drug and Alcohol services includecommunity services, and the NationalGambling Service and a Club Drug Clinic. In addition, we provide smoking cessation services in Hillingdon and Camden & Islington.

CNWL is committed to providing high quality, evidence-based treatment options and is a learning organisation which promotes staff competence and training and values clinical governance, audit and research. We are linked with Imperial College, University of London, University College London and numerous other local universities and are committed to evaluating our services and developing new and innovative approaches.

Hillingdon Stop Smoking Service is committed to providing accessible, evidenced based services that treat tobacco dependence, effectively helping smokers to stop smoking, reduce smoking health harms and inequality and ensure residents stay healthy, giving children the best start in life.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£33,262 to £36,027 a year per annum inclusive Outer HCAS Pro Rata (pro rata if P/T)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

333-D-AD-0639

Job locations

Addictions Recovery Community Hillingdon ( Arch)

64 High Street

Uxbridge

UB8 1JP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide smoking cessation advice and support through established groups, one to one and telephone interventions in local community settings.

To provide smoking cessation interventions in line with the evidence base and to agreed National standards

Utilise motivational techniques, assess clients motivation to quit smoking and maintain relationships with the client group to support smoking cessation

Develop an action plan with the client and discuss the use of appropriate pharmacological support suitable to them.

Extensive relevant knowledge of evidence-based information on smoking cessation approaches and methods

Attend bespoke training events as required for career and continuous professional development.

Extensive knowledge of health-related behaviour change evidence

Responsible for continuous learning knowledge of smoking cessation using the NCSCT online training packages

Assess clients motivation to quit to determine best course of action in their quit attempt

Review personal objectives to ensure that they are effectively met in accordance with service work-plan

Participate in regular reviews of service provision including venues, frequency and timing to ensure the needs of the clients needs are met

Job description Job responsibilities To provide smoking cessation advice and support through established groups, one to one and telephone interventions in local community settings. To provide smoking cessation interventions in line with the evidence base and to agreed National standards Utilise motivational techniques, assess clients motivation to quit smoking and maintain relationships with the client group to support smoking cessation Develop an action plan with the client and discuss the use of appropriate pharmacological support suitable to them. Extensive relevant knowledge of evidence-based information on smoking cessation approaches and methods Attend bespoke training events as required for career and continuous professional development. Extensive knowledge of health-related behaviour change evidence Responsible for continuous learning knowledge of smoking cessation using the NCSCT online training packages Assess clients motivation to quit to determine best course of action in their quit attempt Review personal objectives to ensure that they are effectively met in accordance with service work-plan Participate in regular reviews of service provision including venues, frequency and timing to ensure the needs of the clients needs are met

Person Specification

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• oA good level of general education to include O Level or GCSE standard for English and Math's or equivalent.
• oCompleted the National Centre for Smoking Cessation Training (NCSCT) or level 2 Smoking Cessation training.

Desirable

• oAdditional modules of smoking cessation training via NCSCT for specialist priority groups

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Paid/unpaid relevant to job

Essential

• oExperienced in providing a range of evidenced based behavioral change interventions
• oExperience of and knowledge of Nicotine Replacement Therapy.
• oExperience of providing Motivational Enhancement Therapy
• oExperience of promoting health & wellbeing sessions.

Desirable

• oExperience of working in addictions services and working with client group.
• oExperience of audit and service user satisfaction feedback and analysis.
• oExperience and an understanding of the role of service users and promoting the 'experts by experience 'model of service provision.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES

Essential

• oAbility to be work flexibly within this setting,
• oAbility to develop a therapeutic rapport with SUs
• oAbility to prioritise and plan workload to meet deadlines and competing demands.
• oExperience of working with partner agencies and communicating clinical information to ensure positive outcomes for service users.

Desirable

• oGood understanding of local and national policies relating to Stop Smoking Service provision - NHS Long Term Plan

ATTITUDES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Essential

• oCompassion for Service Users experiencing addiction and associated physical and psychological health problems.
• oAbility to maintain quality in own work.
• oFlexible attitude to work
• oAble to work autonomously and within a team.

Person Specification EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Essential oA good level of general education to include O Level or GCSE standard for English and Math's or equivalent. oCompleted the National Centre for Smoking Cessation Training (NCSCT) or level 2 Smoking Cessation training. Desirable oAdditional modules of smoking cessation training via NCSCT for specialist priority groups PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Paid/unpaid relevant to job Essential oExperienced in providing a range of evidenced based behavioral change interventions oExperience of and knowledge of Nicotine Replacement Therapy. oExperience of providing Motivational Enhancement Therapy oExperience of promoting health & wellbeing sessions. Desirable oExperience of working in addictions services and working with client group. oExperience of audit and service user satisfaction feedback and analysis. oExperience and an understanding of the role of service users and promoting the 'experts by experience 'model of service provision. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES Essential oAbility to be work flexibly within this setting, oAbility to develop a therapeutic rapport with SUs oAbility to prioritise and plan workload to meet deadlines and competing demands. oExperience of working with partner agencies and communicating clinical information to ensure positive outcomes for service users. Desirable oGood understanding of local and national policies relating to Stop Smoking Service provision - NHS Long Term Plan ATTITUDES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Essential oCompassion for Service Users experiencing addiction and associated physical and psychological health problems. oAbility to maintain quality in own work. oFlexible attitude to work oAble to work autonomously and within a team.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addictions Recovery Community Hillingdon ( Arch)

64 High Street

Uxbridge

UB8 1JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addictions Recovery Community Hillingdon ( Arch)

64 High Street

Uxbridge

UB8 1JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you looking for a new role utilising your Occupational Therapist skills within the community Mental Health teams? We are looking for enthusiastic Band 6 Occupational Therapists. Opportunities available to join the Community Rehabilitation Team in North Lincolnshire, Scunthorpe

We have an exciting opportunity to join a new mental health community rehabilitation service for people living in North Lincolnshire and we are looking for enthusiastic and innovative professionals to help us embed this new 7-day service. The service will enable people to receive an intensive community rehabilitation service closer to home in their own community. We are transforming with the NHS Long Term Plan (2019) for Mental Health at the heart of our innovations.

The community rehabilitation service will consist of a multi-disciplinary, multi-agency workforce, working collaboratively between Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) and North Lincolnshire Council to share skills and specialisms to support individuals and improve their quality of life.

Main duties of the job

MAIN DUTIES

To work within an occupational therapy mental health pathway aimed at supporting people to achieve their recovery goals/ functional stability

To carry out assessments and interventions, utilising the OT process, from initial assessment to discharge planning and evaluation. Develop clinical formulation and apply clinical reasoning.

To undertake risk assessments; document, report and act on identified concerns.

Treat, monitor, develop each individuals OT programme, measure outcomes and discharge appropriately.

To use MOHO as a core framework for practice (including MOHO based standardised assessments and formulations for pre-post therapy outcome measures and patient-centred goal planning)

Educate, guide and supervise patient as individuals or in groups.

Educate carers on the support and management of the patients needs.

Negotiate, agree expectations and set appropriate, realistic and individualised therapy goals in partnership with the patients, carer and colleagues.

Participate in multidisciplinary case review meetings to discuss progress and to plan treatment and safe discharge.

Refer to other agencies as appropriate.

Communicate complex, sensitive, distressing and contentious information effectively and compassionately with patient, carers, and staff in the multi-disciplinary team and other agencies.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-NLTT-0252-D

Job locations

Elizabeth Quarter

High Street,

Scunthorpe

DN15 6SX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.

Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with Health and Care Professions Council.
• Practice Placement Educator Qualification
• Willingness to undertake post-graduate study relevant to service area

Experience

Essential

• Appropriate demonstrable post registration experience with demonstrable experience at senior level in mental health services for adults
• Supervisory responsibility for staff.
• Documented evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience of research and audit procedures.

Desirable

• Experience of a range of mental health settings

knowlege and Skills

Essential

• Extensive demonstrable clinical experience including individual and group work.
• Excellent communication skills - written and verbal
• Ability to organise and respond efficiently to complex information.
• Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities.
• Ability to build effective multidisciplinary/agency working relationships.
• Problem solving abilities.
• Supervisory/appraisal skills.
• Leadership skills
• Training and facilitation skills.
• Computer Literacy
• Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
• Specialist knowledge and application of occupational therapy assessments and interventions relevant to client group.
• Understanding and of occupational therapy outcome measures.
• Detailed knowledge of mental health legislation and current practice.
• Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues.

Other

Essential

• oTo abide by Royal College of Occupational Therapists Code of Conduct and Trust Policies and Procedures
• Access to a vehicle as this role will include transport of patients within the local community.

Desirable

• Membership of professional body
• Membership of RCOT Specialist Section

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy Registration with Health and Care Professions Council. Practice Placement Educator Qualification Willingness to undertake post-graduate study relevant to service area Experience Essential Appropriate demonstrable post registration experience with demonstrable experience at senior level in mental health services for adults Supervisory responsibility for staff. Documented evidence of continuing professional development. Experience of research and audit procedures. Desirable Experience of a range of mental health settings knowlege and Skills Essential Extensive demonstrable clinical experience including individual and group work. Excellent communication skills - written and verbal Ability to organise and respond efficiently to complex information. Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities. Ability to build effective multidisciplinary/agency working relationships. Problem solving abilities. Supervisory/appraisal skills. Leadership skills Training and facilitation skills. Computer Literacy Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance. Specialist knowledge and application of occupational therapy assessments and interventions relevant to client group. Understanding and of occupational therapy outcome measures. Detailed knowledge of mental health legislation and current practice. Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues. Other Essential oTo abide by Royal College of Occupational Therapists Code of Conduct and Trust Policies and Procedures Access to a vehicle as this role will include transport of patients within the local community. Desirable Membership of professional body Membership of RCOT Specialist Section

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Elizabeth Quarter

High Street,

Scunthorpe

DN15 6SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Elizabeth Quarter

High Street,

Scunthorpe

DN15 6SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are excited to offer positions for Mental Health Practitioners in ourElmbridge NeighbourhoodMental health Team in the Brief Intervention pathway.

As a Community Psychiatric Nurse, you will work within a neighbourhood team, partnering with statutory, voluntary, and community sector organisations to deliver a coordinated, person-centred approach to care.

The successful candidate will provide specialist mental health assessment, intervention, treatment, and ongoing support to patients within their own homes and community settings. You will act as aCare Coordinator/Lead Professional, where appropriate, ensuring high-quality care that promotes recovery, independence, and wellbeing.

You will be supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team and have opportunities to further develop your clinical knowledge and leadership skills.

Subject to reasonable adjustments in respect of any disability, candidates must possess a valid driving licence and be able to drive and have the unrestricted use of a car or motorcycle for work at all times including community based work.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake comprehensive mental health assessments and risk assessments.
• Deliver evidence-based nursing interventions and treatment plans.
• Act as a Care Coordinator/Lead Professional for individuals with complex mental health needs.
• Work collaboratively with patients, carers, families, and partner agencies.
• Promote recovery-focused and person-centred care.
• Contribute to safeguarding, risk management, and clinical governance requirements.
• Support service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate good communications skills and able to work collaboratively within a multi-agency team.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year Incl 5% Fringe HCAS pa, pro-rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

325-8286084-COMM

Job locations

The Joseph Palmer Site

319a Walton Road

Molesey

KT8 2QG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will maintain client confidentiality, work closely with external agencies, and follow Trust and service policies and procedures. They will accurately record information, work safely and independently when required, support the team, and contribute to a safe working environment. The role also involves undertaking training and professional development, participating in performance reviews, and maintaining a good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities for both adults and children. Please see detailed job description

Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will maintain client confidentiality, work closely with external agencies, and follow Trust and service policies and procedures. They will accurately record information, work safely and independently when required, support the team, and contribute to a safe working environment. The role also involves undertaking training and professional development, participating in performance reviews, and maintaining a good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities for both adults and children. Please see detailed job description

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• NMC Registered RMHN Recognized nursing qualification RMN or degree in appropriate subject, including the Foundation Nursing Degree or Psychology Able To drive. Clean license.

Desirable

• Any additional courses relevant to health and social care

Experience

Essential

• Have a minimum 1 year Community experience working with people with mental health (can be pre- qualification).

Desirable

• Experience can be working in a relevant health, social care or voluntary sector setting

Person Specification Qualification Essential NMC Registered RMHN Recognized nursing qualification RMN or degree in appropriate subject, including the Foundation Nursing Degree or Psychology Able To drive. Clean license. Desirable Any additional courses relevant to health and social care Experience Essential Have a minimum 1 year Community experience working with people with mental health (can be pre- qualification). Desirable Experience can be working in a relevant health, social care or voluntary sector setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Joseph Palmer Site

319a Walton Road

Molesey

KT8 2QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Joseph Palmer Site

319a Walton Road

Molesey

KT8 2QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

This role provides an exciting opportunity for a newly or recently qualified HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist to progress their career through a structured and supported preceptorship scheme. Change Grow Lives Preceptorship Process provides the opportunity for this role to demonstrate competence and confidence across a wide range of domains as you become more established in your career, with a defined pathway through to a Highly Specialist Practitioner Psychologist post. This is covered under a separate job description, but successful completion of the internal preceptorship process will result in you moving to that higher grade within your existing service. Change Grow Live will enable you to further develop your skills and provide ongoing opportunities for professional development.

We would welcome applications from trainee Practitioner Psychologists due to complete training in 2025, as well as more experienced Practitioner Psychologists.

It is anticipated that the preceptorship process is achievable within 18 months 3 years, dependent on the experience of the successful candidate.

Location covering a service/s Blackpool

• Based from a local delivery hub Blackpool
• Contracted Hours 37.5 hours
• Category Clinical/Managerial
• Type of contract Permanent - with opportunity to progress upon formally assessed completion of an approximate two-year preceptorship programme

Main duties of the job

• Provide focused support to deliver against the role primary functions as listed above these will lead all delivery and activity and should be considered the primary role specific responsibilities ahead of all others noted.
• As part of the local service team, provide clinical leadership; supporting your own services development to deliver psychology, psychosocial therapy and talking therapies, and linkage to relevant local pathways for support.
• Work as a professional registered within professional guidelines.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision within the sphere of your professional expertise.
• Provide evidence-based and evidence-informed interventions with due regard to issues of equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Actively promote integrated health/care professional working internally and externally.
• Facilitate the development of a positive and supportive team culture.
• Deliver regular monthly reflective practice, team formulations and other psychologically informed approaches for clinical and non-clinical teams.
• Take an active interest in working parties and groups within the wider service to develop and improve on service delivery, protocols and guidelines.
• Support delivery and understanding of an effective, trauma-informed psychology provision within your service, supporting MDT understanding of evidence based/evidence-informed provision.
• Lead the more junior psychological professionals within your service

About us

Believe in people

At Change Grow Live, above all else we believe in people. It's the one thing that acts as a foundation for all our work.

If you use our services: we understand what you're going through. We won't judge. We believe you can make positive changes in your life.

If you work or volunteer for us: we believe in your potential. We believe you can do brilliant, life-changing work.

Our mission and vision

Our mission is to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.

The vision we're working towards is to develop, deliver and share a whole person approach that changes society.

We believe that having diverse people working as part of our team makes us the organisation that we are.

We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and to make Change Grow Live a great place to work.

The safety of vulnerable children, young people and adults is our absolute priority. We will support you in your role to make sure that you are equipped to support the safety of people who use our services and those around them, to the highest standard possible.

Job summary

About Moston Grange:

Moston Grange, a 64-bed nursing home comprising of four units (two male-only and two female-only), is committed to providing specialised care for adults over the age of 65 with various complex needs, including: Dementia or other associated conditions, alcohol-related problems, acquired brain injuries, progressive conditions such as Huntington's and mental health conditions. We take pride in our achievement of Outstanding CQC ratings in both 2020 and 2022, which are a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering excellence in person-centred care. We see the person, not the condition; creating an environment for our residents that everyone would be proud to call home and providing 24-hour support to understand emotions and reduce distress through careful diagnosis and empathy.

Main duties of the job

About you:

You are committed to assisting in providing an exceptional mealtime experience to our residents.

You will maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen and receive and check stock deliveries.

You have good awareness of regulatory requirements in line with food preparation and cleaning.

You can work well independently and in a team.

About us

About EHC and our values:

Equilibrium Healthcare is one of the leading healthcare providers in the Greater Manchester area. We are a vibrant community of dedicated individuals committed to transforming mental health care. Our vision is to provide cutting edge innovation and advanced technology to enhance the lives of everyone in our care. EHC strives to redefine the standards of mental health treatment, ensuring the well-being of both its team and residents. Our values revolve around People, Care, Environment, and Innovation. We believe that by placing people at the heart of what we do, delivering exceptional care, fostering a supportive environment, and consistently pushing the boundaries of innovation, we can make a positive impact in the lives of our residents, our team, and our community.