Job summary

We are delighted to introduce psychology across our all-age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance community-based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing a mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop psychology provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing a psychological perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen psychological leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Senior Psychologist within the team, you will be providing expert psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions for people who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and their families. Your psychologically informed interventions will support recovery, resilience, and wellbeing, helping individuals to better understand and manage their difficulties. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and facilitate timely discharges from hospital where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their carers/support staff by delivering high quality psychology assessments, formulation and interventions; providing consultation, supervision and guidance to band 7, to trainees,assistant psychologists and others as required.

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 these 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 description

Job responsibilities

• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the psychological needs of people using our services.
• To promote a psychological perspective both within teams and sharing with other colleagues.
• To lead on complex and challenging cases and develop expertise within area of specialism.
• To work collaboratively with team managers/ Clinical leads in the development and delivering of effective services.
• To mentor, supervise and teach qualified and unqualified staff including students.
• To leading on a specific service development projects.

See job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
• Completion of an appropriate clinical supervision course to enable supervision of trainees (or completion within 6 months of commencement in post)
• Holds a drivers lincense and has access to a vehicle for work purposes

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist

Experience

Essential

• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic
• Demonstrable post registration/clinical experience and competency relevant to this care group
• Experience of contributing to clinical practice/service development / project work.
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee clinical psychologists

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).

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce psychology across our all-age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance community-based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing a mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop psychology provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing a psychological perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen psychological leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Senior Psychologist within the team, you will be providing expert psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions for people who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and their families. Your psychologically informed interventions will support recovery, resilience, and wellbeing, helping individuals to better understand and manage their difficulties.

You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and facilitate timely discharges from hospital where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their carers/support staff by delivering high quality psychology assessments, formulation and interventions; providing consultation, supervision and guidance to band 7s, to trainees,assistant psychologists and others as required.

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 these 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 description

Job responsibilities

• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the psychological needs of people using our services.
• To promote a psychological perspective both within teams and sharing with other colleagues.
• To lead on complex and challenging cases and develop expertise within area of specialism.
• To work collaboratively with team managers/ Clinical leads in the development and delivering of effective services.
• To mentor, supervise and teach qualified and unqualified staff including students.
• To leading on a specific service development projects.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
• Completion of an appropriate clinical supervision course to enable supervision of trainees
• Driving license which can be used in the UK, and access to a car for work purposes

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist

Experience

Essential

• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic
• Demonstrable post registration/clinical experience and competency relevant to this care group.
• Experience of contributing to clinical practice/service development / project work.
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee clinical psychologists

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).

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce occupational therapy across our all age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance comunity based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing an mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop occupational therapy provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing an occupational perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen occupational therapy leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist within the team you will be providing expert occupational therapy assessment, formulation and interventions for people who are experiencing acute mental health crisis and their families. Your occupationally focused interventions will support recovery, independence and participation in meaningful occupations. You will work collaborative within a multi-disciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and support timely discharges from hospital.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their families/carers/support staff by delivering high quality occupational therapy assessments, interventions, formulation, and consultation.

Provision of clinical leadership, supervision, and guidance to the team and others as required.

These will be undertaken within an accessible, non-stigmatising, service that contributes to the specialist needs of the individuals referred.

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 these 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 description

Job responsibilities

• To provide high quality and evidence -based occupational therapy assessment, formulation, intervention and consultation to people with complex needs who access services and their carers/supporters/family members, in line with occupational therapy and service pathways.

• To communicate effectively with a range of clinicians, managers, directors, associate directors, people who access services, carers/supporters/family members, stakeholders, and agencies.

• To provide compassionate and effective leaderships to junior staff including support staff.

• To strengthen and actively contribute to the overall leadership of the service.

• To support the team managers and clinical leads in the development and delivery of effective services.

Please see the attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Occupational Therapy professional qualification
• Driving license suitable for driving in the UK and access to a vehicle for work purposes

Desirable

• Additional academic clinical qualification relevant to area of work
• Leadership training or relevant leadership experience
• Clinical supervision training

Experience

Essential

• Extensive and relevant post qualification experience with people who have complex mental health needs
• Experience of leading clinical practice service development or project work
• Highly specialist knowledge of relevant occupational therapy assessment and treatment models
• Experience of providing supervision

Desirable

• Experience of representing occupational therapy within a service and Trust

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered as an Occupational Therapist

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).

Job summary

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 t

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. 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. Responsibilities include medication administration, providing medicines management services, and offering pharmacy-related information to patients, prison officers, and healthcare professionals. The role involves autonomous function within competency scope while supporting less experienced staff. Essential qualifications include NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent and GPhC registration.

About us

We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006, HCRG Care Group is one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services. We work with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency, and improved outcomes. The organization delivers and transforms 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. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people. We're a Disability Confident Committed company, working to provide facilities, work environment adjustments, and technical solutions to be inclusive of everyone.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£32,648 to £39,177.60 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1545570761

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

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified with an NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent, Registered Pharmacist Technician with current General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) membership

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

37.5 hours per week.

An exciting opportunity to work within MAIS service as an a experienced Mental Health Practitioner within Adult Mental Health Services. You will work within a registered-led multi-disciplinary Service delivering mental health assessments and interventions providing outstanding care in the community for Service Users.

As a Community Mental Health Practitioner, you will have the opportunity to provide a range of evidence based, recovery focussed interventions on both an individual and group basis to service users and their carers. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with and provide consultation to the wider support networks.

All Livewell Southwest staff are expected to able and willing to work across a 7 day service.

Job Share(s) Considered

"please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility"

Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline if a high number of applications are submitted. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application at the earliest opportunity

Main duties of the job

You will, as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team in accordance with Livewell policies, work collaboratively with service users with a significant degree of mental health complexity, their carers and other agencies, enabling them to access mental health specialist support when required in line with Recovery and Trauma Informed Principles.

You will manage a defined caseload, working closely with other statutory and non-statutory agencies to provide specialist mental health assessment and evidenced based treatments (both individual and group work based) for people mental health symptoms and complex presentations. You will deliver care in line with agreed principles and policies.

You will be responsible for prioritising workload and providing clinical advice to junior staff.

You will also be able to offer consultation to other services and contribute to multi agency forum, you will contribute to the training of others.

You will participate in, and chair, Risk Management and Professionals meetings.

You will have access to support and supervision from an experienced multi- disciplinary team.

You will contribute to the development of training programmes for junior staff and the local induction programme and mentor students.

You will lead on investigations for complaints, SIRI;s and grievances.

About us

Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs.

As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values, kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve.

We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives.

We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.

Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

B9832-2026-NM-10438

Job locations

Crownhill Court

Tailyour Road

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 5DH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE

The role works across multi-disciplinary teams who proactively provide a range of evidence-based interventions, including therapies and recovery orientated support for those with presenting mental health symptoms and presentation with complexity within the community.

This role links directly to Community Mental Health Services.

The service is made of up various mental health professionals who work with people to support recovery. Offering various therapeutic interventions to support individuals.

This role exists to make sure people receive the right support at the right time by coordinating care, strengthening communication between teams, and keeping a clear focus on safety and continuity. The post holder will work closely with partner agencies, families, and other professionals to ensure plans are joined up and responsive to changing needs.

SCOPE AND RANGE

The services are dedicated to enhancing the quality of mental health care and improving outcomes for adults with mental health needs in Plymouth. They work collaboratively with colleagues across relevant departments, developing tailored plans and delivering holistic bio psychosocial assessments and support to identify each patients mental health needs and any risks they may pose to themselves or others.

The teams work in close collaboration with other services including the CMHT, Personality Disorders and Complex Emotional Needs Service, Adult Social Care and voluntary sector.

The role includes a high level of autonomous working, with the post holder carrying out high-quality skilled mental health assessments and providing risk formulation and care plans for patients using the service. This will be in close collaboration with family, friends and carers.

Care is generally provided in peoples homes and in other community settings. The post holder will work across various Livewell and community sites.

The post holder will provide support and supervision to junior staff such as preceptor nurses, community support workers and peer support workers within the team.

The post will include flexible working patterns over the 7-day week to incorporate cover for a 24/7 service, including nights on-call if required.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

The post holder will be expected to be able to make clear clinical decisions based on the analysis of often complex presenting difficulties; this can include being the decision maker in terms of the onward care plan for patients experiencing crisis mental health needs.

Undertake holistic and comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment of patients referred to the service.

Utilise a range of clinical skills appropriate to the needs of individual patients and the clinical/ home setting in which they are seen

Ability to match patient need with available skills and resources.

Work closely with peer support workers and volunteers to enhance patient experience.

Provide a consultation-liaison service to clinicians and clinical teams referring to the teams. This will include giving specialist advice on care, treatment and patients management issues.

To be part of a multi-disciplinary team approach responding to individuals.

To provide skilled telephone advice to referrers, patients, and carers

To provide skilled telephone-based support to help avoid further escalation of an issue

To offer an mental health assessments and appointments in a location most convenient/appropriate for the patient; this may be in their home, telephone or in a clinical setting.

To provide MH assessment to patients to identify presenting symptoms and concerns.

Identify the most appropriate intervention required for patient, with an emphasis on positive risk management, and refer, as necessary.

Following assessments provide high quality assessment reports/letters to the relevant professionals. Monitor reports by junior staff to ensure they are of the same standards.

Maintain high standards of integrity when communicating with patients and others.

Demonstrate ability to use IT systems effectively including email and clinical systems used by the team.

Possess a good working knowledge of mental health legislation including Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty safeguards and use this in relation to advising and planning care, independently or with other professionals.

The post holder will provide assessment and interventions in the setting most appropriate to meet the patients needs.

Be able to make clinical decision.

Maintain high standards of clinical care to patients.

Formulate care plans, implement, and evaluate them alongside patients and carers ensuring informed consent is obtained.

To work within their professional registration (NMC, HCPC, BCAP) only.

Responsibility for People Management

Provide clinical supervision and line management supervision for junior members of staff.

Have the ability to challenge staff where the standard falls below expectations.

Have the ability to foster capability and support staff to develop.

Assist in education programmes provided for junior staff.

Provide mentorship for students both formally and informally.

Participate regularly in recruitment and selection of staff.

The post holder will actively participate in line management supervision with the Team Manager of the Team.

Provide line management for junior staff.

The post holder will actively participate in clinical supervision in accordance with Livewell SW policy.

The post holder will actively participate in the Livewell SW appraisal system and provide appraisals for junior staff.

Support the Team Practice Leads in the effective running of the team and monitoring of standards through effective clinical supervision of junior staff.

To take a clinical lead in absence of managers/ Practice leads.

Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources

To comply with Livewell Southwest financial policies and procedures.

Exercise a duty of care in relation to use of the organisations equipment and resources in a cost-effective manner.

To maintain equipment as issued to them by Livewell Southwest for the job role - Lone working devise, mobile phone and IT equipment.

The post holder would be responsible for the safe storage and stock control levels of medication if required (NMC registered).

The post holder would be expected to be an authorised signatory for the ordering and authorisation of medication if required (NMC registered).

Responsibility for administration

Maintain all records used by the team securely in line with the organisations policy and local practice.

The post holder will be responsible for updating their own practice, knowledge, and skills within their sphere of practice including Livewell SW mandatory training.

Knowledge of Mental Health and Mental Health service delivery.

To take a lead role in the co-ordination of shift ensuring appropriate allocation of work with the available skill mix utilising, prioritising, negotiation, and delegation skills.

Regularly take a lead in clinical meetings ensuring all patients are reviewed and decisions and plans are put into action and represent the patients views.

Liaise with other services to arrange appointments that both meet patient and service demands.

Responsible for electronic contacts and monitor the standard of work of junior staff.

Maintain confidentiality of the patients as per policy whilst sharing information when appropriate to do so.

Keep accurate and contemporaneous electronic/written patient records and comply with professional and organisational record keeping policies.

Comply with local and national policies in relation to confidentiality and information sharing protocols.

Responsibility for people who use our services

Advise referrers/family/patients, medical and other professional staff on the management of patients and contribute to care planning to meet identified needs.

Conduct risk assessments on all patients presenting to the service in line with up-to-date guidance and Livewell Southwest policy. The post holder will have highly developed risk assessment skills to manage complex presentations.

Evaluate effectiveness of care interventions with all disciplines of staff, adjusting care plans where necessary.

To provide skilled telephone advice to referrers, patients, and carers

Refer and signpost people to appropriate mental health services as required both within and outside of the organisations area. Assist people to complete self-referrals when this is in their best interests.

Involve carers and families of people with mental health needs, providing support and advice as needed.

Provide education to patients and carers to enhance their knowledge therefore improving longer-term concordance.

Promote RECOVERY

Provide education to patients and carers in line with current policy and good practice guidelines.

Demonstrate the ability to analyse often large amounts of complex information from a range of other services, assimilate these and their relevance to a persons mental health needs.

Formulate a clinical opinion including an assessment of risk and advise on an appropriate care plan.

Take a lead role in the collaboration and the planning of individual care with patient, carer, other Teams and Services. Including maintaining the safety of patients, staff, and the public in challenging, potentially violent situations.

Adhere to the Policy for the Safe, Secure and Handling of Medicines and local Home Treatment protocols ensuring patients receive medication in a safe and timely fashion.

Assess and monitor the effect of medication and report observations to medical staff.

For full details of this role, please see the attached Job description and personnel Specification.

Job description Job responsibilities JOB PURPOSEThe role works across multi-disciplinary teams who proactively provide a range of evidence-based interventions, including therapies and recovery orientated support for those with presenting mental health symptoms and presentation with complexity within the community.This role links directly to Community Mental Health Services.The service is made of up various mental health professionals who work with people to support recovery. Offering various therapeutic interventions to support individuals.This role exists to make sure people receive the right support at the right time by coordinating care, strengthening communication between teams, and keeping a clear focus on safety and continuity. The post holder will work closely with partner agencies, families, and other professionals to ensure plans are joined up and responsive to changing needs.SCOPE AND RANGEThe services are dedicated to enhancing the quality of mental health care and improving outcomes for adults with mental health needs in Plymouth. They work collaboratively with colleagues across relevant departments, developing tailored plans and delivering holistic bio psychosocial assessments and support to identify each patients mental health needs and any risks they may pose to themselves or others.The teams work in close collaboration with other services including the CMHT, Personality Disorders and Complex Emotional Needs Service, Adult Social Care and voluntary sector.The role includes a high level of autonomous working, with the post holder carrying out high-quality skilled mental health assessments and providing risk formulation and care plans for patients using the service. This will be in close collaboration with family, friends and carers.Care is generally provided in peoples homes and in other community settings. The post holder will work across various Livewell and community sites.The post holder will provide support and supervision to junior staff such as preceptor nurses, community support workers and peer support workers within the team.The post will include flexible working patterns over the 7-day week to incorporate cover for a 24/7 service, including nights on-call if required.MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESThe post holder will be expected to be able to make clear clinical decisions based on the analysis of often complex presenting difficulties; this can include being the decision maker in terms of the onward care plan for patients experiencing crisis mental health needs.Undertake holistic and comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment of patients referred to the service.Utilise a range of clinical skills appropriate to the needs of individual patients and the clinical/ home setting in which they are seenAbility to match patient need with available skills and resources.Work closely with peer support workers and volunteers to enhance patient experience.Provide a consultation-liaison service to clinicians and clinical teams referring to the teams. This will include giving specialist advice on care, treatment and patients management issues.To be part of a multi-disciplinary team approach responding to individuals.To provide skilled telephone advice to referrers, patients, and carersTo provide skilled telephone-based support to help avoid further escalation of an issueTo offer an mental health assessments and appointments in a location most convenient/appropriate for the patient; this may be in their home, telephone or in a clinical setting.To provide MH assessment to patients to identify presenting symptoms and concerns.Identify the most appropriate intervention required for patient, with an emphasis on positive risk management, and refer, as necessary.Following assessments provide high quality assessment reports/letters to the relevant professionals. Monitor reports by junior staff to ensure they are of the same standards.Maintain high standards of integrity when communicating with patients and others.Demonstrate ability to use IT systems effectively including email and clinical systems used by the team.Possess a good working knowledge of mental health legislation including Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty safeguards and use this in relation to advising and planning care, independently or with other professionals.The post holder will provide assessment and interventions in the setting most appropriate to meet the patients needs.Be able to make clinical decision.Maintain high standards of clinical care to patients.Formulate care plans, implement, and evaluate them alongside patients and carers ensuring informed consent is obtained.To work within their professional registration (NMC, HCPC, BCAP) only.Responsibility for People ManagementProvide clinical supervision and line management supervision for junior members of staff.Have the ability to challenge staff where the standard falls below expectations.Have the ability to foster capability and support staff to develop.Assist in education programmes provided for junior staff.Provide mentorship for students both formally and informally.Participate regularly in recruitment and selection of staff.The post holder will actively participate in line management supervision with the Team Manager of the Team.Provide line management for junior staff.The post holder will actively participate in clinical supervision in accordance with Livewell SW policy.The post holder will actively participate in the Livewell SW appraisal system and provide appraisals for junior staff.Support the Team Practice Leads in the effective running of the team and monitoring of standards through effective clinical supervision of junior staff.To take a clinical lead in absence of managers/ Practice leads.Responsibility for financial and/or physical resourcesTo comply with Livewell Southwest financial policies and procedures.Exercise a duty of care in relation to use of the organisations equipment and resources in a cost-effective manner.To maintain equipment as issued to them by Livewell Southwest for the job role - Lone working devise, mobile phone and IT equipment.The post holder would be responsible for the safe storage and stock control levels of medication if required (NMC registered).The post holder would be expected to be an authorised signatory for the ordering and authorisation of medication if required (NMC registered).Responsibility for administrationMaintain all records used by the team securely in line with the organisations policy and local practice.The post holder will be responsible for updating their own practice, knowledge, and skills within their sphere of practice including Livewell SW mandatory training.Knowledge of Mental Health and Mental Health service delivery.To take a lead role in the co-ordination of shift ensuring appropriate allocation of work with the available skill mix utilising, prioritising, negotiation, and delegation skills.Regularly take a lead in clinical meetings ensuring all patients are reviewed and decisions and plans are put into action and represent the patients views.Liaise with other services to arrange appointments that both meet patient and service demands.Responsible for electronic contacts and monitor the standard of work of junior staff.Maintain confidentiality of the patients as per policy whilst sharing information when appropriate to do so.Keep accurate and contemporaneous electronic/written patient records and comply with professional and organisational record keeping policies.Comply with local and national policies in relation to confidentiality and information sharing protocols.Responsibility for people who use our servicesAdvise referrers/family/patients, medical and other professional staff on the management of patients and contribute to care planning to meet identified needs.Conduct risk assessments on all patients presenting to the service in line with up-to-date guidance and Livewell Southwest policy. The post holder will have highly developed risk assessment skills to manage complex presentations.Evaluate effectiveness of care interventions with all disciplines of staff, adjusting care plans where necessary.To provide skilled telephone advice to referrers, patients, and carersRefer and signpost people to appropriate mental health services as required both within and outside of the organisations area. Assist people to complete self-referrals when this is in their best interests.Involve carers and families of people with mental health needs, providing support and advice as needed.Provide education to patients and carers to enhance their knowledge therefore improving longer-term concordance.Promote RECOVERYProvide education to patients and carers in line with current policy and good practice guidelines.Demonstrate the ability to analyse often large amounts of complex information from a range of other services, assimilate these and their relevance to a persons mental health needs.Formulate a clinical opinion including an assessment of risk and advise on an appropriate care plan.Take a lead role in the collaboration and the planning of individual care with patient, carer, other Teams and Services. Including maintaining the safety of patients, staff, and the public in challenging, potentially violent situations.Adhere to the Policy for the Safe, Secure and Handling of Medicines and local Home Treatment protocols ensuring patients receive medication in a safe and timely fashion.Assess and monitor the effect of medication and report observations to medical staff.For full details of this role, please see the attached Job description and personnel Specification.

Person Specification

Additional requirements And behavioural attributes

Essential

• To participate in on- call structure. Ability to work flexible hours.
• Able to work alone and unsupervised following induction period
• Reflective, curious and creative in approach to patient care
• Responsible and self-motivated, tact, diplomacy and self-confident.
• Able to manage difficult and distressing situations effectively.
• Flexible and adaptable, ability to learn new skills and develop role.
• Display values of being kind, respectful, inclusive, ambitious, responsible and collaborative. commitment to the aims and values of the NHS combined with high personal integrity.
• Committed to developing and improving mental health services.
• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.

Specific skills

Essential

• IT skills
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Risk assessment and formulation skills, including safety planning.
• Robust and positive approach towards risk assessment
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to prioritise and reprioritise work to meet clinical demand.
• Ability to identify and refer on for unmet need. Working effectively with patients who may have a variety of communication difficulties.
• Triaging referrals based on clinical urgency.
• Ability to manage environmental stress.
• Ability to work in a changing team.
• Articulate with a high level of communication skills.
• Ability to deal with high levels of emotional stress.
• Ability to sustain high levels of concentration.

Desirable

• Staff appraisal skills
• Committed to developing new ideas and improving patient care.
• Physical healthcare skills

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration experience of working with people with complex mental ill health within the community, including those who may abuse drugs and/or alcohol
• Significant experience as a Key Worker/ or Home Treatment/Crisis worker
• Experience of working collaboratively with patients and their families/carers
• Previous experience of working at a level relevant to the role, post registration experience in acute mental health.
• Completing complex mental health assessments in a variety of different settings in the community and signposting to relevant services
• Relapse prevention and Recovery Principles
• Experience of working with people in high levels of distress
• Extensive post-qualifying experience of practicing low intensity CBT interventions with people with a range of mental health problems in a community mental health setting

Desirable

• Experience of providing clinical supervision, mentoring, and teaching to students and other health professionals
• Experience of working in an acute inpatient unit
• Experience of working with older adults
• Experience of working with people with an offending background
• Experience of conducting basic physical health screening
• Previous experience of working in a community mental health setting.
• Evidence of developing and contributing to service development.
• Experience of change in health care.
• Collaborative working with peer support organisations
• Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis.
• Experience working with a psychologist or MH professional
• Experience of managing or supervising junior staff.
• Managing a caseload of clients with a range of mental health presentation.

Qualifications

Essential

• One of the following:
• RMN/Dip HE/BSc Mental Health Nursing NMC Registration
• RGN/Dip HE/BSc Registered Nurse NMC Registration
• Occupational Therapy Degree HCPC Registration
• Social Work Degree HCPC Registration
• Paramedic Science Degree/BSc/Dip HE HCPC Registration Registered

Desirable

• Post qualification experience/training in mental health and related issues.
• Clinical Supervision training
• Evidence of completion of statutory and mandatory training
• Mentorship qualification or equivalent experience.
• Non-medical prescriber or willingness to work towards this where appropriate.
• Leadership qualifications.
• (Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Mental health nurse, psychological wellbeing practitioner)

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of post registration development.
• Clinical Risk Assessment.
• Safeguarding Adults and Children
• Clinical Governance
• Care program approach & person-centered framework
• Psychological models of care and treatment
• Sound working knowledge of Mental Health Act (1983), Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (2005).
• Understanding of National guidelines and initiatives related to provision of mental health services
• Understanding of the provision of mental health care and recovery services in the community.
• Specialist knowledge of mental disorders and their impact on physical health.

Desirable

• CBT skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Solution focused therapy skills.
• Physical healthcare skills.
• Motivational interviewing skills.
• DBT skills.
• Cognitive assessment skills.
• Microsoft Outlook.
• Culturally competent assessment and intervention skills
• SystmOne, Care First or other electronic records system also eCPA

Person Specification Additional requirements And behavioural attributes Essential To participate in on- call structure. Ability to work flexible hours. Able to work alone and unsupervised following induction period Reflective, curious and creative in approach to patient care Responsible and self-motivated, tact, diplomacy and self-confident. Able to manage difficult and distressing situations effectively. Flexible and adaptable, ability to learn new skills and develop role. Display values of being kind, respectful, inclusive, ambitious, responsible and collaborative. commitment to the aims and values of the NHS combined with high personal integrity. Committed to developing and improving mental health services. Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport. Specific skills Essential IT skills Ability to prioritise workload Risk assessment and formulation skills, including safety planning. Robust and positive approach towards risk assessment Ability to work effectively under pressure. Ability to prioritise and reprioritise work to meet clinical demand. Ability to identify and refer on for unmet need. Working effectively with patients who may have a variety of communication difficulties. Triaging referrals based on clinical urgency. Ability to manage environmental stress. Ability to work in a changing team. Articulate with a high level of communication skills. Ability to deal with high levels of emotional stress. Ability to sustain high levels of concentration. Desirable Staff appraisal skills Committed to developing new ideas and improving patient care. Physical healthcare skills Experience Essential Significant post-registration experience of working with people with complex mental ill health within the community, including those who may abuse drugs and/or alcohol Significant experience as a Key Worker/ or Home Treatment/Crisis worker Experience of working collaboratively with patients and their families/carers Previous experience of working at a level relevant to the role, post registration experience in acute mental health. Completing complex mental health assessments in a variety of different settings in the community and signposting to relevant services Relapse prevention and Recovery Principles Experience of working with people in high levels of distress Extensive post-qualifying experience of practicing low intensity CBT interventions with people with a range of mental health problems in a community mental health setting Desirable Experience of providing clinical supervision, mentoring, and teaching to students and other health professionals Experience of working in an acute inpatient unit Experience of working with older adults Experience of working with people with an offending background Experience of conducting basic physical health screening Previous experience of working in a community mental health setting. Evidence of developing and contributing to service development. Experience of change in health care. Collaborative working with peer support organisations Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis. Experience working with a psychologist or MH professional Experience of managing or supervising junior staff. Managing a caseload of clients with a range of mental health presentation. Qualifications Essential One of the following: RMN/Dip HE/BSc Mental Health Nursing NMC Registration RGN/Dip HE/BSc Registered Nurse NMC Registration Occupational Therapy Degree HCPC Registration Social Work Degree HCPC Registration Paramedic Science Degree/BSc/Dip HE HCPC Registration Registered Desirable Post qualification experience/training in mental health and related issues. Clinical Supervision training Evidence of completion of statutory and mandatory training Mentorship qualification or equivalent experience. Non-medical prescriber or willingness to work towards this where appropriate. Leadership qualifications. (Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Mental health nurse, psychological wellbeing practitioner) Knowledge Essential Evidence of post registration development. Clinical Risk Assessment. Safeguarding Adults and Children Clinical Governance Care program approach & person-centered framework Psychological models of care and treatment Sound working knowledge of Mental Health Act (1983), Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (2005). Understanding of National guidelines and initiatives related to provision of mental health services Understanding of the provision of mental health care and recovery services in the community. Specialist knowledge of mental disorders and their impact on physical health. Desirable CBT skills. Problem solving skills. Solution focused therapy skills. Physical healthcare skills. Motivational interviewing skills. DBT skills. Cognitive assessment skills. Microsoft Outlook. Culturally competent assessment and intervention skills SystmOne, Care First or other electronic records system also eCPA

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

Crownhill Court

Tailyour Road

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 5DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Livewell Southwest

Address

Crownhill Court

Tailyour Road

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 5DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you passionate about transforming lives and delivering specialist psychological interventions to people with complex emotional needs?

Our specialist Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Service has been establish for over 10 years. Recognising the significant benefits to people who access DBT, we are significantly increasing the team's resources, so that it can have a greater impact across the Surrey and North-East Hampshire area.

Due to expansion and service growth, we are expanding our team and are looking for a Band 7 Psychologists or DBT Therapist to cover Trust wide.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a specialist service with over 10 years of DBT expertise.
• Help shape and develop an expanding service with ambitious plans for the future.
• Work alongside skilled, experienced and supportive multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Access regular supervision, consultation and excellent professional development opportunities.
• Make a genuine difference to the lives and opportunities of people with complex emotional needs.

Come and Grow With Us

This is an exciting time to join a thriving service that values innovation, clinical excellence and teamwork. If you're looking for a role where you can use your expertise to make a real and lasting impact, while being part of a supportive and ambitious team, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us and help shape the future of DBT provision across Surrey and North East Hampshire.

Main duties of the job

• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the psychological needs of people using our services.
• To mentor, supervise and teach qualified and unqualified staff including students
• Promote a psychological perspective both within teams and sharing with other colleagues
• Work collaboratively with team managers/ Clinical leads in the development and delivering of effective services
• Supporting specific service development projects
• The postholder will be expected to work flexibly within the service.

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 description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description document for more information on the requirements and main responsibilities for this job.

Person Specification

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered Clinical/Counselling Psychologist or DBT Therapist - PG Dip in DBT and core professional training (e.g. Nursing, Social work, OT), registered with appropriate professional registration body

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people from across the life span with a range of mental health issues and cognitive profiles.
• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic
• Candidates should demonstrate experience of working with individuals with complex emotional needs
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee clinical psychologists (Psychologists)
• Demonstrable post registration/clinical experience and competency relevant to this care group.
• Ability to manage difficult situations with service users that have complex presentations and/or behaviours that challenge, and to manage a demanding and complex caseload
• Demonstrable ability to remain calm and compassionate when faced with highly distressing situations.
• Knowledge and Experience of delivering DBT (DBT Therapist)
• It is essential to have a driving license and access to a vehicle for all community-based post where travel across sites and/or client visits are a significant part of the role

Qualifications

Essential

• Psychologist - Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology OR DBT Therapist - PG Dip in DBT and core professional training (e.g. Nursing, Social work, OT), registered with appropriate professional registration body

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).

Job summary

Are you passionate about transforming lives and delivering specialist psychological interventions to people with complex emotional needs?

Our specialist Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) team has been established for over 10 years.Recognising the significant benefits to people who access DBT, we are significantly increasing the team's resources, so that it can have a greater impact across the Surrey and North-East Hampshire area.

Due to expansion and service growth, we are expanding our team and are looking for 2 full time and one part time Clinical/Counselling Psychologists to join us.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a specialist service with over 10 years of DBT expertise.
• Help shape and develop an expanding service with ambitious plans for the future.
• Work alongside skilled, experienced and supportive multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Access regular supervision, consultation and excellent professional development opportunities.
• Make a genuine difference to the lives and opportunities of people with complex emotional needs.

Come and Grow With Us

This is an exciting time to join a thriving service that values innovation, clinical excellence and teamwork. If you're looking for a role where you can use your expertise to make a real and lasting impact, while being part of a supportive and ambitious team, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the psychological needs of people using our services.
• To mentor, supervise and teach qualified and unqualified staff including students
• Promoting a psychological perspective both within teams and sharing with other colleagues
• Work collaboratively with team managers/ Clinical leads in the development and delivering of effective services
• The postholder will be expected to work flexibly within the service
• To lead on complex and challenging cases and develop expertise within area of specialism
• Participating in the recruitment and selection of staff

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 description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the requirements for this job

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
• Completion of an appropriate clinical supervision course to enable supervision of trainees (or completion within 6 months of commencement in post)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people from across the life span with a range of mental health issues and cognitive profiles.
• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic
• Demonstrable post registration clinical experience, competencies and an interest in working with people with complex emotional needs.
• Experience of contributing to clinical practice/service development/project work.
• Experience of supervising assistant psychologists.
• Evidence of leadership experience.
• Training and/or experience of trauma interventions.
• Training and/or experience of family interventions.
• Experience of risk formulation and management.

Desirable

• Prior training in DBT (desirable). You will be supported to attend the NHSE funded PG Dip training in DBT

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).

Job summary

Lead Occupational Therapist in Adult Mental Health

Are you ready to lead and inspire?

Join us as aLead Occupational Therapistin Adult Mental Health and take on an exciting role that combines leadership, clinical expertise, and transformative work.

Why This Role?

• Leadership & Governance: Provide clinical and leadership oversight and support to our adult communities' occupational therapists.
• Clinical Excellence:Retain a clinical role, ensuring hands-on involvement and impact.
• Flexible Working: Operate across the Trust, with responsibilities in Mid Surrey and Surrey Downs.
• Professional Development:Benefit from a robust CPD program and development opportunities.
• Innovative Practices:Utilize the Model of Human Occupation for assessments and interventions, offering both individual and group work.

Be Part of a Dynamic Team

• Collaborative Environment:Monthly leadership team meetings to drive strategic initiatives.
• Supportive Network: Work alongside dedicated professionals committed to mental health transformation

The position provides leadership across the adult communities and based at Community Mental Health Recovery Services in Mid Surrey . Based in 18 Mole Business Park, Leatherhead, the postholder will be expected to work flexibly within all the Communities services with travel to Elmbridge and across Mole Valley as need arises.

If you're passionate about mental health and ready to lead, apply now and be a part of our mission to transform lives!!

Main duties of the job

Job Overview

1. To provide compassionate and effective leadership to the occupational therapists within the service/locality/sector.

2. To contribute to the overall leadership of the service/locality/sector.

3. To provide high quality and evidence based occupational therapy assessment and interventions, both group and individual, to people with complex needs who access services and their carers/supporters/family members, in line with the occupational therapy pathways.

4. To communicate effectively with a range of clinicians, managers, directors, associate directors, people who access services, carers/supporter/family members, stakeholders and agencies.

5. To provide supervision and mentoring to occupational therapists within the occupational therapy service.

6. To ensure the delivery occupational therapy student placements.

7. To lead on service development and audits both within individual services and the wider occupational therapy service.

8. To be an active member of the overall occupational therapy leadership team.

9. To actively contribute to the continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities within the wider occupational therapy service.

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. If you apply for a role that we cannot offer sponsorship for, unfortunately, your application form will be rejected from the process.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£51,657 to £58,785 a year (Incl. 5% Fringe HCAS) per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

325-8221820-COMM

Job locations

Based in Leatherhead with travel across Mole Valley and Elmbridge

18 Mole Business Park, Randalls Road

Leatherhead, Surrey

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description and personal specification document for more information on the requirement for this job.

Job description Job responsibilities Please check the job description and personal specification document for more information on the requirement for this job.

Person Specification

Qualifications, skills and experinence

Essential

• oOccupational Therapy professional qualification
• oExtensive and relevant post qualification clinical experience with people who have complex needs
• oExtensive experience of applying occupational frames of reference and approaches
• oHighly specialist knowledge of relevant assessment and treatment models
• oExperience of contributing to service development/project work
• oExperience of providing supervision
• oExperience of supporting students on placement
• oExperience of representing occupational therapy within a service and Trust
• oDemonstrates evidence highly effective clinical reasoning skills

Desirable

• oIn depth knowledge of group therapy and experience of facilitating groups

Qulaifications Skills and Experience

Essential

• HCPC registration

Person Specification Qualifications, skills and experinence Essential oOccupational Therapy professional qualification oExtensive and relevant post qualification clinical experience with people who have complex needs oExtensive experience of applying occupational frames of reference and approaches oHighly specialist knowledge of relevant assessment and treatment models oExperience of contributing to service development/project work oExperience of providing supervision oExperience of supporting students on placement oExperience of representing occupational therapy within a service and Trust oDemonstrates evidence highly effective clinical reasoning skills Desirable oIn depth knowledge of group therapy and experience of facilitating groups Qulaifications Skills and Experience Essential HCPC registration

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Based in Leatherhead with travel across Mole Valley and Elmbridge

18 Mole Business Park, Randalls Road

Leatherhead, Surrey

KT22 7AD

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

Based in Leatherhead with travel across Mole Valley and Elmbridge

18 Mole Business Park, Randalls Road

Leatherhead, Surrey

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to provide clinical, strategic, and operational leadership for early intervention and group-based provision across the School Based Needs service. The post holder will ensure children, young people, families, and schools have access to timely, evidence-based interventions that promote resilience and prevent escalation of need.

A key element of this role is to lead on the development, coordination and delivery of early intervention group programmes, embedding best practice across teams and ensuring consistent, high-quality provision. The post holder will use clinical expertise, data, and stakeholder insight to design and deliver high-quality group pathways, supporting improved outcomes, reducing inequalities, and strengthening school-based systems of support.

The School Based Needs Service provide preventative and early intervention low-intensity support, serving schools across Surrey. This post will be based at Gatton Place in Redhill.

Main duties of the job

Provide clinical leadership for early intervention and group-based provision across the SBN service ensuring consistency and quality group provision of evidence-based approaches

o Oversee the design, delivery, and evaluation of group programmes (e.g., anxiety, behaviour, emotional regulation, parenting)

o Hold a small specialist clinical caseload, including complex or systemic interventions

o Ensure safe, effective, and evidence-based practice, including safeguarding and risk management

o Provide clinical supervision and consultation to staff delivering interventions

o Work collaboratively with schools and partners to ensure interventions are accessible and contextually relevant

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 description

Job responsibilities

See attached Job Description/Profile

Subject to reasonable adjustments in respect of any disability, successful applicants 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
• Completion of an appropriate clinical supervision course to enable supervision of trainees (or completion within 6 months of commencement in post)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people from across the life span with a range of mental health issues and cognitive profiles.
• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic
• Demonstrable post registration/clinical experience and competency relevant to this care group.
• Experience of contributing to clinical practice/service development / project work.
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee clinical psychologists
• Demonstrable interest/skill in a relevant specialist area.
• For roles in Learning Disabilities candidates should demonstrate experience of working with people with learning disabilities within a positive behaviour support framework
• Driving License for community-based roles involving client visits it is essential to hold a driver's license and access to a vehicle

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).

Job summary

Are you a Qualified Mental Health Professional looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a team that will help you to develop and achieve your goals? Oldham Liaison mental health is recruiting for a Senior Frequent Attenders and Alcohol Liaison Practitioner.

The mental health liaison service offers a comprehensive range of mental health specialities within one multi-disciplinary team so that all patients with a suspected or actual mental health problem within the general hospital can be assessed, treated, signposted, or referred appropriately regardless of age, presenting complaint, time of presentation or severity of condition.

The service puts an emphasis on diversion and discharge from A and E and the facilitation of early but effective discharge from the acute hospital site.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Practitioner within the Frequent Attenders and Alcohol Liaison aspect of the team, you will work closely with the clinical lead and acute care trust to identify frequent attenders and offer case management to support them in reducing hospital attendances through an MDT approach, collaborative care planning and identification of appropriate alternative resources.

You will provide a comprehensive assessment and develop wholistic and collaborative care plans with Service users and other agencies and, where necessary signpost to other services within the community.

Referrals will come via the Frequent Attenders database for the locality and the A&E Mental Health Liaison Team. For those Service Users that are already known to Mental health services you will work collaboratively with the Care Coordinator to develop a robust plan of care that Multi agencies are involved with to support the person and prevent crisis. If they are unknown you will case manage for a short period of time to enable referrals to the relevant organisation/ agency.

Mental Health Liaison is delivered from a Specialist Mental Health Trust with teams located within the Acute Hospital setting.

About us

Oldham Liaison Mental Health is leading the way in delivering high quality, safe, effective and evidence based best practice assessments and support for patients in A&E and on medical wards. The team is currently working towards getting accredited by The Psychiatric Liaison Accreditation Network.

You will be joining a team of experience practitioners willing to support your learning and development needs, offering flexibility for work life balance and with a strong desire to maintain staff wellbeing.

Job description

Job responsibilities

• You will be a member of a team who provides comprehensive screening, assessment, co-ordination and the delivery of a high-quality mental health and dual diagnosis service for service users identified as a high user of services across the liaison pathways.
• You will help to co-ordinate the care of the service users, and assist in promoting the use of evidence-based practice through the provision of clinical advice and support; acting as a role model; and providing education and training where appropriate.
• You will aim improve engagement with a complex group of clients.
• You will need to be fully conversant with statutory and non-statutory services in Oldham
• You will promote effective liaison, working relationships and operational links as appropriate.
• You will ensure your own safe and effective delivery of care to service users.
• You will provide support, information and education to family members, carers and other professionals.
• You will provide support to facilitate multi agency case meetings to develop robust plans for the cohort of service users.
• You will try to support service users to return to their own homes wherever possible and try to avoid unnecessary admissions, presentations to emergency departments and Section 136.
• You will have a comprehensive knowledge of the Statutory and Voluntary Organisations/facilities within Oldham to be able to signpost patients to appropriate discharge support. You will link with Local Area Coordinators to maintain up to date knowledge.
• You will have an understanding of the impact of social care issues on mental health and dual diagnosis and address these issues thorough support and signposting e.g. addiction services, housing; debt counselling; supported employment; self-help groups and advocacy.
• You will contribute to the provision and facilitation of a range of interventions focusing on managing individuals recovery and increasing their chances of achieving and sustaining abstinence from alcohol. This will include a range of evidence-based interventions, support to mutual aid and peer support networks, support to develop positive community relationships and support to access other community services including the alcohol teams, housing, employment, education, and training.
• You will be expected to work flexibly to support the needs of the service.
• You will provide day to day co-ordination for frequent attenders / alcohol liaison service.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Practitioner
• Short course(s) and experience to post graduate diploma level.

Desirable

• Relevant training in specialist area of alcohol or addiction.
• Educated to degree level
• Accredited skills based training
• Training related to management skills, teaching, staff development and supervision
• Non-medical prescriber or be willing to undertake.

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience across a range of acute mental health services in any specialism CYP Adults Older adults
• Demonstrate a working experience of a range of assessment tools for a range of mental health conditions
• Previous experience of working effectively with other disciplines

Desirable

• Experience of working within liaison services
• Experience of working across multiple age ranges o CYP o Adults o Older adults
• Experience in identifying and management of delirium
• Experience of supporting individuals who misuse alcohol or drugs
• Experience of delivering training / teaching to other professionals
• Experience of service development / managing change
• Significant experience of delivering evidence based interventions for alcohol and drug issues
• Significant experience of identifying clients health and social care needs in the context of an alcohol and drug issues
• Significant experience of care planning and identification of any risk issues in relation to alcohol and drug concerns.
• Significant experience of providing support to vulnerable socially excluded individuals
• Significant experience of working as part of a team in order to achieve a shared vision or goal.

Knowledge

Essential

• Sound knowledge of evidence based contemporary mental health practice
• Sound knowledge base of holistic risk assessment and management.
• Good understanding of the impact of physical and mental health comorbidities.
• Sound working knowledge of Mental Heath Act and Mental Capacity Act Legislation and DOLS.

Desirable

• Have knowledge of the range of services available for individuals locally.
• Awareness of a range evidence based interventions
• Awareness of the value of research / audit and quality improvement
• Knowledge of physical, psychological and health effects of alcohol use and drug use and appropriate interventions
• Knowledge of therapeutic techniques eg motivational interviewing
• Knowledge of brief interventions and extended interventions
• Understanding of the recovery and abstinence agenda and apply this to practice
• Knowledge of treatment options and resources available to support problem alcohol and drug users
• Knowledge of issues relating to alcohol and understanding the principles of harm minimisation
• Knowledge of the importance of mutual aid and peer support networks
• Understanding of local communities and their diverse health and wellbeing needs

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Skills in Assessment / Care Management and planning
• Ability and skills to undertake comprehensive risk assessment and formulation of risk management plans including supporting patients who self harm or are in a neglectful state.
• Ability to undertake Bio / Psychosocial assessments across a range of patient groups and age profiles
• Ability to formulate clear discharge plans across a range of patent groups and age profiles
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a wide range of people including patients carers and other professionals
• Ability to work autonomously, prioritise and manage own workload
• Good organisational, problem solving and time management skills and an ability to work under pressure
• Ability to supervise staff, set standards, monitor performance and promote staff development
• Have IT literacy skills
• Possess a positive attitude to change and commitment to service development
• Be able to work as an effective member of the multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience of user involvement
• Leadership skills / abilities
• Ability to use IT systems across PCFT

Work Related Circymstances

Essential

• Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
• Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
• Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure
• Be able to work a range of shifts over a 24 hour, 7 day period on a rotational basis

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).

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust for a Band 6 Deputy Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our brand-new Alcohol Care Team (ACT).

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a service being built from scratch. Backed by our Drug and Alcohol Strategy 2030, the ACT will transform how BHT identifies, treats and supports patients affected by alcohol-related harm -- one of the biggest and fastest-growing causes of ill health in our local population. You will play a key role in delivering hands-on specialist care, supporting patients through detoxification, and helping to reduce the harm falling disproportionately on our most deprived communities.

The team will sit within Integrated Medicine and will be led by our newly appointed Matron for Gastroenterology -- a great time to join a service with real backing, ambition and room to grow. You will work closely with colleagues across the acute site and with community and specialist partners including One Recovery Bucks and BeHealthyBucks.

We are looking for a motivated, compassionate nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and developing new specialist skills. A passion for tackling stigma and improving outcomes for vulnerable patients is a must.

Experience in alcohol care, addictions, liver disease or a related specialist field would be strongly desirable.

In return, we offer a flexible working pattern, hands-on development within a new specialist service, and a supportive wider team.

Main duties of the job

• Delivers direct specialist care to patients with alcohol dependence and related harm, working as part of the Alcohol Care Team.
• Supports systematic screening and assessment of patients across the acute site.
• Supports safe, structured alcohol detoxification pathways, moving away from unplanned, ad hoc care.
• Builds effective working relationships with specialist partners including One Recovery Bucks and BeHealthyBucks.
• Provides advice, education and support to colleagues, students and patients to build confidence and challenge stigma.
• Contributes to clinical audit and data collection to help demonstrate the impact of the new service.
• Works with the Band 7 lead and Matron to help shape and grow the service.
• Displays excellent communication and team-working skills, always championing person-centred, non-stigmatising care.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse (adult) with current NMC registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Alcohol or drug abuse / addiction or relevant specialist course
• Degree level nursing qualification or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 3 years post registration experience
• Experience of managing a caseload autonomously
• Experience of multidisciplinary working

Desirable

• Previous band 6 experience
• Experience of looking after patients with addiction
• Experience of delivering specialist education to patients and teams

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).

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust for a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist to lead the clinical delivery of our brand-new Alcohol Care Team (ACT).

This is a genuinely rare chance to help build a specialist service from the ground up. Backed by our Drug and Alcohol Strategy 2030, the ACT will transform how BHT identifies, treats and supports patients affected by alcohol-related harm -- one of the single biggest and fastest-growing causes of ill health in our local population. You will play a lead clinical role in shaping pathways, driving early intervention, and reducing the alcohol harm paradox that hits our most deprived communities hardest.

The team will sit within Integrated Medicine and will be led by our newly appointed Matron for Gastroenterology. You will work across the acute site and with community and specialist partners including One Recovery Bucks, BeHealthyBucks and Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust to deliver joined-up, patient-centred care.

We're looking for an experienced, confident nurse leader who is passionate about tackling stigma, improving outcomes for vulnerable patients, and making a genuine, measurable difference to the health of the Buckinghamshire population.

Experience in alcohol care, addictions, liver disease, or a related specialist field is strongly desirable, as is a track record of clinical leadership and service development.

Main duties of the job

Provides expert clinical leadership for the new Alcohol Care Team, working autonomously across the acute trust.

Leads systematic screening, assessment and treatment planning for patients with alcohol dependence and related harm.

Champions safe, structured alcohol detoxification pathways, moving away from unplanned, ad hoc care.

Builds and maintains strong referral pathways with specialist partners including One Recovery Bucks and Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust.

Delivers education, training and awareness for colleagues to build confidence in recognising and responding to alcohol-related harm.

Works with the Matron and wider Drug and Alcohol Strategy Board to shape the ongoing strategic direction of the service.

Supports clinical audit, data collection and service evaluation to demonstrate impact and drive continuous improvement.

Displays excellent communication, leadership and advocacy skills, always championing person-centred, non-stigmatising care.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC registration
• Degree in Nursing or equivalent professional qualification
• Evidence of continuing professional development in Alcohol care or addiction or willingness to work towards
• Recognised alcohol care or gastroenterology qualification (e.g. Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate, or equivalent experience in Diabetes Management).

Desirable

• Independent Non-Medical Prescriber (V300)
• Master's degree or evidence of Master's level study in a relevant subject
• Teaching, mentorship, or practice assessor qualification.
• Training in addiction

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience caring for people with addiction or complex gastroenterological health issues
• Experience supporting patients with referrals for onward care and those going through detoxification programmes
• Experience delivering structured education to patients and carers and staff
• Experience providing autonomous specialist clinical advice and support

Desirable

• Experience with drug and alcohol detoxification programmes
• Experience leading an alcohol care service
• Experience presenting education sessions to healthcare professionals
• Experience of managing complex patients and high intensity users across inpatient and outpatient settings

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).

Job summary

The role of the Nursing Associate is to work with the multi professional team and the Registered Nursesto assess, plan,organiseand deliver clinical care in line with the service pathways and as agreed with supervising clinician(s).

Nursing Associates are equipped with the knowledge, understanding, skills, values,andbehavioursrelevant to employment; will work tothe currentnationallyrecognisedNursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct and must meet the NMC standards of proficiency, high quality, cost effective, professional and clinical governanceevidence basedpractice.

Nursing Associatesworking in alcohol and drug treatment and recovery services are key to achieving a range of health and social care outcomes and bringing enhanced awareness of physical and mental health co-morbidities via care and treatment. The skills ofthe associateshold a significant role in thesector,they support the Clinical Manager,Nurses,Non-medical NursePrescribersand the wider service in delivering key performance indicators.

NurseAssociatesfocus on the physical health, mental health and wellbeing of people who use(d) drugs and/or alcohol. Theyprovide educationto increase awareness of co-occurring mental and physical health problems and risks.

They practice in line with the NMC professional standards for practice (the NMC Code(https://www.nmc.org.uk/code/),as per registration requirements.

Main duties of the job

To work within Achieve supporting the nursing and medical team to deliver patient centre care.

To encourage and support drug and alcohol users to adopt safer practices and healthier lifestyles.

To conduct health screening assessments related to drug and alcohol use and to assess and manage any identified risks relating to health, for example, injecting behaviour, risk of overdose, COPD, depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicide etc.

To complete clinic support for our medical and non-medical prescriber clinics including urine samples, BBV testing, venepuncture and ECG's when required. To liaise with the local dispensing pharmacy to ensure continuous patient care

To competed weekly clinical checklists including stock management and place orders as and when required.

To support the management and facilitation of Buvidal clinics, ensure clinical data remains up to date and transport is arranged in a timely manner.

To support the clinical duty role within Achieve, discussing requests with the appropriate personal in a timely manner.

To support vaccination delivery within Achieve including Flu vaccines and Hep B vaccines.

To support Needle exchange provisions within Achieve services.

To liaise with external agencies such as local pharmacies to support patient care.

To maintain your professional registration, update your professional portfolio, and adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct at all times.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Job description

Job responsibilities

See attached detailed job description and person specification:

Staff benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Associate compliant with the requirements for NMC registration

Desirable

• Specialist qualification in drug and alcohol use
• Training in Co-occurring substance misuse and mental health

Experience

Essential

• experience of working within the health and social care settings

Desirable

• Experience of providing drug and alcohol information, advice and guidance to people, including families, carers, affected others and other professionals.
• experience in venepuncture, bbv testing and preforming ecgs

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of medicines management, and so be able to dispense, administer and advise on medications.
• Awareness of the physical, psychological and social effects (harms) of drug and alcohol use and patterns of use (including new psychoactive substances) and appropriate interventions.

Desirable

• Knowledge of stigma related to problematic drug and alcohol use, understanding how stigma can affect people and to promote positive regard for people, to actively challenge stigma, promote social inclusion and adopt a non-judgemental approach.
• Knowledge of the biopsychosocial model relating to problematic drug and alcohol use, motivation and behaviour change processes and recovery
• Knowledge of physical health and mental health problems and how these co-occur and interact with problematic drug and alcohol use, and so able to detect early warning signs and be able to respond.

skills and ability

Essential

• Able to build and maintain collaborative therapeutic relationships with people, maintaining professional boundaries.
• Able to recognise risk concerns, to carry out a risk assessment, ascertaining psychological, physical and social risks to/from people, and to develop plans to manage these risks (including using harm reduction interventions) and risks that require additional support from senior / regulated clinicians or external services.

Desirable

• Able to ascertain priorities, tasks and resources, taking account of changing circumstances, risks and the needs of people

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).

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen to recruit a talented, enthusiastic, determined and resourceful Drug and Alcohol Practitioner to work within this challenging service to provide services within Spectrum's prison-based Drug & Alcohol recovery-orientated treatment model as part of a forward looking, flexible, innovative, and creative team. To ensure that the service's key elements (assessment, case management, delivery of psychosocial interventions, release planning and throughcare) are integrated and delivered to a high standard.

Main duties of the job

To deliver services that support service users to achieve recovery goals, positive outcomes and community re-integration, maximising engagement and retention. To work effectively and flexibly with colleagues under the direction of the Drug & Alcohol Service Manager (Recovery), Drug & Alcohol Senior Practitioners, and other managers, to ensure that high standards of performance are maintained. To work collaboratively with other services to provide interventions to support and motivate service users and meet their needs through all stages of their individual recovery journey. To work within a strengths-based, recovery-orientated, change and outcomes and trauma informed approach which promotes service users as responsible co-producers of health, well-being and recovery. Adhere to and support HR processes as required under the guidance of HR, the Drug & Alcohol Service Manager (Recovery) and Senior Practitioner.

About us

BE THE DIFFERENCE IN HEALTHCARE

Join our team

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our diverse and innovative team.

Whether you are starting out in your healthcare journey or are an experienced healthcare professional looking for a new challenge we've got a role for you!

• Access to NHS Pension
• Time for you (additional day off)
• Refer a friend scheme
• Training and Development opportunities
• Flexible Working
• Access to Employee Assistance and Health and Wellbeing programmes
• Up to 33 days annual leave

Spectrum Community Health CIC provides a range of award-winning healthcare services on behalf of the NHS, Local Authority Public Health services, and other partners across substance misuse, sexual health, and health and justice settings. As a not-for-profit social enterprise and Community Interest Company our focus is centred on people - our patients, service users, staff and partners.

We are building on our ambition to deliver the best in health and wellbeing on a values-driven ethos and to maintain the highest standards of patient care and service. We are an expanding organisation, but we aim to grow without compromising on quality and social value.

Our Mission

Holistic interventions delivered with compassion for the stigmatised and marginalised in our communities

Our Vision

Quality healthcare that makes a difference to people's lives, regardless of circumstances.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details on the advertised role.

Person Specification

NA

Essential

• Relevant degree or equivalent level of experience

Desirable

• Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate group work and to positively engage participants in learning and development
• Ability to develop new projects and interventions in line with service aims, taking on a lead role as required

Skills

Essential

• Ability to deliver individual packages of care, including assessment, recovery planning, and psychosocial interventions
• Ability to engage, support and challenge service users to enable progression towards recovery goals
• Ability to maintain accurate, detailed and timely records via case recording, data management systems and written reports
• Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, prison and community colleagues to ensure that interventions are integrated and service users have access to a wide range of resources
• Ability to work at a fast pace, organising and prioritising caseloads and tasks via effective time management skills
• Ability to maintain a focus on the users of services, their families and their communities to ensure that this commitment is central to everything we do

Desirable

• Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate group work and to positively engage participants in learning and development
• Ability to develop new projects and interventions in line with service aims, taking on a lead role as required

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and motivated individual to join our fast-paced Research & Development team at Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support across a portfolio of research studies and departmental activities, including maintaining research databases and records, coordinating participant recruitment, appointments, meetings and communications, supporting compliance and financial processes, and assisting with the day-to-day operation of the department. The role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail and organisational ability, confidence working with confidential information and databases, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator to contribute to the smooth delivery of NHS research and provide a professional and welcoming service to research participants, staff and visitors.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide efficient administrative support to the Research & Development team, including maintaining research databases and records, coordinating participant referrals, appointments and communications, organising meetings and maintaining documentation. The role will also involve supporting research compliance, producing routine reports, processing financial administration, maintaining equipment and stock records, and providing a professional and welcoming service to research participants, staff and visitors.

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 description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the requirements for this job

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Educated to A level standard (or equivalent)
• NVQ Level 4 in business administration or equivalent experience in an office environment (1 year)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working autonomously to tight deadlines
• Demonstrable skills in Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

• Experience of working in a research environment
• Experience of working in an administrative position in the NHS

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist will provide the occupational therapy service to Danescourt, a six-bed community forensic step-down unit supporting individuals transitioning from secure forensic settings towards greater community independence.

The post holder will function as the sole Occupational Therapist within the unit, holding responsibility for the delivery, development and evaluation of the occupational therapy pathway for service users with complex mental health needs, offending histories, forensic risks and significant occupational functioning difficulties.

The role plays a key part within the wider RDaSH Learning disability and forensic directorate, supporting recovery, rehabilitation, risk reduction and successful community reintegration.

The post holder will work autonomously, providing specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions whilst contributing to multidisciplinary decision-making regarding recovery progression, leave, transitions, discharge planning and community risk management.

Professional leadership, support and supervision will be provided by the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist for the Forensic Directorate.

Main duties of the job

The Occupational Therapist will:

• Hold responsibility for all occupational therapy provision within Danes Court.
• Manage a specialist caseload of forensic service users.
• Deliver comprehensive occupational assessments and intervention programmes.
• Lead on occupational formulation, recovery planning and discharge pathways
• Contribute to forensic risk assessment and management.
• Support service users progressing from inpatient secure services into community placements.
• Provide specialist occupational therapy advice across the MDT.
• Contribute to service improvement and pathway development across forensic services.
• Supervise occupational therapy support staff, apprentices and students where appropriate.
• Participate in directorate-wide occupational therapy initiatives.

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 dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

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://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regrading this job role.

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent
• HCPC registration
• Documented evidence of professional development
• Practice Educator qualification or willingness to undertake.

Desirable

• Training in forensic risk assessment.
• Postgraduate training relevant to forensic mental health.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with adults experiencing complex mental health or learning disability needs.
• Experience of independently managing a clinical caseload.
• Experience of delivering occupational therapy assessment and intervention
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience contributing to risk assessment and risk management.

Desirable

• Experience within forensic services
• Experience within rehabilitation services
• Experience supervising staff or students.
• Experience undertaking audit or service improvement projects.

Knowledge

Essential

• Recovery-oriented practice.
• Occupational therapy process and models of practice.
• Mental Health Act and relevant legislation.
• Safeguarding procedures.
• Clinical governance principles.
• Risk assessment and risk management processes.
• Occupational performance and functional assessment.

Desirable

• Knowledge of forensic pathways.
• Knowledge of offending behaviour frameworks.
• Knowledge of psychologically informed environments.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously as a lone Occupational Therapist.
• Ability to prioritise and manage a complex caseload.
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
• Ability to lead occupational therapy interventions.
• Ability to analyse and manage risk.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to influence practice within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to supervise and support others.
• Effective organisational and workload management skills.

Desirable

• Experience leading service developments
• Experience delivering training.
• Experience using outcome measures within forensic services.

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).

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce psychology across our all-age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance community-based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing a mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop psychology provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing a psychological perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen psychological leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Senior Psychologist within the team, you will be providing expert psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions for people who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and their families. Your psychologically informed interventions will support recovery, resilience, and wellbeing, helping individuals to better understand and manage their difficulties. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and facilitate timely discharges from hospital where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their carers/support staff by delivering high quality psychology assessments, formulation and interventions; providing consultation, supervision and guidance to band 7s, trainees, assistant psychologists and others as required.

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 these 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 description

Job responsibilities

• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the psychological needs of people using our services.
• To promote a psychological perspective both within teams and sharing with other colleagues.
• To lead on complex and challenging cases and develop expertise within area of specialism.
• To work collaboratively with team managers/ Clinical leads in the development and delivering of effective services.
• To mentor, supervise and teach qualified and unqualified staff including students.
• To leading on a specific service development projects.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
• Completion of an appropriate clinical supervision course to enable supervision of trainees (or completion within 6 months of commencement in post)
• Holds a drivers lincense and has access to a vehicle for work purposes

Registration

Essential

• HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist

Experience

Essential

• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic
• Demonstrable post registration/clinical experience and competency relevant to this care group
• Experience of contributing to clinical practice/service development / project work.
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee clinical psychologists

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).

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce psychology across our all-age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance community-based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing a mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop psychology provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing a psychological perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen psychological leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Senior Psychologist within the team, you will be providing expert psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions for people who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and their families. Your psychologically informed interventions will support recovery, resilience, and wellbeing, helping individuals to better understand and manage their difficulties. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and facilitate timely discharges from hospital where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their carers/support staff by delivering high quality psychology assessments, formulation and interventions; providing consultation, supervision and guidance to band 7, to trainees,assistant psychologists and others as required.

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 these 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 description

Job responsibilities

• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the psychological needs of people using our services.
• To promote a psychological perspective both within teams and sharing with other colleagues.
• To lead on complex and challenging cases and develop expertise within area of specialism.
• To work collaboratively with team managers/ Clinical leads in the development and delivering of effective services.
• To mentor, supervise and teach qualified and unqualified staff including students.
• To leading on a specific service development projects.

See job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
• Completion of an appropriate clinical supervision course to enable supervision of trainees (or completion within 6 months of commencement in post)
• Holds a drivers lincense and has access to a vehicle for work purposes

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist

Experience

Essential

• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic
• Demonstrable post registration/clinical experience and competency relevant to this care group
• Experience of contributing to clinical practice/service development / project work.
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee clinical psychologists

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).

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce psychology across our all-age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance community-based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing a mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop psychology provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing a psychological perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen psychological leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Senior Psychologist within the team, you will be providing expert psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions for people who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and their families. Your psychologically informed interventions will support recovery, resilience, and wellbeing, helping individuals to better understand and manage their difficulties.

You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and facilitate timely discharges from hospital where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their carers/support staff by delivering high quality psychology assessments, formulation and interventions; providing consultation, supervision and guidance to band 7s, to trainees,assistant psychologists and others as required.

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 these 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 description

Job responsibilities

• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the psychological needs of people using our services.
• To promote a psychological perspective both within teams and sharing with other colleagues.
• To lead on complex and challenging cases and develop expertise within area of specialism.
• To work collaboratively with team managers/ Clinical leads in the development and delivering of effective services.
• To mentor, supervise and teach qualified and unqualified staff including students.
• To leading on a specific service development projects.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
• Completion of an appropriate clinical supervision course to enable supervision of trainees
• Driving license which can be used in the UK, and access to a car for work purposes

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist

Experience

Essential

• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic
• Demonstrable post registration/clinical experience and competency relevant to this care group.
• Experience of contributing to clinical practice/service development / project work.
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee clinical psychologists

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).

Job summary

The SHAC service is very excited to advertise a new 12 month fixed term contract or 12 month secondment post, available for registered nurses to apply for. The ideal candidate will have some experience or knowledge of sexual health, contraception or sexual health advising, however some training and development will be included.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to increase their skills, knowledge and experience in the area of sexual health, to either take back to their current role, or for those considering a future career in sexual health.

Brighton Sexual Health and Contraception is an integrated service, and operates across three main sites in the city, with outreach to other parts. We are a multi-professional progressive team providing a comprehensive, evidence-based and patient-focused service for Contraception and Sexual Health.

The successful post holder will meet with their line manager on a regular basis to discuss their training requirements to fully support their learning within post.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills as the role requires a sensitive, confidential and non-judgmental manner at all times. Evidence of previous team working and flexibility is essential.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will be responsible for delivering planned, high quality nursing and health advising care that encompasses and responds to the sexual health and contraception needs of patients attending the service.

• The post holder will provide evidence-based, holistic sexual health and contraception care to patients attending the service. This will include sexual and reproductive history taking, assessment of needs (including contraception, pregnancy, risk-taking behaviour, alcohol and drug use, mental health), venepuncture, facilitation of asymptomatic pathway for patients, intimate genital examinations and specimen collection (including cervical cytology and pregnancy testing), diagnostic microscopy, discussion of results, diagnosis and management plan, administration and supply of medicines under PGD, genital wart treatments and sexual health discussion / health promotion / signposting to other services.

• The health advising element of the post includes positive results management, including HIV results. The assessment and appropriate referral of more vulnerable patients attending the service, including those experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, under 18's and patients with substance use issues including Chems use. Referral and a good working knowledge of local support options, Social Services processes and a sound knowledge of safeguarding processes and management.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Candidate Pack

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Band 5 Combined Sexual Health Nurse and Health Adviser Job description.

Internal applicants should note that this opportunity will be offered on a secondment basis. Before applying, internal colleagues must discuss the opportunity with their current line manager to confirm whether they can be released from their substantive role if successful. Release to undertake a secondment is not automatic and must be agreed between the colleague, their current line manager, and the recruiting line manager.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. For example, applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years experience in the same role to qualify for sponsorship.

If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.

Person Specification

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse
• Knowledge of counselling skills and commitment to undertake counselling training to level 3
• Experience of working in sexual health/HIV

Desirable

• Mentorship course

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates excellent clinical skills
• Experience working at part of a multidisciplinary team
• Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
• Experience or interest in the area of sexual health, contraception or LGBTQ+ health
• Evidence of experience in managing and delivering person centred care on daily basis

Desirable

• Competent in performing venepuncture
• Post graduate experience within sexual health providing GUM and/or contraception care
• Competent in diagnostic microscopy
• Competent in HPV ablative therapies
• Ability to apply Fraser competencies for those aged 16 and under
• Aware of Trust Policies and financial position
• Experience of delegation
• Evidence of managing complex patients

People Management and Development

Essential

• Good standard of written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to vary communication style according to audience and clinical situation

Desirable

• Experience of clinical supervision and reflective practice
• Ability to supervise the work of other staff and learners
• Experience of supervising junior staff, supported by senior staff nurse or manager
• Ability to co-ordinate the work of the clinic team

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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).

Job summary

Job summaryWe are looking for an enthusiastic Band 8a Senior Category Manager to join our established team.

You will be able to demonstrate excellent strategic leadership, communication and relationship skills, commercial acumen and the ability to drive continuous improvement and collaboration.

You will have responsibility for all procurement activity within your category, whilst developing your skills and career via mentoring and professional training such as CIPS.

The role is suitable for someone who has effective project management and planning skills for managing multiple procurement projects, a clear understanding of best practice procurement techniques. A track record of delivering within public sector or commercial procurement and/or contract management experience is required. An understanding of the Public Contracts Regulations and Procurement Act 2023 is desirable.We provide an integrated procurement service to Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SABP) and Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SPFT), which provide mental health services across Surrey and Sussex.

Staff are employed by SABP but can be based at either Leatherhead, or Worthing with the flexibility of hybrid working and access to a great range of non-pay benefits.

Main duties of the job

• To lead the corporate services or property category by developing and implementing procurement strategies, whilst ensuring compliance with the Trusts internal policies and applicable legislation.
• Provide professional commercial advice and support.
• Lead the development of appropriate sourcing strategies
• Conduct competition processes that result in contracts which deliver improved patient outcomes.
• Provide commercial contract management support to contract owners, including managing supplier relationships
• Drive efficiency and innovation
• Be an effective leader to drive maturity of the function and development of staff

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. If you apply for a role that we cannot offer sponsorship for, unfortunately, your application form will be rejected from the process.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the requirements for this job

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Category management experience
• MCIPS qualification or equivalent experience
• Evidence of achievements in savings and/or service improvements

Desirable

• NHS or Public sector experience
• Contract Management Experience
• Experience in people management and leadership
• At least 5 years experience in procurement, contracting or managing contracts

Qualifications

Essential

• MCIPS Qualification or equivalent experience

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).

Job summary

To provide first- and second-line support for the Trust's network infrastructure, including hands-on configuration and troubleshooting at site level and remote management of switches, routers and firewalls under the guidance of senior team members. The post holder will contribute to vulnerability management activity, event monitoring and day-to-day ticket resolution, developing their technical knowledge and experience as part of the wider Digital Infrastructure team.

Main duties of the job

o Travel between Trust sites as required to carry out hands-on installation, configuration and troubleshooting of network hardware, including switches, cabling and wireless access points.

o Assist with the remote configuration, monitoring and management of switches, routers and firewalls, under supervision, following agreed change control procedures.

o Respond promptly and courteously to incidents and service requests logged through the IT Service Desk, managing own ticket queue and escalating complex issues to senior engineers as appropriate.

o Support the team's vulnerability management activity, including assisting with scanning, basic triage and tracking remediation of identified issues to closure.

o Assist with day-to-day event and alert monitoring across the network estate, identifying and escalating anomalies in line with agreed procedures.

o Maintain accurate records of work carried out, including updates to tickets, configuration notes and asset information, to support an auditable service.

o Work collaboratively with senior Network Engineers and wider Digital colleagues, building technical knowledge through on-the-job learning, shadowing and formal training.

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 description

Job responsibilities

Travel between Trust sites as required to carry out hands-on installation, configuration and troubleshooting of network hardware, including switches, cabling and wireless access points.

Assist with the remote configuration, monitoring and management of switches, routers and firewalls, under supervision, following agreed change control procedures.

Respond promptly and courteously to incidents and service requests logged through the IT Service Desk, managing own ticket queue and escalating complex issues to senior engineers as appropriate.

Support the team's vulnerability management activity, including assisting with scanning, basic triage and tracking remediation of identified issues to closure.

Assist with day-to-day event and alert monitoring across the network estate, identifying and escalating anomalies in line with agreed procedures.

Maintain accurate records of work carried out, including updates to tickets, configuration notes and asset information, to support an auditable service.

Work collaboratively with senior Network Engineers and wider Digital colleagues, building technical knowledge through on-the-job learning, shadowing and formal training.

Follow Trust change control and ITIL-aligned processes, ensuring changes to the network are carried out safely and with appropriate approval.

Adhere to Trust policies on information governance, data security and safe working practices, including lone working procedures when travelling between sites.

Undertake any other duties commensurate with the band and role, as reasonably requested by line management, to support the effective delivery of the Digital Infrastructure service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education, including English and Maths (GCSE or equivalent)
• IT-related qualification (e.g. BTEC, NVQ Level 2/3 in IT, or equivalent)

Desirable

• CompTIA Network+

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Some exposure to an IT environment (e.g. helpdesk, work placement, personal project build/repair, home networking) demonstrating an interest in technology
• Experience of working with, or providing a service to, other people (any sector)

Desirable

• Previous experience in an IT support or network support role
• Some exposure to working within the NHS

Skills

Essential

• Basic understanding of IT networking concepts (e.g. what a switch, router or firewall does)
• Logical, methodical approach to identifying and resolving straightforward technical issues
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; able to explain issues to colleagues at all levels
• Competent user of standard office software (email, Word, Excel)

Desirable

• Practical experience configuring or troubleshooting basic network hardware

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for several Bank Substance Misuse Recovery Workers to join our team at HMP Lancaster Farms. HMP Lancaster Farms is a busy Category C male prison, currently holding around 550 males, and expanding by another 200.

Practice Plus Group provides primary care and substance misuse services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.

Join the Recovery Team and empower those whom wish to make changes in their behaviour to promote health and well-being through recovery from drugs and alcohol. This is a crucial role within the healthcare team, making a real difference to patients, and delivering outstanding care. Hours This is a bank role, with shifts falling between Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

Salary

The hourly rate is £15.80

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

#LI-AB1

Main duties of the job

As our new Substance Misuse Recovery Worker, your responsibilities will vary. Some of your duties will include:

• Manage a caseload of psychosocial patients with varying needs, including substance misuse, mental health, trauma etc
• Work with receptions (new patients entering the prison), triaging and carrying out assessments
• Deliver group sessions on overdose awareness, harm reduction, motivation to change, relapse prevention and wellbeing
• Providing a programme of psychosocial interventions and comprehensive assessments, including SMART Recovery
• Facilitate peer led group sessions
• Provide information and advice on substance misuse, alcohol, smoking cession, blood borne viruses and safe sex practices
• Prepare patients for release and transfer
• Work closely with MDT professionals, including within the prison and the community, such as probation, external drug & alcohol services etc

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

Our new Substance Misuse Recovery Worker will:

• Have experience within Substance misuse, ideally a prison / secure environment, and ideally within a Recovery Worker / Practitioner role
• Have experience of working within the substance misuse multi-disciplinary framework, which includes housing, social care, health care and mental health pathways
• Have experience of managing a caseload
• Have a flexible approach, and excellent communication skills

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for several Bank Substance Misuse Recovery Workers to join our team at HMP Lancaster Farms. HMP Lancaster Farms is a busy Category C male prison, currently holding around 550 males, and expanding by another 200.

Practice Plus Group provides primary care and substance misuse services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.

Join the Recovery Team and empower those whom wish to make changes in their behaviour to promote health and well-being through recovery from drugs and alcohol. This is a crucial role within the healthcare team, making a real difference to patients, and delivering outstanding care. Hours This is a bank role, with shifts falling between Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

Salary

The hourly rate is £15.80

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

#LI-AB1

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

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Job summary

We are pleased to offer a Band 7 Psychologist post to a newly qualified or soon to be qualified Clinical or Counselling Psychologist, in our vibrant and friendly team based in Burton.

We are an integrated mental health team serving adults in our local community, made up of a range of professionals who are passionate about implementing psychologically informed care through shared goals and initiatives. Psychology is embedded in the team through Psychologists, Psychological Therapists, Clinical Associates in Psychology and Assistant Psychologists to deliver evidence-based individual and group therapies. We also support the team to deliver psychologically informed care through consultation, training, supervision and service development. As the psychological professionals in the team we work together closely, including regular psychology meetings to offer shared reflective space and opportunities for learning and development. Psychologists are part of the leadership both in the service and the wider Trust. The development of psychological services throughout the trust is supported through regular meetings, supervision and an annual conference for psychological services.

Main duties of the job

You will work closely with other psychology staff who use a range of approaches including CBT, EMDR, ISTDP, CFT, ACT and MBT. We have strong links with the Clinical Psychology Doctorate course at Staffordshire University and regularly offer trainee placements and teaching.

There are frequent opportunities to develop our clinical and leadership skills. The Trust has robust in-house training in a range of areas including staging the full range of accredited EMDR training and the leadership training. Training and interests are further supported through a range of supervision and interest groups including in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Therapy (ISTDP), EMDR and Compassion-Focused Therapy. We are actively supported in our development through a robust and collaborative appraisal process.

Applicants should have previous experience of working in mental health teams in the NHS and knowledge and skills in working with people who present with severe and enduring mental health difficulties.

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 description

Job responsibilities

Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:

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We encourage career development provided by in house training programs and coaching support.

As part of our strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, we welcome applications from candidates who meet the specific criteria, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, physical and/or mental disability or offending background.

We are embedding values based and inclusive recruitment practices to ensure that all applicants, from any backgrounds, have an equal chance of success in achieving a role with us.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• It is a condition of employment that the post-holder is registered with the Health Care and Professions Council and is eligible for registration as a Chartered Clinical/Counselling Psychologist.
• Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS including two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology.
• Good undergraduate degree (preferably relevant to psychological therapy)
• Current registration/accreditation with appropriate body with current practising certificate

Desirable

• Post-doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, including experience working with people who have a diagnosis of psychosis and/or severe mental health problems, across the whole life course and presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the full range of care settings including outpatient, community, primary care, in-patient and residential care settings, maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.
• Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care and intervention, both as a professionally qualified key worker and also within the context of a multidisciplinary care plan.

Desirable

• Assessed experience of working as a qualified clinical/counselling psychologist.
• Experience of working with trauma and psychosis
• Experience of representing psychology within the context of multi-disciplinary care.

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).

Job summary

Are you a newly qualified Physiotherapist looking to start your career in a supportive NHS environment? We are excited to offer three fixed-term Band 5 Physiotherapist posts (funded until 31 March 2027) within our Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy Service at Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust.

These roles provide an excellent opportunity to build your clinical skills, gain valuable MSK experience, and develop confidence managing your own caseload while receiving support from an experienced MSK team. Vacancies are available across North Staffordshire & Stoke-on-Trent and South Staffordshire (Tamworth & Lichfield, Stafford & Cannock).

You will work alongside Physiotherapists and Advanced Practice Physiotherapists, carrying out assessments, delivering evidence-based treatment programmes and supporting patients to achieve their goals. Whether you have a strong interest in MSK or are looking to build on your student placement experience, this role offers excellent exposure to outpatient physiotherapy practice.

We are committed to supporting your development through a structured induction, regular clinical supervision, mentorship and access to highly skilled clinicians.

We are looking for HCPC-registered Physiotherapists who are enthusiastic, compassionate, and motivated to learn. Strong communication skills, a commitment to high-quality patient care and a positive team approach are essential.

Location preferences will be discussed at interview.

Main duties of the job

You will join our friendly team as a Physiotherapist and will be expected to assess new service user referrals and care/support needs. Assess service users and formulate, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of treatment /care/support for individuals, families and carers. The treatment/care/support plans may include the following:o Promoting independence/self-management and maintaining safety.o Increased functional ability.o Improvement in health and wellbeing including mental health.o Interventions in disease/condition management.o Prevention and reducing of health inequalitieso Case management/ treatment/ care plans

As part of this role, you will be expected to:o Use professional knowledge and judgement taking into account the range of care/support packages and treatment options. To consider each service user's personal circumstances and preferences in order to implement and adjust individualised programmes of care and intervention.o Maintain and develop skills and knowledge to deliver a range of interventions and set an example of good practice to other team members including skill sharing.o Maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of the service user and their carers offering reassurance and empathy. This may be in regard to the nature/prognosis of their condition and implications of the same.o Use professional knowledge, skills and experience when working in changing environments and across professional boundaries.

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 description

Job responsibilities

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

Please see attached for the full job description and person specification.

Please note that the duties and role requirements are accurate at the time of creating this job description. However, it is anticipated that service developments may influence the role and require reasonable change/adjustments commensurate with the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent. Registration with HCPC.

Desirable

• Evidence of/willing to undertake post-registration training relevant to the post.

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience/placements to the role including assessment and management of functional ability
• Ability to manage time and caseload effectively.
• Supporting service users, families and carers in dealing with the impacts of disability.

Desirable

• Working in a multidisciplinary team

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

Essential

• Evidence of clinical knowledge relevant to the post.

Desirable

• Awareness of standardised assessments and outcome measures. Awareness of relevant NICE guidance

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).