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Mental Health Matters

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner - Durham and Darlington

Mental Health Matters View all jobs

Tees Valley and Durham, North East England

Permanent

GP/General Practitioner

Posted 27 day(s) ago

Reference: R000642

Job summary

Talking Therapies is an experienced Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) service, supporting people experiencing common mental health problems and helping individuals achieve improved mental and physical wellbeing. As an IAPT Qualified PWP, you will play a key role in providing high-volume, low-intensity assessments and evidence-based interventions to people experiencing common mental health difficulties, including anxiety and depression.

Main duties of the job

We have an exciting opportunity for an IAPT Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) to join our established Talking Therapies service. Talking Therapies is an experienced Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) service, supporting people experiencing common mental health problems and helping individuals achieve improved mental and physical wellbeing. As an IAPT Qualified PWP, you will play a key role in providing high-volume, low-intensity assessments and evidence-based interventions to people experiencing common mental health difficulties, including anxiety and depression. You will accept referrals into the service, undertake telephone and face-to-face screening and assessments, and support people to self-manage their recovery. You will work collaboratively with service users to identify their goals and support them to make positive changes. Your role will include delivering a range of evidence-based low-intensity interventions, including guided self-help, courses and computerised CBT, alongside providing information and support regarding psychological and pharmacological treatments where appropriate. You will work closely with colleagues across the service to ensure appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place, maintaining an effective stepped-care approach. Please see attached job description for more duties.

About us

Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity delivering innovative, life-changing mental health support for individuals and communities across the UK. Through our diverse range of services, we help people improve their mental wellbeing, overcome barriers and lead fulfilling lives. Everything we do is people focused. Whether supporting those who access our services or investing in the wellbeing and development of our colleagues, people are at the heart of MHM. Our workforce is the driving force behind our success, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and values-led environment where talented individuals can thrive and make a meaningful difference. By joining MHM, you'll become part of a compassionate and ambitious organisation that is committed to improving mental health, promoting recovery and creating positive change in communities across the country.

Details

Date posted

08 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

R000642

Job locations

Craglea, Lanchester Road Hospital, Co Durham, DH1 5RD

Durham

DH1 5RD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLBEING PRACTITIONER Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £32,074 per annum NHS AFC Band 5 Location: Lanchester Road Hospital, Durham with travel to Darlington (some hybrid working available) Can you make Talking Matter? Our Talking Therapies team are looking for people to help change lives! About the role We have an exciting opportunity for an IAPT Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) to join our established Talking Therapies service. Talking Therapies is an experienced Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) service, supporting people experiencing common mental health problems and helping individuals achieve improved mental and physical wellbeing. As an IAPT Qualified PWP, you will play a key role in providing high-volume, low-intensity assessments and evidence-based interventions to people experiencing common mental health difficulties, including anxiety and depression. You will accept referrals into the service, undertake telephone and face-to-face screening and assessments, and support people to self-manage their recovery. You will work collaboratively with service users to identify their goals and support them to make positive changes. Your role will include delivering a range of evidence-based low-intensity interventions, including guided self-help, courses and computerised CBT, alongside providing information and support regarding psychological and pharmacological treatments where appropriate. You will work closely with colleagues across the service to ensure appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place, maintaining an effective stepped-care approach. The role will also involve managing your own caseload, maintaining accurate clinical records, contributing to service improvement and participating in audit, research and quality improvement activities. You will receive regular clinical supervision and will be expected to maintain your professional development and accreditation, keeping up to date with developments in low-intensity psychological interventions. About you To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with experience of working with people experiencing common mental health problems within an IAPT setting. You will have:

A PWP qualification from a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited PWP programme or apprenticeship.

If qualifying through an apprenticeship route, successful completion of the apprenticeship end-point assessment.

Accreditation with the BABCP or BPS as a PWP, or be working towards accreditation if within six months of qualifying.

Experience of delivering a full range of evidence-based IAPT low-intensity interventions.

Experience of screening and assessing people with a range of mental health difficulties at Step 2.

Experience of working with and managing risk.

Knowledge of NICE guidance relating to Step 2 interventions.

An understanding of anxiety and depressive disorders and how they can present in primary care.

An understanding of the importance of evidence-based psychological therapies.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills.

Strong IT and computer skills.

The ability to develop effective therapeutic relationships with clients.

The ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing demands.

The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

A high level of enthusiasm, motivation and self-awareness.

The ability to use your own initiative and make appropriate decisions independently.

A commitment to continual professional and personal development and to responding positively to supervision and feedback.

A commitment to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.

Experience of partnership working, drug and alcohol management, working within services with agreed targets and demonstrating clinical outcomes would be desirable. You will also need to be able to travel independently in accordance with service requirements. Why Join Us? Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity delivering innovative, life-changing mental health support for individuals and communities across the UK. Through our diverse range of services, we help people improve their mental wellbeing, overcome barriers and lead fulfilling lives. Everything we do is people focused. Whether supporting those who access our services or investing in the wellbeing and development of our colleagues, people are at the heart of MHM. Our workforce is the driving force behind our success, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and values-led environment where talented individuals can thrive and make a meaningful difference. By joining MHM, you'll become part of a compassionate and ambitious organisation that is committed to improving mental health, promoting recovery and creating positive change in communities across the country. What we offer you

27 days annual leave, plus statutory holidays.

Access to our workplace pension scheme.

Family friendly and flexible working arrangements, where appropriate.

Enhanced Occupational Sick Pay.

Access to our Wellbeing Offer - including EAP, Virtual GP service and wellbeing resources.

Life Assurance and Free Will writing service.

Blue Light Card and Charity Workers discounts.

Access to Tickets for Good.

Employee recognition and celebration schemes.

A tailored induction programme, bespoke Personal Development and Career Pathways to support you in your role and your career aspirations.

Ongoing clinical, professional and management supervision.

Opportunities for continuing professional development and service improvement.

How to Apply At Mental Health Matters, we are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring that we appoint people who share our values and are dedicated to making a positive difference. If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete our online application form. As part of your application, you will be asked to answer a number of questions to demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. We encourage you to provide examples that highlight your suitability for the role. For further information about our recruitment and selection processes, please refer to our Candidate Guide. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe everyone should have access to fair and accessible opportunities, and we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are welcoming and inclusive for all. During the application process, we may ask for some personal information to help us understand how we can make our recruitment practices as fair and accessible as possible. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially and used solely for this purpose. We value the unique experiences, perspectives and contributions that diversity brings and are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported and able to be themselves. Interested in Finding Out More? We welcome informal conversations about the role. If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact: We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming talented people who share our passion for improving mental health and changing lives.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLBEING PRACTITIONER Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £32,074 per annum NHS AFC Band 5 Location: Lanchester Road Hospital, Durham with travel to Darlington (some hybrid working available) Can you make Talking Matter? Our Talking Therapies team are looking for people to help change lives! About the role We have an exciting opportunity for an IAPT Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) to join our established Talking Therapies service. Talking Therapies is an experienced Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) service, supporting people experiencing common mental health problems and helping individuals achieve improved mental and physical wellbeing. As an IAPT Qualified PWP, you will play a key role in providing high-volume, low-intensity assessments and evidence-based interventions to people experiencing common mental health difficulties, including anxiety and depression. You will accept referrals into the service, undertake telephone and face-to-face screening and assessments, and support people to self-manage their recovery. You will work collaboratively with service users to identify their goals and support them to make positive changes. Your role will include delivering a range of evidence-based low-intensity interventions, including guided self-help, courses and computerised CBT, alongside providing information and support regarding psychological and pharmacological treatments where appropriate. You will work closely with colleagues across the service to ensure appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place, maintaining an effective stepped-care approach. The role will also involve managing your own caseload, maintaining accurate clinical records, contributing to service improvement and participating in audit, research and quality improvement activities. You will receive regular clinical supervision and will be expected to maintain your professional development and accreditation, keeping up to date with developments in low-intensity psychological interventions. About you To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with experience of working with people experiencing common mental health problems within an IAPT setting. You will have:

A PWP qualification from a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited PWP programme or apprenticeship.

If qualifying through an apprenticeship route, successful completion of the apprenticeship end-point assessment.

Accreditation with the BABCP or BPS as a PWP, or be working towards accreditation if within six months of qualifying.

Experience of delivering a full range of evidence-based IAPT low-intensity interventions.

Experience of screening and assessing people with a range of mental health difficulties at Step 2.

Experience of working with and managing risk.

Knowledge of NICE guidance relating to Step 2 interventions.

An understanding of anxiety and depressive disorders and how they can present in primary care.

An understanding of the importance of evidence-based psychological therapies.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills.

Strong IT and computer skills.

The ability to develop effective therapeutic relationships with clients.

The ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing demands.

The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

A high level of enthusiasm, motivation and self-awareness.

The ability to use your own initiative and make appropriate decisions independently.

A commitment to continual professional and personal development and to responding positively to supervision and feedback.

A commitment to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.

Experience of partnership working, drug and alcohol management, working within services with agreed targets and demonstrating clinical outcomes would be desirable. You will also need to be able to travel independently in accordance with service requirements. Why Join Us? Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity delivering innovative, life-changing mental health support for individuals and communities across the UK. Through our diverse range of services, we help people improve their mental wellbeing, overcome barriers and lead fulfilling lives. Everything we do is people focused. Whether supporting those who access our services or investing in the wellbeing and development of our colleagues, people are at the heart of MHM. Our workforce is the driving force behind our success, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and values-led environment where talented individuals can thrive and make a meaningful difference. By joining MHM, you'll become part of a compassionate and ambitious organisation that is committed to improving mental health, promoting recovery and creating positive change in communities across the country. What we offer you

27 days annual leave, plus statutory holidays.

Access to our workplace pension scheme.

Family friendly and flexible working arrangements, where appropriate.

Enhanced Occupational Sick Pay.

Access to our Wellbeing Offer - including EAP, Virtual GP service and wellbeing resources.

Life Assurance and Free Will writing service.

Blue Light Card and Charity Workers discounts.

Access to Tickets for Good.

Employee recognition and celebration schemes.

A tailored induction programme, bespoke Personal Development and Career Pathways to support you in your role and your career aspirations.

Ongoing clinical, professional and management supervision.

Opportunities for continuing professional development and service improvement.

How to Apply At Mental Health Matters, we are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring that we appoint people who share our values and are dedicated to making a positive difference. If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete our online application form. As part of your application, you will be asked to answer a number of questions to demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. We encourage you to provide examples that highlight your suitability for the role. For further information about our recruitment and selection processes, please refer to our Candidate Guide. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe everyone should have access to fair and accessible opportunities, and we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are welcoming and inclusive for all. During the application process, we may ask for some personal information to help us understand how we can make our recruitment practices as fair and accessible as possible. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially and used solely for this purpose. We value the unique experiences, perspectives and contributions that diversity brings and are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported and able to be themselves. Interested in Finding Out More? We welcome informal conversations about the role. If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact: We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming talented people who share our passion for improving mental health and changing lives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with experience of working with people experiencing common mental health problems within an IAPT setting.
You will have:
A PWP qualification from a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited PWP programme or apprenticeship.
If qualifying through an apprenticeship route, successful completion of the apprenticeship end-point assessment.
Accreditation with the BABCP or BPS as a PWP, or be working towards accreditation if within six months of qualifying.
Experience of delivering a full range of evidence-based IAPT low-intensity interventions.
Experience of screening and assessing people with a range of mental health difficulties at Step 2.
Experience of working with and managing risk.
Knowledge of NICE guidance relating to Step 2 interventions.
An understanding of anxiety and depressive disorders and how they can present in primary care.
An understanding of the importance of evidence-based psychological therapies.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills.
Strong IT and computer skills.
The ability to develop effective therapeutic relationships with clients.
The ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing demands.
The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
A high level of enthusiasm, motivation and self-awareness.
The ability to use your own initiative and make appropriate decisions independently.
A commitment to continual professional and personal development and to responding positively to supervision and feedback.
A commitment to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
Experience of partnership working, drug and alcohol management, working within services with agreed targets and demonstrating clinical outcomes would be desirable.
You will also need to be able to travel independently in accordance with service requirements.

Experience

Essential

To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with experience of working with people experiencing common mental health problems within an IAPT setting.
You will have:
A PWP qualification from a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited PWP programme or apprenticeship.
If qualifying through an apprenticeship route, successful completion of the apprenticeship end-point assessment.
Accreditation with the BABCP or BPS as a PWP, or be working towards accreditation if within six months of qualifying.
Experience of delivering a full range of evidence-based IAPT low-intensity interventions.
Experience of screening and assessing people with a range of mental health difficulties at Step 2.
Experience of working with and managing risk.
Knowledge of NICE guidance relating to Step 2 interventions.
An understanding of anxiety and depressive disorders and how they can present in primary care.
An understanding of the importance of evidence-based psychological therapies.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills.
Strong IT and computer skills.
The ability to develop effective therapeutic relationships with clients.
The ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing demands.
The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
A high level of enthusiasm, motivation and self-awareness.
The ability to use your own initiative and make appropriate decisions independently.
A commitment to continual professional and personal development and to responding positively to supervision and feedback.
A commitment to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
Experience of partnership working, drug and alcohol management, working within services with agreed targets and demonstrating clinical outcomes would be desirable.
You will also need to be able to travel independently in accordance with service requirements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with experience of working with people experiencing common mental health problems within an IAPT setting.
You will have:
A PWP qualification from a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited PWP programme or apprenticeship.
If qualifying through an apprenticeship route, successful completion of the apprenticeship end-point assessment.
Accreditation with the BABCP or BPS as a PWP, or be working towards accreditation if within six months of qualifying.
Experience of delivering a full range of evidence-based IAPT low-intensity interventions.
Experience of screening and assessing people with a range of mental health difficulties at Step 2.
Experience of working with and managing risk.
Knowledge of NICE guidance relating to Step 2 interventions.
An understanding of anxiety and depressive disorders and how they can present in primary care.
An understanding of the importance of evidence-based psychological therapies.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills.
Strong IT and computer skills.
The ability to develop effective therapeutic relationships with clients.
The ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing demands.
The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
A high level of enthusiasm, motivation and self-awareness.
The ability to use your own initiative and make appropriate decisions independently.
A commitment to continual professional and personal development and to responding positively to supervision and feedback.
A commitment to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
Experience of partnership working, drug and alcohol management, working within services with agreed targets and demonstrating clinical outcomes would be desirable.
You will also need to be able to travel independently in accordance with service requirements.

Experience

Essential

To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with experience of working with people experiencing common mental health problems within an IAPT setting.
You will have:
A PWP qualification from a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited PWP programme or apprenticeship.
If qualifying through an apprenticeship route, successful completion of the apprenticeship end-point assessment.
Accreditation with the BABCP or BPS as a PWP, or be working towards accreditation if within six months of qualifying.
Experience of delivering a full range of evidence-based IAPT low-intensity interventions.
Experience of screening and assessing people with a range of mental health difficulties at Step 2.
Experience of working with and managing risk.
Knowledge of NICE guidance relating to Step 2 interventions.
An understanding of anxiety and depressive disorders and how they can present in primary care.
An understanding of the importance of evidence-based psychological therapies.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills.
Strong IT and computer skills.
The ability to develop effective therapeutic relationships with clients.
The ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing demands.
The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
A high level of enthusiasm, motivation and self-awareness.
The ability to use your own initiative and make appropriate decisions independently.
A commitment to continual professional and personal development and to responding positively to supervision and feedback.
A commitment to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
Experience of partnership working, drug and alcohol management, working within services with agreed targets and demonstrating clinical outcomes would be desirable.
You will also need to be able to travel independently in accordance with service requirements.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mental Health Matters

Address

Craglea, Lanchester Road Hospital, Co Durham, DH1 5RD

Durham

DH1 5RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mhm.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mental Health Matters

Address

Craglea, Lanchester Road Hospital, Co Durham, DH1 5RD

Durham

DH1 5RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mhm.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Mental Health Matters

Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner - Durham

Mental Health Matters View all jobs

Tees Valley and Durham, North East England

Permanent

GP/General Practitioner

Posted 27 day(s) ago

Reference: R000641

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join our established Talking Therapies service in County Durham and Darlington. Talking Therapies is a well-established Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) service that has been providing psychological interventions to people across County Durham and Darlington since 2010.

Main duties of the job

As a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, you will work within the Talking Therapies service whilst undertaking a programme of university-based training. You will progressively develop the knowledge and skills required to deliver low-intensity psychological interventions at high volume to people experiencing common mental health difficulties, including anxiety and depression. You will split your time between university attendance and working within the service, conducting assessments and providing face-to-face and remote low-intensity psychological interventions. The role will also involve extending psychological intervention support to adults with an intellectual/learning disability who are experiencing concurrent common mental health problems. You will receive excellent support throughout your training, including extensive clinical and caseload supervision, as well as opportunities for ongoing professional development. It is an expectation of the role that successful candidates seek BABCP accreditation following six months of relevant patient contact.

About us

Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity delivering innovative, life-changing mental health support for individuals and communities across the UK. Through our diverse range of services, we help people improve their mental wellbeing, overcome barriers and lead fulfilling lives. Everything we do is people focused. Whether supporting those who access our services or investing in the wellbeing and development of our colleagues, people are at the heart of MHM. Our workforce is the driving force behind our success, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and values-led environment where talented individuals can thrive and make a meaningful difference. By joining MHM, you'll become part of a compassionate and ambitious organisation that is committed to improving mental health, promoting recovery and creating positive change in communities across the country.

Details

Date posted

08 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

R000641

Job locations

Craglea, Lanchester Road Hospital, Co Durham, DH1 5RD

Durham

DH1 5RD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

TRAINEE PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLBEING PRACTITIONER 2 positions available. Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £28,392 per annum (NHS AFC Band 4) Location: Lanchester Road Hospital, Durham (some hybrid working available) Can you make Talking Matter? Our Talking Therapies team are looking for people to help change lives! About the role We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join our established Talking Therapies service in County Durham and Darlington. Talking Therapies is a well-established Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) service that has been providing psychological interventions to people across County Durham and Darlington since 2010. The service is delivered in partnership by Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, Mental Health Matters (MHM) and Sunderland Counselling Service. As a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, you will work within the Talking Therapies service whilst undertaking a programme of university-based training. You will progressively develop the knowledge and skills required to deliver low-intensity psychological interventions at high volume to people experiencing common mental health difficulties, including anxiety and depression. You will split your time between university attendance and working within the service, conducting assessments and providing face-to-face and remote low-intensity psychological interventions. The role will also involve extending psychological intervention support to adults with an intellectual/learning disability who are experiencing concurrent common mental health problems. You will receive excellent support throughout your training, including extensive clinical and caseload supervision, as well as opportunities for ongoing professional development. It is an expectation of the role that successful candidates seek BABCP accreditation following six months of relevant patient contact. About you To be successful in this role, you will have experience of working within mental health and be able to inspire and engage people, identify barriers and understand individual client needs. You will have:

Experience of working with people experiencing mental health difficulties.

Excellent motivational, communication and interpersonal skills.

The ability to build positive and effective therapeutic relationships.

Excellent verbal communication skills, including confidence using the telephone.

High standards of written communication.

An understanding of working with people with a range of complex needs, including mental health, learning disabilities, physical health and substance misuse.

Knowledge and experience of working within a community-based service.

The ability to apply and develop the skills and knowledge gained through training.

A willingness to learn, develop and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

It is essential that you hold a health-related degree. Training or experience in nursing, social work, occupational therapy or psychological therapies would be desirable. Why Join Us? Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity delivering innovative, life-changing mental health support for individuals and communities across the UK. Through our diverse range of services, we help people improve their mental wellbeing, overcome barriers and lead fulfilling lives. Everything we do is people focused. Whether supporting those who access our services or investing in the wellbeing and development of our colleagues, people are at the heart of MHM. Our workforce is the driving force behind our success, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and values-led environment where talented individuals can thrive and make a meaningful difference. By joining MHM, you'll become part of a compassionate and ambitious organisation that is committed to improving mental health, promoting recovery and creating positive change in communities across the country. What we offer you

27 days annual leave, plus statutory holidays.

Access to our workplace pension scheme.

Extensive clinical and caseload supervision.

Opportunities for ongoing personal and professional development.

Access to our Wellbeing Offer - including EAP, Virtual GP service and wellbeing resources.

Life Assurance and Free Will writing service.

Blue Light Card and Charity Workers discounts.

Access to Tickets for Good.

Employee recognition and celebration schemes.

A tailored induction programme, bespoke Personal Development and Career Pathways to support you in your role and your career aspirations.

How to Apply At Mental Health Matters, we are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring that we appoint people who share our values and are dedicated to making a positive difference. If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete our online application form. As part of your application, you will be asked to answer a number of questions to demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. We encourage you to provide examples that highlight your suitability for the role. For further information about our recruitment and selection processes, please refer to our Candidate Guide. Please note that, due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS check will be sought in the event of a successful application. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe everyone should have access to fair and accessible opportunities, and we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are welcoming and inclusive for all. During the application process, we may ask for some personal information to help us understand how we can make our recruitment practices as fair and accessible as possible. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially and used solely for this purpose. We value the unique experiences, perspectives and contributions that diversity brings and are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported and able to be themselves. Interested in Finding Out More? We welcome informal conversations about the role. If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact: We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming talented people who share our passion for improving mental health and changing lives. The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

TRAINEE PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLBEING PRACTITIONER 2 positions available. Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £28,392 per annum (NHS AFC Band 4) Location: Lanchester Road Hospital, Durham (some hybrid working available) Can you make Talking Matter? Our Talking Therapies team are looking for people to help change lives! About the role We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join our established Talking Therapies service in County Durham and Darlington. Talking Therapies is a well-established Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) service that has been providing psychological interventions to people across County Durham and Darlington since 2010. The service is delivered in partnership by Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, Mental Health Matters (MHM) and Sunderland Counselling Service. As a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, you will work within the Talking Therapies service whilst undertaking a programme of university-based training. You will progressively develop the knowledge and skills required to deliver low-intensity psychological interventions at high volume to people experiencing common mental health difficulties, including anxiety and depression. You will split your time between university attendance and working within the service, conducting assessments and providing face-to-face and remote low-intensity psychological interventions. The role will also involve extending psychological intervention support to adults with an intellectual/learning disability who are experiencing concurrent common mental health problems. You will receive excellent support throughout your training, including extensive clinical and caseload supervision, as well as opportunities for ongoing professional development. It is an expectation of the role that successful candidates seek BABCP accreditation following six months of relevant patient contact. About you To be successful in this role, you will have experience of working within mental health and be able to inspire and engage people, identify barriers and understand individual client needs. You will have:

Experience of working with people experiencing mental health difficulties.

Excellent motivational, communication and interpersonal skills.

The ability to build positive and effective therapeutic relationships.

Excellent verbal communication skills, including confidence using the telephone.

High standards of written communication.

An understanding of working with people with a range of complex needs, including mental health, learning disabilities, physical health and substance misuse.

Knowledge and experience of working within a community-based service.

The ability to apply and develop the skills and knowledge gained through training.

A willingness to learn, develop and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

It is essential that you hold a health-related degree. Training or experience in nursing, social work, occupational therapy or psychological therapies would be desirable. Why Join Us? Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity delivering innovative, life-changing mental health support for individuals and communities across the UK. Through our diverse range of services, we help people improve their mental wellbeing, overcome barriers and lead fulfilling lives. Everything we do is people focused. Whether supporting those who access our services or investing in the wellbeing and development of our colleagues, people are at the heart of MHM. Our workforce is the driving force behind our success, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and values-led environment where talented individuals can thrive and make a meaningful difference. By joining MHM, you'll become part of a compassionate and ambitious organisation that is committed to improving mental health, promoting recovery and creating positive change in communities across the country. What we offer you

27 days annual leave, plus statutory holidays.

Access to our workplace pension scheme.

Extensive clinical and caseload supervision.

Opportunities for ongoing personal and professional development.

Access to our Wellbeing Offer - including EAP, Virtual GP service and wellbeing resources.

Life Assurance and Free Will writing service.

Blue Light Card and Charity Workers discounts.

Access to Tickets for Good.

Employee recognition and celebration schemes.

A tailored induction programme, bespoke Personal Development and Career Pathways to support you in your role and your career aspirations.

How to Apply At Mental Health Matters, we are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring that we appoint people who share our values and are dedicated to making a positive difference. If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete our online application form. As part of your application, you will be asked to answer a number of questions to demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. We encourage you to provide examples that highlight your suitability for the role. For further information about our recruitment and selection processes, please refer to our Candidate Guide. Please note that, due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS check will be sought in the event of a successful application. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe everyone should have access to fair and accessible opportunities, and we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are welcoming and inclusive for all. During the application process, we may ask for some personal information to help us understand how we can make our recruitment practices as fair and accessible as possible. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially and used solely for this purpose. We value the unique experiences, perspectives and contributions that diversity brings and are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported and able to be themselves. Interested in Finding Out More? We welcome informal conversations about the role. If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact: We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming talented people who share our passion for improving mental health and changing lives. The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

To be successful in this role, you will have experience of working within mental health and be able to inspire and engage people, identify barriers and understand individual client needs.
You will have:
Experience of working with people experiencing mental health difficulties.
Excellent motivational, communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to build positive and effective therapeutic relationships.
Excellent verbal communication skills, including confidence using the telephone.
High standards of written communication.
An understanding of working with people with a range of complex needs, including mental health, learning disabilities, physical health and substance misuse.
Knowledge and experience of working within a community-based service.
The ability to apply and develop the skills and knowledge gained through training.
A willingness to learn, develop and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
It is essential that you hold a health-related degree. Training or experience in nursing, social work, occupational therapy or psychological therapies would be desirable.

Experience

Essential

To be successful in this role, you will have experience of working within mental health and be able to inspire and engage people, identify barriers and understand individual client needs.
You will have:
Experience of working with people experiencing mental health difficulties.
Excellent motivational, communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to build positive and effective therapeutic relationships.
Excellent verbal communication skills, including confidence using the telephone.
High standards of written communication.
An understanding of working with people with a range of complex needs, including mental health, learning disabilities, physical health and substance misuse.
Knowledge and experience of working within a community-based service.
The ability to apply and develop the skills and knowledge gained through training.
A willingness to learn, develop and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
It is essential that you hold a health-related degree. Training or experience in nursing, social work, occupational therapy or psychological therapies would be desirable.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

To be successful in this role, you will have experience of working within mental health and be able to inspire and engage people, identify barriers and understand individual client needs.
You will have:
Experience of working with people experiencing mental health difficulties.
Excellent motivational, communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to build positive and effective therapeutic relationships.
Excellent verbal communication skills, including confidence using the telephone.
High standards of written communication.
An understanding of working with people with a range of complex needs, including mental health, learning disabilities, physical health and substance misuse.
Knowledge and experience of working within a community-based service.
The ability to apply and develop the skills and knowledge gained through training.
A willingness to learn, develop and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
It is essential that you hold a health-related degree. Training or experience in nursing, social work, occupational therapy or psychological therapies would be desirable.

Experience

Essential

To be successful in this role, you will have experience of working within mental health and be able to inspire and engage people, identify barriers and understand individual client needs.
You will have:
Experience of working with people experiencing mental health difficulties.
Excellent motivational, communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to build positive and effective therapeutic relationships.
Excellent verbal communication skills, including confidence using the telephone.
High standards of written communication.
An understanding of working with people with a range of complex needs, including mental health, learning disabilities, physical health and substance misuse.
Knowledge and experience of working within a community-based service.
The ability to apply and develop the skills and knowledge gained through training.
A willingness to learn, develop and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
It is essential that you hold a health-related degree. Training or experience in nursing, social work, occupational therapy or psychological therapies would be desirable.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mental Health Matters

Address

Craglea, Lanchester Road Hospital, Co Durham, DH1 5RD

Durham

DH1 5RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mhm.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mental Health Matters

Address

Craglea, Lanchester Road Hospital, Co Durham, DH1 5RD

Durham

DH1 5RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mhm.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Spectrum Community Health CIC

Senior Nurse DART - HMP Durham

Spectrum Community Health CIC View all jobs

Tees Valley and Durham, North East England

Permanent

Radiographer

GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year

Posted 28 day(s) ago

Reference: 847-RM-26-V950-A

Job summary

Spectrum is recruiting a Substance Misuse specialist to lead our dedicated nursing team in Health and Justice.

To take forward our service, we're looking for a nurse with excellent leadership skills and the ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders - from pharmacists and Heads of Healthcare to NHS providers and services.

You'll be an affective and visible leader, providing robust clinical substance misuse support and operational guidance to all staff on matters relating to physical health and wellbeing within the prison setting. You'll manage our skilled substance misuse team and be passionate about patient care - with advanced nursing knowledge, an understanding of NICE guidelines and a desire to be involved with key decision-making.

In Spectrum, we don't believe in 'standing still'; we want our leaders to challenge existing practice and have the courage to innovate for the good of our patients, so that we can keep on improving. Our substance misuse services are built around a holistic Recovery model.

Main duties of the job

The daily management of the Substance Misuse Service, including co-ordination of patient care and the provision of strong clinical leadership.
This includes being involved with shift planning, taking appropriate action to adjust staffing levels and to prioritise the workload in accordance with patient need, service demand and the availability of staff.
The post holder will be involved with assessing, diagnosing, providing advice and administering care to patients.
You will also be expected to demonstrate knowledge, skills and understanding of health issues and treatment options.

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 leave day)
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.

Details

Date posted

07 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

847-RM-26-V950-A

Job locations

HMP Durham

Durham

DH1 3HU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

We have an ambition to become a truly lived experience inclusive employer, changing how we approach staff experience and value personal stories our colleagues bring with them.

We welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience, those who belong to LGBTQIA+ Community and are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (or questioning), Intersex and Asexual, people with a disability, neurodivergent applicants and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We have an ambition to become a truly lived experience inclusive employer, changing how we approach staff experience and value personal stories our colleagues bring with them.

We welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience, those who belong to LGBTQIA+ Community and are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (or questioning), Intersex and Asexual, people with a disability, neurodivergent applicants and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

oRCGP Cert 1/2 Substance misuse
Evidence of Competence in the Health and Justice framework
Evidence of ongoing CPD

Desirable

RCGP Cert 1/2 Substance misuse
Independent Nurse / Non-Medical Prescriber (or willingness to undertake)
Mentorship qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Post registration experience in substance misuse
Multi-Disciplinary working
Understanding of clinical governance
Recovery based models
Experience of working as an autonomous practitioner
Change management experience
Experience of leading a team
Offender health knowledge

Desirable

Experience of working with an integrated model
Understanding of local and national key documents and their impact on health care delivery in a prison setting

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

oRCGP Cert 1/2 Substance misuse
Evidence of Competence in the Health and Justice framework
Evidence of ongoing CPD

Desirable

RCGP Cert 1/2 Substance misuse
Independent Nurse / Non-Medical Prescriber (or willingness to undertake)
Mentorship qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Post registration experience in substance misuse
Multi-Disciplinary working
Understanding of clinical governance
Recovery based models
Experience of working as an autonomous practitioner
Change management experience
Experience of leading a team
Offender health knowledge

Desirable

Experience of working with an integrated model
Understanding of local and national key documents and their impact on health care delivery in a prison setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Spectrum Community Health CIC

Address

HMP Durham

Durham

DH1 3HU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://spectrum-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Spectrum Community Health CIC

Address

HMP Durham

Durham

DH1 3HU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://spectrum-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Health Care Support Worker

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs

Tees Valley and Durham, North East England

Permanent

Haematologist

GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year

Posted 28 day(s) ago

Reference: C9439-2627-1273

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Health Care Support Worker to join our Childrens Outpatient Team.

This post will be predominantly based at University Hospital of North Durham but travel to other sites is required. Our team supports around 32,000 appointments per year so this is a busy role where no two days are the same. This role is for 26.25 hours; 8.15am-5.30pm shifts Monday-Friday to meet the needs of the service.

You will be welcoming children and families to the department, supporting Consultant and Nurse led clinics, performing clinical observations and supporting our nursing team with investigations and procedures. You will be expected to take bloods after appropriate training. As well as being a great team player, were looking for someone who is flexible, has initiative and excellent communication skills and will take pride in ensuring the department is maintained to a high standard.

This is a Trustwide role so whilst you'll be predominantly based at UHND , you will be required to travel to Darlington Memorial, Bishop Auckland, Chester-le-Street Hospitals and Stanley Primary Care centre; you must be able to travel independently across site.

Main duties of the job

You will be welcoming children and families to the department, supporting Consultant and Nurse led clinics, performing clinical observations and supporting our nursing team with investigations and procedures. You will be expected to take bloods after appropriate training. As well as being a great team player, were looking for someone who is flexible, has initiative and excellent communication skills and will take pride in ensuring the department is maintained to a high standard

About us

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.

You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.

We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.

Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.

Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success.

For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.

From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have been employed for a minimum of two years of as a HCA within the NHS for the Trust to consider sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and have a current visa expiring within 3 months).

Details

Date posted

07 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

C9439-2627-1273

Job locations

University Hospital Of North Durham

North Road

Durham

DH1 5TW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a Trustwide role so whilst you'll be predominantly based at UHND , you will be required to travel to Darlington Memorial, Bishop Auckland, Chester-le-Street Hospitals and Stanley Primary Care centre; you must be able to travel independently across site

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a Trustwide role so whilst you'll be predominantly based at UHND , you will be required to travel to Darlington Memorial, Bishop Auckland, Chester-le-Street Hospitals and Stanley Primary Care centre; you must be able to travel independently across site

Person Specification

Special Requirements

Essential

Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
Excellent communication & interpersonal
skills.
Reflective practitioner.
Ability to work in a busy and varied work environment and respond to change

Desirable

Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance.

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Good verbal and written command of
English.
Ability to act upon own initiative.
Good communication skills.
Able to work under some pressure.
Ability to show leadership.
Ability to plan own work.
Ability to work calmly under pressure.
Willing to take and record patient observations.

Desirable

Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation.

Personal Attributes

Essential

Good interpersonal skills.
Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels.
Understanding of the role of HCSW.
Able to work as part of a team.
Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality.

Qualifications

Essential

Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience.
Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post.
GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics.

Desirable

Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties

Experience

Essential

Computer skills Ability to learn new skills
Previous

Desirable

Previous experience in caring for others.

Person Specification

Special Requirements

Essential

Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
Excellent communication & interpersonal
skills.
Reflective practitioner.
Ability to work in a busy and varied work environment and respond to change

Desirable

Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance.

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Good verbal and written command of
English.
Ability to act upon own initiative.
Good communication skills.
Able to work under some pressure.
Ability to show leadership.
Ability to plan own work.
Ability to work calmly under pressure.
Willing to take and record patient observations.

Desirable

Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation.

Personal Attributes

Essential

Good interpersonal skills.
Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels.
Understanding of the role of HCSW.
Able to work as part of a team.
Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality.

Qualifications

Essential

Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience.
Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post.
GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics.

Desirable

Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties

Experience

Essential

Computer skills Ability to learn new skills
Previous

Desirable

Previous experience in caring for others.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital Of North Durham

North Road

Durham

DH1 5TW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital Of North Durham

North Road

Durham

DH1 5TW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Lead - Prison Mental Health Team

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs

Tees Valley and Durham, North East England

Permanent

Radiographer

GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year

Posted 28 day(s) ago

Reference: 346-FMH-075-26-A

Job summary

This is a 12 month fixed term/secondment opportunity to cover maternity leave.

We are looking for anexperienced mental health nurse to join our team working in HMP Durham, which is the remand centre for adult males in North East of England.

This is a rewarding post, where you will get to practice a full range of psychiatric skills and interventions.

The role of the clinical lead will be varied which will include assessments and intervention.

You will make on going assessment of needs reflecting individual circumstances, including risk assessment, providing relevant interventions and coordinating discharge planning.

You will be committed to a person-centred approach and will have an ability to prioritise and work flexibly. We offer a comprehensive induction and a vast array of personal, professional and academic training opportunities enabling you to expand your skill set and evidence-based practice.

We are looking for a skilled nurse/mental health practitioner who will thrive working in a busy environment and enjoy working in a multi-disciplinary team, alongside partner providers from a variety of internal and external services.

Main duties of the job

You will have experience providing compassionate mental health care and have an understanding of the criminal justice system. You will make on going assessment of need reflecting individual circumstances and provide relevant interventions and input to discharge planning. You will be required to have strong coordination and planning skills, with the ability to make decisions based on comprehensive health and risk assessments.

You should be innovative, flexible and able to engage with patients with complex needs. You will be committed to a person-centred approach and have the ability to prioritise.

About us

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

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

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

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

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

Details

Date posted

07 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

346-FMH-075-26-A

Job locations

HMP Durham

Old Elvet

Durham

DH1 3HU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

This role is subject to Prison Vetting and the successful candidate must pass this before commencing employment. This includes a thorough review of personal information, including a criminal record check (both spent and unspent), a review of financial standing, and social media checks. Please note that vetting checks may also extend to family members and associates. You must also have resided in the UK for 3 years at the point of application. This will be considered as part of the shortlisting criteria and your application may be rejected if you do not meet this criteria.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

Candidates must have 18 months post qualifying experience including sign off of appropriate preceptorship or competency framework at the point of application

Please contact Sarah Austin, Team Manager for an informal discussion about the role.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

This role is subject to Prison Vetting and the successful candidate must pass this before commencing employment. This includes a thorough review of personal information, including a criminal record check (both spent and unspent), a review of financial standing, and social media checks. Please note that vetting checks may also extend to family members and associates. You must also have resided in the UK for 3 years at the point of application. This will be considered as part of the shortlisting criteria and your application may be rejected if you do not meet this criteria.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

Candidates must have 18 months post qualifying experience including sign off of appropriate preceptorship or competency framework at the point of application

Please contact Sarah Austin, Team Manager for an informal discussion about the role.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

Current professional registration with Nursing & Midwifery Council - RNMH or RNLD (RNSC - CAMHS only ) - RGN (If appropriate)
Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
Recognised Practice Supervisor and/or Practice Assessor, clinical educator or equivalent. Must be achieved within 6 months
Trained in Clinical Supervision and providing clinical supervision OR willingness to work towards within 6 months
Resident of the UK for at least 3 years

Experience

Essential

18 months post qualifying experience including sign off of appropriate preceptorship or competency framework (at point of application)
Working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers.
Providing clinical supervision to individuals or groups as professionally appropriate.
Supervising or assessing students on practice placement.
Working in a multi-disciplinary team
Quality improvement activities

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

Essential

Provide leadership and monitor, co- ordinate and prioritise the activities of a team
Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers/families and all members of the multidisciplinary team
Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and undertake key worker responsibilities
Provide effective clinical supervision, teaching, training and assessing in clinical practice
Write reports
Use multimedia materials for presentations in professional settings
Use approved breakaway techniques
Demonstrate recovery focussed practice

Desirable

Experience of working within a range of services, including inpatient and community settings
Experience of undertaking or participating in research
Specialist knowledge of working within a multi- disciplinary/multi-agency community team setting
Principles of change management.
Principles of project management

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

Current professional registration with Nursing & Midwifery Council - RNMH or RNLD (RNSC - CAMHS only ) - RGN (If appropriate)
Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
Recognised Practice Supervisor and/or Practice Assessor, clinical educator or equivalent. Must be achieved within 6 months
Trained in Clinical Supervision and providing clinical supervision OR willingness to work towards within 6 months
Resident of the UK for at least 3 years

Experience

Essential

18 months post qualifying experience including sign off of appropriate preceptorship or competency framework (at point of application)
Working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers.
Providing clinical supervision to individuals or groups as professionally appropriate.
Supervising or assessing students on practice placement.
Working in a multi-disciplinary team
Quality improvement activities

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

Essential

Provide leadership and monitor, co- ordinate and prioritise the activities of a team
Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers/families and all members of the multidisciplinary team
Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and undertake key worker responsibilities
Provide effective clinical supervision, teaching, training and assessing in clinical practice
Write reports
Use multimedia materials for presentations in professional settings
Use approved breakaway techniques
Demonstrate recovery focussed practice

Desirable

Experience of working within a range of services, including inpatient and community settings
Experience of undertaking or participating in research
Specialist knowledge of working within a multi- disciplinary/multi-agency community team setting
Principles of change management.
Principles of project management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Durham

Old Elvet

Durham

DH1 3HU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Durham

Old Elvet

Durham

DH1 3HU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

South Durham Health CIC

Receptionist - Bevan Medical Group

South Durham Health CIC View all jobs

Tees Valley and Durham, North East England

Permanent

Radiographer

GBP 13 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: B0611-26-0020

Job summary

We are seeking to recruit a new part-time receptionist, working 25 hours per week.

The ideal candidate will be well motivated, have some Receptionist experience and have excellent customer service skills.

The Receptionist will be responsible for undertaking a wide range of reception duties and the provision of general support to the multidisciplinary team. Duties can include, but are not limited to, greeting and directing patients, the effective use of the appointment system, booking appointments, the processing of information (electronic and hard copy) in a timely manner and in accordance with current policies, assisting patients as required and supporting the administration team with patient registration.

The post-holder will act as the central point of contact for patients, be responsible for the distribution of information, messages and enquiries for the clinical team, liaise with multi-disciplinary team members and external agencies such as secondary care and community service providers.

The Receptionist will support staff with the distribution of information, messages and enquiries for the clinical team, liaising with multidisciplinary team members and external agencies such as secondary care and community service providers.

Main duties of the job

Core Receptionist duties:

Dealing with patient queries face to face, over the telephone and online.

Dealing with appointment requests; face to face, over the telephone and online.

Greeting and directing patients to booked appointments

Greeting and directing visitors to the surgery

Taking requests for prescription medication

Registering new patients

Dealing with incoming tasks from internal and external sources

Inputting data into the patients healthcare records as necessary

Making referrals to, and liaising with community teams and other external services

Handling non-NHS report requests, including collecting payments from patients for non-NHS services

Input and extract information from the Practice clinical system

About us

Our current team comprises or GP's, ANP's, Nurses and Pharmacists, supported by friendly and experienced administrative and management teams.

We have a patient list size of over 8,200 patients, working from modern, purpose-built premises.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

B0611-26-0020

Job locations

The Surgery

Bevan Grove

Shotton Colliery

Durham

DH6 2LQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Accurately detail information on patients records within the clinical system

Maintain and monitor the practice appointment system

Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments

Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the

callers request appropriately

Signpost patients to the correct service

Initiate contact with and respond to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies

Data entry of new and temporary registrations and relevant patient information as required

Input data into patients healthcare records as necessary

Direct requests for information, i.e., DSAR, insurance/solicitors letters and DVLA forms to the administrative team

Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner

Carry out system searches as requested

Support all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested

Undertake a broad spectrum of administrative duties commensurate with the role

Be an integral part of the general practice team

Act as a chaperone as required

Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on safeguarding adults and safeguarding children

Support in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirements

Undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes

Contribute to and embrace the spectrum of clinical governance

Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times

The successful applicant will have a duty to conform to the following:

Equality and Diversity

Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Patients have a responsibility to treat other patients and our staff with dignity and respect.

Staff have the right to be treated fairly in recruitment and career progression. Staff can expect to work in an environment where diversity is valued, and equality of opportunity is promoted. Staff will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Staff have a responsibility to ensure that they treat our patients and their colleagues with dignity and respect.

Health & Safety including Fire Safety

The post-holder is to manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients and monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.

All personnel have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for themselves, their team and others and to cooperate with employers to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

Confidentiality

Patients entrust and permit us to collect and retain sensitive information relating to their health and other matters pertaining to their care. They do so in confidence and have a right to expect all staff will respect their privacy and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Accurately detail information on patients records within the clinical system

Maintain and monitor the practice appointment system

Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments

Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the

callers request appropriately

Signpost patients to the correct service

Initiate contact with and respond to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies

Data entry of new and temporary registrations and relevant patient information as required

Input data into patients healthcare records as necessary

Direct requests for information, i.e., DSAR, insurance/solicitors letters and DVLA forms to the administrative team

Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner

Carry out system searches as requested

Support all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested

Undertake a broad spectrum of administrative duties commensurate with the role

Be an integral part of the general practice team

Act as a chaperone as required

Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on safeguarding adults and safeguarding children

Support in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirements

Undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes

Contribute to and embrace the spectrum of clinical governance

Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times

The successful applicant will have a duty to conform to the following:

Equality and Diversity

Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Patients have a responsibility to treat other patients and our staff with dignity and respect.

Staff have the right to be treated fairly in recruitment and career progression. Staff can expect to work in an environment where diversity is valued, and equality of opportunity is promoted. Staff will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Staff have a responsibility to ensure that they treat our patients and their colleagues with dignity and respect.

Health & Safety including Fire Safety

The post-holder is to manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients and monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.

All personnel have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for themselves, their team and others and to cooperate with employers to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

Confidentiality

Patients entrust and permit us to collect and retain sensitive information relating to their health and other matters pertaining to their care. They do so in confidence and have a right to expect all staff will respect their privacy and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of working with the general public

Desirable

Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Experience of administrative duties

Qualifications

Essential

A good standard of education with an expectation of having both GCSE Maths and English at Grade C (Level 4) or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English

Desirable

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Knowledge and skills

Essential

Excellent communication skills and effective in communicating and understanding patient needs
Competent in the use of MS Office and Outlook
Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity
Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
Good organisational skills
Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
High levels of integrity and loyalty
Clear, polite telephone manner
Flexible and cooperative

Desirable

Clinical IT system user skills and the ability to record accurate notes
Understanding of safeguarding adults and children

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of working with the general public

Desirable

Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Experience of administrative duties

Qualifications

Essential

A good standard of education with an expectation of having both GCSE Maths and English at Grade C (Level 4) or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English

Desirable

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Knowledge and skills

Essential

Excellent communication skills and effective in communicating and understanding patient needs
Competent in the use of MS Office and Outlook
Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity
Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
Good organisational skills
Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
High levels of integrity and loyalty
Clear, polite telephone manner
Flexible and cooperative

Desirable

Clinical IT system user skills and the ability to record accurate notes
Understanding of safeguarding adults and children

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Durham Health CIC

Address

The Surgery

Bevan Grove

Shotton Colliery

Durham

DH6 2LQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Durham Health CIC

Address

The Surgery

Bevan Grove

Shotton Colliery

Durham

DH6 2LQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

NTW Solutions Limited

Domestic Assistant

NTW Solutions Limited View all jobs

Northumberland and Tyne and Wear, North East England

Permanent

Radiographer

GBP 25,272 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: 263-SOL-FAC26-063

Job summary

We are recruiting a Domestic Assistant to join our team at St Georges Park Morpeth. This post will be offered at Part Time, 22.5 hours per week.

Our team of Domestics keep our buildings clean and tidy and provide a great service to patients, visitors and staff. You could be cleaning a hospital ward, patient bedroom or office areas and corridors.

Because we provide services to the NHS your work supports better patient care. It's important work and you will need to take pride in what you do and complete tasks to a high standard.If you are in a community building you will be working alongside patients who have mental health illness, learning disabilities or brain injuries. You could be cleaning their rooms and the shared areas on the ward and you will get to know them and the clinical staff and you'll feel part of the team. It can be a real challenge working on wards like these but we also know that our staff find it rewarding.

Main duties of the job

Carrying out a range of cleaning tasks in areas such as offices, public areas such as corridors, areas which patients use such as shared spaces on wards as well as bedrooms and bathrooms
Cleaning tasks can include things like dusting of walls, ceilings and curtain rails, dusting and polishing of furniture and paintwork, hoovering of carpets, mopping floors
Being able to follow instructions and follow a routine work schedule which sets out your tasks and carry out those duties often without supervision
Being aware of the patients that you will be working alongside and work in a way that is respectful, caring and compassionate
You will use equipment and cleaning products safely, adhering to all control of substances harmful to health (COSHH) rules and regulations
Understanding infection prevention and control rules and adhering to them
Completing any paperwork such as quality checks and any other documentation required
Help with any cleaning audits or other surveys and inspections that take place
Taking part in any training that you need to do and keep up to date with all company communications
You will be respectful of other people and work in a way that supports equality, diversity and inclusion
You will demonstrate our company values our values of being caring and compassionate, respectful, and honest and transparent in all that you do

About us

NTW Solutions Limited is proud to provide services to the NHS. We keep hospitals clean and patients fed and we keep buildings running and grounds tidy. Our digital teams support the vital systems the NHS relies on, our pharmacy team ensures patients get the medicine they need, and our workforce team recruits people onto the frontline. We transcribe thousands of important medical letters, provide a lease car service to keep people on the move, and ensure suppliers are paid on time.

We are dedicated to being a great inclusive place to work. We provide a wide range of benefits including a good rate of pay and pension and an extensive range of discounts. We care about health and wellbeing and offer a range of support for the people who work here.

We believe everyone has potential and welcome applications from people from a culturally diverse background, those who are LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, anyone who is unemployed or has been out of work for a period of time, or those who have served in our armed forces.

We were set up by Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust to provide support services. As a limited company we have built a commercial ethos onto our NHS values and now provide our services to other NHS organisations and beyond.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,272 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

263-SOL-FAC26-063

Job locations

St Georges Park Hospital

Morpeth

Northumberland

NE61 2NU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Pay: Band A (£12.92 per hour)

We pay 25% enhancement, time and a quarter, on hours worked during a Saturday and Sunday.

We welcome your application.

Please note that all jobs will be appointed on the NTW Solutions Limited terms and conditions (not NHS/A4C terms).

If you currently work for NTW Solutions on AfC terms and conditions, you will be given the choice to retain these or move onto NTW Solutions terms and conditions. Please note that the above advertised salary will not apply if you choose to remain on AfC. Anyone currently paying into the NHS Pension scheme will be able to retain this.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Pay: Band A (£12.92 per hour)

We pay 25% enhancement, time and a quarter, on hours worked during a Saturday and Sunday.

We welcome your application.

Please note that all jobs will be appointed on the NTW Solutions Limited terms and conditions (not NHS/A4C terms).

If you currently work for NTW Solutions on AfC terms and conditions, you will be given the choice to retain these or move onto NTW Solutions terms and conditions. Please note that the above advertised salary will not apply if you choose to remain on AfC. Anyone currently paying into the NHS Pension scheme will be able to retain this.

Person Specification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

An ability to lift and move a variety of equipment such as trolleys, floor polishing equipment and hoovers
Ability to adhere to standards and procedures and to accept and prioritise instructions
An ability to be flexible and able to adapt to new or different working practices, or work in other departments to meet the needs of the service
An ability to communicate well with others such as other colleagues, clinical staff, or patients
Able to work well as part of a team but also to work unsupervised
Able to work alongside patients who might display challenging or upsetting behaviour
You will need to be able to meet the mobility requirements of the job

Education and Qualifications

Essential

In order to follow safety notices and work with cleaning products you will need basic levels of literacy and numeracy (this is an essential requirement of this job)

Experience

Essential

Any previous cleaning experience is welcome but we will train you fully if you don't have any experience (it is an essential requirement of this job to either have experience or be willing to learn)

Person Specification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

An ability to lift and move a variety of equipment such as trolleys, floor polishing equipment and hoovers
Ability to adhere to standards and procedures and to accept and prioritise instructions
An ability to be flexible and able to adapt to new or different working practices, or work in other departments to meet the needs of the service
An ability to communicate well with others such as other colleagues, clinical staff, or patients
Able to work well as part of a team but also to work unsupervised
Able to work alongside patients who might display challenging or upsetting behaviour
You will need to be able to meet the mobility requirements of the job

Education and Qualifications

Essential

In order to follow safety notices and work with cleaning products you will need basic levels of literacy and numeracy (this is an essential requirement of this job)

Experience

Essential

Any previous cleaning experience is welcome but we will train you fully if you don't have any experience (it is an essential requirement of this job to either have experience or be willing to learn)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

NTW Solutions Limited

Address

St Georges Park Hospital

Morpeth

Northumberland

NE61 2NU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

NTW Solutions Limited

Address

St Georges Park Hospital

Morpeth

Northumberland

NE61 2NU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

NTW Solutions Limited

Domestic Assistant

NTW Solutions Limited View all jobs

Northumberland and Tyne and Wear, North East England

Permanent

Radiographer

GBP 25,272 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: 263-SOL-FAC26-064

Job summary

We are recruiting a Domestic Assistant to join our team at St Georges Park Morpeth. This post will be offered at Part Time, 2 x 15 hours per week. Working every Saturday and Sunday 07.30 - 15.30.

Our team of Domestics keep our buildings clean and tidy and provide a great service to patients, visitors and staff. You could be cleaning a hospital ward, patient bedroom or office areas and corridors.

Because we provide services to the NHS your work supports better patient care. It's important work and you will need to take pride in what you do and complete tasks to a high standard.If you are in a community building you will be working alongside patients who have mental health illness, learning disabilities or brain injuries. You could be cleaning their rooms and the shared areas on the ward and you will get to know them and the clinical staff and you'll feel part of the team. It can be a real challenge working on wards like these but we also know that our staff find it rewarding.

Main duties of the job

Carrying out a range of cleaning tasks in areas such as offices, public areas such as corridors, areas which patients use such as shared spaces on wards as well as bedrooms and bathrooms
Cleaning tasks can include things like dusting of walls, ceilings and curtain rails, dusting and polishing of furniture and paintwork, hoovering of carpets, mopping floors
Being able to follow instructions and follow a routine work schedule which sets out your tasks and carry out those duties often without supervision
Being aware of the patients that you will be working alongside and work in a way that is respectful, caring and compassionate
You will use equipment and cleaning products safely, adhering to all control of substances harmful to health (COSHH) rules and regulations
Understanding infection prevention and control rules and adhering to them
Completing any paperwork such as quality checks and any other documentation required
Help with any cleaning audits or other surveys and inspections that take place
Taking part in any training that you need to do and keep up to date with all company communications
You will be respectful of other people and work in a way that supports equality, diversity and inclusion
You will demonstrate our company values our values of being caring and compassionate, respectful, and honest and transparent in all that you do

About us

NTW Solutions Limited is proud to provide services to the NHS. We keep hospitals clean and patients fed and we keep buildings running and grounds tidy. Our digital teams support the vital systems the NHS relies on, our pharmacy team ensures patients get the medicine they need, and our workforce team recruits people onto the frontline. We transcribe thousands of important medical letters, provide a lease car service to keep people on the move, and ensure suppliers are paid on time.

We are dedicated to being a great inclusive place to work. We provide a wide range of benefits including a good rate of pay and pension and an extensive range of discounts. We care about health and wellbeing and offer a range of support for the people who work here.

We believe everyone has potential and welcome applications from people from a culturally diverse background, those who are LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, anyone who is unemployed or has been out of work for a period of time, or those who have served in our armed forces.

We were set up by Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust to provide support services. As a limited company we have built a commercial ethos onto our NHS values and now provide our services to other NHS organisations and beyond.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,272 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

263-SOL-FAC26-064

Job locations

St Georges Park Hospital

Morpeth

Northumberland

NE61 2NU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Pay: Band A (£12.92 per hour)

We pay 25% enhancement, time and a quarter, on hours worked during a Saturday and Sunday.

We welcome your application.

Please note that all jobs will be appointed on the NTW Solutions Limited terms and conditions (not NHS/A4C terms).

If you currently work for NTW Solutions on AfC terms and conditions, you will be given the choice to retain these or move onto NTW Solutions terms and conditions. Please note that the above advertised salary will not apply if you choose to remain on AfC. Anyone currently paying into the NHS Pension scheme will be able to retain this.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Pay: Band A (£12.92 per hour)

We pay 25% enhancement, time and a quarter, on hours worked during a Saturday and Sunday.

We welcome your application.

Please note that all jobs will be appointed on the NTW Solutions Limited terms and conditions (not NHS/A4C terms).

If you currently work for NTW Solutions on AfC terms and conditions, you will be given the choice to retain these or move onto NTW Solutions terms and conditions. Please note that the above advertised salary will not apply if you choose to remain on AfC. Anyone currently paying into the NHS Pension scheme will be able to retain this.

Person Specification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

An ability to lift and move a variety of equipment such as trolleys, floor polishing equipment and hoovers
Ability to adhere to standards and procedures and to accept and prioritise instructions
An ability to be flexible and able to adapt to new or different working practices, or work in other departments to meet the needs of the service
An ability to communicate well with others such as other colleagues, clinical staff, or patients
Able to work well as part of a team but also to work unsupervised
Able to work alongside patients who might display challenging or upsetting behaviour
You will need to be able to meet the mobility requirements of the job

Education and Qualifications

Essential

In order to follow safety notices and work with cleaning products you will need basic levels of literacy and numeracy (this is an essential requirement of this job)

Experience

Essential

Any previous cleaning experience is welcome but we will train you fully if you don't have any experience (it is an essential requirement of this job to either have experience or be willing to learn)

Person Specification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

An ability to lift and move a variety of equipment such as trolleys, floor polishing equipment and hoovers
Ability to adhere to standards and procedures and to accept and prioritise instructions
An ability to be flexible and able to adapt to new or different working practices, or work in other departments to meet the needs of the service
An ability to communicate well with others such as other colleagues, clinical staff, or patients
Able to work well as part of a team but also to work unsupervised
Able to work alongside patients who might display challenging or upsetting behaviour
You will need to be able to meet the mobility requirements of the job

Education and Qualifications

Essential

In order to follow safety notices and work with cleaning products you will need basic levels of literacy and numeracy (this is an essential requirement of this job)

Experience

Essential

Any previous cleaning experience is welcome but we will train you fully if you don't have any experience (it is an essential requirement of this job to either have experience or be willing to learn)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

NTW Solutions Limited

Address

St Georges Park Hospital

Morpeth

Northumberland

NE61 2NU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

NTW Solutions Limited

Address

St Georges Park Hospital

Morpeth

Northumberland

NE61 2NU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Assistant Practitioner

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs

Tees Valley and Durham, North East England

Permanent

Radiographer

GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: C9439-2627-RP-N62

Job summary

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join a flourishing and well-established Infection Prevention and Control team. Are you looking for an opportunity for change? Would you enjoy the opportunity to be directly involved in Infection Prevention and Control? There is never a better time to join the team.

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest integrated care providers in England, serving a population of around 600,000 people. We are a high performing organisation with a track record of success.

Main duties of the job

Monitor compliance with infection prevention and control standards, including audits of hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, patient equipment etc.

Support data collection, data entry and reporting for infection prevention and control audits, surveillance activity and surgical site infection surveillance.

Support clinical teams, wards and departments to apply infection prevention and control principles in practice.

Deliver education and practical training to healthcare staff, including hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment, preceptorship training and other infection prevention and control procedures.

Monitor infection prevention and control documentation, identify gaps and escalate concerns appropriately.

Support Infection Prevention and Control Nurses with patient reviews relating to specific organisms or infection prevention and control risks.

Work within agreed competencies, recognising the limits of the role and escalating clinical or practice concerns to registered practitioners.

About us

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.

You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.

We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.

Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.

Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success.

For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.

Details

Date posted

03 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

C9439-2627-RP-N62

Job locations

University Hospital Of North Durham

North Road

DURHAM

DH1 5TW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Assistant Practitioner will work collaboratively with the multi-professional team and Infection Prevention and Control Nurses to support the delivery of safe, effective infection prevention and control practice across the Trust. The post holder will assist with audit, surveillance, data collection and analysis, education and patient reviews, working independently within agreed competencies and under the leadership of registered nurses.

The role will support clinical teams to maintain compliance with infection prevention and control standards, promote good practice, challenge behaviours that do not align with Trust policy and escalate concerns appropriately. The post holder will contribute to quality assurance, quality improvement and service development, while ensuring accurate documentation and clear advice is provided to staff caring for patients with known or suspected infections.

Role overview and expectations:

Supporting the Trusts Audit and Surveillance Nurse with audits, surveillance activity, data entry and data collation.

Working within agreed competencies, recognising the limits of the role and remaining accountable for own actions.

Providing education, coaching and practical infection prevention and control training to members of the multidisciplinary team.

Reviewing patients with known infection prevention and control risks, documenting advice accurately in patient records and supporting staff to deliver appropriate care.

Monitoring infection prevention and control documentation, completing audits and collating findings to support improvement activity.

Contributing to quality improvement projects and service development across the Trust.

Using Microsoft Office systems, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint, to support reporting, documentation and presentation of information.

Working alongside Infection Prevention and Control Nurses to support the delivery of safe and effective infection prevention and control practice.

Travelling across Trust sites as required to support infection prevention and control activity.