Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Kolvin Service Children and Young People's working across two secure care centres. We are seeking to recruit a highly skilled and experienced Advanced Occupational Therapist to join the service. The successful candidate will work in multi-disciplinary team (MDT) providing specialist assessments, carrying out clinical sessions, interventions and evaluating outcomes.

The OT role will involve making recommendations through OT clinical working involves demonstrating evidence-based practice through modelling and mentoring clinical practice with staff, then regularly reviewing and evaluating with service user and staff groups.

Examples of training packages include engaging in service related research projects; with the overarching motivation of and using best evidence based to guide clinical practice, such as using specialist model and assessments. The role will involve and require a robust person who can professionally demonstrate effective leadership skills, with advocating the occupational performance needs for service users and actively contribute to service development.

The post holder will require advanced clinical knowledge and skills in working with this patient group and would be expected to possess a high level of skill and experience in understanding the impact of mental illness, learning disability, autism spectrum and neurodevelopmental conditions upon occupational functioning.

Main duties of the job

The role will involve using evidence based assessments alongside clinical observations using specific occupational therapy assessment or using other related assessments to supporting occupational formulation, and dependent upon the young people needs. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with multiagency, education providers and families supporting the implementation of treatment plans which can involve direct and indirect clinical input with young people.

The role will require updating the teams of occupational therapy input with clear outcome measures and an overview of occupational evaluations of care and treatment whilst in services.

The post holder will be required to possess (or develop through commitment to training) advanced knowledge and skills in theories and approaches utilised in meeting the needs of this patient group including; trauma informed working, sensory processing strategies, and relevant standardised assessments. As well as relevant occupational therapy approaches and models of practice.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Support Assistant to join our dynamic and ever evolving Northumberland Community Learning Disability Team.

The post is in the West Team who are based in Hexham.

The team is made up of a psychiatry, psychology, learning disability nurses, nurse associates, behavioural therapists and community support workers.

We are a service offering intervention to Adults with Learning Disability. Working closely with family, carers and external organisations.

This new role offers you the chance to be part of a team who pride themselves on offering mental health, physical health and behavioural support to people with a learning disability who live within the community. To strive to achieve the best possible health outcomes and support safe lifestyles.

Are you interested in pursuing a career in the Adult Learning Disability service or already work in this sector?

Are you passionate and dedicated about helping people with a Learning Disability, their families and carers?

Are you are looking for opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge for the health of these people?

If the answer is yes, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To assist in the delivery of care to clients with learning disabilities who live in the community.

To implement and evaluate care within a framework as a member of the care team ensuring that high quality, individualised care is delivered and that this promotes recovery and wellbeing and maximises independence.

To support the team in providing excellent and effective person centred care.

To provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity.

To actively engage with supervision and appraisal process as identified in Trust policy.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our Memory Protection Service based at Monkwearmouth Hospital in Sunderland on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave.

The Memory Protection Service is a dementia service for those in South of Tyne and Wear referred for memory assessment. The Service covers 3 localities; Sunderland, South Tyneside and Gateshead and offers comprehensive assessment and diagnosis.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be working into the homes of older adults to provide a comprehensive assessment to aid diagnosis and manage risk.

The successful therapist will be required to work as an autonomous practitioner although you will closely work with members of the Occupational Therapy team and multi-disciplinary colleagues. We require a highly motivated Occupational Therapist with the ability to work independently and with a commitment to their own personal and professional development. Regular supervision and support will be provided.

The post holder will be expected to demonstrate a good working knowledge of theories, models and approaches relevant to this clinical setting, as well as a good understanding of a range of clinical conditions related to Older People's mental health, cognitive impairment and dementia.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

Job summary

East Community Treatment Team (CTT) Administration Team - Front-facing Administration Assistant for the Civic Centre, Carlisle.

An opportunity has arisen for a full-time (37.5 hours per week) permanent B2 Administration Assistant to join our transforming East Cumbria CTT.

This post is to cover front-facing reception duties at the Civic Centre, Carlisle to provide a range of administrative duties for the clinic site. As this role is primarily to focus on reception within this busy department high level customer service skills both in person and by telephone are crucial to the success of this role. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of adult mental health services across North Cumbria.

It is desirable the candidate has experience of working in a similar environment with previous secretarial experience due to the demands of the role. Otherwise, this post could provide an ideal development opportunity for those wishing to begin their career with the NHS and want to learn further administrative skills. This post will provide training and development opportunities - the service is committed to upskilling our workforce via CNTW Academy.

Full support with be provided by the team of administrators based on site.

Please note there may be occasionswhen you are requested to travel to one of our other North Cumbria bases to provide support and/or cover for absent colleagues.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be able to evidence:

• Experience of front-facing reception duties.
• Experience of call handling in a busy environment - It is critical that excellent customer service is delivered in person or over the telephone.
• Good organisational skills.
• Be able to prioritise a fluctuating workload.
• Proven experience of working with Microsoft Office packages.
• Diary management skills to coordinate room bookings.
• Provides agreed levels of support to the service to maintain cover in the absence of other administrative staff.
• Desirable: A working knowledge of electronic patient record systems (i.e. RiO)
• Desirable: The successful applicant must be able to meet the mobility requirements of the role, therefore a current driving licence and access to a car is desirable.

  The post holder must be able to demonstrate the ability to deal with possible exposure to highly distressing or highly emotional circumstances and will be expected to participate in all relevant training courses appropriate to the role.

  The post holder may also undertake additional duties as directed by the Administration Team Lead.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

Job summary

Sunderland West Community Treatment Team have an opportunity for a band 6 clinician to join the service. We are looking to recruit a caring and compassionate Community Practitioner with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work as part of our multi-disciplinary team offering assessment and treatment to clients experiencing moderate to severe mental health difficulties. Your responsibilities will include the assessment and treatment of clients experiencing mental health difficulties, both psychosis and non psychosis, working closely with families and other professionals.

The role requires an element of autonomous working and leadership skill and you must be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care and treatment.

It is essential that you have a professional qualification in the field of health and/or social care and registered with the relevant professional body. We provide excellent training opportunities to allow you to deliver NICE guidance treatment. You will work closely with the multi-disciplinary team including Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Psychology/Psychological Therapists, Consultant Psychiatrists, Clinical Support Assistants and Peer Supporters. You will receive regular supervision both on an individual basis and in a group setting and will work closely with other CNTW services and local agencies.

Main duties of the job

Providing MDT assessment of clients' needs and identifying collaborative treatment plans.

Deliver various evidence based psychological therapies both individually and in a group setting.

Support the wider team in ensuring the provision of excellent standards of care.

Have a good understanding of pharmacological approaches to treatment.

To work together with clients and their families through the journey of care. You will be expected to develop your skills and the team has access to excellent training opportunities.

To maintain effective working relationships with other teams in CNTW and external agencies.

To support with the implementation of Community Transformation agenda.

Working collectively with the team in maintaining individual and team wellbeing.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

Job summary

Sunderland South Community Treatment Team have an opportunity for a band 6 clinician to join the service. We are looking to recruit a caring and compassionate Community Practitioner with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work as part of our multi-disciplinary team offering assessment and treatment to clients experiencing moderate to severe mental health difficulties. Your responsibilities will include the assessment and treatment of clients experiencing mental health difficulties, both psychosis and non psychosis, working closely with families and other professionals.

The role requires an element of autonomous working and leadership skills and you must be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective treatment.

It is essential that you have a professional qualification in the field of health and/or social care and are registered with the relevant professional body.We provide excellent training opportunities to allow you to deliver NICE guidance treatment. You will work closely with the multi-disciplinary team including Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Psychology/Psychological Therapists, Consultant Psychiatrists, Clinical Support Assistants and Peer Supporters. You will receive regular supervision both on an individual basis and in a group setting and will work closely with other CNTW services and local agencies.

We would welcome applicants from Nursing, Social Care and Occupational Therapy backgrounds.

Main duties of the job

Providing MDT assessment of clients' needs and identifying collaborative treatment plans.

Deliver various evidence based psychological therapies both individually and in a group setting.

Support the wider team in ensuring the provision of excellent standards of care.

Have a good understanding of pharmacological approaches to treatment.

To work together with clients and their families through the journey of care. You will be expected to develop your skills and the team has access to excellent training opportunities.

To maintain effective working relationships with other teams in CNTW and external agencies.

To support with the implementation of Community Transformation agenda.

Working collectively with the team in maintaining individual and team wellbeing.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time, fixed term post as a band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist to join the Occupational Therapy Team within Children and Young People Services, working into a general adolescence unit (acute ward) in Middlesborough.

This service supports young people aged 13-18 years mixed sex ward, young people who are experiencing complex mental health difficulties, trauma and/or neurodevelopmental conditions.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist who has clinical experience and the ability to work autonomously. The successful candidate would require a strong role identify and sound clinical background knowledge, hold skills on how to balance clinical needs of the service, the team and own expectations. The successful candidate will work alongside the MDT team to deliver specialised assessments and interventions and will be required to adapt to meet a wide range of needs.

We are a responsive, innovative and dynamic Foundation Trust, encouraging Leadership, opportunities for Continuing Professional Development and developing specialist skills and training. Our approach to recruitment is values based and applicants must reflect the Trust's corporate values and behaviors.

Main duties of the job

The job role of the specialist occupational therapist is to screen all young people who are admitted or transferred into the acute ward. The occupational therapist is integral to the young persons care, using assessment, treatment plans to support he young person to discover and recover. The successful candidate will proactively advocate the needs of young people to other professionals, meeting families with consideration of adaptation and working holistically with the focus of occupational performance in all aspects of the young person's care and treatment.

The successful candidate will facilitate therapeutic groups as well as 1:1 individual sessions in order to support clinical observations to inform formal assessments. The OT will gather information to support occupational formulation with devising interventions plans in collaboration with young person.

The successful candidate will use best-evidence based assessments, write reports and clear documentations of clinical contact with young people. The OT regularly provides feedback through attending clinical meetings with advocating the occupational needs for young people.

The successful candidate will have a supervisor role which includes supervision of AHP support staff, providing clear guidance on therapy directed interventions and supporting staff with CPD. The OT role has opportunity for development of staff through training.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

Job summary

The post is to work as a Research Assistant on two trials being run in the Hub for Advancing Research in Psychosis. You will work half time on the EASE Trial, an NIHR funded randomised controlled trial (RCT) that aims to examine the value of EMDR for people with early psychosis, and a history of distressing life experiences. You will also work half time on the Mouth Matters study which is a research trial examining the impact of a link worker in helping people with psychosis to access dental care.

The post is full time for 20 months on a fixed term basis.

The post holder will be responsible for recruiting eligible participants to the trials, conducting assessments using validated clinical measures to confirm the eligibility of participants, and to conduct baseline and follow up assessments. Administrative requirements will include timely and accurate documentation, updating clinical records, and managing record-keeping databases. This post will involve travelling to, and working across, multiple locations including NHS settings and participants' homes. Hence, the post holder must be comfortable lone working, within a supported and structured risk management protocol. Applicants should be able to work warmly and sensitively with people experiencing distress, and be able to manage their own wellbeing using available supervision and support structures.

Main duties of the job

Your job purpose will be to promote the study and work with the psychosis service to identify potential participants. You will take informed consent from participants and conduct the trials assessments at the appropriate time points. You will carefully follow the research protocol and avoid being unblinded to which condition participants have been randomised too. You will input data and manage your own diary and workload.

You will have a good first degree in Psychology (at least a 2:1). You will have some experienceofworking in a mental health setting as an Assistant Psychologist or Research Assistant (or equivalent experience), and aninterestin psychosis, trauma, and/or other serious mental health difficulties. Knowledgeofaudit, research design and data management is essential. Experienceofusing a structured psychiatric interview would be advantageous. Experience of recruiting research participants from diverse communities that are often under-represented in research would also be beneficial for the role. We particularly encourage applicants interested in developing their own skills and knowledge, and contributing to the wider research team.

. Interviews will be on Thursday and Friday the 29th and 30th October.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

Job summary

The post holder will play a key role within a team providing internal audit services to a portfolio of clients. They will apply a high level of audit expertise, working independently across a range of clients and complex audit assignments.

With support from the Senior Internal Audit Manager, the post holder will be responsible for delivering audits and reviews within agreed timescales and budgets, managing assignments from planning through to final report issuance. This includes establishing audits on AuditOne, agreeing terms of reference with clients, supervising and reviewing the work of audit staff, ensuring quality standards are met, and preparing reports for approval.

The role involves evaluating controls, processes and procedures to assess risk management effectiveness, identify opportunities for improvement, and support clients in strengthening internal controls and working practices. The post holder will work closely with client management to secure agreement to recommendations and support the Senior Internal Audit Manager in service planning, commercial activities, and the development of Band 5 colleagues.

Main duties of the job

Please refer to the job description/personal specification for the main duties and competencies of the role, visions and values of AuditOne and expectations of the post holder as well as the essential and desirable criteria.

About us

AuditOne is hosted by CNTW and we service almost all NHS organisations within the North East and Cumbria regions by delivering Internal Audit Services and/or Counter Fraud Services to those organisations.

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

5 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

263-SS26-057-AB

Job locations

Any AuditOne location e.g. North East, Cumbria, etc.

Any AuditOne location e.g. North East, Cumbria, etc.

DH9 9DB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description/personal specification for the main duties and competencies of the role, visions and values of AuditOne and expectations of the post holder as well as the essential and desirable criteria.

The post holder will display conformance to The AuditOne Way at all times.

Advertising date : 22nd September 2026

Closing date : 6th October 2026

We welcome your application.

Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description/personal specification for the main duties and competencies of the role, visions and values of AuditOne and expectations of the post holder as well as the essential and desirable criteria. The post holder will display conformance to The AuditOne Way at all times. Advertising date : 22nd September 2026 Closing date : 6th October 2026 We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Certicicates and Experience

Essential

• Good standard of education to A level standard or equivalent. Part Qualified C.C.A.B / CMIIA or equivalent.
• At least 3 years internal audit experience, preferably in public sector.

Desirable

• Degree. Qualified CCAB / CMIIA or equivalent.
• Experience of risk management, governance, finance/business systems, project management

Knowledge

Essential

• Public Sector Internal Audit Standards.
• Good knowledge of Internal Audit methods and techniques, inc Risk Based Audit.
• Good knowledge of the principles of finance and non financial NHS areas.
• Nolan principles.
• Microsoft products (word / excel etc).

Desirable

• IDEA / Data Analytics.
• NHS structures, systems and processes.
• Risk management, corporate governance, project management, IT, counter fraud.

Skills

Essential

• Good knowledge of Internal Audit methods and techniques. Good knowledge of the principles of finance and non financial NHS areas.
• Knowledge of NHS systems and the organisation and workings of the NHS - financial, non financial and clinical.
• Analytical and evaluation skills. Decision making skills.
• Negotiation, persuasive and interpersonal skills. Communication skills. Ability to write clear and factual reports.
• Time management Skills. Prioritising and organising skills.
• Staff management experience.

Desirable

• Presentation skills. Researching Skills.

Behaviours

Essential

• Able to work as part of a team.
• Professional at all times.
• Quality and target focused.
• Able to work unsupervised.
• Self-motivating.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Able to motivate, inspire and supervise others.

Person Specification Certicicates and Experience Essential Good standard of education to A level standard or equivalent. Part Qualified C.C.A.B / CMIIA or equivalent. At least 3 years internal audit experience, preferably in public sector. Desirable Degree. Qualified CCAB / CMIIA or equivalent. Experience of risk management, governance, finance/business systems, project management Knowledge Essential Public Sector Internal Audit Standards. Good knowledge of Internal Audit methods and techniques, inc Risk Based Audit. Good knowledge of the principles of finance and non financial NHS areas. Nolan principles. Microsoft products (word / excel etc). Desirable IDEA / Data Analytics. NHS structures, systems and processes. Risk management, corporate governance, project management, IT, counter fraud. Skills Essential Good knowledge of Internal Audit methods and techniques. Good knowledge of the principles of finance and non financial NHS areas. Knowledge of NHS systems and the organisation and workings of the NHS - financial, non financial and clinical. Analytical and evaluation skills. Decision making skills. Negotiation, persuasive and interpersonal skills. Communication skills. Ability to write clear and factual reports. Time management Skills. Prioritising and organising skills. Staff management experience. Desirable Presentation skills. Researching Skills. Behaviours Essential Able to work as part of a team. Professional at all times. Quality and target focused. Able to work unsupervised. Self-motivating. Ability to handle confidential information. Able to motivate, inspire and supervise 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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Any AuditOne location e.g. North East, Cumbria, etc.

Any AuditOne location e.g. North East, Cumbria, etc.

DH9 9DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Any AuditOne location e.g. North East, Cumbria, etc.

Any AuditOne location e.g. North East, Cumbria, etc.

DH9 9DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note that this is a bank position (i.e., an NHS worker who is not on a permanent contract but join an internal staff 'bank' and offered work on an as needed basis and does not involve working in the financial service sector).With the bank role there is no guarantee of a minimum number of hours.

With a long-standing reputation for providing high quality internal audit, digital and counter fraud services, we are looking to expand our resource pool by seeking highly motivated, analytical individuals to join our team of bank auditors.

We recognise that many people are now looking for more flexible working arrangements, which being part of our bank provides, whether this is for part of the year, term time or condensed hours. We also offer remote and office-based working, although the ability to drive would be advantageous.

If you believe you are one of the individuals we are looking for, please complete the application in full, giving us good reason to invite you to the interview stage of our selection process.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will fulfil a key role within a team providing internal audit services to a group of clients. The post holder will provide a high level of audit skills and will work unsupervised across a range of clients and complex audits. Take responsibility, with support from the Senior Internal Assurance Manager, for the delivery of audits/reviews in line with time targets and resource allocations, arranging the detailed implementation of individual audits from the planning stage through to report issue. This will involve setting up each audit on AuditOne's computerised working paper system, issuing terms of reference to client management, supervising staff during audit, ensuring quality of work, reviewing staff files and reports and submitting reports prior to issue to Senior Internal Audit Managers for approval.

About us

AuditOne are a values based, not for profit organisation who are proud and privileged to work with our NHS and and third sector partners across the North of England.

AuditOne employ modern auditing approaches in a variety of settings, and therefore we are looking for experienced, self-motivated auditors with a strong commitment to AuditOne, who can work with minimum supervision and as part of a team.

The ability to demonstrate our values of respect, quality, innovation and trust are essential.

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

263-SS26-056-AB

Job locations

AuditOne office location

Durham

DH9 9DB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 22nd September 2026

Closing date : 6th October 2026

We welcome your application.

Note: This is a Staff Bank role with no guarantee of minimum hours

Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 22nd September 2026 Closing date : 6th October 2026 We welcome your application. Note: This is a Staff Bank role with no guarantee of minimum hours

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Good standard of education to degree level or equivalent.
• Part Qualified C.C.A.B / CMIIA or equivalent.
• At least 3 years internal audit experience, preferably in public sector

Desirable

• Degree.
• Qualified CCAB / CMIIA or equivalent.
• Experience of risk management, governance, finance/business systems, project management

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• 3 years internal audit
• Public Sector Internal Audit Standards.
• Nolan principles.
• Risk based internal audit
• Microsoft products (word / excel etc)
• Knowledge of NHS systems and the organisation and workings of the NHS - financial, non financial and clinical.
• Good knowledge of Internal Audit methods and techniques.

Desirable

• Supervision of staff

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Audit methods and techniques
• IT Skills - literate and efficient in the use of a variety of computer systems and software.
• Analytical and evaluation skills.
• Negotiation, persuasive and interpersonal skills.
• Communication skills.
• Ability to write clear and factual reports.
• Staff management Skills.
• Prioritising and organising skills.
• Decision making skills.

Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Good standard of education to degree level or equivalent. Part Qualified C.C.A.B / CMIIA or equivalent. At least 3 years internal audit experience, preferably in public sector Desirable Degree. Qualified CCAB / CMIIA or equivalent. Experience of risk management, governance, finance/business systems, project management Knowledge and Experience Essential 3 years internal audit Public Sector Internal Audit Standards. Nolan principles. Risk based internal audit Microsoft products (word / excel etc) Knowledge of NHS systems and the organisation and workings of the NHS - financial, non financial and clinical. Good knowledge of Internal Audit methods and techniques. Desirable Supervision of staff Skills and Competencies Essential Audit methods and techniques IT Skills - literate and efficient in the use of a variety of computer systems and software. Analytical and evaluation skills. Negotiation, persuasive and interpersonal skills. Communication skills. Ability to write clear and factual reports. Staff management Skills. Prioritising and organising skills. Decision making skills.

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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

AuditOne office location

Durham

DH9 9DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

AuditOne office location

Durham

DH9 9DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are currently looking for a flexible and innovative Community Practitioner to join our experienced community neuro rehab multi-disciplinary team.

The post holder will be required to provide high quality Community Practitioner assessment and intervention skills to patients who have complex clinical needs as a result of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), to enable them to maximise their rehabilitation potential.

The successful candidate work in a range of settings including the patients own home and the local community, as well as providing support to clients who reside in residential and nursing care settings in Northumberland.

Service users may present with a combination of physical, cognitive, sensory, psychological, behavioural and social needs therefore a commitment to multi-disciplinary working is essential.

The successful candidate will have excellent opportunities for continuing professional development and be supported by work based learning and specialist training.

The successful candidate will work across the entire county of Northumberland and must be able to meet the mobility requirements of the post.

Main duties of the job

To develop co-produced rehab plans with patients with TBI and refer on to internal and external specialists in accordance with the patients assessed need.

Provide specialist clinical advice to Service Users/Carers, staff, statutory agencies, third sector partner agencies and the public.

To regularly review rehab plans with patients and families and amend plans according to changing need.To consider Carer needs and ensure Carer and family are involved in Care Planning where appropriate.

To deliver evidenced based clinical interventions.The post holder will work as a member of the Multi-disciplinary Team ensuring that high quality individualised care is delivered which ensures safety and a commitment to promoting recovery and wellbeing and maximising independence.Coordinate Treatment Planning & Interventions, Reviews and Discharge Planning.Provide clinical supervision to junior staff as delegated by Long Term Conditions Lead.To provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity.To incorporate a client centred philosophy into practice and client centred and collaborative care.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

263-SCG26-112-HN

Job locations

Northgate Park

Morpeth

NE61 3BP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our Community Practitioners are expected to undertake assessment, and implement evidence based rehab packages as part of an MDT. The Community Practitioner has a lead role in monitoring and co-ordinating rehab plans for complex cases involving multi-disciplinary working. They will be responsible for supervision of students and junior staff.

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 22nd September 2026

Closing date : 6th October 2026

We welcome your application.

Job description Job responsibilities Our Community Practitioners are expected to undertake assessment, and implement evidence based rehab packages as part of an MDT. The Community Practitioner has a lead role in monitoring and co-ordinating rehab plans for complex cases involving multi-disciplinary working. They will be responsible for supervision of students and junior staff. Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 22nd September 2026 Closing date : 6th October 2026 We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Professional Qualification and current Professional Registration as, a First Level Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD) or equivalent as an AHP, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist
• Mentor Training.
• Evidence of post-registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions / skills relevant to the post.
• Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post.
• Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA (Multi Agency Panel for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults) and Child Protection.
• Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation.

Desirable

• Post Registration Qualifications in Psychological Interventions
• Experience of working within a community team.
• Non-Medical Prescribing

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need.
• Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives.

Desirable

• Understanding of difficult to manage/challenging behaviours.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs.
• Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills.
• Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance).
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others).
• Ability to adapt within a changing environment. Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work effectively with other professionals using a multi-agency approach and Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team and Good conflict resolution skills.

Desirable

• Clinical Leadership.
• Training & Induction of staff.
• Delegation skills.
• Debriefing skills.
• Teaching/Presentation skills.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to meet the mobility and geographical requirements of the post.

Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Professional Qualification and current Professional Registration as, a First Level Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD) or equivalent as an AHP, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist Mentor Training. Evidence of post-registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions / skills relevant to the post. Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post. Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA (Multi Agency Panel for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults) and Child Protection. Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation. Desirable Post Registration Qualifications in Psychological Interventions Experience of working within a community team. Non-Medical Prescribing Knowledge and Experience Essential 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need. Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives. Desirable Understanding of difficult to manage/challenging behaviours. Skills and Competencies Essential Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs. Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills. Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance). Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others). Ability to adapt within a changing environment. Ability to work under pressure Ability to work effectively with other professionals using a multi-agency approach and Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work autonomously and within a team and Good conflict resolution skills. Desirable Clinical Leadership. Training & Induction of staff. Delegation skills. Debriefing skills. Teaching/Presentation skills. Additional Requirements Essential Ability to meet the mobility and geographical requirements of the post.

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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northgate Park

Morpeth

NE61 3BP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northgate Park

Morpeth

NE61 3BP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Secure Care Serviceswithin Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trustprovide recovery-focused services to individuals with mental disorders and offending/serious risk histories across mental health, personality disorder and learning disability pathways in both inpatient and community settings.

The development of inpatient service at Northgate Park, has seen the co-location of secure adult mental health, learning disabilities and personality disorder services, providing an integrated centre of excellence for those requiring secure inpatient admissions in conditions of medium and low security. Service users admitted to secure inpatient services often have highly complex needs and experience a range of difficulties including psychosis, personality difficulties, learning and developmental difficulties, as well as significant forensic issues which present risk to self and others.

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit a Band 7 Clinical Psychologist to our secure inpatient provision. Psychology provision is a well-established and valued component of the service model, and the post holder would be required to work effectively within and across multidisciplinary teams.

The post involves providing expertise in undertaking specialist psychological assessment, including risk assessments, collaborative formulation and interventionswith service users. The role will include individual and group based therapeutic work. It will involve supporting multidisciplinary staff working with service users through formulation, training and reflective practice sessions, contributing to a service wide understanding and management of complex risk. This post would ideally suit an individual committed to embedding the delivery of trauma and recovery-informed care while promoting psychological wellbeing and reducing risk.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

Job summary

Are you passionate about saving lives and ensuring best practice in resuscitation and emergency care?An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Resuscitation Officer at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW). Based at St Nicholas Hospital in Newcastle, you'll play a key role in leading the design, delivery and evaluation of our resuscitation training and simulation events across a mental health Trust.

As the Trust's Subject Matter Expert in resuscitation, you will provide expert advice and guidance to clinical teams, leadership groups and policy makers, supporting the delivery of safe, evidence-based care for deteriorating patients.

The role involves direct delivery of high-quality resuscitation education, development of resuscitation trainers and link staff, involvement in serious incident reviews, and contributing to the ongoing improvement of patient outcomes and safety.

Main duties of the job

• Lead on Trust-wide resuscitation and deteriorating patient training to meet national standards and compliance.
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert in resuscitation, providing advice, guidance and specialist knowledge.
• Deliver Basic and Immediate Life Support training for adult and paediatric care, aligned with Resuscitation Council (UK) guidelines.
• Develop policy, lead audits, and contribute to clinical governance, improving patient safety and outcomes.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and supervision to resuscitation trainers and link staff.
• Support staff debriefing and provide expert advice following resuscitation attempts and clinical emergencies.
• Ensure safe maintenance and effective use of resuscitation training equipment and resources.

About youTo succeed in this role, you will need:

• A professional qualification (RGN, Paramedic, ODP) and current clinical experience in an acute/critical/emergency care setting.
• A recognised teaching qualification and evidence of delivering high-quality training.
• Completion of a Resuscitation Council (UK) accredited life support course (ALS, EPALS or ILS ).
• Excellent knowledge of resuscitation practice, deteriorating patient care, and national standards.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to lead service development.
• Flexibility to travel between sites and deliver training Trust-wide.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

As a specialist mental health Trust, we understand the importance of treating the whole person -- mind and body. The successful candidate will be part of our Physical Health Team, supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality physical healthcare across all our services.

This is an opportunity to make a real difference in a unique clinical environment. You will work alongside experienced professionals in mental health, learning disability and neurorehabilitation settings, providing vital resuscitation and emergency care education to a wide range of staff. Your role will directly support our goal of improving physical health outcomes for people with mental health needs.

We value innovation, compassion, and collaboration. You'll join a forward-thinking team that supports professional development, encourages new ideas, and champions integrated care.

Join us and be part of a team that is committed to delivering excellent physical healthcare within a leading mental health Trust.

Job summary

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for a full-time Administration Officer to work within Older People's Services based at St Nicholas Hospital, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne.

This is a very busy service and the post-holder is part of an admin team which supports the multi-disciplinary clinical team. Duties will include processing referrals into the service, maintaining an electronic patient record system, maintaining spreadsheets, diary management, typing clinical letters and reports and minuting meetings as well as other general office duties. A proven high level of organisational and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, along with extensive experience of Microsoft packages are required.

The post holder must facilitate excellent customer service and be confident in dealing with service users face to face as well as on the telephone and carry out duties as assigned to them by the Administration Team Lead / Administration Manager / Team Manager to ensure a comprehensive, high quality administrative service to the team at all times. Candidates must be adaptable, work well as a team and provide a positive patient experience which are essential skills for the role of Administration Officer.

This is a full-time post 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday.

Main duties of the job

Candidates will be responsible for administrative functions and must have demonstrable recent 12 month experienceincluding, but not limited, to the following: (see job description for further information):

• Experience working in a customer / patient focused environment (face to face and telephone)
• Administrative/Secretarial experience
• General administrative duties
• Fast, accurate typing/keyboard skills
• Typing and formatting letters and reports
• Minute taking experience
• Diary Management
• Ability to be self-directed, motivated and be able to contribute positively within a team
• Ability to change tasks at short notice
• Reliable and punctual
• The post holder will be expected to demonstrate flexibility in the role
• The post holder will be able to demonstrate the ability to deal with possible exposure to highly distressing or highly emotional circumstances and will be expected to participate on all relevant training courses appropriate to the role
• You should currently hold the required level of qualifications, as outlined in the Essential Criteria of the Personal Specification. If you do not meet this criteria you will not be shortlisted.

The post holder must facilitate excellent customer service and be confident in dealing with service users face to face as well as on the telephone. Candidates mustbe adaptable, work well as a team and provide a positive patient experience which are essential skills for the role of Administration Officer.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

Job summary

At CNTW we strive to provide the BEST CARE, delivered by the BEST PEOPLE, to achieve the BEST OUTCOME. CNTW is on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services.

As a Consultant, you will know what it means to achieve this by leading a team. Striving for a better service. Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do

And as a specialist in Adult Community Psychiatry you will work with the CPNs and integrated team psychologists to provide medical expertise for CTT patients across psychosis and non-psychosis pathways. You will be an active member in supporting the Trust and your team during the Transformation work that the Trust is currently taking.

The job is a 10PAs a week and you will be working alongside the multidisciplinary team, including SAS doctors, resident doctors, and wider clinical teams, you will be the clinical expert from a medical perspective to ensure best practice care is delivered and support the team.

Please note we can not sponsor GMC for this role.

Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Name: Dr Suzy Guirguis

Email: [email protected]

Tel: 07711292879

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will provide Consultant clinical leadership to the service and will assume consultant psychiatrist responsibility for their proportion of patients being looked after by the team. This includes assuming Responsible Clinician status for patients under their care, including patients subject to Community Treatment Orders, taking a lead on compliance with the Mental Health Act and CQC requirements.

They will participate, directly and indirectly, in the assessment of patients referred to the service and in drawing up care plans which will address the patients' psychiatric, physical, and social needs.

They will carry out detailed psychiatric assessments of patients as clinically indicated to allow accurate diagnoses and contribute to their treatment plans, including pharmacological management of psychotropic medication.

The post-holder will forge good working relationships with other psychiatrists across the Directorate in order to encourage appropriate referrals and assure a cooperative approach to the care of patients. They will be linked in with other Consultants and supported to join peer groups. They will also provide consultation and advice to members of the MDT and primary care colleagues

You will be supported by a medical assistant and/or medical secretary. We are looking for applicants based anywhere in the UK to explore exciting new opportunities in remote and digital working.

About us

Why us?

• Up to £8k relocation package
• 30 days study leave (every 3 years)
• Flexible working opportunities created with you involved in your job plan
• Remote working available as suits service needs
• Dedicated and protected SPA time
• Focus on creating a healthy workforce by investing heavily in health and wellbeing accessible support including emotional, physical, social, psychological financial and career well being
• Teaching and research opportunities available
• Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching
• Teaching opportunities in our brand-new state of the art Medical Education Centre
• Employee Excellence awards
• Plus, lots more employee benefits including discounts. Find out more at www.thriveatcntw.co.uk

As an added bonus, the Trust is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing national parks, ancient heritage sites and major cities supported by excellent national and international transport links. The area is predominantly rural and contains the Lake District National Park which is considered one of England's finest areas of natural beauty.

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 3 Clinical Support Assistant to join our team at Walkergate Park. At Walkergate Park we provide specialist neuro rehabilitation for people with complex neurological conditions including brain injury, stroke and Multiple Sclerosis.

The successful candidate will work in inpatients at Walkergate Park as a Physiotherapy Clinical Support Assistant and assist in the delivery of rehabilitation to patients as guided by the qualified therapists. This will involve working with patients with complex neurological conditions including those with cognitive and behavioural difficulties. The successful candidate will work independently with patients to carry out rehabilitation programmes as directed by the qualified therapists as well as joint working alongside the therapists.

The successful candidate will be supported to develop their skills in this area through regular supervision, in service training and joint working with Physiotherapists, and other assistants in the team.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the job are: To assist in the delivery of physiotherapy care to service users who have a variety of needs, diverse presentations and a range of mental health, learning disabilities and / or neurological conditions under the direction of a registered physiotherapist. The overall responsibility for the service user remains, at all times with the registered physiotherapist..To accept onto caseload, patients allocated by Physiotherapy. Provide treatment according to set treatment protocols after assessment and handover by qualified staff and monitor patient progress ensuring regular feedback is given to therapists and nurses.To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team.

To have a key role in supporting therapists in the provision of hydrotherapy and groups, including preparation for sessions and maintenance of the pool area.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our Memory Protection Service based at Monkwearmouth Hospital in Sunderland on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave.

The Memory Protection Service is a dementia service for those in South of Tyne and Wear referred for memory assessment. The Service covers 3 localities; Sunderland, South Tyneside and Gateshead and offers comprehensive assessment and diagnosis.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be working into the homes of older adults to provide a comprehensive assessment to aid diagnosis and manage risk.

The successful therapist will be required to work as an autonomous practitioner although you will closely work with members of the Occupational Therapy team and multi-disciplinary colleagues. We require a highly motivated Occupational Therapist with the ability to work independently and with a commitment to their own personal and professional development. Regular supervision and support will be provided.

The post holder will be expected to demonstrate a good working knowledge of theories, models and approaches relevant to this clinical setting, as well as a good understanding of a range of clinical conditions related to Older People's mental health, cognitive impairment and dementia.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.