Job summary

Community Occupational Therapist (Physical) Band 6

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on people's lives through physical rehabilitation when discharged home from hospital and supporting in our In-patient rehabilitation unit? What about an opportunity to support the Ambulance services via an Urgent Care Response referral?

North Bedfordshire is looking for a part time band 6 Occupational Therapist to work within the 7 day service

You need to be responsive, have strong assessment skills with a personalised approach for a wide range of needs/conditions. You will then develop, implement, manage and review the planned recommendations.You will need skills in moving and handling, risk assessing and identifying solutions to reduce risk.

You will work closely alongside all members of the therapy team, as well as the wider multi-disciplinary workforce across Bedfordshire, building close links with professionals and services required to wrap around the needs of each individual to provide a holistic approach.

You will line manage and supervise unqualified staff within the team, supporting them to provide an excellent level of service to the local population. There is also an expectation to support student placements.

All applicants should hold a degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy and be registered with HCPC.

Main duties of the job

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care

Ensuring highest level of care is provided

Clinical

Making clinical decisions

Administration

Maintaining up to date documentation on System1

Management

Assist with overseeing the Community Occupational Therapy Team

Performance and Quality

Ensuring highest level of performance and Quality of care and documentation.

and Experience

and authorised courses outside of the mandatory training requirements

Supervision

Supervising band 3/ 4 and 5's

Communication and Relationships

Maintaining the highest level of communication within the team both in-house and in the wider teams and with clients, their carers and families.

About us

ELFT is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees, job applicants and service users. We are committed to ensuring that no one will be discriminated against on the grounds of race, colour, creed, ethnic or national origin, disability, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation or marital status. The Trust commits itself to promote equal opportunities and value diversity and will keep under review its policies, procedures and practices to ensure that all employees, users and providers of its services are treated according to their needs.

Job summary

Would you like an opportunity to join our exciting and innovative Child & Adolescent Mental Health (CAMH) service.

We are looking for an experienced team administrator who has worked in a similar admin role. They will provide effective and efficient administration support to the Countywide Eating Disorders Team and contribute to the smooth functioning of the systems underpinning the service.

Main duties of the job

Based within a busy environment, the post holder will have responsibility for providing a confidential, professional, efficient and responsive administrative support service including supporting the lead, collating figures and producing reports.

The post holder will be need to be professional, well-organised, team orientated, experienced and highly motivated to join our multi-disciplinary team

Applicants should have a sound working knowledge of Microsoft office applications and patient information systems.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

363-SSLB8143976-B

Job locations

9 Rush Court

Rush Court

Bedford

MK40 3JT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like the opportunity to be part of our professional and friendly team we would like to hear from you.

Please contact either Helen White - [email protected] or Jane Brown - [email protected]

Telephone number - 01525 638614

Job description Job responsibilities If you would like the opportunity to be part of our professional and friendly team we would like to hear from you. Please contact either Helen White - [email protected] or Jane Brown - [email protected] Telephone number - 01525 638614

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oEnglish & Math's GCSE or equivalent
• oGood standard of written and spoken English

Desirable

• oNVQ Admin

Experience

Essential

• oAdvanced Administration skills at a senior level
• oHealth/Social care patient information systems
• oHealth/Social care patient information systems
• oWorking as part of an administrative team for at least a year

Desirable

• oReception duties on a Health or Social Care setting
• oExperience in a health/mental health, education or social services setting

Knowledge

Essential

• oComputer literacy and word processing skills (MSOffice Word)
• oData entry skills
• oAbility to prioritise workload & plan & organise own time effectively
• oAbility to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a pressured environment

Desirable

• oKnowledge & understanding of medical terms
• oKnowledge of Patient Administration systems

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oEnglish & Math's GCSE or equivalent oGood standard of written and spoken English Desirable oNVQ Admin Experience Essential oAdvanced Administration skills at a senior level oHealth/Social care patient information systems oHealth/Social care patient information systems oWorking as part of an administrative team for at least a year Desirable oReception duties on a Health or Social Care setting oExperience in a health/mental health, education or social services setting Knowledge Essential oComputer literacy and word processing skills (MSOffice Word) oData entry skills oAbility to prioritise workload & plan & organise own time effectively oAbility to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a pressured environment Desirable oKnowledge & understanding of medical terms oKnowledge of Patient Administration systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

9 Rush Court

Rush Court

Bedford

MK40 3JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

9 Rush Court

Rush Court

Bedford

MK40 3JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced occupational therapist to join our welcoming team. Our service offers specialised, coordinated advice and treatment aimed at maximizing independence, slowing disease progression, minimising hospital admissions, and ensuring a smooth transition home after hospital discharge.

As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will manage a complex clinical caseload and deliver high-quality care to adults with various neurological conditions. Additionally, our team provides an Early Supported Discharge Service for stroke patients, and your role will be crucial in delivering this essential service.

Furthermore, the Occupational Therapy team offers Vocational Rehabilitation for patients returning to work, helping them navigate the process of re-entering the workforce.

Main duties of the job

To deliver an expertly tailored, client-focused occupational therapy service to adults who have experienced a stroke, both in their homes and in various community and workplace settings.

This service caters to clients with complex physical, cognitive, psycho-social, and housing challenges stemming from their neurological condition and any other pre-existing medical issues.

As a vital member of the multidisciplinary team, you will provide specialized, integrated, and goal-oriented rehabilitation for clients with neurological disabilities, taking on the role of key worker for designated individuals.

You will operate as an independent practitioner, managing a complex clinical caseload while applying your specialized knowledge and skills in occupational therapy within the neurology field to assess client needs. Based on your assessments, you will formulate diagnoses and treatment plans aimed at alleviating the effects of disability.

Additionally, you will take a lead role in the supervision, training, and evaluation of junior occupational therapists, assistants, students, and other multidisciplinary team members.

Collaboration is key; you will work alongside fellow clinicians and adult social care occupational therapists to drive service development and ensure the delivery of high-quality care. This includes spearheading and implementing practice changes that align with the Stroke Clinical guidelines.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

Newham CAMHS are excited to be recruiting to a full time post as a Children & Young People's CBT Practitioner within the Wellbeing in Newham Schools Team. (Mental Health Support Team - MHST).

The post-holder will work within Newham CAMHS WINS providing assessments and interventions in and around local schools. The successful candidate will need to be a registered EMHP.

We are looking for confident CAMHS professionals who are keen to provide CBT evidence based interventions to children and young people within schools. You will have a demonstrable track record of providing collaborative and supportive interventions with children, young people, families, and parents/carers. The community served is multi-ethnic and culturally diverse and we welcome applicants who are skilled at working with the richness and complexity of this multicultural context.

We offer an exciting and dynamic environment where your ideas and career development will be valued. You will be supported directly by senior colleagues as we develop the service together.

Main duties of the job

1. Delivery of CBT based interventions for low mood and anxiety in educational settings across the borough, as per the MHST model and supporting development of the service.
2. As the post holder will be working within the community, they will establish and maintain positive relationships with professionals, agencies, charities and teams who also provide services to children and/or young people in the community.
3. Actioning the 3 core functions of an MHST: to deliver evidence-based interventions for mild-to-moderate mental health issues, support thesenior mental health lead in each school or college to introduce or develop their whole school or college approach and, give timely advise to school and college staff and liaise with external specialist services to help children and young people to get the right support and stay in education.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Waltham Forest Clinical Health Psychological Services as a band 6 qualified Clinical Associate in Psychology (CAP). The successful post holder will work as part of a specialist multidisciplinary team providing psychologically informed assessment, formulation and evidence-based interventions for adults experiencing psychological difficulties associated with physical health conditions, including long-term conditions, adjustment to health and medically unexplained symptoms. The successful candidate will be working under the supervision of a qualified HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist and play a vital role in improving access to psychological therapies, support recovery, promote community engagement, including partnership-working with various stakeholders. The role provides an opportunity to collaborate with patients, carers, healthcare professionals, community organisations, and voluntary sector partners to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. We are particularly interested in candidates who are enthusiastic about reducing health inequalities, promoting inclusion, and supporting people to achieve meaningful goals that improve their quality of life and wellbeing. Experience of working within diverse communities and a commitment to the values of the NHS are essential.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the Job The successful candidate will: Deliver psychological assessments, formulation and evidence-based interventions for adults with complex mental health presentations in the context of physical health conditions. Assessments and interventions will be delivered in person, telephone or digital platform. Develop collaborative treatment plans and support service users to achieve agreed recovery and wellbeing goals. Undertake risk assessments and contribute to the psychological management of risk in accordance with service policies and procedures. Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, primary care, secondary care services, social care, community organisations and voluntary sector partners to coordinate care and improve outcomes. Support the development of psychologically informed care across health and social care settings, acting as a psychological resource to colleagues and partner organisations. Contribute to service evaluation, audit, quality improvement initiatives and research activity to enhance service delivery and patient experience. Work closely with lived experience representatives and local communities to co-produce and co-develop services. Participate in regular clinical and managerial supervision. Maintain accurate and timely clinical records, prepare reports and correspondence as required. Receive opportunities for continuing professional development, reflective practice, training.

About us

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and community services for over 4.9 million people living in the London Boroughs of Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and across Essex. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled health professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care.

Details

Date posted

08 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

JAC-3BDL-002010

Job locations

Jane Atkinson Centre

Waltham Forest

London

E17 3HP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

As a CAP, you will be responsible for undertaking comprehensive psychological assessments and developing formulations that enhance understanding of the emotional, behavioural and social factors affecting an individual's physical and mental health. Using evidence-based approaches, you will deliver psychological interventions, to support improved health outcomes and quality of life. Interventions will be delivered individually or in a group and the role may involve working across multiple sites.

You will work collaboratively with service users, carers and support networks to promote engagement, recovery, including understanding the relationship between physical and psychological health. Alongside this, you will deliver culturally sensitive, inclusive and equitable person-centred care, recognising the impact of diversity and health inequalities for all service users.

Essential Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Psychology with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society.
• MSc Clinical Associate in Psychology (MCAP) qualification from an accredited training provider.
• Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application. Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means youll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. Were CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT. Our Values 2025 - 2030 Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are:
• We are kind.
• We are respectful.
• We work together with our communities.
• These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people. Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing onengagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes Hospital. Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Select One: High Cost Area Supplement Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, CEME) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,870 to a maximum of £6,137 p.a. pro rata for part time). Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust. Use of AI We value applications that genuinely reflect each candidates own skills, experience and motivations. We therefore strongly discourage the use of AI-generated content in applications. Applications should be written in your own words and accurately represent your knowledge, skills and experience. We reserve the right to reject an application where we reasonably believe AI has been used to generate or materially contribute to its content. Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means youll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. Were CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT. For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact: Name: Dr Maria Tziggili Job title: Senior Practitioner Psychologist Contact Number: 0300 555 1200 extension 55794 Email: [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities As a CAP, you will be responsible for undertaking comprehensive psychological assessments and developing formulations that enhance understanding of the emotional, behavioural and social factors affecting an individual's physical and mental health. Using evidence-based approaches, you will deliver psychological interventions, to support improved health outcomes and quality of life. Interventions will be delivered individually or in a group and the role may involve working across multiple sites. You will work collaboratively with service users, carers and support networks to promote engagement, recovery, including understanding the relationship between physical and psychological health. Alongside this, you will deliver culturally sensitive, inclusive and equitable person-centred care, recognising the impact of diversity and health inequalities for all service users. Essential Qualifications Undergraduate degree in Psychology with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society. MSc Clinical Associate in Psychology (MCAP) qualification from an accredited training provider. Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application. Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means youll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. Were CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT. Our Values 2025 - 2030 Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are: We are kind. We are respectful. We work together with our communities. These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people. Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing onengagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes Hospital. Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Select One: High Cost Area Supplement Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, CEME) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,870 to a maximum of £6,137 p.a. pro rata for part time). Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust. Use of AI We value applications that genuinely reflect each candidates own skills, experience and motivations. We therefore strongly discourage the use of AI-generated content in applications. Applications should be written in your own words and accurately represent your knowledge, skills and experience. We reserve the right to reject an application where we reasonably believe AI has been used to generate or materially contribute to its content. Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means youll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. Were CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT. For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact: Name: Dr Maria Tziggili Job title: Senior Practitioner Psychologist Contact Number: 0300 555 1200 extension 55794 Email: [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Undergraduate degree in psychology (with graduate basis for registration with BPS)
• MCAP qualification from an accredited CAP training provider

Experience

Essential

• Experience of work in the NHS with adults with complex mental health needs
• Delivering evidence based psychological interventions with individuals and groups presenting with severe and/or complex mental health problems
• Audit, evaluation or research
• Work in multi-cultural settings
• Work with community, voluntary & social enterprise organisations
• Work with interpreters
• Conducting service related research

Desirable

• Working in MDTs
• Lived experience of mental health issues or psychological problems as a service user or carer
• Work with behaviours that challenge services

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Undergraduate degree in psychology (with graduate basis for registration with BPS) MCAP qualification from an accredited CAP training provider Experience Essential Experience of work in the NHS with adults with complex mental health needs Delivering evidence based psychological interventions with individuals and groups presenting with severe and/or complex mental health problems Audit, evaluation or research Work in multi-cultural settings Work with community, voluntary & social enterprise organisations Work with interpreters Conducting service related research Desirable Working in MDTs Lived experience of mental health issues or psychological problems as a service user or carer Work with behaviours that challenge services

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

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Jane Atkinson Centre

Waltham Forest

London

E17 3HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Jane Atkinson Centre

Waltham Forest

London

E17 3HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The post holder will support the multidisciplinary team in the management of patients subject to CPA, as envisaged in relevant NICE Guidance. The post-holder will work with an MDT including pharmacy, psychology, social work, CPN colleagues, and trainees. Post holder will clinically lead a sub-team within this service, overseeing the delivery of care under CPA for a cohort of patients registered with certain primary care clinical networks.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will:

1.Provide consultant leadership to the CPA recovery team.

2.Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and management of issues relating to mental and physical health for adults with acute and severe mental illness in the community (over 18 years) so that intensive and timely treatment can be delivered to prevent chronicity and dependency on psychiatric services.

3.Attend and be the clinical leader of weekly MDT meetings, supported by the team operational lead.

4.Provide clinical advice and guidance to primary care physicians to manage patients in the least restrictive environment

5.Undertake all work in the context of the recovery approach which is emphasised across the Trust, placing the service user at the centre of planning and decision making.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Details

Date posted

08 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

363-MR-BED-8040561-B

Job locations

Florence Ball House

Kimbolton Road

Bedford

MK40 2NT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As above

The post-holder will:

1.Provide consultant leadership to the CPA recovery team.

2.Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and management of issues relating to mental and physical health for adults with acute and severe mental illness in the community (over 18 years) so that intensive and timely treatment can be delivered to prevent chronicity and dependency on psychiatric services.

3.Attend and be the clinical leader of weekly MDT meetings, supported by the team operational lead.

4.Provide clinical advice and guidance to primary care physicians to manage patients in the least restrictive environment

5.Undertake all work in the context of the recovery approach which is emphasised across the Trust, placing the service user at the centre of planning and decision making.

Job description Job responsibilities As above The post-holder will: 1.Provide consultant leadership to the CPA recovery team. 2.Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and management of issues relating to mental and physical health for adults with acute and severe mental illness in the community (over 18 years) so that intensive and timely treatment can be delivered to prevent chronicity and dependency on psychiatric services. 3.Attend and be the clinical leader of weekly MDT meetings, supported by the team operational lead. 4.Provide clinical advice and guidance to primary care physicians to manage patients in the least restrictive environment 5.Undertake all work in the context of the recovery approach which is emphasised across the Trust, placing the service user at the centre of planning and decision making.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of clinical work in Acute Adult Psychiatry at SpR, SASG or consultant level within the last 3 years

Desirable

• Experience of service development and introducing new services in mental health

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully registered with the General Medical Council

Desirable

• A higher degree such as MD or PhD

Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of clinical work in Acute Adult Psychiatry at SpR, SASG or consultant level within the last 3 years Desirable Experience of service development and introducing new services in mental health Qualifications Essential Fully registered with the General Medical Council Desirable A higher degree such as MD or PhD

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

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Florence Ball House

Kimbolton Road

Bedford

MK40 2NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Florence Ball House

Kimbolton Road

Bedford

MK40 2NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Aim of the role: The expectation of this post holder will be to support their team, department and organisation to achieve the Trusts Values in their day to day work. These are: We are kind We are respectful We work together with our communities The post holder will achieve this by: The post holder will be a Rehabilitation Assistant (Band 3), assisting Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service in providing a high standard therapy service to patients within the community. This is by supporting the multi-professional team in the assessment and implementation of falls prevention treatment programmes and care plans for patients who may have diverse presentations and varying physical and psychological conditions. Agreed treatment programmes / care plans will be carried out by the post holder, at times, working alone within the patients home.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities: 1. To carry out prescribed treatment programmes and care plans with patients including those with diverse or complex disabilities and multi pathologies, seeking assistance from a qualified member of the Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service as required. 2. To monitor treatment / care plans and evaluate patient progress to a satisfactory outcome, reporting on and advising the Registered Therapist/Band 4 of any changes, problems and outcomes, or requesting assistance and advice as required. 3. Assist the Registered Occupational Therapists, or Physiotherapists in home visit assessments/treatments and carry out lone access home visit assessments/treatments as directed. 4. Working in the community and domiciliary settings work as a lone practitioner with instruction and support from an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Nurse or Band 4. 5. To be aware of and responsible for reporting clinical risk within own patient caseload. 6. Work within trust clinical guidelines and professional guidelines and to have a good working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own and others quality of practice as appropriate. 7. Represent the Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service as instructed. To liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team, under the guidance of the responsible therapist/nurse.

About us

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and community services for over 4.9 million people living in the London Boroughs of Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and across Essex. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled health professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care.

Details

Date posted

07 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

NDD-001841

Job locations

Jane Atkinson Centre

Waltham Forest

London

E17 3HP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

We are looking for 2 Rehabilitation Assistances to work in the Falls Prevention Service- one full time (37.5 hours a week) and one part time (24.75 hours a week)

The post holder will be a Rehabilitation Assistant (Band 3), assisting Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service in providing a high standard therapy service to patients within the community.

This is by supporting the multi-professional team in the assessment and implementation of falls prevention treatment programmes and care plans for patients who may have diverse presentations and varying physical and psychological conditions.

Agreed treatment programmes / care plans will be carried out by the post holder, at times, working alone within the patients’ home. They will also assist in the delivery of Falls Education and Balance Classes.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To carry out prescribed treatment programmes and care plans with patients including those with diverse or complex disabilities and multi pathologies, seeking assistance from a qualified member of the Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service as required.
• To monitor treatment / care plans and evaluate patient progress to a satisfactory outcome, reporting on and advising the Registered Therapist/Nurse/Band 4 of any changes, problems and outcomes, or requesting assistance and advice as required.
• Assist the Registered Occupational Therapists, or Physiotherapists in home visit assessments/treatments and carry out lone access home visit assessments/treatments as directed.
• Working in the community and domiciliary settings work as a lone practitioner with instruction and support from an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Band 4.
• To be aware of and responsible for reporting clinical risk within own patient caseload.
• Work within trust clinical guidelines and professional guidelines and to have a good working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own and others quality of practice as appropriate.
• Represent the Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service as instructed. To liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team, under the guidance of the responsible therapist/nurse.
• To be aware of the basic principles of first aid and to apply them when necessary and in communication with a trained professional.
• To undertake duties at all times with regard to the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
• To be aware of, and respect the right to patient choice and dignity, and promote this at all times.

Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas.

The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT.

Our Values 2025 - 2030

Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are:

• We are kind.
• We are respectful.
• We work together with our communities.

These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people.

Starting with NELFT

NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes Hospital.

Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period.

Select One:

High Cost Area Supplement – Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, CEME) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,870 to a maximum of £6,137 p.a. pro rata for part time).

Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application.

We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Please apply as soon as possible as some posts close early to limit the number of applications.

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

Name: Maggie Howlett

Job title: Falls Team Lead

Contact Number: 54058

Email: [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities Job overview We are looking for 2 Rehabilitation Assistances to work in the Falls Prevention Service- one full time (37.5 hours a week) and one part time (24.75 hours a week) The post holder will be a Rehabilitation Assistant (Band 3), assisting Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service in providing a high standard therapy service to patients within the community. This is by supporting the multi-professional team in the assessment and implementation of falls prevention treatment programmes and care plans for patients who may have diverse presentations and varying physical and psychological conditions. Agreed treatment programmes / care plans will be carried out by the post holder, at times, working alone within the patients’ home. They will also assist in the delivery of Falls Education and Balance Classes. Detailed job description and main responsibilities To carry out prescribed treatment programmes and care plans with patients including those with diverse or complex disabilities and multi pathologies, seeking assistance from a qualified member of the Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service as required. To monitor treatment / care plans and evaluate patient progress to a satisfactory outcome, reporting on and advising the Registered Therapist/Nurse/Band 4 of any changes, problems and outcomes, or requesting assistance and advice as required. Assist the Registered Occupational Therapists, or Physiotherapists in home visit assessments/treatments and carry out lone access home visit assessments/treatments as directed. Working in the community and domiciliary settings work as a lone practitioner with instruction and support from an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Band 4. To be aware of and responsible for reporting clinical risk within own patient caseload. Work within trust clinical guidelines and professional guidelines and to have a good working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own and others quality of practice as appropriate. Represent the Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service as instructed. To liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team, under the guidance of the responsible therapist/nurse. To be aware of the basic principles of first aid and to apply them when necessary and in communication with a trained professional. To undertake duties at all times with regard to the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974. To be aware of, and respect the right to patient choice and dignity, and promote this at all times. Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT. Our Values 2025 - 2030 Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are: We are kind. We are respectful. We work together with our communities. These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people. Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes Hospital. Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Select One: High Cost Area Supplement – Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, CEME) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,870 to a maximum of £6,137 p.a. pro rata for part time). Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust. Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application. We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Please apply as soon as possible as some posts close early to limit the number of applications. For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact: Name: Maggie Howlett Job title: Falls Team Lead Contact Number: 54058 Email: [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 2 or
• equivalent standard of
• literacy and numeracy
• Willingness and ability
• to be trained and
• become competent in
• areas relating to
• Falls
• Prevention
• Short term
• rehabilitation
• Equipment
• provision
• within 6 months of
• appointment

Desirable

• Formal training is
• health and social care

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as
• part of a team.
• Experience of working in
• a therapy/nursing
• assistant role or an
• equivalent related role

Desirable

• Rehabilitation in both
• hospital and community
• settings.
• Knowledge of equipment
• and use in the home

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ level 2 or equivalent standard of literacy and numeracy Willingness and ability to be trained and become competent in areas relating to Falls Prevention Short term rehabilitation Equipment provision within 6 months of appointment Desirable Formal training is health and social care Experience Essential Experience of working as part of a team. Experience of working in a therapy/nursing assistant role or an equivalent related role Desirable Rehabilitation in both hospital and community settings. Knowledge of equipment and use in the home

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

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Jane Atkinson Centre

Waltham Forest

London

E17 3HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Jane Atkinson Centre

Waltham Forest

London

E17 3HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Aim of the role: The expectation of this post holder will be to support their team, department and organisation to achieve the Trusts Values in their day to day work. We are kind We are respectful We work together with our communities The post holder will achieve this by: The post holder will be a Registered Speech and Language Therapist responsible for children and their families allocated to them and will assess, manage, plan and deliver care, including being professionally and legally accountable. The post holder will work autonomously as a Specialist SALT within the Integrated Childrens Services team in various settings. The post holder will support their peers and team leader and be an effective team member whilst working on their own initiative. They will have a commitment to collaborative working and actively support and liaise with other health and social care professionals and agencies.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities: Independently manage and differential diagnose a caseload of pre-school and school aged clients with a range of speech, language and communication needs. This may include clients with an Education, Health and Care plan. Devise and deliver appropriate specialist intervention/care plans/enhanced models of SLT for clients with complex communication needs and provide suitable and timely support. Undertake feeding/swallowing assessment and support according to the post holders level of experience/training and as required of the role. Work as part of the integrated multi disciplinary team ensuring the delivery of joined up care plans. Contribute to multidisciplinary support for clients with a range of speech, language and communication difficulties. Provide feedback, advice and training to parents/family members, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team regarding communication needs and strategies to facilitate development. Develop and deliver training and support packages.

About us

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and community services for over 4.9 million people living in the London Boroughs of Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and across Essex. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled health professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care.

Job summary

Role :L&B Bank Band 5 Community Nurse

Are you a Newly Qualified band 5 registered nurse or an experienced nurse that is looking for your next career move?

Do you want to make a difference? Then why not join the South Locality District Nursing Team in Tower Hamlets. We are looking for adult community registered nurses to cover a bank role within the Trust.

As a Bank Band 5 Community Nurse you will be providing high quality nursing care to patients who reside in the Luton and Bedfordshire area.

Main duties of the job

Our team is an established integrated service. This will give you the opportunity to work closely with our Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Care Navigators, Mental Health Liaison Nurse and Psychologist. Our service is also supported by a team of experienced administrators. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with the local General Practices, and other statutory and non-statutory services to meet the health and social needs of this local population. The integration and collaboration of all these disciplines and services allows all new admissions to our service to have a clinically robust assessment and treatment plan, with an emphasis to promote independent living, that is holistic, evidence based and in line with all current Best Practice Guidelines. Support and development for staff in our service is one of our main goals.

About us

ELFT (East London NHS Foundation Trust) is making a positive difference to thousands of people's lives, providing support so that they can fulfil their potential and enjoy healthy lives.

ELFT has been named one of the HSJ Top 10 best places to work in healthcare, HSJ Provider Trust of the Year and graded as Outstanding by our regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in 2018. We believe that staff who feel valued by the Trust and are truly engaged in the organisation deliver better outcomes for our patients. This Trust is clinician-led, and provides the highest possible level of clinical expertise throughout its services.

We have set ourselves the mission to improve the quality of life of all we serve, and have embarked on an ambitious Quality Improvement programme to transform the culture of the Trust to one of continuous improvement, delivered through participation of all staff and with service users, carers and families at the heart of our efforts to improve.

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Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,964 to £43,780 a year Per Annum inc HCA

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

363-BankCommNurse-JobfairC

Job locations

Charter House

7 Alma St

Luton

LU1 2PJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Kindly refer to the job description and person specification for full details. This sets out the knowledge and skills required.

Job description Job responsibilities Kindly refer to the job description and person specification for full details. This sets out the knowledge and skills required.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

• RGN

Desirable

• DN Cert/Dip/Degree
• Non-Medical Prescriber V300
• Nurse Formulary prescriber V100
• Advanced history taking and physical assessment course

Experience

Essential

• Good organizational Skills and ability to priories work and delegate effectively to the team
• Experience of working in a multi professional team and lead across organization to achieve high patient outcomes.
• Assess plan and implement a plan of care for individual patients
• Ability to liaise effectively with members of the Primary care team
• Ability to organize and deliver high standards of evidence based clinical nursing care

Knowledge and skils

Essential

• Understanding and knowledge of the complex needs and long term conditions management.
• Knowledge of current professional issues facing nursing
• Knowledge of community nursing practice and current legislation.
• Knowledge of safeguarding issues and the protection of adults.
• Knowledge of information governance and the responsibility

Desirable

• Able to professionally and personally develop oneself and other team members.
• Knowledge of agencies and organisations within the primary care systems that can be utilized to gain optimum care for a patien

Person Specification Education and Training Essential RGN Desirable DN Cert/Dip/Degree Non-Medical Prescriber V300 Nurse Formulary prescriber V100 Advanced history taking and physical assessment course Experience Essential Good organizational Skills and ability to priories work and delegate effectively to the team Experience of working in a multi professional team and lead across organization to achieve high patient outcomes. Assess plan and implement a plan of care for individual patients Ability to liaise effectively with members of the Primary care team Ability to organize and deliver high standards of evidence based clinical nursing care Knowledge and skils Essential Understanding and knowledge of the complex needs and long term conditions management. Knowledge of current professional issues facing nursing Knowledge of community nursing practice and current legislation. Knowledge of safeguarding issues and the protection of adults. Knowledge of information governance and the responsibility Desirable Able to professionally and personally develop oneself and other team members. Knowledge of agencies and organisations within the primary care systems that can be utilized to gain optimum care for a patien

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

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Charter House

7 Alma St

Luton

LU1 2PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Charter House

7 Alma St

Luton

LU1 2PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Senior Project Manager is a key member of the Innovation and TransformationTeam. Working with the Senior Programme Manager, this role will lead and manage projects and project elements within the Trustwide digital programme portfolio. This will include the End-to-End life cycle from inception to closure of larger often Trustwide, highcomplexity, challenging and/or highly sensitive projects.

The role is responsible for matrix management of identified project team who are responsible for the definition and delivery of the Digital projects.

The teams could consist of:o System supplierso Key project stakeholderso Technical resourceso Clinician and non-clinical staffo Partner providerso People Participationo Project staff responsible for the implementation of key ITIL processes such as Knowledge Management and Change and Service Asset and Configuration.

Main duties of the job

Act as the overall owner responsible for specific projects including project start, development of the project plan, implementation, transition to business as usual, project closure and post project reviews of larger often Trustwide, high complexity, challenging and/or highly sensitive projects.o Responsible for maintaining the projects governance arrangements to ensure a robust audit trail of project outputs, outcomes and benefits exist by establishing and leading a project board structure reporting to the relevant Programme Manager and relevant project boards.o Work closely with the programme teams, senior PMO specialist,DigitalOperations Teams, Digital leadership team and other project managers within the Innovation and Transformation Team, to ensure all new projects are scheduled appropriately and have the appropriate deployment, test and release resourcesforecast, budgeted and scheduled.o Ensure effective engagement and communication with all relevant stakeholders both internal (such as clinical and nonclinical) and external (such as people participation, partner providers and suppliers)o Responsible for the definition of work packages needed to deliver a project and ensure that these are identified at the planning stage so they resources can bescheduled for work requirements.o Responsible for ensuring that the appropriate controls are put in place to maintain the quality of services and ensure projects are successfully transitioned into "Business As Usual"

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

Learning Disability Liaison Nurse (Health Facilitation Service, Bedfordshire and Luton)

Do you have a passion for working with people who have a learning disability and supporting them to access health services when they need to?

An opportunity has arisen with the Acute Liaison Nurses of the Health Facilitation Service, which is part of the Learning Disability Service in Bedfordshire and Luton, East London Foundation NHS Trust. (ELFT)

The role will be split between Bedford Hospital and Luton and Dunstable in accordance with service demands.

Main duties of the job

The role is suitable for a dynamic and compassionate registered nurse who is committed to supporting the needs of adults with a learning disability who are accessing the services within an acute hospital setting either as an inpatient, an outpatient or planned admission.

You will need to be passionate about ensuring a high-quality, holistic approach to the health care and support provided to people with learning disabilities, in the acute care environment. You will be required to work autonomously and as part of a wider team and deliver on projects reducing health inequalities.

You will be provided support to develop your nursing skills within an established team, to enhance your autonomous practice and engage with a range of different agencies. The Trust actively encourages professional development through the appraisal and supervision process, and you will be provided with regular supervision.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

363-BED8234811

Job locations

BED Health Facilitation Service, Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Knowledge of local and national health initiatives that focus on the health of people who have a learning disability is a key requirement of this job. Additionally, a sound knowledge and understanding of physical health conditions which affect the learning disability population is essential.

You will work alongside a Lead Liaison Learning Disability Nurse as well as alongside members of the wider multidisciplinary clinical team.

Please see attached documents for full description of the post.

Job description Job responsibilities Knowledge of local and national health initiatives that focus on the health of people who have a learning disability is a key requirement of this job. Additionally, a sound knowledge and understanding of physical health conditions which affect the learning disability population is essential. You will work alongside a Lead Liaison Learning Disability Nurse as well as alongside members of the wider multidisciplinary clinical team. Please see attached documents for full description of the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oRNLD/ RGN

Experience

Essential

• oDemonstrate current registration NMC
• oEvidence of formal post registration learning
• o Clinical experience at band 5 or equivalent

Knowledge and Understanding

Essential

• oWorking Knowledge of Clinical Risk Assessment
• oUnderstanding of professional and current issues in learning disabilities nursing in acute areas
• oUnderstanding of the health needs of people with learning disability and the health inequalities of people with a learning disability
• oFactual knowledge of the wider NHS and local agendas including the learning disability work plan
• oFactual knowledge of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
• oWorking Knowledge of equality and diversity

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• oExcellent communication, verbal and written skills
• oAbility to work across traditional boundaries
• oProven change management and service development ability
• oAbility to negotiate and influence different disciplines and grades of staff

Attributes and Qualities

Essential

• oAble to work flexibly on own initiative and as part of a Team.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oRNLD/ RGN Experience Essential oDemonstrate current registration NMC oEvidence of formal post registration learning o Clinical experience at band 5 or equivalent Knowledge and Understanding Essential oWorking Knowledge of Clinical Risk Assessment oUnderstanding of professional and current issues in learning disabilities nursing in acute areas oUnderstanding of the health needs of people with learning disability and the health inequalities of people with a learning disability oFactual knowledge of the wider NHS and local agendas including the learning disability work plan oFactual knowledge of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues oWorking Knowledge of equality and diversity Skills and Abilities Essential oExcellent communication, verbal and written skills oAbility to work across traditional boundaries oProven change management and service development ability oAbility to negotiate and influence different disciplines and grades of staff Attributes and Qualities Essential oAble to work flexibly on own initiative and as part of a Team.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

BED Health Facilitation Service, Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

BED Health Facilitation Service, Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Operational Lead to join our ambitious 0-19 Service in Waltham Forest on a 12-month fixed-term basis.

This is a key senior leadership role supporting the operational delivery of Health Visiting and School Nursing services across the borough. The successful candidate will bring substantial experience of leading children's public health services, managing large teams, delivering service improvement and driving performance against national and local priorities.

Applicants must demonstrate a strong understanding of the Healthy Child Programme, safeguarding responsibilities, Health Visiting and School Nursing national agendas, workforce management, quality assurance and service transformation. This is a role for an established leader who can quickly build credibility, provide operational oversight and contribute to the strategic development of the service from day one.

Waltham Forest is an exciting place to work. We deliver Universal and Early Intervention services through Health Visiting, School Nursing and Family Nurse Partnership teams, working closely with Family Hubs, Early Help, Early Education and wider partner agencies to improve outcomes for children, young people and families.

The Care Group reserves the right to close this advert early where we have received a high number of applications, and we encourage candidates to submit their applications promptly.

Main duties of the job

• Provide operational leadership and management across the Waltham Forest 0-19 Service, including Health Visiting and School Nursing.
• Provide visible clinical and professional leadership, supporting staff to deliver safe, effective and high-quality services for children, young people and families.
• Lead the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme, ensuring services are responsive to local population needs and national priorities.
• Support the strategic development of the service in line with national policy, public health priorities, commissioning intentions and local health needs.
• Lead service transformation, redesign and mobilisation projects, ensuring delivery of commissioned outcomes and contractual requirements.
• Oversee service performance, quality assurance and governance arrangements, ensuring achievement of KPIs, quality standards and statutory requirements.
• Ensure robust safeguarding practices are embedded across the service and provide leadership in relation to safeguarding responsibilities.
• Lead and manage a large multidisciplinary workforce, including workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, attendance management and staff development.

• Develop a positive, accountable and high-performing culture, supporting continuous improvement and excellent staff engagement.

• Ensure effective allocation of resources and capacity management to meet service demand and contractual requirements.

About us

Tower Hamlets GP Care Group (The Care Group) was incorporated as a community interest company limited by shares in September 2014. Every general practice in Tower Hamlets owns one share of £1. The Care Group was formed to manage borough level contracts on behalf of the practices, deliver primary care led services and support general practices, and to be the provider voice of primary care in the wider health and social care system.

Read up more about Tower Hamlets here: http://www.towerhamlets.is/

The Care Group is also a member of Tower Hamlets Together, a place-based integrated partnership, which includes Bart's Health, East London NHS Foundation Trust, the London Borough of Tower Hamlets and the Council for Voluntary Services.

The key priorities for the Care Group are:

• Innovation and support for primary care
• Being a great place to work
• Integrating primary and community care
• Providing of high-quality cost-effective care to local people
• Influencing improvements in health outcomes

Job summary

The post holder will be part of the Mental Health Psychiatric Liaison Team which is a model of psychiatric liaison serving the Newham University Hospital including the Emergency Department and the Inpatient Wards. The service is commissioned to carry out the following:

Provide a single multidisciplinary mental health and drug assessment service

Provide expert advice on the management, treatment and diagnosis of patients to acute hospital clinicians

Provide support to acute hospital clinicians

Provide training to acute hospital clinicians

To improve health outcomes for patients

To reduce length of stay for patients

To reduce readmissions to the Emergency Department,

To reduce re-attendances to the Emergency Department

To improve the experience of patients who receive care in the acute hospital

To reduce direct admissions to care homes

To improve the Royal London Hospital staff awareness, skills and knowledge in mental health and drugs and alcohol.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work across Newham's Crisis pathway services where needed. The Service forms part of Newham's crisis pathway and operates a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week service for people aged 16 years and above who present with a suspected mental health, self-harm or drug and alcohol problem. The service will maintain focus on identifying, assessing and care planning for older people.

The post holder will be expected to be self-motivating and autonomous with the ability to demonstrate accurate formulations of mental state, risk and need for people over the age of 16 years taking into account medical and social factors and referring on to other disciplines in the team or other agencies as appropriate within the given timeframes for the service.

The post holder will provide advice on mental health issues and participate in carrying out training programmes for clinical teams on the management of a wide variety of mental health problems.

The post holder will be expected to maintain the highest degree of customer service at all times and will work in collaboration with the teams and organisations who come into contact with the service.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

363-NEW8263692

Job locations

Newham University Hospital

Glen Rd

London

E13 8SP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Have a wide base of clinical skills, knowledge and experience appropriate to the needs of individual patients over the age of 16 years and to the clinical settings in which they are required to be seen. Where clinical knowledge requires more specialist input e.g. 16 and 17 year old or drugs and alcohol the post holder will be expected to refer on to the relevant department.

• Carry out specialist assessments across the crisis pathway and develop, implement, evaluate and document specialist management plans and care plans as appropriate to the individual patients needs and behaviours.

• Provide a consultation-liaison service to clinicians and clinical teams within the acute hospital. This will include giving specialist advice on a range of care, treatment and patient management issues including psychiatric emergencies.

• Demonstrate a high standard of record keeping and documentation with adherence to trust policy and an understanding of professional guidelinesand application of confidentiality.

• Work with colleagues to develop and promote the philosophy of the psychiatric liaison service, framework of care delivery and strategic objectives, taking responsibility for specific areas of policy and strategy delivery.

• Work with colleagues to develop clinical expertise and high standards of nursing practice, as defined by the Nursing & Midwifery Council Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics for Nurses and Midwives (2009).

• Deliver care that is evidence based, reflecting current best practice and research.

• Actively participate in structured regular management supervision provided by your line manager in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. You may also be expected to take responsibility for the supervision of nurses and others in non-mental health settings working with patients with mental health problems.

• Demonstrate clinical excellence and high standards of nursing practice to other colleagues.

• Demonstrate a sound understanding of the legal and ethical issues in caring for the mentally ill. In particular, demonstrating sound understanding of the Mental Health Act (2007), Mental Capacity Act (2005), deprivation of liberty safeguards and their application in a non-mental health setting.

• Demonstrate the ability to receive and give complex clinical details clearly and appropriate to the situation, with patients, carers and colleagues.

Demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly, sensitively and with compassion in situations that are emotional, contentious and/or hostile.

Demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills, self-awareness and empathy in all communications

Demonstrate an ability to negotiate and problem solve in contentious and/or antagonistic situations where agreement cannot be reached e.g. in situations where the Mental Health Act may be needed to be used.

Demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues within the psychiatric liaison team, Barts Health staff and East London Foundation Trust staff.

Take responsibility for agreed clinical, managerial and strategic projects associated with the provision of the psychiatric service. This will include planning, implementing, reviewing and revising these projects as necessary.

In the absence of the Team Manager; take responsibility for the immediate management of the team and patient care provided, to agreed local and professional standards.

In the absence of the Team Manager, take responsibility for the co-ordination of all activities within the clinical area or equivalent sphere.

Ensure the promotion of health and safety regulations in relation to the well-being and interests of the patients, staff and all visitors who come into contact with the team environment.

At all times follow the Nursing & Midwifery Council Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics for Nurses and Midwives (2009) and ensure that all staff within their sphere of responsibility also follows the code as laid down.

Supervise monitor and appraise the performance of junior staff within the sphere of designated responsibility, and report to the team manager.

Assist the shift co-ordinator and senior management to exercise day to day control of the budget for the service.

Act as change agent to promote innovation and high standards of practice in line

Job description Job responsibilities Have a wide base of clinical skills, knowledge and experience appropriate to the needs of individual patients over the age of 16 years and to the clinical settings in which they are required to be seen. Where clinical knowledge requires more specialist input e.g. 16 and 17 year old or drugs and alcohol the post holder will be expected to refer on to the relevant department. Carry out specialist assessments across the crisis pathway and develop, implement, evaluate and document specialist management plans and care plans as appropriate to the individual patients needs and behaviours. Provide a consultation-liaison service to clinicians and clinical teams within the acute hospital. This will include giving specialist advice on a range of care, treatment and patient management issues including psychiatric emergencies. Demonstrate a high standard of record keeping and documentation with adherence to trust policy and an understanding of professional guidelinesand application of confidentiality. Work with colleagues to develop and promote the philosophy of the psychiatric liaison service, framework of care delivery and strategic objectives, taking responsibility for specific areas of policy and strategy delivery. Work with colleagues to develop clinical expertise and high standards of nursing practice, as defined by the Nursing & Midwifery Council Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics for Nurses and Midwives (2009). Deliver care that is evidence based, reflecting current best practice and research. Actively participate in structured regular management supervision provided by your line manager in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. You may also be expected to take responsibility for the supervision of nurses and others in non-mental health settings working with patients with mental health problems. Demonstrate clinical excellence and high standards of nursing practice to other colleagues. Demonstrate a sound understanding of the legal and ethical issues in caring for the mentally ill. In particular, demonstrating sound understanding of the Mental Health Act (2007), Mental Capacity Act (2005), deprivation of liberty safeguards and their application in a non-mental health setting. Demonstrate the ability to receive and give complex clinical details clearly and appropriate to the situation, with patients, carers and colleagues. Demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly, sensitively and with compassion in situations that are emotional, contentious and/or hostile. Demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills, self-awareness and empathy in all communications Demonstrate an ability to negotiate and problem solve in contentious and/or antagonistic situations where agreement cannot be reached e.g. in situations where the Mental Health Act may be needed to be used. Demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues within the psychiatric liaison team, Barts Health staff and East London Foundation Trust staff. Take responsibility for agreed clinical, managerial and strategic projects associated with the provision of the psychiatric service. This will include planning, implementing, reviewing and revising these projects as necessary. In the absence of the Team Manager; take responsibility for the immediate management of the team and patient care provided, to agreed local and professional standards. In the absence of the Team Manager, take responsibility for the co-ordination of all activities within the clinical area or equivalent sphere. Ensure the promotion of health and safety regulations in relation to the well-being and interests of the patients, staff and all visitors who come into contact with the team environment. At all times follow the Nursing & Midwifery Council Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics for Nurses and Midwives (2009) and ensure that all staff within their sphere of responsibility also follows the code as laid down. Supervise monitor and appraise the performance of junior staff within the sphere of designated responsibility, and report to the team manager. Assist the shift co-ordinator and senior management to exercise day to day control of the budget for the service. Act as change agent to promote innovation and high standards of practice in line

Person Specification

Education/ Qualification/ Training

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse/Occupational Therapsit/Social Worker
• Current Professional Registration
• ENB 998 or equivalent
• Evidence of continual professional development
• Recognised post graduate qualifications in a specialist area of adult or older adult mental health

Experience

Essential

• Substantial post qualification experience in the field of adult and/or older adult
• Previous experience at working at senior level
• Previous experience at working autonomously
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary mental health team
• Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment and of ensuring that nursing practice is culturally sensitive oExperience of supervising staff oExtensive and demonstrable experience of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care, particularly in an acute care or older adult community setting oEssential and demonstrable experience of writing concise and clear clinical reports oExperience of teaching and assessing in specialist mental health adult and/or older adult settings oExperience of developing or contributing to the development of new services preferably in mental health

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate an understanding of how to promote the rights, responsibilities and recovery of adults and/or older adults with mental health problems
• Demonstrate a full understanding of the key issues and priorities relating to the provision of liaison mental health services in an acute hospital for aged 16 years and over
• Demonstrate an understanding of the expectations, pressures and demands of an acute inner city hospital, wards and registered care homes
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of current legislation and policy pertaining to the provision of mental health services in all settings including the Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act 2005, NHS andCare Act, 2014 , Human Rights Act 1998
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge, expertise and practical experience of a full range of therapeutic nursing skills and approaches to people with mental health problems aged 16 years and above
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge, understanding and practical experience of risk assessment and risk management
• Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of child and adult protection issues
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of clinical governance and the provision of evidenced based care
• Demonstrate a clear understanding and commitment to implementing the Equal Opportunities policy
• Demonstrate an understanding of research and audit
• Demonstrate well developed and confident professional nursing skills
• Demonstrate skills in providing effective nursing leadership

Person Specification Education/ Qualification/ Training Essential Registered Mental Health Nurse/Occupational Therapsit/Social Worker Current Professional Registration ENB 998 or equivalent Evidence of continual professional development Recognised post graduate qualifications in a specialist area of adult or older adult mental health Experience Essential Substantial post qualification experience in the field of adult and/or older adult Previous experience at working at senior level Previous experience at working autonomously Experience of working in a multidisciplinary mental health team Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment and of ensuring that nursing practice is culturally sensitive oExperience of supervising staff oExtensive and demonstrable experience of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care, particularly in an acute care or older adult community setting oEssential and demonstrable experience of writing concise and clear clinical reports oExperience of teaching and assessing in specialist mental health adult and/or older adult settings oExperience of developing or contributing to the development of new services preferably in mental health Knowledge and Skills Essential Demonstrate an understanding of how to promote the rights, responsibilities and recovery of adults and/or older adults with mental health problems Demonstrate a full understanding of the key issues and priorities relating to the provision of liaison mental health services in an acute hospital for aged 16 years and over Demonstrate an understanding of the expectations, pressures and demands of an acute inner city hospital, wards and registered care homes Demonstrate a clear understanding of current legislation and policy pertaining to the provision of mental health services in all settings including the Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act 2005, NHS andCare Act, 2014 , Human Rights Act 1998 Demonstrate a thorough knowledge, expertise and practical experience of a full range of therapeutic nursing skills and approaches to people with mental health problems aged 16 years and above Demonstrate a thorough knowledge, understanding and practical experience of risk assessment and risk management Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of child and adult protection issues Demonstrate a clear understanding of clinical governance and the provision of evidenced based care Demonstrate a clear understanding and commitment to implementing the Equal Opportunities policy Demonstrate an understanding of research and audit Demonstrate well developed and confident professional nursing skills Demonstrate skills in providing effective nursing leadership

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

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Newham University Hospital

Glen Rd

London

E13 8SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Newham University Hospital

Glen Rd

London

E13 8SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Neurodevelopmental Specialist Nurse - Band 7

2 vacancies

Are you experienced in ASD assessment in children?

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, forward thinking practitioner with experience of Neurodevelopmental Conditions & a special interest in ASD to join our Specialist Children & Young People's Service (SCYPS) in Newham. The post holder will contribute to the development of a service for the assessment and review of children with neurodevelopmental conditions (primarily autistic spectrum disorder). They will work in partnership with Community Paediatricians, GP's and universal services to ensure delivery of an effective pathway, inclusive of wider community support. The post holder will contribute to the development & ongoing review of care pathways, policies, audits of service outcomes & develop waiting list initiatives to achieve agreed targets.

The post holder will contribute to or lead multi-professional assessments of neurodevelopmental conditions in children & young people referred to the Child Development Service. Providing specialist nursing practice across professional boundaries & develop streamlined patient care pathways between nursing, GP's & paediatricians, setting up shared care arrangements for each child as appropriate. Assessment outcomes will be discussed & agreed with patients, carers & other health care professionals, promoting health education & self-management whilst keeping the child, young person and family at the centre of care.

Main duties of the job

1. Contribute to multi-professional assessments of neurodevelopmental conditions, with a specific focus on ASD, in children and young people referred to the Child Development Service. Utilising up to date and evidence based assessment techniques and tools, assessing information from education providers and parents/carers alongside observation of the young person. This may include specialist assessments in clinic, and observations in educational settings.

2. Provide specialist nursing practice across professional boundaries and develop and streamline patient care pathways between nursing, AHP's, GP's and paediatricians. Liaising closely with other services in order to provide a co-ordinated and seamless service for patients.

3. Supporting the ongoing development of care pathways for ASD and other conditions by reviewing current caseload, referral, assessment and review criteria to assist in developing a service that provides efficient and effective pathways.

Discuss and agree assessment outcomes with patients, carers and other health care professionals, promoting health education and self-management.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£53,751 to £60,651 a year Per annum inc HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

363-SS7435416-A

Job locations

Lord Lister Health Centre

121 Woodgrange Rd, London E7 0EP

London

E7 0EP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Contribute to multi-professional assessments of neurodevelopmental conditions, with a specific focus on ASD, in children and young people referred to the Child Development Service. Utilising up to date and evidence based assessment techniques and tools, assessing information from education providers and parents/carers alongside observation of the young person. This may include specialist assessments in clinic, and observations in educational settings.

2. Provide specialist nursing practice across professional boundaries and develop and streamline patient care pathways between nursing, AHPs, GPs and paediatricians. Liaising closely with other services in order to provide a co-ordinated and seamless service for patients.

3. Supporting the ongoing development of care pathways for ASD and other conditions by reviewing current caseload, referral, assessment and review criteria to assist in developing a service that provides efficient and effective pathways.

Discuss and agree assessment outcomes with patients, carers and other health care professionals, promoting health education and self-management.

Job description Job responsibilities 1. Contribute to multi-professional assessments of neurodevelopmental conditions, with a specific focus on ASD, in children and young people referred to the Child Development Service. Utilising up to date and evidence based assessment techniques and tools, assessing information from education providers and parents/carers alongside observation of the young person. This may include specialist assessments in clinic, and observations in educational settings. 2. Provide specialist nursing practice across professional boundaries and develop and streamline patient care pathways between nursing, AHPs, GPs and paediatricians. Liaising closely with other services in order to provide a co-ordinated and seamless service for patients. 3. Supporting the ongoing development of care pathways for ASD and other conditions by reviewing current caseload, referral, assessment and review criteria to assist in developing a service that provides efficient and effective pathways. Discuss and agree assessment outcomes with patients, carers and other health care professionals, promoting health education and self-management.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• oRecognised health qualification relevant to specialty including professional registration e.g. Nursing & Midwifery Council
• oSufficient experience at a NHS Band 6 or equivalent.
• Experience in ASD assessment

Desirable

• oPost graduate/registration learning in neurodevelopment disorders
• oASD assessment tool training e.g. ADOS
• oTraining in evidence based psychological approaches e.g. CBT
• oBehaviour Management training
• oNon-Medical Prescriber Qualification or willingness and commitment to undertake training

Experience

Essential

• oLine management experience
• oAbly demonstrate autonomous working and caseload management
• oProficient in multi-agency partnership working
• oProfessional approach to supervision and mentorship of team
• oExperience of providing clinical supervision
• oEvidence of continuing professional development
• oDelivery of clinical training in relation to specialism
• oAbility to provide operational advice and guidance both within and across agencies
• oLiterate in IT/Computer Skills

Desirable

• oProject management experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• oKnowledge of neurodevelopmental disorders underpinned by theory and/or practice.
• oKnowledge of service development and implementation within timeframes

Desirable

• oExperience in maintaining systems to measure performance
• oParticipation in the development of policies and procedures

Other

Essential

• oDemonstrate comprehensive personal management skills
• oAble to meet all contractual terms
• Flexible in terms of working arrangements

Person Specification Education Essential oRecognised health qualification relevant to specialty including professional registration e.g. Nursing & Midwifery Council oSufficient experience at a NHS Band 6 or equivalent. Experience in ASD assessment Desirable oPost graduate/registration learning in neurodevelopment disorders oASD assessment tool training e.g. ADOS oTraining in evidence based psychological approaches e.g. CBT oBehaviour Management training oNon-Medical Prescriber Qualification or willingness and commitment to undertake training Experience Essential oLine management experience oAbly demonstrate autonomous working and caseload management oProficient in multi-agency partnership working oProfessional approach to supervision and mentorship of team oExperience of providing clinical supervision oEvidence of continuing professional development oDelivery of clinical training in relation to specialism oAbility to provide operational advice and guidance both within and across agencies oLiterate in IT/Computer Skills Desirable oProject management experience Knowledge and Skills Essential oKnowledge of neurodevelopmental disorders underpinned by theory and/or practice. oKnowledge of service development and implementation within timeframes Desirable oExperience in maintaining systems to measure performance oParticipation in the development of policies and procedures Other Essential oDemonstrate comprehensive personal management skills oAble to meet all contractual terms Flexible in terms of working arrangements

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

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lord Lister Health Centre

121 Woodgrange Rd, London E7 0EP

London

E7 0EP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lord Lister Health Centre

121 Woodgrange Rd, London E7 0EP

London

E7 0EP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Autism Specialist Practitioner, Band 6, Tower Hamlets Autism Service (THAS), 0.6 WTE (fixed-term post till August 2027)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced clinician (Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Nurse or Social Worker) with an interest in developing their skills and experience in diagnostically assessing and working with autistic adults. The successful candidate will work as part of a well-integrated, capable multidisciplinary team delivering high quality evidence-based diagnostic assessment and post diagnostic support services for this group.

The Tower Hamlets Autism Service (THAS) is a specialist diagnostic and brief intervention service. Designed in accordance with NICE guidelines, we operate an open referral system, accepting referrals from any source when it is thought that an adult living in Tower Hamlets may be autistic. We use screening tools and specialist assessments (ADOS-2) alongside clinical experience and expertise to diagnose autism spectrum conditions in adults (without a learning a disability).

Main duties of the job

The main purpose of the role is:

- As part of the multidisciplinary team, to screen and assess for autism in adults (without a learning disability).

- To plan, organise and facilitate post diagnostic support, individual and group interventions, including profession specific assessments and interventions to those diagnosed by the service.

- To provide specialist advice, training, consultation and liaison to support other ELFT staff, social care staff, Primary Care Colleagues and staff in third sector organisations working with autistic adults.

This is an exciting career opportunity for a dedicated applicant with existing direct experience assessing and working with autistic adults, or for those with relevant experience who may wish to specialise in this developing field.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a HCPC registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist or an Allied Health professional with experience in MBT to join the Newham Mentalisation Based Therapy Service. The post is a fixed term, 0.8 band 7 post covering maternity leave.

The service offers a full MBT program to individuals with Complex Emotional Needs. Candidates with past experience in working therapeutically with individuals with complex mental health needs are welcome to apply. Past experience in MBT treatment is preferable.

This post is an exciting opportunity for individuals look to develop their clinical experience in a small and supportive team environment. In addition to offering clinical interventions, you may be involved in other service development initiatives including consultation to other services, improving the offer to families and young people, and outreach work to community teams within the borough.

MBT in Newham is a team based approach. We would like to hear from candidates who value working as part of a reflective, in-person team. Service Users are discussed regularly and the team collaborates closely around care planning. We would welcome applications from people who are reflective and can consider the therapeutic relationship and the impact the work has on them.

Main duties of the job

To provide a clinical service to patients open to the Newham Mentalisation Based Therapy Service and to provide expert support and advice to other members of the team.

The role will require the post holder to:

Undertake psychological assessment of patients referred to the Mentalisation Based Therapy Service and provide specialist reports to referrers and patients

Formulate and implement appropriate treatment plans and provide specialist Mentalisation-Based therapy to patients under the care of the service

To offer individual and group interventions to individuals with Complex Emotional Needs.

To engage with both individual and group supervision, reflective practice further professional development in Mentalisation Based Therapy

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

Would you like an opportunity to join our exciting and innovative Child & Adolescent Mental Health (CAMH) service?

We are looking for an experienced team administrator who has worked in a similar admin role. They will provide effective and efficient administration support to the Mental Health Support team and contribute to the smooth functioning of the systems underpinning the service.

Based within a busy environment, the post holder will have responsibility for providing a confidential, professional, efficient and responsive administrative support service including supporting the lead, collating figures and producing reports.

The post holder will be need to be professional, well-organised, team orientated, experienced and highly motivated to join our multi-disciplinary team.

Applicants should have a sound working knowledge of Microsoft office applications and patient information systems.

If you would like the opportunity to be part of our professional and friendly team we would like to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To provide general administration and secretarial service to all CAMHS Clinicians and Managers within the specific teams.

The post holder will be required to work in a busy and demanding environment and should be able to work without direct supervision and to exercise initiative. The ability to multi-task is also essential.

The post requires the ability to work on own initiative and to liaise effectively with a broad range of professions and to maintain client confidentiality.

To work alongside and to cover, when appropriate, other administration staff across several locations in some instances.

The post-holder is accountable & responsible

For providing a comprehensive administrative service including processing all reports, correspondence & documentation, & related photocopying, scanning, etc.

For receiving & dealing with incoming calls to the service

For efficient collection, input & recording of case management data in line with service requirements

For identifying case management data entry issues & dealing with as appropriate

For assisting the Project Lead / Clinical Lead with preparation of statistical data & reports for analysis

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

363-SSLB8150650-A

Job locations

Bedford CAMHS

9 Rush Court

Bedford

MK40 3JT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist the Admin Lead, to ensure the required data and KPI submission are submitted with all required data & within the required time scale

To work with staff to ensure data is correct & complete in line with service requirements

To provide information reports as required by the Senior Management Team.

T To undertake audits of the administrative systems including data quality checks, office procedures, etc.

Electronic Case Management

To use the electronic case management system to input data accurately & in a timely manner

To train staff to use the electronic case management system effectively

To ensure efficient collection, input & recording of case management data

T To ensure that data & recording requirements are fulfilled information is shared & disseminated in a professional & timely manner

To maintain systems for data & information collection

To undertake the in-putting of activity data on to the appropriate database, & to assist in the collation of statistical information for the purpose of contract & quality monitoring

To troubleshoot problems reported by ELFT users & escalate issues/refer on as appropriate, e.g. to system provider/IT

Communication

To communicate effectively with a wide range of people from different backgrounds. Dealing sensitively and tactfully with clients and their parents/carers in person, or on the telephone.

To take and relay clear messages. This includes handling queries from other professionals and obtaining information to enable these to be dealt with as effectively and speedily as possible.

To deal sensitively with children, young people and their parents/carers who may be distressed. To exercise judgment when dealing with inquiries and resolve patient problems by providing information and advice regarding appointments or the service as appropriate, or by passing on to the appropriate team member.

General

In carrying out the above duties the post holder will:

Work in accordance with the appropriate ELFT policy and procedure at all times.

Work flexibly across operational sites as required

Work flexibly within an agreed number of hours of work to maintain the most appropriate level of service provision

Seek to improve personal performance, contribution, knowledge & skill

Participate in appraisal, training & supervision processes

Keep up-to-date with developments in services, legislation & practice relevant to the relevant client group

Contribute to maintaining safe systems of work & a safe environment

To participate in activity monitoring & basic audit as required

To liaise with Estates & Facilities regarding facilities used by the service

To report to line manager any issues that are of concern relating to health & safety of the building

To arrange appointments & bookings for the service

To communicate effectively with a wide range of people from different backgrounds, dealing sensitively & tactfully with clients & their parents/carers in person, or on the telephone

To deal sensitively with service users or their carers/relatives who may be distressed. To

exercise judgment when dealing with inquiries & resolve patient problems by providing information & advice regarding appointments or the service as appropriate, or by passing

on to the appropriate team member

To use information technology for a range of purposes

To have excellent verbal, written & communication skills

To induct new staff to appropriate administration systems

To have the ability to remain calm & sensitive in difficult & stressful situations

Undertake other duties appropriate to the level of the post

Job description Job responsibilities To assist the Admin Lead, to ensure the required data and KPI submission are submitted with all required data & within the required time scale To work with staff to ensure data is correct & complete in line with service requirements To provide information reports as required by the Senior Management Team. T To undertake audits of the administrative systems including data quality checks, office procedures, etc. Electronic Case Management To use the electronic case management system to input data accurately & in a timely manner To train staff to use the electronic case management system effectively To ensure efficient collection, input & recording of case management data T To ensure that data & recording requirements are fulfilled information is shared & disseminated in a professional & timely manner To maintain systems for data & information collection To undertake the in-putting of activity data on to the appropriate database, & to assist in the collation of statistical information for the purpose of contract & quality monitoring To troubleshoot problems reported by ELFT users & escalate issues/refer on as appropriate, e.g. to system provider/IT Communication To communicate effectively with a wide range of people from different backgrounds. Dealing sensitively and tactfully with clients and their parents/carers in person, or on the telephone. To take and relay clear messages. This includes handling queries from other professionals and obtaining information to enable these to be dealt with as effectively and speedily as possible. To deal sensitively with children, young people and their parents/carers who may be distressed. To exercise judgment when dealing with inquiries and resolve patient problems by providing information and advice regarding appointments or the service as appropriate, or by passing on to the appropriate team member. General In carrying out the above duties the post holder will: Work in accordance with the appropriate ELFT policy and procedure at all times. Work flexibly across operational sites as required Work flexibly within an agreed number of hours of work to maintain the most appropriate level of service provision Seek to improve personal performance, contribution, knowledge & skill Participate in appraisal, training & supervision processes Keep up-to-date with developments in services, legislation & practice relevant to the relevant client group Contribute to maintaining safe systems of work & a safe environment To participate in activity monitoring & basic audit as required To liaise with Estates & Facilities regarding facilities used by the service To report to line manager any issues that are of concern relating to health & safety of the building To arrange appointments & bookings for the service To communicate effectively with a wide range of people from different backgrounds, dealing sensitively & tactfully with clients & their parents/carers in person, or on the telephone To deal sensitively with service users or their carers/relatives who may be distressed. To exercise judgment when dealing with inquiries & resolve patient problems by providing information & advice regarding appointments or the service as appropriate, or by passing on to the appropriate team member To use information technology for a range of purposes To have excellent verbal, written & communication skills To induct new staff to appropriate administration systems To have the ability to remain calm & sensitive in difficult & stressful situations Undertake other duties appropriate to the level of the post

Person Specification

Education/ Qualification/ Training

Essential

• oEnglish & Math's GCSE or equivalent
• oCertificates in using Microsoft applications
• oECDL or equivalent
• oNVQ Admin

Desirable

• oAdvanced level MS Office applications

Experience

Essential

• oAdvanced Administration Skills at a senior level
• oAdministration System management. Compiling reports through data analysis
• oHealth/Social Care patient information systems
• oPractical applications of all MS Office products
• oReception duties in a Health or Social Care setting
• oExcellent verbal & written communication skills

Desirable

• oExperience in a mental health setting

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• oSystem administration of Health or Social care - Electronic Case Management / Database systems
• oExcellent knowledge of Microsoft applications
• oProven ability to manage programs of work & meet deadlines
• oEffective communication skills across a range of staff
• oAbility to recognize problems & problem solving skills
• oAbility to use own initiative
• oAbility to work as part of a team
• oIT/Administration
• oUnderstanding of office procedures
• oConfidentiality & data Protection
• oUnderstanding of health and/or Social services environments

Other

Essential

• oSelf motivated & able to work autonomously within time constraints
• oAbility to work across organisational boundaries

Person Specification Education/ Qualification/ Training Essential oEnglish & Math's GCSE or equivalent oCertificates in using Microsoft applications oECDL or equivalent oNVQ Admin Desirable oAdvanced level MS Office applications Experience Essential oAdvanced Administration Skills at a senior level oAdministration System management. Compiling reports through data analysis oHealth/Social Care patient information systems oPractical applications of all MS Office products oReception duties in a Health or Social Care setting oExcellent verbal & written communication skills Desirable oExperience in a mental health setting Knowledge and Skills Essential oSystem administration of Health or Social care - Electronic Case Management / Database systems oExcellent knowledge of Microsoft applications oProven ability to manage programs of work & meet deadlines oEffective communication skills across a range of staff oAbility to recognize problems & problem solving skills oAbility to use own initiative oAbility to work as part of a team oIT/Administration oUnderstanding of office procedures oConfidentiality & data Protection oUnderstanding of health and/or Social services environments Other Essential oSelf motivated & able to work autonomously within time constraints oAbility to work across organisational boundaries

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford CAMHS

9 Rush Court

Bedford

MK40 3JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford CAMHS

9 Rush Court

Bedford

MK40 3JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified, competent, confident, and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join the Wellbeing in Newham Schools Team. You will be responsible for supporting with the delivery of the Mental Health Occupational Therapy provision within schools alongside the Band 7 OT within the team. As a specialist Occupational Therapist, this role will entail assessing and delivering interventions for young people that present with mental health needs from an OT lens. Expertise on supporting the wellbeing of those with additional needs is paramount for this role.

In line with the government's priority to increase access and availability of mental health and wellbeing support for children and young people, the Wellbeing in Newham Schools Team is an exciting opportunity to deliver evidence-based early interventions for children and young people, working across both educational settings and healthcare sectors in England.

The successful candidate will work across a range of primary and secondary education systems, collaborating with school staff, young people, and parents in supporting mental health and well-being needs. The postholder will be able to confidently utilise specialist OT skills to ensure that young people referred to the service receive robust holistic assessments and interventions, and can support in identification of additional needs that may need investigation with other agencies.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will work collaboratively with a wide number of agencies, voluntary services and community interest groups to develop the ability of young people to be able to engage in occupations that are both necessary and meaningful for their mental-wellbeing. The ability to utilise creative and innovate approaches to care is paramount for this role. As part of a team with a novel OT provision, the post-holder will confidently support the lead occupational therapist in deliverance of whole school approaches such as school wide trainings, group interventions, and provide bespoke OT consultation sessions with school staff.

You will have a demonstrable track record of supporting mental health and well-being needs of young people and families. Specialist knowledge on how sensory, cognitive, and physical needs impact on mental well-being is necessary for this role. The successful candidate will be able to adapt their communication, so to engage children and young people across the developmental spectrum. You will exemplify strong risk management skill-sets.

As a band 6 OT within the team, supervision from the senior OT, and support from the clinical leads/ wider team will be provided to ensure continuous growth of your specialist skill-sets. We offer an exciting and dynamic environment where your ideas and career development will be valued. Innovative ideas that you may have for the OT provision within the team will be accepted.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Overall, we welcome a candidate that is enthusiastic and dedicated to improving service initiatives for improving mental health and well-being of young people from an OT lens.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£45,953 to £54,254 a year Per annum inc HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

363-SS8079550-A

Job locations

Newham CAMHS

York House, 411 Barking Road

London

E13 8AL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will have

• Prior experience of working within pediatric OT services supporting children with well-being and mental health needs.
• Extensive knowledge of various paediatric conditions.
• Concrete understanding of MOHO and CanMOP models of practice and how to utilise these models to support development of interventions.
• Sound knowledge of OT interventions across the spectrum of mental illness and knowledge of which interventions are appropriate and how to apply these in a low intensity / early intervention space
• Ability to support Band 7 OT with triaging occupational therapy referrals, prioritising these, completing evidence-based assessments and interventions to address key occupational areas of self-care, productivity and leisure
• Ability to confidently deliver whole school trainings, group interventions, and consultation spaces within educational settings.
• Ability to use client-centred approaches to co-producing negotiated occupational goals and evaluate these with service users collaboratively.
• Enthusiasm for and experience of extending brief low intensity forms of help offered to children and parents around mental health needs in education settings
• A high degree of professional autonomy and self-management and will be required to account for their professional practice through appraisal and audit
• Motivation to implement initiatives to benefit pupils their families and education staff
• Understanding of educational environments
• Understanding of CBT concepts