Job summary

The North Stoke CAMHS Team are looking to recruit to a full-time Band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse, fixed term for 12 months.

NOTE: We are unable to accept applications from newly qualified nurses who have not completed a 12 months preceptorship since qualifying.

It is an exciting time at Stoke CAMHS, we continue to strive to be more accessible to children and families and we are looking at reflecting this in the opening hours of the service, the service is moving towards an 8am to 8pm service, Monday to Friday. Therefore, the working hours will be rota based and may include 12-hour shifts. This working pattern not only provides better opportunities for children and their families but also enables practitioners to have a better work-life balance.

The successful candidate will:

• Act as named nurse for a specific group of clients and provide care under the supervision of the caseload manager. To conduct assessments and to deliver specific therapeutic interventions to this group of clients and to liaise with other professionals regarding progress and outcomes.
• Ensure that practice remains abreast of new developments and to develop and maintain standards and implement change in respect of this.
• Operate a duty role in the screening of referrals and allocation for assessment. To provide support and guidance to colleagues over issues of risks and/ or complex clinical presentation.

Main duties of the job

To act as named nurse for an identified group of patients within the well-being service. To ensure that appropriate interventions are planned and delivered according to assessed need. To promote a positive nurse patient relationship and to engage with carers/relatives as appropriate. To have responsibility for documenting the plans of care and ensuring that plans remain current and that standards for record-keeping are adhered to. To take an active role in auditing and maintaining standards of record-keeping for this group of patients.

To have responsibility for seeking support and advice from the CPN caseload Manager in respect of issues and difficulties with individual patient care. To attend regular decision-making meetings with the CPN caseload Manager in order to address caseload management issues such as acceptance of assessments, the provision of ongoing care, discharge planning, face-to-face contacts and patient mix.

To assess patient response and provide advice and education to both patient and carers in respect of prescribed medicines.

To provide support to other patients within the Well-being service at times when the names nurse/worker is unavailable e.g. periods of annual leave, sickness, etc.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

The North Stoke CAMHS Team are looking to recruit to a full-time Band 6 Occupational Therapist, fixed term for 12 months.

It is an exciting time at Stoke CAMHS, we continue to strive to be more accessible to children and families and we are looking at reflecting this in the opening hours of the service, the service is moving towards an 8am to 8pm service, Monday to Friday. Therefore, the working hours will be rota based and may include 12-hour shifts. This working pattern not only provides better opportunities for children and their families but also enables practitioners to have a better work-life balance.

The successful candidate will:

• Be responsible for the assessment and provision of Occupational Therapy interventions to young people with mental health needs and/or neurodevelopmental difficulties.
• Develop positive liaison and information links with all professionals working within the specialist area of child and adolescent mental health.
• Participate in the planning, development and evaluation of occupational therapy services within a designated area / team holding responsibility for a defined caseload and projects.

Main duties of the job

To undertake assessment and therapeutic interventions applying specialist knowledge and skills relevant to young persons and parent/carer's individual needs, utilising MOHO model of practice as evidence-based framework for OT assessment and intervention.

To liaise with schools and contribute to EHCP in relation to identifying and meeting a young person's needs so that they are able to engage and achieve in an educational setting.

To lead and plan management of treatment of young people in your clinical area taking into account their emotional, cognitive, physical, psychological, sensory and social needs. Using a person centred and collaborative approach with the young person and their parents/carers. Evaluate treatment and modify as appropriate.

To apply a high level of understanding of the effects of mental health illness has on a young person's functioning, and provide appropriate intervention, training and advice on lifestyle changes and adaptations to the young person's physical and social environment, working with the young person, schools and parents/carers.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

Our Trust is on an incredible journey of innovation and we'd like you to be part of it. To excel you will be an enthusiastic, caring and compassionate individual who is looking to work within a Trust that is ambitious to perform well and has been told by the Care Quality Commission that it is the fastest improving mental health Trust in the country. We are looking to recruit Trainee Education mental health practitioners. This is a training position and the post holder will be undertaking the training at the University of Derby alongside working in the Mental Health Support Team.

The role is specific and involves offering Low Intensity interventions based on Cognitive Behavioural Techniques for Children and Young People. All applicants will need to meet the criteria laid out by the University of Derby to access the training course - either post graduate or graduate, these details are on the job description and person specification.

The training year will be worked across the full year, on completion of the course contracts move to a B5 permanent term time only contract.

Main duties of the job

Our vision is 'To be Outstanding in all we do and how we do it.' Our teams pride themselves on compassion, team work and resilience. The Trust supports you by offering a flexible shift system and compressed hours to support working families and our staff parking is free on all our main sites.

You can expect Continuing Professional Development (CPD) which is tailored to meet your professional development; individual CPD advice is available from our Practice Education Team.

You will receive supervision in line with the Trust values and the training course.

The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering, under supervision, high-quality; outcome-informed, focused, evidence-based interventions for children and young people experiencing, mild to moderate anxiety, low mood and behavioural difficulties.

The Mental Health Support Teams are currently based in two sites across the locality. These are Stoke, the Staffordshire Moorlands and North Staffordshire.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a developing service with high expectations for improving the outcomes for children and families in Stoke on Trent and Staffordshire.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

Working in an Integrated Offender Health (IOH) service in Staffordshire. Flexibility of working across Staffordshire IOH Services, dependent on skill and service need.

There will be IOH Specialist Practitioners and Navigators within Custody Suites, Court settings, Prisons and Community HUB to identify and assess vulnerable individuals. IOH Service uses assessments to make appropriate referrals for treatment and support, and ensures criminal justice partners are notified of specific health / social care requirements and vulnerabilities of an individual which can be taken into account when decisions about charging and sentencing are made.

Main duties of the job

Delivering a high quality short term intensive support service to patients and their families.

Working towards developing a short term plan at the point of referral. The plan will be based on needs identified during assessment by IOH Specialist Practitioner or IOH Navigator.

Being proactive in identifying any additional needs or changing needs. The aim of the intervention is to support and empower the individuals to reach identified goals and attend initial appointments with identified service. This will involve the individual in planning and prioritising their needs.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

**Please note - This role is not eligible for sponsorship**

Band 3 Team Administrator - Bridge and Beyond Team - Fixed Term ending 30-Nov-2027:

We have an exciting position available to join our new Service. We are looking for someone who is flexible and conscientious and have the ability to work on your own initiative, prioritising your work and meeting deadlines whilst maintaining high standards.

Together, we can change lives. Our new service is built on partnership, working hand in hand with children, young people, families, and professionals to provide tailored support for those in the most complex situations. This is your opportunity to join a team that values collaboration, compassion, and creativity, ensuring every young person has the chance to thrive.

What makes this service unique? It brings together a multidisciplinary team, with representation from Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent local authorities working alongside health professionals to deliver an enhanced support package for those who need it most. As the first service of its kind locally, and a regionally funded innovation, it represents a bold step forward in integrated care.

Main duties of the job

This role is to provide a comprehensive administrative support service to the Bridge and Beyond Team, cross-covering for peers in other Teams as required.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

**SUBJECT TO AFC BANDING APPROVAL**

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Duty Mental Health Practitioner to join us in a new role in an established Talking Therapies service.

You will work as part of our Talking Therapies services dealing closely with a wide range of stakeholders providing first-class clinical care.

You should hold a current registration to a professional health registered body, maintain ongoing professional development and training to the equivalent of safeguarding Level 3.

Experience should include:

• working within NHS mental health services with a range of mental health issues.
• assessing & managing multiple presentations of risk. multidisciplinary working.
• assessment & managing wide range of safeguarding issues. working with people with depression and anxietywho may present in acute mental distress
• providing risk & safeguarding advice, consultation and/or supervision to other practitioners.

If you are a highly organised and motivated individual with a commitment to the NHS and patient care then we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will support the day-to-day management of the duty team. This will include triaging complex referrals that come into the service that may come from professionals or clients self-referring. The post holder will manage, process, hear and deliver sensitive information which may be distressing in nature, and will manage risk within the triage process.

The post holder will also be required to caseload manage members of the therapy team both routinely and on demand, specifically where a team member needs immediate supervision relating to risk management of a client presenting in crisis.

The development of positive working relationships and the ability to work autonomously with partners, agencies and bodies both internal and external to the trust is key to the successful application of this role.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

Safeguarding Practitioner

Band 6. £39,959 - £48,117 per annum.

Fixed term until end November 2026.

The Safeguarding Practitioner will have a key role in promoting good professional practice across all elements of the safeguarding agenda under the guidance of the Head of Safeguarding. You will take the lead in providing supervision, training, specialist advice and support related to safeguarding adults, safeguarding children, Prevent and domestic abuse.

You will contribute to developing the skills of the frontline practitioners, particularly in relation to assessment of safeguarding risk, immediate interventions, partnership working and report writing.

Main duties of the job

Key Duties/Responsibilities

The post holder acts as an advocate for adults and children at risk of harm or neglect, raising awareness of their needs and actively promoting the philosophy that their interests are paramount.

Help to inspire the development of a culture of safeguarding within North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust. This will include but is not limited to robust systems, policies, partnership working and training relating to the safeguarding portfolio.- Work autonomously, organising and planning own work to meet the needs of the service.- Under the direction of the Head of Safeguarding the post holder will be responsible for managing the sharing of confidential, sensitive information with partner agencies in relation to safeguarding.- Work collaboratively with other members of the Safeguarding Team and provide cover where appropriate.- Provide supervision, specialist advice and support related to safeguarding children and adults across the Trust.- Attend multi-agency case conferences, strategy discussions and other safeguarding meetings.- Support the delivery of safeguarding training.- Assist in the monitoring of quality developments/audits.

- Experience in managing challenging situations and conversations.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

The North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust are looking to recruit to 2 Band 6 Deputy Team Leader vacancies. The posts are full time and permanent.

The posts will be based at North Stoke CAMHS, Roundwell Street, Tunstall and South Stoke CAMHS in Blurton.

The successful postholder will:

• Support the Team Leader in the day to day running of the community mental health team, offering support and advice to the wider team.
• Work as part of the leadership team within the CAMHS community mental health team under direct/indirect supervision of the Team Leader.
• Take part in multi-disciplinary triage meetings reviewing referrals received to the team.
• Complete initial needs assessments as needed with newly referred patients and offer oversight and guidance to core team members.

Main duties of the job

• To deliver specific therapeutic interventions to this group of patients and liaise with other professionals regarding progress and outcomes.
• To ensure that practice remains abreast of new developments and to develop and maintain standards and implement change in respect of this.
• To liaise with other professionals and agencies both statutory and non-statutory and to provide a link between hospital and community and/or primary and secondary services.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

Senior Clinical Psychologist B8a/B7 Preceptorship to 8A - Paediatric Epilepsy

Due to an exciting service development, we are seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist to join a newly established Paediatric Epilepsy Psychology Service.

This is an opportunity to help develop a specialist psychology service embedded within the UHNM. The service supports children, young people and families experiencing psychological difficulties associated with epilepsy.

You will provide specialist psychological assessment and intervention, alongside consultation to multidisciplinary colleagues. There will be opportunities to contribute to service development, quality improvement and pathway development.

You will join a small, supportive Paediatric Psychology Team with strong links across UHNM, Physical Health Psychology and CAMHS. Excellent care, collaborative working, clinical supervision and CPD are priorities. There will be a high level of ongoing support from the lead psychologist (and team) within this role.

We welcome applications from psychologists with experience primarily in mental health services, provided they demonstrate a strong interest in working with young people with physical health diagnoses, and an understanding of the impact these can have on mental health.

For newly qualified psychologists, a preceptorship pathway to Band 8a will be considered, with appropriate support, supervision and development opportunities.

Main duties of the job

Provides highly specialist psychological assessment of clients with Epilepsy based on the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of data from a variety of sources.

Responsible for recognising the potential for or signs of client harm, abuse or neglect, including poor clinical practice, reporting all such concerns and taking all reasonable steps to protect the client. Responsible for identifying and reporting concerns regarding the safeguarding of children who may be at risk.

Undertakes risk assessment and risk management for individual clients and provides specialist advice to other professionals on psychological aspects of risk assessment and risk management.

Formulates plans for highly specialist psychological work and/or management of clients' psychological distress, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework and evidence-based practice. Negotiates the implementation of such plans with clients and/or their carers.

Implements the use of highly skilled psychological formulations for individual clients, carers, staff, families and groups, adjusting and refining psychological formulations as required.

Undertakes highly skilled evaluations and makes decisions about treatment options.

Provides highly specialist psychological advice, guidance and consultation to other staff contributing directly to client's diagnosis, formulation and intervention plan.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust aims to provide accessible, non-stigmatising local services that contribute to the assessment, intervention, treatment, rehabilitation and enablement of Older Persons within the Acute and Urgent Care Directorate. To provide specialist assessment and interventions to identify and address occupational performance needs in self-care, productivity and leisure to support the safe and effective assessment and discharge of patients. The service is wholly committed to working with older people and their families and carers using Person Centred Planning approaches and affording older person's with mental health or cognitive decline the opportunities to maximize independence, choice and control. The Occupational Therapist has a lead role in promoting, enhancing and maintaining the health and wellbeing of older people with a mix of complex health needs.

Main duties of the job

To provide high-quality occupational therapy assessment and intervention for adults aged 65 years and over with cognitive impairment admitted to Ward 4, a 15-bedded Discharge to Assess (D2A) ward. The post holder will play a key role in supporting safe, timely, and person-centred discharge planning, ensuring patients are discharged to the least restrictive environment with appropriate support in place.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves on ensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

The Autism Assessment Service are looking to recruit to a full time, Band 6 ASD Practitioner.

The successful candidate will:

Hold a caseload providing specialist assessment, formulation and therapeutic intervention to children and young people with a suspected Autistic Spectrum Disorder and/or with other neurodevelopmental/learning disabilities, complex emotional, psychological and behavioural difficulties, and their families.

Provide advice and offering support, consultation and training to staff within the service and other agencies where appropriate. Effectively liaising with all agencies involved with the service user.

Plan, prioritise and manage own clinical caseload and personal programme of continuing professional development. Working autonomously in accordance with professional codes of practice and Trust policies and procedures.

In consultation and collaboration with the Principal Clinical Psychologist, other team members and service users contribute to the ongoing development and provision of services to children and young people with an ASD or suspected to have an ASD.

Main duties of the job

• To act at all times in accordance with their respective professional bodies Code of Professional Conduct, Trust Policies and occupational protocols.
• To perform all aspects of the role in accordance with Trust policies and other national bodies.
• To establish and maintain productive working relationships with service users, family members (who frequently present with highly distressing and emotional issues), and others involved in the child/young person's care including professionals from health, education and social care and other members of non-statutory organisations.
• To provide specialist clinical assessments of children/young people referred to the team based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the client's care.
• To be responsible for implementing a range of specialised therapeutic interventions for individuals, carers, families and groups, adjusting and refining formulations as appropriate.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

**PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accept applications from candidates who do not currently hold NMC registration or are due to qualify later this year**

The Enhanced Outreach Team are looking to recruit to 2 full-time band 5 Community Mental Health Practitioners.

The successful candidates will:

Act as a named nurse / care co-ordinator, to be responsible for the assessment of needs and the planning, delivery and evaluation of care for these patients and to deliver specific interventions according to assessed need.

Oversee the nursing care process and to provide direction and supervision to junior staff in meeting patient needs.

Provide supervision and leadership in respect of maintaining and developing standards of practice and implementing change.

Main duties of the job

To act as named nurse / care coordinator for a group of patients ensuring that appropriate interventions are planned and delivered according to assessed need. To promote a positive nurse patient relationship and to engage with carers / relatives as appropriate. To have responsibility for documenting the plans of care and ensuring that plans remain current and that standards of record keeping are adhered to.

To administer and manage medicines according to policy and local protocol. To assess patient response and provide advice and education to junior staff and both patient and carers in respect of prescribed medicines.

Provide support and guidance to junior or less experienced staff in the planning and delivery of nursing care for individuals for whom they are named nurse / worker. To provide support to patients within this group at times when the named nurse / worker is unavailable. E.g. periods of annual leave sickness etc. To take an active role in auditing and maintaining standards of record keeping for this group of patients.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

An exciting, temp opportunity has arisen for a part time Band 4 Support Time and Recovery Worker to work in partnership in Primary Care as part of the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS). The post sits within the Meir Primary Care Network MDT working alongside the Senior Mental Health Practitioner and GP surgery teams.

You will be responsible for providing mental health specialist care to patients within the PCN, whilst working as part of the network's multidisciplinary team.

Meir Primary Care Network brings together six GP practices that work closely to support people across our community. We focus on practical, joined-up care and good access to the right help at the right time. Our teams include clinicians and a wide range of additional roles who work across practices every day. People know each other, support each other, and share a commitment to making care easier for patients.

As a Support Time Recovery Worker within Meir PCN, you will be part of a small, approachable team that values steady, patient-focused work. You will help people build confidence, stay connected with local services, and make progress with their personal goals. You will have regular contact with GPs, care co-ordinators, social prescribers and your ARRS mental health colleagues who are ready to guide and support you.

If you want a role where you can make a clear difference to someone's daily life and be part of a team that works collaboratively, Meir PCN is a place where you can do that.

Main duties of the job

You will engage with patients to provide support and time limited interventions to meet their health and social needs either through individual or group work with an emphasis on empowerment and recovery. Working closely with the Mental Health Practitioners to devise plans of care to support recovery and advocate improved choice and access to evidence based mental health and social care support - using a strengths and asset approach focusing on harnessing and improving patients own network to improve resilience.

Experience of working in the community in a mental health setting (either in CYP, Adults, and Older persons) would be beneficial. Primary care experience is not essential; however, a good understanding of how Primary Care works would be beneficial.

Most importantly, the right candidate will have a strong desire to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients and have the motivation and flexibility to help develop the services as the role evolves to meet the needs of the population.

The role will be embedded within the PCN however it will be outward facing and will link seamlessly with North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust where you will be supported with supervision, training opportunities etc.

About us

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust is a leading provider of mental health, social care, learning disability and substance misuse services in the West Midlands.

We are a forward-thinking Trust and are extremely proud to have attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

We're also delighted to have won the prestigious award of 'Trust of the Year' at the national Health Service Journal Awards 2022.

Our vision is 'To be Outstanding in all we do and how we do it' and the way we do inclusion is no exception. As a 'Disability Confident Employer', we very much believe that inclusion is something that you feel when you work at the Trust and we are continuously developing our culture of inclusion. Our teams pride themselves on compassion, team work and resilience.

Job summary

Would you like to become a member of ourPrimary Care Services administration team providing innovative care to our patient population as part of an outstanding CQC organisation?

Do you have a background in Primary Health Care or Pharmacy environment OR experience working in centralised administration and are wanting to further develop your skills?

Do you have good attention to detail and enjoy following administrative protocol to resolve patient queries?

We are looking to appoint two highly motivated and experienced administrators to work within a centralised team across our three integrated practices Moorcroft Medical Centre, Holmcroft Surgery and Keele Health Centre. These posts support the admin function with particular focus on processing prescriptions. Each post is part time at 28hrs per week - worked across five days.

The purpose of the role is to provide an effective, accurate, timely and qualitative service for processing prescription requests for registered patients.

Support prescribing clinicians within the practice with regards to the issuing, reauthorising and managing of prescription administration. Assist and direct patients in effectively managing and ordering medications and resolving queries and issues as required.

The ability to drive and be adaptable to the demands of the service is a must.

We are a friendly and well organised team with a forward-thinking approach. Full training will be provided to support induction into the role.

Main duties of the job

To undertake a variety of administrative duties to assist in the smooth running of the prescribing and long-term condition management processes within the Practice,

In this vital role, you will ensure the safe, accurate, and timely processing of prescription requests while serving as a key liaison between patients, clinicians, pharmacies, and external healthcare providers. You will be responsible for managing medication queries and supporting medicines optimisation initiatives.

Your work will directly contribute to improving patient care by ensuring seamless prescription workflows, resolving supply issues, and synchronising repeat medications. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values precision, and enjoys making a real difference in patient health and safety.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

Please note: This post could be a Secondment Opportunity.

The Ascend Service is a partnership between North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust and Midlands Partnership Foundation Trust (MPFT), offering specialist, trauma-informed support to people across Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire affected by sexual assault and abuse.

We are seeking an experienced CBT Practitioner to provide both advanced clinical practice and strong operational leadership within our multi-agency team. Working closely with the MPFT you will help coordinate service delivery, support performance and pathway oversight, and contribute to ongoing service development across both Trusts and partner agencies.

Main duties of the job

As an autonomous clinician working to BABCP standards, you will deliver high-quality CBT interventions while offering credible leadership to therapists and colleagues. You will play a key role in ensuring services remain accessible, compassionate, and aligned with the strategic priorities and governance frameworks of the partnership.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike. For 2024/2025, we have launched our "Proud to be Green" engagement campaign which is aligned to the targets set out in our Green Plan. As a Trust, you can be assured that we will commit to supporting you in working towards our net zero ambitions, set out in our Green Plan, through our sustainability programme".

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to join our front of house Reception Team at Harplands Hospital where we provide a 24-hour 7-day service. The post is part time, 24 hours per week.

In return we offer:

A competitive progressive salary, competitive staff benefits

Individual Personal Development Plan, excellent pension scheme available

Main duties of the job

To provide a comprehensive Receptionist/Telephonist service at Harplands Hospital, ensuring that all duties are carried out accurately and efficiently and that confidentiality is maintained.

To excel you will be an enthusiastic, caring and compassionate person who is looking to work within a Trust that is ambitious to perform well and has been told by the Care Quality Commission that it is the fastest improving Mental Health Trust in the Country.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves on ensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

The Physiotherapy assistants will work alongside and support the qualified physiotherapists; The post holder will assist in the rehabilitation of Service users within the Harplands Hospital who are experiencing reduced mobility or musculoskeletal problems. The Post holder will support service users who are experiencing mental health and Physical health issues.

The post holder will work under the guidance of Physiotherapists and ward manager.

The post holder will predominantly work between 8-4 with some flexibility required around service user need.

Main duties of the job

Key Duties/Responsibilities

Taking patients to therapy or treatments

Assist in the delivery of care plans Recording Treatment activity in electronic patient records

Consulting with nursing staff and Physiotherapists

Prioritising patients in caseload Preparing equipment and reporting any defects Assisting service users during sessions with Physiotherapists

Supporting service users in the use of aids and appliances. This will include demonstrating how the support aids work

To support group activities within all wards.

Liaise and communicate with other agencies and community teams where necessary on behalf of the service user, under the supervision of the Physiotherapist . Must be able to adapt communication style to service users where there are barriers to understanding.

To be able to assess service user in the use of walking aids, including risk assessment.

To identify and solve wheelchair, orthotics or mobility aids problems and to contact necessary services.

Follow departmental policies, procedures and SOPs and participate in their amendment

To monitor and order stock for Physiotherapists.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

Ward 5 Deputy Ward Manager job advert

Due to maternity leave we have an exciting opportunity for a fixed term band 6 Deputy Ward Manager on Ward 5 Neuropsychiatry inpatient service, Harplands Hospital. This fixed term post is for 10 months starting from February 2027.

This post is an integral senior role within the ward supporting with the clinical leadership and management support to our team alongside the Ward Manager. On Ward 5 we provide evidence based, research led, person centred assessment, creating an innovative service. Working in partnership with patients and carers to maximise choice, independence and rehabilitation opportunities for adults with mental health needs as a result of a neurological disorder or brain injury.

You will need to be flexible and willing to work in an acute environment, where prompt assessment and decision making are necessary to facilitate safe and timely discharges from hospital. You will also need the ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams (MDT) and with community providers.

This post will provide an opportunity to work within a Trust that is ambitious to perform well and has been told by the Care Quality Commission that it is the fastest improving Mental Health Trust in the Country.

Main duties of the job

The role of the deputy manager is to provide support and assistance to the ward manager in ensuring the effective management and running of the service. This will include having specific responsibilities asdelegated by the ward manager and will require the post holder to deputise for the ward manager as and when appropriate/required.

The post holder is responsible for the delivery of care and for the supervision of others who are carrying out all aspects of the caring process. The post-holder will assist in setting and maintaining standards of care, will participate in maintaining effective management of the team and unit and will also maintain effective integration with the multi-disciplinary team and assist with the facilitation of a collaborative approach to patient focussed care.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 5 Registered Learning Disability Nurses (RLDN)to join the Specialist Childrens Short Break Team at Dragon Square full time and part time hours avaialble.

The service provides overnight short breaks for children and young people with severe learning disabilities and other associated complex needs such as behaviours of concern and complex health needs.

The role involves working as part of a team of Registered nurses and Health Care Support workers in conjunction with the wider multi-agency team such as school, social workers, consultants, specialist nurses, community nurses and parents/carers to meet the needs of the children and young people and achieve positive outcomes for them, as well as supporting families and minimising the risk of family breakdown.

The role of the registered nurseis very diverse and varied and creates lots of opportunity for developing clinical skills.

It involves supporting the children and young people to meet their personal hygiene needs, diet and nutrition, communication, religious, cultural needs, health and wellbeing as well as social ,sensory needs and developing daily living skills and independence. There are lots of opportunities to support the children to have fun when they are on a short break.

If you feel you are compassionate and have a positive outlook and lots of motivation please apply.

The service is registered with Ofsted.

Main duties of the job

To act as a named LD nurse / care co-ordinator, to be responsible for the assessment of needs and the planning, delivery and evaluation of care for these Patients and to deliver specific interventions according to assessed need. To oversee the nursing care process and to provide direction and supervision to junior staff in meeting patient needs. To provide supervision and leadership in respect of maintaining and developing standards of practice and implementing change.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

The Newcastle CMHT are looking to recruit a part-time, Band 5 Assistant Clinical Psychologist to join their multi-disciplinary team.

The successful postholders will:

Assist in the operational delivery of group treatment interventions and service evaluation for service users within the CMHT. The post-holder will work under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist, often independently under their direction.

Be expected to prepare patients in their readiness to start groups via communication through emails, phone calls and letters and to share expectations of the group programme. The post holder will also ensure and support patients to complete questionnaires pre and post intervention, collate the results and prepare service evaluation reports.

Be required to work with clients who are highly distressed, anxious or hostile and will experience sensitive situations on a weekly basis

Main duties of the job

The post holder will also complete assessment, formulation and 1-1 skills work under supervision.

Working independently to a plan agreed with a qualified clinical psychologist.

To assist in clinically related administration, conduct of audits and projects, collection of statistics, development of audit and/or research projects, teaching and project work

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.