Job summary

The National Psychosis Unit is looking for a highly skilled and motivated nurse to join our senior nursing team and wider MDT as a Clinical Charge Nurse (Band 6). We are looking for a nurse that is driven to provide and role model high standards of quality of nursing care to patients suffering with complex mental illness, comorbid physical health and psychosocial difficulties. The post holder will need to be equipped with a strong foundation of core nursing skills, an interest in psychosis and physical health, be passionate about service improvement and be able to demonstrate a dynamic and creative approach the role, team working and service delivery.

Main duties of the job

The Clinical Charge Nurse role is suitable for Registered Nurses who have successfully completed preceptorship and have registered as an approved NMC Practice Assessor.

The post holder will deliver and advise on the delivery of, high quality safe nursing care, ensuring consistently high standards of practice and clinical excellence which comply with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) code of professional conduct.

As a Clinical ChargeNurse, you will promote and develop clinical leadership and clinical practice and be a positive role model to junior members of the team through the practice of evidence-based care and consistently high standards of professionalism.

You will be expected to support professional development through clinical appraisal and supervision and contribute to the ongoing educational programme for staff, fostering a positive learning environment. Your professional and personal development will include further postgraduate study, and you will be encouraged and supported by your line manager to undertake continued professional development.

About us

The National Psychosis Unit is an 18 bedded, mixed gender ward, based at the Bethlem Royal Hospital and is for adults (over the aged of 18). NPUforms part of the National Psychosis Service, which is a clinical-academic tertiary inpatient and outpatient service offering innovative individualised evidence-based careto help those people with complex psychosis, where standard treatment guidelines have proven ineffective or have not been tolerated. The service aims to enhance quality of life through tailored treatments and promotion of recovery thus reducing the need for high intensity placements and the risk of readmission.

We accept referrals from patients living across the UK and can also accept international patients. The multidisciplinary team ofdedicated clinicians offering comprehensive bio-psycho-socialreviews alongside innovative, bespoke and varied treatment approaches. Themes include complex co-morbid physical health conditions which directly affect psychiatric treatment options; clozapine re-challenge after a significant adverse reaction; clozapine non-response and specialist psychological interventions for psychosis.

With average length of stay being between 6-12 months and withour patients possibly beinga long way from home, we aim to make admissions as short as possible and communicate regularly with carers, the referring team and commissioner to plan care and facilitate timely discharge.

Job summary

o A motivated CAMHS Clinical Nurse Specialist who is a Non medical Prescriber to support the ADHD pathway in our community CAMHS service.

o Independent and team working in both a clinical role.

o Confident in your delivery of ADHD care including ADHD assessment, medication management and physical health assessments.

o Excellent skills in organisation and forward thinking, show initiative, be adaptable and able to follow direction, and be a good team player with excellent communication skills.

o Contribute clinically to all aspects of the ADHD pathway including screening, assessment, psychoeducation, medication management, behavioural management, care planning, risk assessment and risk management, and transition to adult services.

o Contribute to further ADHD pathway development.

Main duties of the job

The main team base is located at William Geoffrey house, 35 Black Prince Road, Kennington and St Johns Angell Town Primary school, 85 Overton Road Brixton SW9 7HH

Managing your own caseload of C&YP with ADHD, including more complex cases involving comorbid mental health and neuropsychiatric difficulties

Independent treatment initiation & review within your scope of practice. This involves assessing, planning, implementing & evaluating intervention(s) for young people in your care, including independent non-medical prescribing.

Liaising with medical colleagues, partner agencies (school; social care) and adult mental health professionals across a range of settings

Completing risk assessments & care plans

Contribute to completing ADHD assessments by providing expert input to diagnostic decisions ('ADHD diagnostic consultations')

To work autonomously within professional practice guidelines & Trust guidelines

Deputising for the ADHD Highly Specialist Nurse Prescriber

About us

The London Borough of Lambeth has a population of 317,800 (GLA 2020). Lambeth's population is highly diverse, a characteristic visible in the breadth of ethnic and cultural traditions seen throughout the borough. It is estimated that 63% of the population describe their ethnicity as other than White British; 23% describe

their ethnicity as Black (11% Black African, 7% Black Caribbean and 5% Other Black), 22% White Other and 6% as Asian.

The Annual population survey, estimates that a third of Lambeth's residents are non-UK born. Of these non-UK born, 40% are of wider European origin, 20% are of African origin; and 20% of Central or South American origin. Nearly 150 languages are spoken as the first language in the homes of Lambeth school children. Portuguese, Spanish and Somali, are the most commonly spoken other languages in Lambeth.

Lambeth has a child and youth population aged 0-20 of almost 70,000. Over 50% of this number are 0 to 9 years old

Details

Date posted

14 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NUR-8244845-LF

Job locations

Lambeth CAMHS

William Geoffrey House 35 Black Prince Rd & St John’s Angell Town Primary School 85 Angell Rd SW97HH

London

SE116JJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

• Deliver specialist ADHD assessment, treatment, prescribing, and care coordination for children and young people within Lambeth CAMHS.
• Undertake comprehensive mental and physical health assessments, manage risk and safeguarding concerns, and develop personalised care plans.
• Provide evidence-based interventions and maintain high standards of clinical documentation and communication.

Leadership

• Support nursing leadership across Lambeth CAMHS.
• Work with the Lead Nurse to uphold standards of care and deputise for the Highly Specialist ADHD Nurse Prescriber when required.

Teaching, Training and Supervision

• Participate in clinical, prescribing, management, and professional supervision.
• Support the development of nursing staff, supervise student nurses, and provide training, consultation, and advice to staff and partner agencies.
• Maintain professional development and mandatory training compliance.

Service Development and Governance

• Contribute to service improvement, clinical governance, recruitment, audit, and quality improvement initiatives.

Research and Evaluation

• Participate in service evaluation, audit, research, and the implementation of evidence-based practice.

General

• Maintain up-to-date professional knowledge and ensure compliance with professional standards, Trust policies, and governance requirements.

Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Deliver specialist ADHD assessment, treatment, prescribing, and care coordination for children and young people within Lambeth CAMHS. Undertake comprehensive mental and physical health assessments, manage risk and safeguarding concerns, and develop personalised care plans. Provide evidence-based interventions and maintain high standards of clinical documentation and communication. Leadership Support nursing leadership across Lambeth CAMHS. Work with the Lead Nurse to uphold standards of care and deputise for the Highly Specialist ADHD Nurse Prescriber when required. Teaching, Training and Supervision Participate in clinical, prescribing, management, and professional supervision. Support the development of nursing staff, supervise student nurses, and provide training, consultation, and advice to staff and partner agencies. Maintain professional development and mandatory training compliance. Service Development and Governance Contribute to service improvement, clinical governance, recruitment, audit, and quality improvement initiatives. Research and Evaluation Participate in service evaluation, audit, research, and the implementation of evidence-based practice. General Maintain up-to-date professional knowledge and ensure compliance with professional standards, Trust policies, and governance requirements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oFirst level nursing qualification (registration RMN or RSCN or HV) / with related CAMHS experience and MSc level qualification or equivalent with evidence of a comprehensive portfolio of post registration professional development in child and adolescent mental health including evidence of clinical, audit and/or research presentations at local and national CAMHS events and evidence of publication of articles or the production of strategic reports which have advanced CAMHS.
• oAll applications will require professional registration with a statutory body e.g. the Nursing Midwifery Council, General Social care council, Health professional's council or applicable psychological or psychotherapies body
• oAbility to work as a Non-medical prescriber with appropriate NMC registration.

Desirable

• Additional, recognised therapeutic qualification

Experience

Essential

• oGraduate qualification related to or equivalent with evidence of a comprehensive portfolio including experience of specialist mental health assessment and treatment with children and young people with mental health difficulties, emotional, behavioural and relational problems and their families, including looked after children.
• oExperience of managing complex and high- risk cases
• oExperience of working with children and families from diverse cultural backgrounds
• oExperience of supervision of other staff and experience of clinical leadership and providing clinical support for practitioners across disciplines including recruitment, supervision and appraisal
• oExperience of multi-agency collaboration and integrated working
• Experience of working with young people who are neurodiverse including those with ADHD

Desirable

• Experience working as an independent non-medical prescriber with a CAMHS service and ability to demonstrate continuing professional development in this area.
• Experience of consultation to, and clinical supervision of other staff
• Experience of providing teaching and training to multidisciplinary groups
• oExperience of developing and carrying out research projects with children and young people

Knowledge

Essential

• oKnowledge of CAMHS research methodology
• oEvidence of continuing professional development
• oKnowledge of psychological assessment of behaviour and emotional disorders and difficulties, relationship difficulties, attachment disorders and difficulties, and clinical psychometrics
• oSpecialist knowledge of childhood disorders including emotional and behavioural disorders, relationship difficulties and attachment disorders and theories of child development.
• Specialist knowledge of neurodevelopmental disorders including ADHD
• oPractitioner level knowledge of at least one model of psychological therapy and knowledge of the theoretical and evidence base for them
• oKnowledge of legislation and national policy in relation to Looked After Children and mental health issues, including the Children Act, safeguarding children and the Mental Health Act.
• oAwareness of racial and diversity issues and their impact on service access, through attendance of relevant training

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• oAbility to supervise student nurses having completed relevant training
• oHighly developed verbal and written communication skills including communicating complex, highly technical and sensitive information to children, young people, families and colleagues
• oExperience in consultation skills to work with the multi-professional team and/or other professional groups
• oAbility to maintain a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems involving a child's or young person's mental health issues, family relationships or future placement, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse
• oAbility to work independently as an autonomous practitioner with appropriate level of clinical and managerial supervision
• oAbility to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to effective

Desirable

• Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings
• oPost qualification CPD to develop clinical and/or research skills relevant to specialist area as agreed in the Personal Development Plan

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oFirst level nursing qualification (registration RMN or RSCN or HV) / with related CAMHS experience and MSc level qualification or equivalent with evidence of a comprehensive portfolio of post registration professional development in child and adolescent mental health including evidence of clinical, audit and/or research presentations at local and national CAMHS events and evidence of publication of articles or the production of strategic reports which have advanced CAMHS. oAll applications will require professional registration with a statutory body e.g. the Nursing Midwifery Council, General Social care council, Health professional's council or applicable psychological or psychotherapies body oAbility to work as a Non-medical prescriber with appropriate NMC registration. Desirable Additional, recognised therapeutic qualification Experience Essential oGraduate qualification related to or equivalent with evidence of a comprehensive portfolio including experience of specialist mental health assessment and treatment with children and young people with mental health difficulties, emotional, behavioural and relational problems and their families, including looked after children. oExperience of managing complex and high- risk cases oExperience of working with children and families from diverse cultural backgrounds oExperience of supervision of other staff and experience of clinical leadership and providing clinical support for practitioners across disciplines including recruitment, supervision and appraisal oExperience of multi-agency collaboration and integrated working Experience of working with young people who are neurodiverse including those with ADHD Desirable Experience working as an independent non-medical prescriber with a CAMHS service and ability to demonstrate continuing professional development in this area. Experience of consultation to, and clinical supervision of other staff Experience of providing teaching and training to multidisciplinary groups oExperience of developing and carrying out research projects with children and young people Knowledge Essential oKnowledge of CAMHS research methodology oEvidence of continuing professional development oKnowledge of psychological assessment of behaviour and emotional disorders and difficulties, relationship difficulties, attachment disorders and difficulties, and clinical psychometrics oSpecialist knowledge of childhood disorders including emotional and behavioural disorders, relationship difficulties and attachment disorders and theories of child development. Specialist knowledge of neurodevelopmental disorders including ADHD oPractitioner level knowledge of at least one model of psychological therapy and knowledge of the theoretical and evidence base for them oKnowledge of legislation and national policy in relation to Looked After Children and mental health issues, including the Children Act, safeguarding children and the Mental Health Act. oAwareness of racial and diversity issues and their impact on service access, through attendance of relevant training Skills & Abilities Essential oAbility to supervise student nurses having completed relevant training oHighly developed verbal and written communication skills including communicating complex, highly technical and sensitive information to children, young people, families and colleagues oExperience in consultation skills to work with the multi-professional team and/or other professional groups oAbility to maintain a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems involving a child's or young person's mental health issues, family relationships or future placement, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse oAbility to work independently as an autonomous practitioner with appropriate level of clinical and managerial supervision oAbility to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to effective Desirable Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings oPost qualification CPD to develop clinical and/or research skills relevant to specialist area as agreed in the Personal Development Plan

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lambeth CAMHS

William Geoffrey House 35 Black Prince Rd & St John’s Angell Town Primary School 85 Angell Rd SW97HH

London

SE116JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lambeth CAMHS

William Geoffrey House 35 Black Prince Rd & St John’s Angell Town Primary School 85 Angell Rd SW97HH

London

SE116JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Croydon Locality Team (CMHT) is a generic team integrated with Croydon Social Care. We are looking for one Band 7 Senior Clinical Practitioner to join the South. The Senior Clinical Practitioner ( RMN, Social worker/AMHP/ OT) will join a thriving team of supportive, committed and skilled practitioners from a diverse professional background who are dedicated to changing the future outcomes for adults who present to secondary mental health services. They will work in partnership with the Team Manager, Consultant and Psychology staff to lead, develop and support the new teams.

**Please note, for social workers applying this vacancy is for an NHS contract

Main duties of the job

Croydon is currently undergoing service transformation within its community mental health services. The transformation is about enhancing the quality of our service delivery, improving the experiences of those using our services, maintaining staff morale and to ensure services are meeting the NHS Long Term Plan. It is an exciting time to be part of this transformation in Croydon and you will be directly involved in improving ways of working with investment in resources to enhance services. The new teams will no longer be based on diagnosis and will work with all individuals from a particular locality who have mental health needs that require support from secondary care. The locality Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT) will be a generic team integrated with Croydon Social Care. We are looking for a Band 7 Senior Clinical Practitioners to join the south locality team. The Senior Clinical Practitioner ( RMN, Social worker/AMHP/ OT) will join a thriving team of supportive, committed and skilled practitioners from a diverse professional background who are dedicated to changing the future outcomes for adults who present to secondary mental health services. They will work in partnership with the Team Manager, Consultant and Psychology staff to lead, develop and support the new teams

About us

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trusthas a rich history, well-established community links and an international reputation. We deliver specialist services in the London boroughs of Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark, Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich.

We are committed to provide a high quality and specialist care to our service users and we are recognised for our care and treatment we provide. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good'.

Our Values

We take pride in providing specialist care to our service users where our Trust values and our promise to be caring, kind, polite, prompt, honest, listen and do what I say I'm going to do is at the heart of everything we do. When you join us, you'll be part of something special.

As a Trust we are happy to talk flexible working.

Details

Date posted

14 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year Pro rata inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

334-NUR-8268487-LF

Job locations

Jeanette Wallace House

Slam

croydon

CR0 1FE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note:

• That all applications for this post will need to be made online
• That you read and understand the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role. Your Statement in Support should reflect the requirements specified as your application will be judged against these criteria
• That the closing date listed is a guide only and that the vacancy may close earlier should sufficient number of applicants have been received. We advise that you submit your application as early as possible
• That once you have submitted your application you agree to your application being transferred to a 3rd party e-recruitment system. All subsequent information regarding your application will be generated from apps.trac.jobs
• That should you not have heard from us within three weeks from the closing date your application has not successful
• That priority consideration for applications may be given to at-risk NHS employees
• That should you be successful and appointed, you authorise South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust to confirm your previous NHS service via an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process
• That we are a smoke-free Trust
• PLEASE NOTE SHOULD SOCIAL WORKERS APPLY, THE OFFER IS FOR A SLAM CONTRACT AND NOT LOCAL AUTHORITY

SLaM is a Stonewall Diversity Champion , Stonewall is the largest Lesbian, Gay, Bi and Trans (LGBT) rights charity in Europe

Job description Job responsibilities Please note: That all applications for this post will need to be made online That you read and understand the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role. Your Statement in Support should reflect the requirements specified as your application will be judged against these criteria That the closing date listed is a guide only and that the vacancy may close earlier should sufficient number of applicants have been received. We advise that you submit your application as early as possible That once you have submitted your application you agree to your application being transferred to a 3rd party e-recruitment system. All subsequent information regarding your application will be generated from apps.trac.jobs That should you not have heard from us within three weeks from the closing date your application has not successful That priority consideration for applications may be given to at-risk NHS employees That should you be successful and appointed, you authorise South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust to confirm your previous NHS service via an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process That we are a smoke-free Trust PLEASE NOTE SHOULD SOCIAL WORKERS APPLY, THE OFFER IS FOR A SLAM CONTRACT AND NOT LOCAL AUTHORITY SLaM is a Stonewall Diversity Champion , Stonewall is the largest Lesbian, Gay, Bi and Trans (LGBT) rights charity in Europe

Person Specification

Qualifications and experience

Essential

• Relevant professional qualification- Mental Health Nursing, Social worker, Occupational Therapist with affiliated professional registration NMC, HCPC
• Additional qualification /diploma - in related field e.g. Mental Health, leadership, coaching, Practice assessor/supervisor , family work, Mentorship qualification (A)
• Evidence of continuing professional development e.g. relevant training

Desirable

• Qualification in relevant psycho-social intervention
• Dual Diagnosis
• Leadership

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of CPA, Community Care Act, Carers Act, Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation as application to practice
• Knowledge of race and gender issues as they pertain to people with serious mental health problems
• Excellent knowledge & experience of assessment and risk assessment toolsExcellent knowledge & experience of assessment and risk assessment tools

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Ability to analyse complex issues/problems, provide guidance and make decisions
• Skills in mental health and risk assessments
• Skills in crisis management Effectively manage a clinical caseload, complete outcomes measures routinely, update clinical records in line with team, service and Trust requirements
• Ability to provide care that is sensitive to the needs of minority groups

Desirable

• Experience of Clinical Governance and Evidence Based Practice
• Experience of Change management
• Experience of carrying out CBT

Person Specification Qualifications and experience Essential Relevant professional qualification- Mental Health Nursing, Social worker, Occupational Therapist with affiliated professional registration NMC, HCPC Additional qualification /diploma - in related field e.g. Mental Health, leadership, coaching, Practice assessor/supervisor , family work, Mentorship qualification (A) Evidence of continuing professional development e.g. relevant training Desirable Qualification in relevant psycho-social intervention Dual Diagnosis Leadership Knowledge Essential Knowledge of CPA, Community Care Act, Carers Act, Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation as application to practice Knowledge of race and gender issues as they pertain to people with serious mental health problems Excellent knowledge & experience of assessment and risk assessment toolsExcellent knowledge & experience of assessment and risk assessment tools Skills and abilities Essential Ability to analyse complex issues/problems, provide guidance and make decisions Skills in mental health and risk assessments Skills in crisis management Effectively manage a clinical caseload, complete outcomes measures routinely, update clinical records in line with team, service and Trust requirements Ability to provide care that is sensitive to the needs of minority groups Desirable Experience of Clinical Governance and Evidence Based Practice Experience of Change management Experience of carrying out CBT

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Jeanette Wallace House

Slam

croydon

CR0 1FE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Jeanette Wallace House

Slam

croydon

CR0 1FE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting secondment opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Ward Manager working within the Psychological Medicine and Older Adult Directorate of the South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust.

Hayworth Ward provides person centred treatment and care to older adults with acute needs associated with their Dementia, through a well-established multidisciplinary team. Our patients are older adults who have mental health difficulties and / or Dementia and require specialist in-patient care prior to moving back into the community or on to other specialised settings.

Main duties of the job

About the role:

You will work closely with the Ward Manager to provide full clinical and managerial leadership to ensure the effective provision, management and development of service delivery, whilst encouraging a person-centred, therapeutic environment for our patients.

We offer a number of opportunities including regular supervision, comprehensive CPD packages and the opportunity to be involved in the development of Chelsham ward to be the most therapeutic and inclusive environment possible for our patients and their relatives and carers. All staff members take part in a comprehensive induction and there will be opportunities to develop clinical and specialist skills in this area.

Working for the Psychological Medicine and Older Adult Directorate ensures personal and career development by attending collaborative Leadership and Nursing Councils, which all nurses are encouraged to engage with as it is an opportunity to shape nursing practice and have a say in policy development.

The Councils enable staff to network with senior management of both the Directorate and Trust.

About us

The South London Mental Health and Community Partnership (SLP) is a collaboration between Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, and South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust, delivering mental health services to a population of more than three million people.

The partnership brings together clinical expertise, experience and innovation, aiming to improve quality, use resources most effectively, and deliver best practice consistently to all patients.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Ward Manager working within the Psychological Medicine and Older Adult Directorate of the South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust.

Chelsham House provides person centred treatment and care to older adults with acute needs associated with their Dementia, through a well-established multidisciplinary team. Our patients are older adults who have mental health difficulties and / or Dementia and require specialist in-patient care prior to moving back into the community or on to other specialised settings.

Main duties of the job

About the role:

You will work closely with the Ward Manager to provide full clinical and managerial leadership to ensure the effective provision, management and development of service delivery, whilst encouraging a person-centred, therapeutic environment for our patients.

We offer a number of opportunities including regular supervision, comprehensive CPD packages and the opportunity to be involved in the development of Chelsham ward to be the most therapeutic and inclusive environment possible for our patients and their relatives and carers. All staff members take part in a comprehensive induction and there will be opportunities to develop clinical and specialist skills in this area.

Working for the Psychological Medicine and Older Adult Directorate ensures personal and career development by attending collaborative Leadership and Nursing Councils, which all nurses are encouraged to engage with as it is an opportunity to shape nursing practice and have a say in policy development.

The Councils enable staff to network with senior management of both the Directorate and Trust.

About us

The South London Mental Health and Community Partnership (SLP) is a collaboration between Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, and South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust, delivering mental health services to a population of more than three million people.

The partnership brings together clinical expertise, experience and innovation, aiming to improve quality, use resources most effectively, and deliver best practice consistently to all patients.

Job summary

Candidates to please note Croydon is currently undergoing transformation into Neighbourhood Centres. This role is currently advertised for the Croydon Assessment and Liaison Team (A&L), however, the successful candidate will be reallocated to the North West Neighbourhood Centre team from 19 October 2026.

Main duties of the job

To have overall management responsibility for the delivery of care within Croydon Community Services in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. To lead a team of professionals and support staff in the delivery of high-quality evidence-based practice, ensuring that regular supervision and appraisals take place. To manage administrative and operational resources in a cost-effective manner, evaluating the standard of service delivered. To co-ordinate multidisciplinary working, maintaining excellent communication and working relationships with all team members, and other services within the Trust and external to the Trust, to ensure effective interface and continuity of care between disciplines and services. The post holder will carry out clinical and managerial procedures to a standard that ensures safe and effective care and complies with the relevant Code of Professional Conduct.There is an expectation that the post holder will place the needs of service users at the centre of care delivery.

About us

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust has a rich history, well-established community links and an international reputation. We deliver specialist services in the London boroughs of Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark, Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Wandsworth and Richmond.

We are committed to provide a high quality and specialist care to our service users and we are recognised for our care and treatment we provide. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good'.

We launched our five-year strategy, Aiming High; Changing Lives in 2021 together with Our Care Improvement System as our quality management system methodology to make a positive impact on patient care, outcomes and staff experience. By joining SLaM, all staff will get the opportunity to be part of this exciting improvement journey supported with learning and development to harness everyone's potential as change makers.

The trust recognises the unique and valuable contribution that people with lived experience of mental illness can bring to a role. We therefore welcome applications from people with lived experience and consider them as an asset to the Trust.

Details

Date posted

14 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NUR-8333544-LF

Job locations

Jeanette Wallace House

1 Edridge Road

Croydon

CR0 1FE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A recognised degree in Mental Health Nursing, Social work or Occupational Therapy (A)
• Registered Nurse-Mental Health or other professional registration such as Occupational Therapy & Social Worker (A)

Desirable

• Management course.
• Master level qualification

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of managing a caseload
• oExperience working in a community mental health service
• oExperience of providing clinical and managerial supervision and annual appraisals
• oExperience of managing clinical practice in a mental health service
• Experience of conducting Biopsychosocial assessments of Service Users with a range of mental health needs.

Desirable

• Experience of managing conflicts
• Experience of investigating and responding to complaints
• oPrevious experience in a team leader role
• oExperience of conducting safeguarding enquires under the Care Act

Knowledge / Skills

Essential

• oWorking knowledge of all relevant legislation associated with acute mental health care,
• oExperience of conducting clinical audits
• oExperience of reviewing Datix and completing Fact Finders
• Understanding of KPIs
• Knowledge and expertise in the management of complex risk and crisis

Desirable

• o Knowledge of performance management procedures
• oKnowledge of PSIRF framework

Person Specification Qualifications Essential A recognised degree in Mental Health Nursing, Social work or Occupational Therapy (A) Registered Nurse-Mental Health or other professional registration such as Occupational Therapy & Social Worker (A) Desirable Management course. Master level qualification Experience Essential oExperience of managing a caseload oExperience working in a community mental health service oExperience of providing clinical and managerial supervision and annual appraisals oExperience of managing clinical practice in a mental health service Experience of conducting Biopsychosocial assessments of Service Users with a range of mental health needs. Desirable Experience of managing conflicts Experience of investigating and responding to complaints oPrevious experience in a team leader role oExperience of conducting safeguarding enquires under the Care Act Knowledge / Skills Essential oWorking knowledge of all relevant legislation associated with acute mental health care, oExperience of conducting clinical audits oExperience of reviewing Datix and completing Fact Finders Understanding of KPIs Knowledge and expertise in the management of complex risk and crisis Desirable o Knowledge of performance management procedures oKnowledge of PSIRF framework

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Jeanette Wallace House

1 Edridge Road

Croydon

CR0 1FE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Jeanette Wallace House

1 Edridge Road

Croydon

CR0 1FE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This post is for an 8b SLaM AVATAR therapy Training Lead for a new Wellcome funded study, AVATAR-RWE (Real World Evidence).The successful candidate will work as part of an NHS implementation study of AVATAR therapy, a blended digital intervention for distressing voices in psychosis. Having tested efficacy in rigorous randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and with replication emerging from independent research groups, our focus is on national and international implementation of AVATAR therapy. In March 2024 AVATAR therapy received a NICE-Early Value Assessment recommendation for deployment in the NHS for the purpose of real-world evidence generation.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

The post holder will:

Lead on training and supervision of therapists in SLaM.

Supervise the Assistant Psychologist, to support data collection to a high standard, in line with study protocols.

Oversee reporting and transfer of research data to project leads, in line with research governance approvals.

Support the optimisation of AVATAR therapy software and training resources

Support the KCL-based Researchers in development of study materials.

The post holder may be asked to contribute to training and supervision beyond SLaM (i.e. other trusts/ clinical settings) to support the wider roll-out of AVATAR therapy

The post holder will support Dr Tom Ward and Dr Clem Edwards in the delivery of these aims. The job purpose will focus on leadership in the training and supervision of AVATAR therapy delivered within SLaM alongside the real-world data collection.

The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post.

About us

About South London and Maudsley:

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK as well as substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We work closely with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. There are very few organisations in the world that have such wide-ranging capabilities working with mental illness. Our scope is unique because it is built on three major foundations: care and treatment, science and research, and training.

SLaM employ around 5000 staff and serve a local population of 1.1 million people. We have more than 230 services including inpatient wards, outpatient and community services. Currently, provide inpatient care for approximately 5,300 people each year and treat more than 45,000 patients in the community in Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark; as well as substance misuse services for residents of Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich.

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£75,328 to £86,114 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (Inner)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

30 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-CLI-8313291

Job locations

PICuP (Psychological Interventions Clinic for outpatients with Psychosis)/ Psychology (KCL)

Henry Wellcome Building, PO77 IOPPN, De crespigny Park

London

SE5 8AF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post is for an 8b SLaM AVATAR therapy Training Lead for a new Wellcome funded study, AVATAR-RWE (Real World Evidence). The successful candidate will work as part of an NHS implementation study of AVATAR therapy, a blended digital intervention for distressing voices in psychosis. Please see attached Job description for further information

Job description Job responsibilities This post is for an 8b SLaM AVATAR therapy Training Lead for a new Wellcome funded study, AVATAR-RWE (Real World Evidence). The successful candidate will work as part of an NHS implementation study of AVATAR therapy, a blended digital intervention for distressing voices in psychosis. Please see attached Job description for further information

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oDoctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, or equivalent, and HCPC registered. (A)

Desirable

• oPost-qualification Postgraduate Diploma in CBT for psychosis/Severe Mental Illness (SMI) or equivalent specialist experience. (A)

Experience

Essential

• Post qualification experience of working in adult mental health services with people with psychosis.

Desirable

• Training, supervision, or delivery of digitally supported therapies for severe mental health problems.
• Training and experience in AVATAR therapy delivery and supervision

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge, experience and interest in AVATAR or relevant relational therapies for psychosis (A/I)
• Knowledge and skills in CBT for psychosis. (A/I)
• Knowledge and skills in supervision and training of other mental health professionals. (A/I)

Desirable

• Knowledge and skills in digitally supported therapies for severe mental health problems. (A/I)
• Training and supervision of psychological practitioners to deliver psychological interventions for psychosis (A/I)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oDoctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, or equivalent, and HCPC registered. (A) Desirable oPost-qualification Postgraduate Diploma in CBT for psychosis/Severe Mental Illness (SMI) or equivalent specialist experience. (A) Experience Essential Post qualification experience of working in adult mental health services with people with psychosis. Desirable Training, supervision, or delivery of digitally supported therapies for severe mental health problems. Training and experience in AVATAR therapy delivery and supervision Knowledge Essential Knowledge, experience and interest in AVATAR or relevant relational therapies for psychosis (A/I) Knowledge and skills in CBT for psychosis. (A/I) Knowledge and skills in supervision and training of other mental health professionals. (A/I) Desirable Knowledge and skills in digitally supported therapies for severe mental health problems. (A/I) Training and supervision of psychological practitioners to deliver psychological interventions for psychosis (A/I)

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

PICuP (Psychological Interventions Clinic for outpatients with Psychosis)/ Psychology (KCL)

Henry Wellcome Building, PO77 IOPPN, De crespigny Park

London

SE5 8AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

PICuP (Psychological Interventions Clinic for outpatients with Psychosis)/ Psychology (KCL)

Henry Wellcome Building, PO77 IOPPN, De crespigny Park

London

SE5 8AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This Principal Family and Systemic Psychotherapist role will develop and lead our family and carer offer across our five Community Neighbourhood Teams in Lewisham.

It will focus on delivering a range of high quality evidence-based therapies to clients, families and carers, including Open Dialogue, Carer Support, Family Intervention for psychosis, and Systemic Family Therapy.

It will also support our wider community development work alongside our local familes, carers and partner organisations.

Main duties of the job

To provide, develop and ensure the systematic provision of a highly specialist family and systemic psychotherapy service (including Family Intervention for psychosis) across adult community services in Lewisham, including specialist assessment, treatment, planning, implementation and monitoring of outcomes.

To provide clinical supervision and consultation as appropriate. To contribute to service evaluation, audit, research and policy development.

To ensure that systems are in place and working effectively for the clinical and professional supervision and support of all other family and systemic psychotherapists, trainees and honorary staff within the service area as appropriate (or responsibility for a specific area of clinical expertise).

To work as an autonomous professional within AFT, UKCP, and HCPC guidelines and guided by principles and policies or procedures, taking full responsibility for interpreting policies within defined parameters.

About us

About South London and Maudsley:

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK as well as substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We work closely with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. Our scope is unique because it is built on three major foundations: care and treatment, science and research, and training.

SLaM employ around 5000 staff and serve a local population of 1.1 million people. We have more than 230 services including inpatient wards, outpatient and community services.

By coming to work at SLaM, you will gain experience of being part of an organisation with a rich history and international reputation in mental health care. You will have access to professional development and learning opportunities, and have the chance to work alongside people who are world leaders in their field. SLaM delivered more than 14,000 training experiences in 2014; providing an extensive range of learning opportunities for staff at all levels. In addition, our working relationship with King's Health Partners allows those working at the Trust to get involved in academic research.

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

334-CLI-8315939

Job locations

Wallace Health Centre

Clarence Road

London

SE8 3BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

KR 1 Clinical and Client Care

To liaise with other agencies and service providers in relation to the provision of systemic psychotherapy, family intervention, family work and systems/family-oriented services as appropriate to the role.

KR 2 Contributing to team or service clinical functioning

To co-ordinate and chair, service and directorate meetings related to families and carers, to ensure effective functioning and review outcomes and progress, as appropriate.

KR 3 Policy and service development

To implement policies and service changes related to families and carers.

To identify aspects of the service which could be improved and initiate and implement service development projects, that affect a range of professions or services.

KR 4 Care or management of resources

To take care of, and use carefully, the Trusts equipment and physical resources.

To ensure that the post-holder has sufficient resources by estimating future needs and requesting or ordering supplies as needed.

KR 5 Management and supervision

To provide professional leadership to more junior family and systemic psychotherapists and other professionals, as appropriate.

To be responsible for the day-to-day supervision or co-ordination of an agreed workload of more junior family and systemic psychotherapists.

KR 6 Teaching and Training

To plan and undertake teaching and training of pre and post-qualification family and systemic psychotherapists and specialised training to other professions as appropriate.

KR 7 Record-keeping and Information Governance

To ensure that all information generated by own work is recorded as required by Trust policies and local procedures.

To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing, according to professional and Trust guidelines, including electronic data entry.

Job description Job responsibilities KR 1 Clinical and Client Care To liaise with other agencies and service providers in relation to the provision of systemic psychotherapy, family intervention, family work and systems/family-oriented services as appropriate to the role. KR 2 Contributing to team or service clinical functioning To co-ordinate and chair, service and directorate meetings related to families and carers, to ensure effective functioning and review outcomes and progress, as appropriate. KR 3 Policy and service development To implement policies and service changes related to families and carers. To identify aspects of the service which could be improved and initiate and implement service development projects, that affect a range of professions or services. KR 4 Care or management of resources To take care of, and use carefully, the Trusts equipment and physical resources. To ensure that the post-holder has sufficient resources by estimating future needs and requesting or ordering supplies as needed. KR 5 Management and supervision To provide professional leadership to more junior family and systemic psychotherapists and other professionals, as appropriate. To be responsible for the day-to-day supervision or co-ordination of an agreed workload of more junior family and systemic psychotherapists. KR 6 Teaching and Training To plan and undertake teaching and training of pre and post-qualification family and systemic psychotherapists and specialised training to other professions as appropriate. KR 7 Record-keeping and Information Governance To ensure that all information generated by own work is recorded as required by Trust policies and local procedures. To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing, according to professional and Trust guidelines, including electronic data entry.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oPost-graduate qualification in relevant mental health/social welfare profession and demonstrable practice in this field (A/I)
• oMasters level qualification in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy or equivalent qualification, accredited by UKCP (A/I)
• oAdditional training in a specialised area of systemic practice through formal post-qualification training (PG Diploma or equivalent), OR a combination of specialist short courses, OR an evidenced portfolio of supervised practice-based learning in a specialist area of clinical practice, assessed by an experienced clinical supervisor to be of equal level to a Postgraduate Diploma. (A/I/R)
• oRegistered with the UKCP as Systemic Psychotherapist and evidence of continuing professional development as required by the UKCP. (A/I)
• oAccredited by AFT to supervise qualified Systemic and Family Psychotherapists (A/I)

Desirable

• oCompletion of post-graduate certificate Family Intervention in Psychosis training. (A/I)

Experience

Essential

• oEvidence of having worked as a qualified systemic family psychotherapist under supervision in adult community multi-disciplinary services. (A/I/R)
• oExperience of specialist systemic assessment, formulation and intervention with individuals and families with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature, including psychosis and complex trauma. (A/I)
• oExperience of supervising trainee family and systemic psychotherapists, having completed the relevant training. (A/I)
• oExperience of providing teaching and training to family and systemic psychotherapists or other professional groups. (A/I)
• oExperience of working with, and addressing issues of, diversity, including experience of working within a multicultural framework. (A/I)

Desirable

• oExperience of supervising and managing qualified professionals. (A/I)
• oExperience of developing and leading community mental health teams/services. (A/I)
• oRecord of publications in either peer reviewed, academic or professional journals/books (A/I/R)

Knowledge

Essential

• oHighly developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised systemic and psychological therapies for complex adult mental health presentations, including psychosis. (A/I/R)
• oAdvanced theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment complex adult mental health presentations, including psychosis. (A/I/R)
• oAdvanced knowledge of assessment techniques for working with adults with complex mental health presentations. (A/I/R)
• oAdvanced knowledge of a wide range of systemic and family models and interventions. (A/I/R)
• oKnowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health issues and child protection. (A/I/R)

Skills

Essential

• oHighly specialist skills in the selection and use of complex assessments, interpreting and integrating complex data that require analysis, interpretation and comparison, drawn from several sources, on which opinion may differ. (A/I/R)
• oTo communicate skilfully and sensitively complex and sensitive information with clients, families, carers, and colleagues, overcoming sensory, emotional and cultural barriers to communication. (A/I/R)
• oAdvanced consultation skills to work with the multi-professional team or other professional groups. (A/I/R)
• oSkills in providing teaching and training to other professional groups. (A/I/R)
• oAdvanced knowledge of and skill in using a wide variety of systemic theories and interventions and the ability to use these appropriately in relation to client need and work setting. (A/I/R)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oPost-graduate qualification in relevant mental health/social welfare profession and demonstrable practice in this field (A/I) oMasters level qualification in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy or equivalent qualification, accredited by UKCP (A/I) oAdditional training in a specialised area of systemic practice through formal post-qualification training (PG Diploma or equivalent), OR a combination of specialist short courses, OR an evidenced portfolio of supervised practice-based learning in a specialist area of clinical practice, assessed by an experienced clinical supervisor to be of equal level to a Postgraduate Diploma. (A/I/R) oRegistered with the UKCP as Systemic Psychotherapist and evidence of continuing professional development as required by the UKCP. (A/I) oAccredited by AFT to supervise qualified Systemic and Family Psychotherapists (A/I) Desirable oCompletion of post-graduate certificate Family Intervention in Psychosis training. (A/I) Experience Essential oEvidence of having worked as a qualified systemic family psychotherapist under supervision in adult community multi-disciplinary services. (A/I/R) oExperience of specialist systemic assessment, formulation and intervention with individuals and families with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature, including psychosis and complex trauma. (A/I) oExperience of supervising trainee family and systemic psychotherapists, having completed the relevant training. (A/I) oExperience of providing teaching and training to family and systemic psychotherapists or other professional groups. (A/I) oExperience of working with, and addressing issues of, diversity, including experience of working within a multicultural framework. (A/I) Desirable oExperience of supervising and managing qualified professionals. (A/I) oExperience of developing and leading community mental health teams/services. (A/I) oRecord of publications in either peer reviewed, academic or professional journals/books (A/I/R) Knowledge Essential oHighly developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised systemic and psychological therapies for complex adult mental health presentations, including psychosis. (A/I/R) oAdvanced theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment complex adult mental health presentations, including psychosis. (A/I/R) oAdvanced knowledge of assessment techniques for working with adults with complex mental health presentations. (A/I/R) oAdvanced knowledge of a wide range of systemic and family models and interventions. (A/I/R) oKnowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health issues and child protection. (A/I/R) Skills Essential oHighly specialist skills in the selection and use of complex assessments, interpreting and integrating complex data that require analysis, interpretation and comparison, drawn from several sources, on which opinion may differ. (A/I/R) oTo communicate skilfully and sensitively complex and sensitive information with clients, families, carers, and colleagues, overcoming sensory, emotional and cultural barriers to communication. (A/I/R) oAdvanced consultation skills to work with the multi-professional team or other professional groups. (A/I/R) oSkills in providing teaching and training to other professional groups. (A/I/R) oAdvanced knowledge of and skill in using a wide variety of systemic theories and interventions and the ability to use these appropriately in relation to client need and work setting. (A/I/R)

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wallace Health Centre

Clarence Road

London

SE8 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wallace Health Centre

Clarence Road

London

SE8 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Applications are welcomed for this exciting opportunity to lead the Maudsley's National and Specialist CAMHS DBT Service. We are one of the most established DBT-A programmes in the UK and in addition to our core clinical offer we also provide training, consultation and supervision to other programmes and CAMHS clinicians. We are research active with a particular focus on adapting DBT for minoritized groups and developing and evaluating novel, DBT-informed interventions for young people and parent/carers that can be offered as early interventions. The successful candidate will provide clinical and operational leadership for the DBT team and these various activities and will also have opportunities to work with the N&S CAMHS Senior Leadership Group on wider organisational developments and to contribute to shaping a culture of collective leadership within the directorate.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will support the day-to-day operation of the DBT service. As the clinical lead you will be responsible for ensuring fidelity to the evidence-based DBT model, promoting adherent practice within the team, as well as holding a small caseload of DBT clients. Along with the other senior clinicians in the service, you will provide senior cover across the week by being available when team members require consultation and guidance on managing complex clinical dilemmas relating to risk and safeguarding concerns. You will also lead on certain service developments, evaluations and research and provide training, supervision and consultation to DBT-A programmes and CAMHS colleagues nationally. You will be responsible for monitoring programme outcomes and ensuring Trust performance targets are met. You will also work with the Senior Management Team to ensure the service operates within its budgetary requirements. You will need to have considerable experience of working within a DBT programme at a senior level and an ability to provide effective supervision and support around complex clinical and workforce challenges. You will demonstrate an ability to build strong relationships both within and outside of the team that foster collaboration, respect, and problem-solving of team and organisational dilemmas. You will have a passion for fostering team wellbeing and culture and a capacity to balance consultation to the team with a more directive approach.

About us

The National & Specialist CAMHS Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Service is a well-established and supportive team based at the Michael Rutter Centre, Maudsley Hospital. The multi-disciplinary team of DBT Therapists consists of Clinical Psychologists, a Senior Systemic Psychotherapist, Nurses, a Social Worker, Clinical Psychologists in Training and an Assistant Psychologist. We also have in-house support from a Consultant Psychiatrist and a Higher Trainee Psychiatrist. The service accepts referrals within South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, Greater London Boroughs and nationally.As a service we offer an intensive psychological assessment and treatment programme, including weekly skills groups for adolescents and parents/carers. Young people aged 13-17 years, with a history of self-harm and suicidal behaviour and difficulties with emotion regulation are eligible for the programme. The service also offers trauma-focused interventions where needed for those who are able to complete the first stage of DBT and we regularly treat young people with other clinical comorbidities.DBT is a NICE guideline recommended evidence-based therapy. DBT has been shown to be effective with clients with self-harm and suicidal behaviours and symptoms associated with emotion dysregulation.

Job summary

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) supports the delivery of therapeutic, recreational, and occupationally focused interventions for service users experiencing mental illness, including those with a history of offending. Based either in the Recovery Hub or on the ward, the OTA works under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist to promote rehabilitation, recovery, and meaningful engagement.As part of the multidisciplinary team, the OTA contributes to the planning and delivery of a diverse and flexible programme of activities, developed collaboratively with service users and colleagues and overseen by an Occupational Therapist. This includes facilitating 1:1 and group interventions, supporting assessment and care planning through observation and feedback, and ensuring practice remains person-centred and recovery-focused.The OTA also undertakes community-based activities where required to support daily living skills, discharge planning, and wider community engagement. The role includes exercising appropriate autonomy in delivering therapeutic interventions while maintaining safe environments and upholding high professional standards.

Owing to the high volume of applications received, this vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date. Eligible candidates are therefore encouraged to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity.

Main duties of the job

• To provide a flexible programme of recreational, vocational and educational activities within the service in collaboration with the Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT), volunteers and sessional workers.
• To provide support and engage service users in therapeutic activities to promote recovery, independence and well-being
• To support the development of a balanced therapeutic ward based programme for service users at different stages of recovery
• To contribute to the collaborative care planning process, monitoring service users progress, taking account service users goals and aspirations and adjusting interventions accordingly
• To work independently, facilitating group or individual work, planned with a registered OT.

About us

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK as well as substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We work closely with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. There are very few organisations in the world that have such wide-ranging capabilities working with mental illness. Our scope is unique because it is built on three major foundations: care and treatment, science and research, and training.

SLaM employ around 5000 staff and serve a local population of 1.1 million people. We have more than 230 services including inpatient wards, outpatient and community services. Currently, provide inpatient care for approximately 5,300 people each year and treat more than 45,000 patients in the community in Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark; as well as substance misuse services for residents of Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£33,262 to £36,027 a year per annum inclusive of HCAs

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-CLI-7910900-A

Job locations

Bethlem Royal Hospital

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical

To work as an integrated member of the multidisciplinary team by contributing to a programme of therapeutic activities that support a person centred and recovery focused approach to an individuals care and treatment during admission.

To provide individual occupational interventions detailed within an occupationally focused and/or activity-based care plan using specialist technical and engagement skills under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist.

To inform and assist with the development of occupationally focused and/or activity-based care plans.

Documentation

• To provide comprehensive written summary within clinical on a persons progress during their admission based on observation and feedback obtained from the service user and others.
• To communicate, written and verbally, with external agencies and stakeholders as delegated by the qualified Occupational Therapist

Leadership, supervision and appraisal

In line with Trust guidelines to hold a high degree of self-awareness and be able to reflect on own clinical practice and performance via regular supervision, annual appraisal, reflective practice sessions and informal supports as required.

To act as a source of support for colleagues, students, sessional workers and volunteers to ensure a safe and effective service is provided.

Training staff and students

To participate in training and development priorities and opportunities specialist within the service as required.

To develop competencies in training and other health and safety requirements aligned to the role, as delegated by the qualified Occupational Therapist or ward teams.

Service development and delivery

• To ensure that areas are well maintained, kept and comply with health and safety guidelines, ensuring the safe use of equipment and storage of materials.
• To provide treatment in an environment where security and safety procedures must be strictly adhered to and ensure that legal restrictions associated with the mental health act are incorporated into activity provision

Clinical governance, quality, standards

• To participate in clinical governance and quality improvement projects as allocated by the lead Occupational Therapist and ward teams
• To comply with all Trust policies.

Line management, staff, budgets dept

• Must be prepared to work some evenings/weekends if required
• To maintain stock and advise on resources necessary to carry out the job.

Research and development

As part of a team, incorporate up-to-date techniques and ideas of positive practice into your programme

To participate in audit and evaluation activities as agreed with your supervisor.

Training and Development

To undertake mandatory and statutory training as required by Trust policy including computing skills, group skills, food handling and Seni Lewis training skills within 12 months of appointment.

To contribute and commit to undertaking an annual appraisal.

Job description Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Clinical To work as an integrated member of the multidisciplinary team by contributing to a programme of therapeutic activities that support a person centred and recovery focused approach to an individuals care and treatment during admission. To provide individual occupational interventions detailed within an occupationally focused and/or activity-based care plan using specialist technical and engagement skills under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist. To inform and assist with the development of occupationally focused and/or activity-based care plans. Documentation To provide comprehensive written summary within clinical on a persons progress during their admission based on observation and feedback obtained from the service user and others. To communicate, written and verbally, with external agencies and stakeholders as delegated by the qualified Occupational Therapist Leadership, supervision and appraisal In line with Trust guidelines to hold a high degree of self-awareness and be able to reflect on own clinical practice and performance via regular supervision, annual appraisal, reflective practice sessions and informal supports as required. To act as a source of support for colleagues, students, sessional workers and volunteers to ensure a safe and effective service is provided. Training staff and students To participate in training and development priorities and opportunities specialist within the service as required. To develop competencies in training and other health and safety requirements aligned to the role, as delegated by the qualified Occupational Therapist or ward teams. Service development and delivery To ensure that areas are well maintained, kept and comply with health and safety guidelines, ensuring the safe use of equipment and storage of materials. To provide treatment in an environment where security and safety procedures must be strictly adhered to and ensure that legal restrictions associated with the mental health act are incorporated into activity provision Clinical governance, quality, standards To participate in clinical governance and quality improvement projects as allocated by the lead Occupational Therapist and ward teams To comply with all Trust policies. Line management, staff, budgets dept Must be prepared to work some evenings/weekends if required To maintain stock and advise on resources necessary to carry out the job. Research and development As part of a team, incorporate up-to-date techniques and ideas of positive practice into your programme To participate in audit and evaluation activities as agreed with your supervisor. Training and Development To undertake mandatory and statutory training as required by Trust policy including computing skills, group skills, food handling and Seni Lewis training skills within 12 months of appointment. To contribute and commit to undertaking an annual appraisal.

Person Specification

Qualfications

Essential

• Health and social care related qualification above basic level e.g. City & Guilds final certificate, NVQ 3 or 4, Diploma or Degree
• Evidence of continuing professional and personal development

Desirable

• Further education qualification in health / mental health related subject
• Any relevant therapies qualification e.g. creative arts

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in education/mental health/social care setting
• Working with people with mental health problems and complex needs
• Experience of working with and/or understanding of Occupational Therapy

Desirable

• Experience in working with service users with forensic history

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people who experience mental health problems
• An understanding of the needs of service users from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds
• Ability to teach practical skills to service users.
• Understanding of professional conduct/ boundaries
• Ability to work independently of direct supervision in clinical areas and in community settings

Desirable

• Positive interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop practical solutions to problems that may arise.
• Understanding of professional conduct/ boundaries
• Ability to use own initiative and lone work as per policy
• Understanding of professional conduct.

Other

Essential

• Willingness to develop and advance own learning
• Able to work flexibly including some evening and weekend work and be open to new ideas and new ways of working
• Good time management skills
• Personal resilience
• To be able to participate in full 5-day Seni Lewis training (physical demand)

Person Specification Qualfications Essential Health and social care related qualification above basic level e.g. City & Guilds final certificate, NVQ 3 or 4, Diploma or Degree Evidence of continuing professional and personal development Desirable Further education qualification in health / mental health related subject Any relevant therapies qualification e.g. creative arts Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of working in education/mental health/social care setting Working with people with mental health problems and complex needs Experience of working with and/or understanding of Occupational Therapy Desirable Experience in working with service users with forensic history Knowledge Essential An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people who experience mental health problems An understanding of the needs of service users from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds Ability to teach practical skills to service users. Understanding of professional conduct/ boundaries Ability to work independently of direct supervision in clinical areas and in community settings Desirable Positive interpersonal skills. Ability to develop practical solutions to problems that may arise. Understanding of professional conduct/ boundaries Ability to use own initiative and lone work as per policy Understanding of professional conduct. Other Essential Willingness to develop and advance own learning Able to work flexibly including some evening and weekend work and be open to new ideas and new ways of working Good time management skills Personal resilience To be able to participate in full 5-day Seni Lewis training (physical demand)

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bethlem Royal Hospital

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bethlem Royal Hospital

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note this position is advertised as an opportunity for either a Consultant Grade (4 PAs) or an Agenda for Change Grade (0.4 WTE Band 8c) to encompass the prospect of applications from differing professional backgrounds and has therefore been advertised in both Medical and AfC TRAC systems.

The post is for 1-year secondment (opportunity for fixed term contract).

Are you an experienced, passionate, and dynamic senior clinician looking to lead transformational change in Adult Eating Disorder (AED) services? We have an exciting opportunity within the South London Partnership AED Provider Collaborative for a Clinical Director to lead a high-impact programme that transforms AED services in South London, improving patient experience and outcomes.

Main duties of the job

As the Clinical Director of the Adult Eating Disorders Provider Collaborative, the post holder will work as part of a dynamic team leading the development of services as part of the South London Mental Health and Community Partnership (SLP).

The Clinical Director will provide senior strategic clinical leadership to the AED Provider Collaborative, overseeing the clinical aspects of its development driving innovation and service development.

Working alongside senior leaders, the Clinical Director will shape the future of south London AED services by:

• Leading the development of an integrated AED pathway across community, day services, and inpatient care.
• Addressing health inequalities and enhancing clinical delivery.
• Ensuring service user and carer involvement in programme development.

Applications are welcome from senior clinicians from all professional backgrounds. You should have:

• A strong background in clinical leadership and service transformation.
• Experience working collaboratively across organisations.
• A passion for improving patient care and reducing health inequalities
• The ability to establish new projects and initiatives effectively

About us

The South London Mental Health and Community Partnership (SLP):

The SLP is a collaboration between Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, (Oxleas) South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, (SLaM), and South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust (SWLSTG) between them delivering mental health services to a population of more than three million people. The partnership brings together clinical expertise, experience, and innovation, aiming to improve quality, use resources most effectively, and deliver best practice consistently to all patients. Since its inception, the SLP has been a resilient and effective partnership that has improved patient experience, introduced innovation, and developed new services across the 12 boroughs of south London.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8c

Salary

£82,462 to £93,773 a year pro rata , inc of HCA

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

334-NUR-8306505-LF

Job locations

SLP Central Hub, Old Lewisham Town Hall

1 Catford Road

London

SE6 4RU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description and person spec for detailed information on main responsibilities.

Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and person spec for detailed information on main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health/Learning Disability Nurse or other registered social care Qualification, or Post graduate doctoral qualification in clinical psychology (or equivalent), orA nationally recognised Psychotherapy training / Registered and accredited with Health Care Professional Council (HCPC)
• Live registration
• Management and/or leadership experience

Desirable

• Quality Improvement qualification

Experience

Essential

• Holds a senior clinical role within one of the partner organisations in an adult eating disorder clinical service, with a track record of leading these services and embedding change
• Experience of policy, guideline setting, strategy and clinical pathway development
• Change management experience related to the planning and delivery of work in a clinical setting
• Active experience leading and delivering quality improvement in a clinical setting
• Experience of collaborative working as part of a senior management team and working across complex health, social and criminal justice systems (where relevant)
• Experience of holding and handling communications with a wide range of stakeholders, including media
• Experience in a senior management role
• Track record in leading clinical staff through complex health transformation projects
• Experience in engaging a wide range of stakeholders including a variety of provider organisations and commissioners, local authorities and private sector groups
• Experience of working in an adult eating disorders clinical service

Desirable

• Experience of working at Trust Board level or equivalent
• Experience of leading pan- Trust lead role for specific responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Understanding of the evidence base and NICE guidance relevant to the SLP Clinical Programme
• Information skill: able to critique and interpret aggregate information, based on an understanding of clinical, data and information processes and analytical skills
• High level influencing and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• High level presentation skills
• Experienced in managing change across teams and in a multi-professional environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with clinicians, carers and service users to improve outcomes for the patients
• Resilient: able to cope with difficult interpersonal situations, competing demands and tight timescales
• Passionate about patient safety
• Credible in multi- professional environment
• Approachable
• Ability to work and liaise with individuals and groups at a wide variety of levels and profession

Desirable

• Understanding of the local, regional and national commissioning environment and standards expected by commissioners
• Attained national Clinical Safety training for clinicians

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Mental Health/Learning Disability Nurse or other registered social care Qualification, or Post graduate doctoral qualification in clinical psychology (or equivalent), orA nationally recognised Psychotherapy training / Registered and accredited with Health Care Professional Council (HCPC) Live registration Management and/or leadership experience Desirable Quality Improvement qualification Experience Essential Holds a senior clinical role within one of the partner organisations in an adult eating disorder clinical service, with a track record of leading these services and embedding change Experience of policy, guideline setting, strategy and clinical pathway development Change management experience related to the planning and delivery of work in a clinical setting Active experience leading and delivering quality improvement in a clinical setting Experience of collaborative working as part of a senior management team and working across complex health, social and criminal justice systems (where relevant) Experience of holding and handling communications with a wide range of stakeholders, including media Experience in a senior management role Track record in leading clinical staff through complex health transformation projects Experience in engaging a wide range of stakeholders including a variety of provider organisations and commissioners, local authorities and private sector groups Experience of working in an adult eating disorders clinical service Desirable Experience of working at Trust Board level or equivalent Experience of leading pan- Trust lead role for specific responsibilities Knowledge/Skills Essential Understanding of the evidence base and NICE guidance relevant to the SLP Clinical Programme Information skill: able to critique and interpret aggregate information, based on an understanding of clinical, data and information processes and analytical skills High level influencing and negotiation skills Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing High level presentation skills Experienced in managing change across teams and in a multi-professional environment Ability to work collaboratively with clinicians, carers and service users to improve outcomes for the patients Resilient: able to cope with difficult interpersonal situations, competing demands and tight timescales Passionate about patient safety Credible in multi- professional environment Approachable Ability to work and liaise with individuals and groups at a wide variety of levels and profession Desirable Understanding of the local, regional and national commissioning environment and standards expected by commissioners Attained national Clinical Safety training for clinicians

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

SLP Central Hub, Old Lewisham Town Hall

1 Catford Road

London

SE6 4RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

SLP Central Hub, Old Lewisham Town Hall

1 Catford Road

London

SE6 4RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a qualified lawyer or experienced paralegal looking for an opportunity to use your legal expertise on challenging, complex and highly sensitive cases?

This is an opportunity to join our Legal Services team in a senior role where you will have significant responsibility for managing a varied caseload and providing specialist legal advice across a range of matters. You will work on complex clinical negligence and liability claims, inquests and other legal and regulatory proceedings, often involving multiple and competing legal, clinical and reputational considerations.

You will work with senior clinicians and managers, external solicitors and counsel, NHS Resolution and HM Coroner, providing trusted legal advice and ensuring the Trust's interests are appropriately represented.

This role offers the opportunity to develop your legal career within a specialist NHS environment, gaining substantial experience of complex litigation, coronial processes and legal risk within one of the UK's leading mental health providers.

Main duties of the job

You will take a senior role in the management of complex legal cases, exercising professional judgment and working with a high degree of autonomy.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing a varied caseload of clinical negligence, employer's and public liability claims and other legal matters.

Leading the Trust's response to complex, sensitive and high-profile inquests.

Preparing and reviewing legal and witness documentation and supporting witnesses through the coronial process.

Attending pre-inquest reviews and inquest hearings, representing the Trust where required.

Advising senior staff on liability, causation, quantum, disclosure, legal process and risk.

Working closely with external solicitors, counsel, NHS Resolution and HM Coroner.

Managing matters where multiple legal and regulatory processes intersect.

Identifying legal and reputational risk and advising on appropriate mitigation.

Contributing to legal learning, governance and risk management across the Trust.

Supporting colleagues with complex Court of Protection, Mental Health Act, safeguarding, data protection, Family and Criminal Court matters.

Providing supervision and guidance to colleagues and deputising for the Legal Services Manager when required.

About us

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's leading mental health providers, with an international reputation for the quality of its services, research and training.

Our Legal Services team operates in a uniquely complex legal environment. The breadth of the Trust's services means that our lawyers and legal professionals encounter challenging issues spanning clinical negligence, coronial law, mental health and capacity law, safeguarding, information governance, regulatory matters and litigation.

This role provides the opportunity to work closely with senior clinical and corporate colleagues and external legal professionals, while developing an in-depth understanding of the legal and regulatory issues facing a major mental health provider.

You will be supported to develop your professional expertise and will have access to learning and development opportunities. Our links with King's Health Partners, King's College London and the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience provide an additional opportunity to work within a leading academic and research environment.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year Per Annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NCL-8275673-MU

Job locations

Royal Bethlem

Beckenham

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a role for a legally minded professional who enjoys getting to grips with complex cases, analysing evidence and providing clear, pragmatic legal advice.

You will manage cases from initial notification through to resolution, working with NHS Resolution, external solicitors and counsel as appropriate. You will analyse complex information from multiple sources, identify legal and reputational risks and ensure the Trusts position is properly considered and represented.

You will have a particularly important role in complex inquests, including liaising with HM Coroner, preparing evidence and witnesses, attending hearings and advising the Trust on emerging issues and risks.

The role also provides exposure to a broad range of legal work, including Court of Protection, Mental Health Act, safeguarding, data protection, Family and Criminal Court matters and complex complaints.

You will contribute to the Trusts legal risk management and learning from claims and inquests, as well as developing guidance and delivering training to colleagues.

We are looking for someone with significant relevant legal experience and strong analytical, drafting and case-management skills. A legal qualification and current practising certificate as a solicitor or other regulated legal professional would be desirable. Experience of complex claims, inquests or working within a mental health or NHS environment would be an advantage.

Job description Job responsibilities This is a role for a legally minded professional who enjoys getting to grips with complex cases, analysing evidence and providing clear, pragmatic legal advice. You will manage cases from initial notification through to resolution, working with NHS Resolution, external solicitors and counsel as appropriate. You will analyse complex information from multiple sources, identify legal and reputational risks and ensure the Trusts position is properly considered and represented. You will have a particularly important role in complex inquests, including liaising with HM Coroner, preparing evidence and witnesses, attending hearings and advising the Trust on emerging issues and risks. The role also provides exposure to a broad range of legal work, including Court of Protection, Mental Health Act, safeguarding, data protection, Family and Criminal Court matters and complex complaints. You will contribute to the Trusts legal risk management and learning from claims and inquests, as well as developing guidance and delivering training to colleagues. We are looking for someone with significant relevant legal experience and strong analytical, drafting and case-management skills. A legal qualification and current practising certificate as a solicitor or other regulated legal professional would be desirable. Experience of complex claims, inquests or working within a mental health or NHS environment would be an advantage.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oEducated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• oEvidence of continuing professional development.

Desirable

• oRegistered solicitor or other regulated legal professional with a current practising certificate and good standing with the relevant professional body.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working in claims, inquests, legal services, governance, risk management, patient safety, complaints or a related NHS setting.
• Experience of working with clinicians, senior managers, legal advisers and external agencies.
• Experience of drafting reports, statements, briefings and formal correspondence.
• Experience of managing competing deadlines and priorities.
• Experience of supporting staff involved in challenging or sensitive processes.

Desirable

• Experience of managing complex and sensitive cases.
• Experience of analysing information from multiple sources and identifying themes, risks and learning.
• Experience working with or for Mental Health providers

Knowledge

Essential

• oKnowledge of relevant legislation and guidance, including clinical negligence processes, coronial processes, data protection and disclosure requirements.
• oUnderstanding of NHS Resolution processes and requirements.
• oUnderstanding of the coronial process and the role of HM Coroner.
• oKnowledge of disclosure obligations and information governance requirements.

Desirable

• oUnderstanding of Duty of Candour and organisational learning from adverse events.
• oUnderstanding of NHS governance structures and patient safety frameworks.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oEducated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field. oEvidence of continuing professional development. Desirable oRegistered solicitor or other regulated legal professional with a current practising certificate and good standing with the relevant professional body. Experience Essential Significant experience working in claims, inquests, legal services, governance, risk management, patient safety, complaints or a related NHS setting. Experience of working with clinicians, senior managers, legal advisers and external agencies. Experience of drafting reports, statements, briefings and formal correspondence. Experience of managing competing deadlines and priorities. Experience of supporting staff involved in challenging or sensitive processes. Desirable Experience of managing complex and sensitive cases. Experience of analysing information from multiple sources and identifying themes, risks and learning. Experience working with or for Mental Health providers Knowledge Essential oKnowledge of relevant legislation and guidance, including clinical negligence processes, coronial processes, data protection and disclosure requirements. oUnderstanding of NHS Resolution processes and requirements. oUnderstanding of the coronial process and the role of HM Coroner. oKnowledge of disclosure obligations and information governance requirements. Desirable oUnderstanding of Duty of Candour and organisational learning from adverse events. oUnderstanding of NHS governance structures and patient safety frameworks.

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Bethlem

Beckenham

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Bethlem

Beckenham

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Previous applicants need not apply

This is an existing post for an experienced and charismatic leader with sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act who will be take on the overall management of a very busy Mental Health Act office and formidable staff. As a team manager you should have an in-depth understanding of the mental health law and its implementation as you are sometime the first post of call for advice from mental health professionals, nearest relatives. Due to challenges faced and the different roles and duties undertaken by the MHAO staff, the role requires someone who is disciplined, well organised and has the ability to engage in difficult conversations.

The team has recently adopted a new way of working following the centralisation of the four local offices into one location at the Maudsley hospital. The team comprises one Band 7, two Band 6s, four Band 5s and eight Band 4s covering the newly created functional workstreams responsible for receiving scrutinise patients detentions and consent, co-ordinating mental health tribunal and Associate Managers hearings. You will directly line-manage team leaders, who in turn manage Band 5/4 coordinators and you will be working alongside the Trust MCA lead and a B7 Service Level Agreement (SLA) support manager.

Main duties of the job

This role demands excellent verbal and written communication skills, as you will regularly engage with service users, carers, professionals, and external agencies, including solicitors and tribunal members. You will also contribute to the day-to-day supervision and appraisal of staff, as well as lead on the investigation of complaints and incidents.

You will need strong leadership abilities to effectively manage and support a team of experienced Mental Health Act Coordinators. As this is a high-performing team, you will be expected to maintain a positive, well-organised environment that supports both staff and the individuals who use our services, along with their carers and nearest relatives.

A solid understanding of clinical information systems is essential. You should be confident using databases, diaries, MHA deadline-tracking systems, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office applications. The ability to interpret data and reports is a key requirement, as you will be responsible for providing each directorate with accurate updates on their compliance with the Mental Health Act.

About us

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK as well as substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We work closely with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. There are very few organisations in the world that have such wide-ranging capabilities working with mental illness. Our scope is unique because it is built on three major foundations: care and treatment, science and research, and training.

SLaM employ around 5000 staff and serve a local population of 1.1 million people. We have more than 230 services including inpatient wards, outpatient and community services. Currently, provide inpatient care for approximately 5,300 people each year and treat more than 45,000 patients in the community in Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark; as well as substance misuse services for residents of Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£58,133 to £65,261 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NCL-8003535-MU-C

Job locations

Maudsley hospital

Maudsely Hospital

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description and person specification attached under documentation describes the role in detail.

Please note - Previous applicants need not apply

Job description Job responsibilities The job description and person specification attached under documentation describes the role in detail. Please note - Previous applicants need not apply

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current NMC First Level Nurse registration or degree level qualification in law or a health related or social sciences discipline
• Evidence of post graduate specialist training relevant to the role.

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification in a mental health law related course

Experience

Essential

• Significant clinical or management experience
• Providing professional supervision to experienced staff and resolving departmental and cross organisational disputes
• Project management skills
• Analysing complex set of data and accurately reporting findings
• Administrating and co-ordinating the application and documentation of the MHA

Desirable

• Experience of participating in and managing change and overseeing on going service development.

Knowledge

Essential

• Mental Health legislation
• QI methodology, root cause analysis, process mapping & redesign techniques
• Requirements of NHS trusts, NHSE/I, CQC in mental health act compliance
• Knowledge of current reforms proposed in the MHA and implications for MH service providers
• Ability to use Trust information systems and IT packages

Desirable

• Facilitate involvement of service users, carers and other professionals in audits

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current NMC First Level Nurse registration or degree level qualification in law or a health related or social sciences discipline Evidence of post graduate specialist training relevant to the role. Desirable Post graduate qualification in a mental health law related course Experience Essential Significant clinical or management experience Providing professional supervision to experienced staff and resolving departmental and cross organisational disputes Project management skills Analysing complex set of data and accurately reporting findings Administrating and co-ordinating the application and documentation of the MHA Desirable Experience of participating in and managing change and overseeing on going service development. Knowledge Essential Mental Health legislation QI methodology, root cause analysis, process mapping & redesign techniques Requirements of NHS trusts, NHSE/I, CQC in mental health act compliance Knowledge of current reforms proposed in the MHA and implications for MH service providers Ability to use Trust information systems and IT packages Desirable Facilitate involvement of service users, carers and other professionals in audits

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maudsley hospital

Maudsely Hospital

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maudsley hospital

Maudsely Hospital

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a newly qualified or experienced Registered Nurse seeking a rewarding challenge within a supportive, expert Multi-Disciplinary Team? The National Autism Unit (NAU) offers opportunity to develop specialist competencies in autistic spectrum disorders, supporting adults men through acute and complex recovery pathways.

The NAU is a specialist 15 bedded inpatient service that provides assessment and treatment to men with autism (ASD), offering support in regards:

• Comorbid mental illness associated with severe functional impairment
• Complexity and/or risk that necessitate an inpatient environment
• Expertise in adapting evidence-based treatments
• Expert care and treatment for complex presentations
• Comprehensive MDT assessment, diagnosis and formulation of developmental and mental health conditions. Incl. sensory and information processing factors associated with neurodiversity.
• Psychological interventions

What We Are Looking ForAcademic Qualifications (Essential):

BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing (or equivalent Level 6 degree), OR

Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) in Mental Health Nursing, OR

MSc / Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing (via an accredited graduate-entry program)

Professional Registration (Essential):

Active registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Council register as a Registered Nurse - Mental Health (Part 1)

Desirable Criteria:

Mentorship qualification

Evidence of post-registration training (e.g., CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care)

Main duties of the job

As a Registered Nurse your role encompasses the direct care of service users on the ward as well as the co-ordination of care given by colleagues. You will need to be responsive and adaptive to the wards needs with a strong ability to engage with service users and their families. Alongside the multi-disciplinary team, you will be expected to develop individualized, recovery focused plans and ensure best practice to comply with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) code of professional conduct. There is a strong emphasis on communication, an openness to learn and reflect and to have a proactive engagement work style, with a commitment to supporting the team.

The main duties of your role will include holding the position of Nurse in Charge on shift as well as completing; dynamic and individualised risk assessments and management of risk incidences, clinical handovers and planning, leadership and decision making, safe medication management, communication and team working and the supervision and support of junior staff where required.

About us

SLaM has the largest and most specialised NAU services in the country and is on the forefront of personalised support for Adults with comorbid presentation of autistic spectrum disorder and enduring Mental Health Needs. We pride ourselves in delivering personalised support to service users and their families / carers.

We are currently recruiting for The National Autism Unit (NAU) at the Bethlem Royal Hospital.

We are committed to ensuring our staff get the most out of their benefits package and understand the importance of a healthy work life balance. There is an extensive range of excellent benefits for you and your family. We want you to feel like you are part of a close knit team at SLaM. It's important to us that you valued and appreciated and that is why we have a comprehensive benefits package on offer

Some of our benefits are highlighted here:

Generous pay, pensions and leave, we offer a comprehensive pay, pensions and leave package which is dependent on the role and length of service.

Work life balance, flexible working and support a range of flexible options.

Career development, There are plenty of opportunities to progress your career and we support your development through a number of programmes such as mentoring, coaching, positive people management, collective leadership and other talent programmes

Accommodation, our staff benefits from keyworker housing available which is available on selected sites

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£36,943 to £44,900 a year per annum plus HCAS (outer)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NUR-8281090-SG

Job locations

Witley 1 Ward

Bethlem Royal Hospital

Monks Orchard Road

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Carry out a full range of registered nurse duties, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patients condition and care. Maintain the privacy and dignity of all patients whilst adhering to Trust and department policies, reporting any difficulties with these duties to wider MDT.

2. Works without direct supervision.

3. Maintains a safe environment when caring for patients, including those patients requiring frequent levels of monitoring.

4. Monitors all patient care and treatment, maintaining high standards and quality at all times.

5. Documents incidents on Datix in real time and escalated these to nurse in charge and is area of trust risk management and how to raise concerns policies

6. Is able to prioritise nursing care, recognise deterioration in a patients condition

7. Maintains accurate, contemporaneous and legible written records of care.

8. Uses effective communication, written and verbal with all levels of staff including the multidisciplinary team, patients and relatives.

9. Adheres to the agreed procedures as identified, and promotes by example, a high standard of good quality nursing care in the department.

10. Fosters good relationships with other departments, the multidisciplinary team and visitors to the unit. Helps to achieve and maintain morale for both staff and patients.

11. Participates in the health education and explanation of treatment to patients and relatives

12. Adheres to the Trusts dress code policy.

13. Responsible as a trained nurse for the control and administration of drugs within the regulations outlined in SLaMs Medicine Policy and the NMC and completes the medication competency

14. Participates in ward projects, enhancing the standards of care.

15. Contribute to the learning environment conducive for nursing students and other staff in training.

16.. Attend all Mandatory training and ensure that updates are booked in a timely fashion and agreed by the Ward Manager

Job description Job responsibilities 1. Carry out a full range of registered nurse duties, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patients condition and care. Maintain the privacy and dignity of all patients whilst adhering to Trust and department policies, reporting any difficulties with these duties to wider MDT. 2. Works without direct supervision. 3. Maintains a safe environment when caring for patients, including those patients requiring frequent levels of monitoring. 4. Monitors all patient care and treatment, maintaining high standards and quality at all times. 5. Documents incidents on Datix in real time and escalated these to nurse in charge and is area of trust risk management and how to raise concerns policies 6. Is able to prioritise nursing care, recognise deterioration in a patients condition 7. Maintains accurate, contemporaneous and legible written records of care. 8. Uses effective communication, written and verbal with all levels of staff including the multidisciplinary team, patients and relatives. 9. Adheres to the agreed procedures as identified, and promotes by example, a high standard of good quality nursing care in the department. 10. Fosters good relationships with other departments, the multidisciplinary team and visitors to the unit. Helps to achieve and maintain morale for both staff and patients. 11. Participates in the health education and explanation of treatment to patients and relatives 12. Adheres to the Trusts dress code policy. 13. Responsible as a trained nurse for the control and administration of drugs within the regulations outlined in SLaMs Medicine Policy and the NMC and completes the medication competency 14. Participates in ward projects, enhancing the standards of care. 15. Contribute to the learning environment conducive for nursing students and other staff in training. 16.. Attend all Mandatory training and ensure that updates are booked in a timely fashion and agreed by the Ward Manager

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Registered Adult Nurse and/or Registered Mental Health Nurse and/or Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse

Desirable

• Preceptorship training
• Practice Supervisor training

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of research-based/reflective practice, e.g. understanding and ability to use supervision to reflect on skills, attitude and knowledge and develop these by using evidence based practice.

Desirable

• Experience of shift co-ordination
• Experience of supervising and mentoring junior staff and students

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to provide quality care that is responsive to service user's needs, without close supervision.
• Resilient: able to cope with difficult interpersonal situations

Desirable

• Skilled in supervision of others, and in providing critical and constructive feedback

Other Requirements

Essential

• Empathy for Service Users including individuals who have experienced mental health problems.
• Loyal and able to advocate for and show pride in the work area and organization and demonstrates values of trust and NHS

Desirable

• Post-Registration / Continuing Professional Development:

Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Registered Adult Nurse and/or Registered Mental Health Nurse and/or Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse Desirable Preceptorship training Practice Supervisor training Experience and Knowledge Essential Experience of research-based/reflective practice, e.g. understanding and ability to use supervision to reflect on skills, attitude and knowledge and develop these by using evidence based practice. Desirable Experience of shift co-ordination Experience of supervising and mentoring junior staff and students Skills & Abilities Essential Ability to provide quality care that is responsive to service user's needs, without close supervision. Resilient: able to cope with difficult interpersonal situations Desirable Skilled in supervision of others, and in providing critical and constructive feedback Other Requirements Essential Empathy for Service Users including individuals who have experienced mental health problems. Loyal and able to advocate for and show pride in the work area and organization and demonstrates values of trust and NHS Desirable Post-Registration / Continuing Professional Development:

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Witley 1 Ward

Bethlem Royal Hospital

Monks Orchard Road

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Witley 1 Ward

Bethlem Royal Hospital

Monks Orchard Road

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated and enthusiastic person to work as a Senior Service Administrator to support the Coast Team, at Queens Resource Centre, Croydon.

The post holder will be part of an administrative team, responsible for providing a comprehensive administrative support to the multi-disciplinary clinical team and working closely with the Community Admin Lead to ensure administrative processes are operating effectively and efficiently to required standards.

Main duties of the job

This is a challenging role working within an extremely busy office and it is therefore important that you are enthusiastic, motivated and able to workunder pressure. You must be able to demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Excellent organisational, communication, and time-management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel, and experience working in a busy office environment.
• Enthusiastic, motivated, and committed to delivering a high-quality service and making a positive difference.

About us

The Team:This is a multi-disciplinary team of mental health practitioners including psychiatrists, nurses, occupational therapists, psychologists, social workers, mental health advisors, employment specialists and support workers supporting people experiencing serious mental illness.

Generous pay, pensions and leave,we offer a comprehensive pay, pensions and leave package which is dependent on the role and length of service.

Career development,there are plenty of opportunities to progress your career and we support your development through a number of programmes such as mentoring, coaching, positive people management, collective leadership and other talent programmes

NHS discounts,with discounts up to 10% from a variety of well-known retail brands though Health Service Discounts website.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£33,262 to £36,027 a year Per Annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NCL-8039330-MU

Job locations

Queens Resource Centre

66a Queens Road

Croydon

CR0 2PR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide administrative and secretarial support to all members of the Multidisciplinary Community Mental Health Team. This will include diary management, minute taking, typing letters and reports, scanning, distributing post, photocopying, sending faxes and e-mails.

Ensure that all clinical letters and reports are typed and despatched promptly, taking follow up action where necessary. This will include generating own correspondence, screening the post and undertaking intermediary action in the absence of MDT staff.

Implement and maintain an overall management system of paper and electronic media for the office, including developing and maintaining an effective bring forward system.

To be the main point of contact for the Team Manager and/or Consultant Psychiatrist.

To deal professionally with telephone enquiries, using initiative to take follow up action when appropriate and help to reassure patients, who can be distressed and confused, in a tactful manner.

To be responsible for ensuring referrals are passed to the duty officer, using agreed criteria, to ensure their prompt attention by and allocation to the appropriate member of staff.

Ensure patient's case notes within the electronic Patient Journey System (ePJS) are kept up to date, and that a paper-light ethos is maintained within the team.

Record referrals and contacts made by clinical staff. Create/amend entries and record all correspondence on ePJS and extract information as and when required.

Organise appointments and transport for patients.

To organise monthly team Business meetings, taking and circulating minutes and agendas to members of the team.

To ensure administrative cover for annual leave/study leave.

To provide cover for other administrative staff within the service during periods of absence.

Undertake any other reasonable duties as negotiated with the Team Manager and Admin Lead.

To work in accordance with the Directorate Administration Operational Policy.

Job description Job responsibilities To provide administrative and secretarial support to all members of the Multidisciplinary Community Mental Health Team. This will include diary management, minute taking, typing letters and reports, scanning, distributing post, photocopying, sending faxes and e-mails. Ensure that all clinical letters and reports are typed and despatched promptly, taking follow up action where necessary. This will include generating own correspondence, screening the post and undertaking intermediary action in the absence of MDT staff. Implement and maintain an overall management system of paper and electronic media for the office, including developing and maintaining an effective bring forward system. To be the main point of contact for the Team Manager and/or Consultant Psychiatrist. To deal professionally with telephone enquiries, using initiative to take follow up action when appropriate and help to reassure patients, who can be distressed and confused, in a tactful manner. To be responsible for ensuring referrals are passed to the duty officer, using agreed criteria, to ensure their prompt attention by and allocation to the appropriate member of staff. Ensure patient's case notes within the electronic Patient Journey System (ePJS) are kept up to date, and that a paper-light ethos is maintained within the team. Record referrals and contacts made by clinical staff. Create/amend entries and record all correspondence on ePJS and extract information as and when required. Organise appointments and transport for patients. To organise monthly team Business meetings, taking and circulating minutes and agendas to members of the team. To ensure administrative cover for annual leave/study leave. To provide cover for other administrative staff within the service during periods of absence. Undertake any other reasonable duties as negotiated with the Team Manager and Admin Lead. To work in accordance with the Directorate Administration Operational Policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education including English and Mathematics achieving grades A-C.
• Good written communication skills (A) (I) (T)

Desirable

• Secretarial qualification or demonstrable experience of 2 years or more

Experience

Essential

• Previous demonstrable administrative experience supporting senior staff in a complex organisation (A)
• Previous demonstrable experience of working to tight deadlines (A) (I) (T)
• Previous experience of handling confidential information (A) (T)
• Previous demonstrable experience of developing and implementing administrative systems (A) (I) (T)
• Previous demonstrable experience of effectively collecting and presenting complex data/information (A) (I) (T)

Desirable

• Experience of working in an NHS environment, in a framework of confidentiality, ideally in a community mental health team setting (A/I)
• Knowledge and understanding of the Electronic Patient Journey System (ePJS) (A/I)

Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Intermediate skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook (A) (I) (T)
• Diary Management
• Minute taking/action logs (A) (T)
• Ability work using your own initiative and unsupervised (A) (I)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of general education including English and Mathematics achieving grades A-C. Good written communication skills (A) (I) (T) Desirable Secretarial qualification or demonstrable experience of 2 years or more Experience Essential Previous demonstrable administrative experience supporting senior staff in a complex organisation (A) Previous demonstrable experience of working to tight deadlines (A) (I) (T) Previous experience of handling confidential information (A) (T) Previous demonstrable experience of developing and implementing administrative systems (A) (I) (T) Previous demonstrable experience of effectively collecting and presenting complex data/information (A) (I) (T) Desirable Experience of working in an NHS environment, in a framework of confidentiality, ideally in a community mental health team setting (A/I) Knowledge and understanding of the Electronic Patient Journey System (ePJS) (A/I) Knowledge/Skills Essential Intermediate skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook (A) (I) (T) Diary Management Minute taking/action logs (A) (T) Ability work using your own initiative and unsupervised (A) (I)

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queens Resource Centre

66a Queens Road

Croydon

CR0 2PR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queens Resource Centre

66a Queens Road

Croydon

CR0 2PR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The post holder leads on contracts assurance, governance, performance management and compliance within Capital, Estates and Facilities Directorate. The role provides specialist advice to senior managers on estates and facilities contracts performance, risk management and governance frameworks. They will work closely with Technical and operational colleagues to provide meaningful insight from performance data, helping identify variation, drive improvement, and enhance quality of Estates Contracts across the organisation. The postholder will also support contractual performance monitoring, assurance processes, and service development.They will also support the development and monitoring of internal and external KPIs, identify underperformance, support resolution processes, and contribute to continuous improvement across services. The role includes coordinating contract meetings with key service providers, service-level agreements (SLAs), and procurement oversight, with responsibility for ensuring compliance with NHS governance standards

Main duties of the job

The post holder will lead on contracts assurance, governance, performance management and compliance across the Capital Estates and Facilities Directorate. You will work closely with operational, technical and corporate colleagues to provide strategic oversight of contracts performance, compliance monitoring, risk management and assurance frameworks and report to the Senior Manager for Compliance and Technical Assurance.

You will:

• Lead operational contract management and supplier performance monitoring, ensuring key contractors deliver services in line with contractual requirements and agreed KPIs.
• Develop and maintain governance, assurance and reporting frameworks that provide meaningful performance insight and support informed decision-making.
• Lead the development of performance dashboards, compliance reports and assurance systems across Estates and Facilities services.
• Act as the Directorate lead for assurance reporting relating to PAM, ERIC, PLACE, CQC and statutory compliance requirements.
• Provide specialist advice on contract governance, procurement, financial performance, risk management and service improvement.
• Lead assurance reviews, compliance audits and supplier performance evaluations, identifying opportunities for service enhancement and operational efficiencies.
• Support procurement and tender processes, contract renewals, commercial reviews and strategic planning across the Directorate.

About us

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK as well as substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We work closely with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. There are very few organisations in the world that have such wide-ranging capabilities working with mental illness. Our scope is unique because it is built on three major foundations: care and treatment, science and research, and training.The Trust employ around 5000 staff and serve a local population of 1.1 million people. We have more than 230 services including inpatient wards, outpatient and community services. Currently, provide inpatient care for approximately 5,300 people each year and treat more than 45,000 patients in the community in Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark; as well as substance misuse services for residents of Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich.By coming to work at our Trust, you will gain experience of being part of an organisation with a rich history and international reputation in mental health care. You will have access to professional development and learning opportunities and have the chance to work alongside people who are world leaders in their field.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NCL-8285360-MU

Job locations

Maudsley Hospital

Maudsley Hospital, Denmark Hill, Camberwell, SE5 8AZ

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Lead on operational contract management, ensuring third-party suppliers (e.g., Ascom, maintenance providers, estates contractors) deliver services in line with performance standards.Responsible for operational contract management of key service providers (e.g., Ascom, maintenance contracts, and digital systems), ensuring high-quality service delivery.Lead on the development of and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), participate in audits, and promote staff training.Maintain the contract register and ensure key milestones (renewals, break clauses, KPIs) are tracked and acted upon.Coordinate routine performance reviews with suppliers against SLAs, capturing actions, risks and improvement plans.Contribute to directorate planning cycles and strategic decision making by providing expert advice on contract performance, risks and future service requirementsCollate and benchmark pricing where appropriate and escalate commercial risks promptly.Support preparation of tender documentation and evaluation, working with Procurement; participate as a panel member as required.

Please see Job description

Job description Job responsibilities Lead on operational contract management, ensuring third-party suppliers (e.g., Ascom, maintenance providers, estates contractors) deliver services in line with performance standards.Responsible for operational contract management of key service providers (e.g., Ascom, maintenance contracts, and digital systems), ensuring high-quality service delivery.Lead on the development of and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), participate in audits, and promote staff training.Maintain the contract register and ensure key milestones (renewals, break clauses, KPIs) are tracked and acted upon.Coordinate routine performance reviews with suppliers against SLAs, capturing actions, risks and improvement plans.Contribute to directorate planning cycles and strategic decision making by providing expert advice on contract performance, risks and future service requirementsCollate and benchmark pricing where appropriate and escalate commercial risks promptly.Support preparation of tender documentation and evaluation, working with Procurement; participate as a panel member as required. Please see Job description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Estates Management, Facilities Management, Building Surveying, Engineering, Business Management, Contract Management, or related discipline. (A)
• Evidence of continuing professional development. (A, I)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting skills (A)

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification, specialist management qualification, or equivalent experience in Estates, Facilities, Procurement, Contract Management or Governance (A)
• Project management (e.g., PRINCE2) and/or CIPS Level 4 or equivalent (A)
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) (A)
• IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH (A)
• Membership of relevant professional body (A)

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience of operational contract management including KPIs/SLAs, supplier meetings and performance improvement. (A, I)
• Experience of monitoring budgets, invoice/PO workflows and supporting financial forecasting. (A, I)
• Experience producing performance dashboards, reports and audit evidence (A, I)

Desirable

• Experience in NHS Estates & Facilities or similar regulated environment; familiarity with CAFM/contract systems. (A, I) o
• Understanding of NHS estates and facilities business operations, (A, I)

Knowledge And Skills

Essential

• Working knowledge of NHS procurement/SFIs or equivalent public sector rules. (A, I)
• Strong analytical skills; able to interpret data and present clear insights and recommendations. (A, I)
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, influencing and written communication (A, I)
• o Ability to plan and organise a range of activities, balance competing priorities and meet deadlines (A, I)

Desirable

• Awareness of sustainability/Green Plan expectations in Estates & Facilities. (A, I)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Estates Management, Facilities Management, Building Surveying, Engineering, Business Management, Contract Management, or related discipline. (A) Evidence of continuing professional development. (A, I) Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting skills (A) Desirable Postgraduate qualification, specialist management qualification, or equivalent experience in Estates, Facilities, Procurement, Contract Management or Governance (A) Project management (e.g., PRINCE2) and/or CIPS Level 4 or equivalent (A) Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) (A) IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH (A) Membership of relevant professional body (A) Experience Essential Substantial experience of operational contract management including KPIs/SLAs, supplier meetings and performance improvement. (A, I) Experience of monitoring budgets, invoice/PO workflows and supporting financial forecasting. (A, I) Experience producing performance dashboards, reports and audit evidence (A, I) Desirable Experience in NHS Estates & Facilities or similar regulated environment; familiarity with CAFM/contract systems. (A, I) o Understanding of NHS estates and facilities business operations, (A, I) Knowledge And Skills Essential Working knowledge of NHS procurement/SFIs or equivalent public sector rules. (A, I) Strong analytical skills; able to interpret data and present clear insights and recommendations. (A, I) Excellent stakeholder engagement, influencing and written communication (A, I) o Ability to plan and organise a range of activities, balance competing priorities and meet deadlines (A, I) Desirable Awareness of sustainability/Green Plan expectations in Estates & Facilities. (A, I)

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).

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Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maudsley Hospital

Maudsley Hospital, Denmark Hill, Camberwell, SE5 8AZ

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maudsley Hospital

Maudsley Hospital, Denmark Hill, Camberwell, SE5 8AZ

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The post holder will be responsible for supporting the Trust's Strategy & Transformation directorate. The team provides transformation leadership and delivery support to the Trust, through close working with operational and clinical leaders to design, deliver and embed transformational changes that improve quality, safety, experience, outcomes and value. It supports delivery across all directorates and corporate functions, translating strategic priorities into practical, measurable improvements.

Main duties of the job

The Assistant Transformation Manager will play a key role in supporting the delivery and implementation of:

• Stategic and transformation workstreams
• Service redesign and pathways development internally and externally with partners
• Stakeholder engagement across neighbourhood
• Change management activities to embed new ways of working
• Benefits realisation, performance insight, KPI and quality assurance procedures

This is a key supporting role for the effective running of the team, contributing to the coordination and facilitation of crucial programme meetings and management. The post holder will ensure actions are delivered, projects are tracked, milestones are met, and escalations are in place when there is a variance to plan. The post holder will have current experience and working knowledge of project and programme management tools and techniques, a strong track record in stakeholder engagement, and the ability to work to tight deadlines.

The post holder will report to the Head of Change and Transformation while working closely with directorate leadership teams and corporate functions and with external partners and stakeholders on delivery of projects

The post-holder will be expected to appropriately manage confidential information, exercise discretion, and uphold high professional and ethical standards at all times. We are looking for someone who is proactive, capable and has potential for further development.

About us

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK. We work closely with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. There are very few organisations in the world that have such wide-ranging capabilities working with mental illness. Our scope is unique because it is built on three major foundations: care and treatment, science and research, and training.

SLaM employ around 7000 staff and serve a local population of 1.1 million people. We have more than 230 services including inpatient wards, outpatient and community services. Currently, provide inpatient care for approximately 5,300 people each year and treat more than 45,000 patients in the community in Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark.

By coming to work at SLaM, you will gain experience of being part of an organisation with a rich history and international reputation in mental health care. You will have access to professional development and learning opportunities and have the chance to work alongside people who are world leaders in their field. S

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£47,951 to £56,863 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NCL-8224137-MU

Job locations

Maudsley Hospital

33334 Brixton road

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Transformation delivery:

• Support the Transformation team in the achievement of its objective to deliver the Community Care Development Programme, which aims to enhance the quality, safety and responsiveness of community mental health services.
• Coordination of Directorate steering groups, ensuring that highlight reports are completed and escalations brough to Trust wide governance groups.
• Supporting the operationalisation of Community Mental Health Centres across allocated Directorates. This will involve supporting collation of data, proposed goals and trajectories, Executive negotiation and tracking of milestones and improvements as appropriate
• Work with the Head of Change and Transformation to manage processes from a milestone perspective and ensure that the relevant escalation process is followed if schemes are not on track.
• Supporting project prioritisation process and monitoring resource matrix
• Coordination of Transformation Office to create a structured framework ensuring plans are clearly defined, measured, monitored, appropriately reported, and subsequently evaluated, and working with colleagues to translate lessons learnt into strategic plans as part of continuous quality improvement
• Assist with the preparation of presentations, reports and other documentations as required
• Liaise with stakeholders to obtain data/information in the required format and to ensure actions are completed in a timely manner, using influencing skills to ensure deadlines are met

Project and Programme Management:

• Contribution to development of overall programme management plans to support the coordination of programme and project activity
• Provide support to Head of Change and Transformation to help to develop, implement and monitor projects and resolve issues and ensure all project documentation is organised and maintained to a good standard
• Maintain and continuously improve the standard project documentation templates, policies and procedures ensuring version control is applied and stakeholders are using the current version.
• Carry out simple analyses of clinical/project data, including presenting data in a variety of formats
• Develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date reporting systems, including scorecards and checkpoint reports, updated regularly for performance reporting, and identify and escalate concerns about performance. This should include recommendations for improvement to systems as appropriate
• Assist with qualitative and quantitative evidence collection, analytical input and collation of relevant information/data for papers and report
• Undertake such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time and may reasonably be associated with the normal level of duties of the post.

Management and Leadership:

• Demonstrate leadership with regards to influencing and decision making to ensure that projects take an appropriate path including setting timescales and managing milestones
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams across departments and external organisations to provide guidance with regards to the management, progression and sustainability of the Community Care Development Programme.
• Work with Senior Managers across the Trust to support governance of the Programme. This will include supporting development of reporting plans, risks and issues logs and monthly dashboard reporting.
• Able to present (both formally and informally) to clinical teams/colleagues about the scope, content and timescales associated with the Strategy and the relevant Transformation projects.

Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management

• Proactively build relationships and work closely with a range of colleagues across the Trust to encourage collaborative working
• Communicate complex and sometimes conflicting or contentious information with a high level of sensitivity and diplomacy, including to audiences who may be challenging
• Develop robust relationships with key contacts and team members and proactively manage these relationships so contacts can count on reliable and knowledgeable support and information about the programme or other activities
• Provide a comprehensive level of knowledge about all aspects of the Community Care Development Programme and act as a helpful and approachable source of advice and guidance to all staff
• Facilitate and support meetings with a range of internal staff and external stakeholders
• Represent the Community Care Development Programme at meetings as and when required (both internal and external)

Financial Responsibilities

• Support judicious management of project budgets and monitoring expenditure, escalating concerns where appropriate
• Processing invoices and raising purchase orders

Other Duties

• Meet regularly with the Head of Change and Transformation with regards to programme activity
• Deputise as necessary for other members of the team
• Undertake ad-hoc projects and pieces of work as specified
• Assist the Head of Change and Transformation with events and event set up as appropriate
• Work flexibly to manage own workload in a busy environment, prioritising and competing deadlines across multiple workstreams
• Carry out other duties commensurate to the grade as and when necessary.

Job description Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Transformation delivery: Support the Transformation team in the achievement of its objective to deliver the Community Care Development Programme, which aims to enhance the quality, safety and responsiveness of community mental health services. Coordination of Directorate steering groups, ensuring that highlight reports are completed and escalations brough to Trust wide governance groups. Supporting the operationalisation of Community Mental Health Centres across allocated Directorates. This will involve supporting collation of data, proposed goals and trajectories, Executive negotiation and tracking of milestones and improvements as appropriate Work with the Head of Change and Transformation to manage processes from a milestone perspective and ensure that the relevant escalation process is followed if schemes are not on track. Supporting project prioritisation process and monitoring resource matrix Coordination of Transformation Office to create a structured framework ensuring plans are clearly defined, measured, monitored, appropriately reported, and subsequently evaluated, and working with colleagues to translate lessons learnt into strategic plans as part of continuous quality improvement Assist with the preparation of presentations, reports and other documentations as required Liaise with stakeholders to obtain data/information in the required format and to ensure actions are completed in a timely manner, using influencing skills to ensure deadlines are met Project and Programme Management: Contribution to development of overall programme management plans to support the coordination of programme and project activity Provide support to Head of Change and Transformation to help to develop, implement and monitor projects and resolve issues and ensure all project documentation is organised and maintained to a good standard Maintain and continuously improve the standard project documentation templates, policies and procedures ensuring version control is applied and stakeholders are using the current version. Carry out simple analyses of clinical/project data, including presenting data in a variety of formats Develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date reporting systems, including scorecards and checkpoint reports, updated regularly for performance reporting, and identify and escalate concerns about performance. This should include recommendations for improvement to systems as appropriate Assist with qualitative and quantitative evidence collection, analytical input and collation of relevant information/data for papers and report Undertake such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time and may reasonably be associated with the normal level of duties of the post. Management and Leadership: Demonstrate leadership with regards to influencing and decision making to ensure that projects take an appropriate path including setting timescales and managing milestones Work with multi-disciplinary teams across departments and external organisations to provide guidance with regards to the management, progression and sustainability of the Community Care Development Programme. Work with Senior Managers across the Trust to support governance of the Programme. This will include supporting development of reporting plans, risks and issues logs and monthly dashboard reporting. Able to present (both formally and informally) to clinical teams/colleagues about the scope, content and timescales associated with the Strategy and the relevant Transformation projects. Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management Proactively build relationships and work closely with a range of colleagues across the Trust to encourage collaborative working Communicate complex and sometimes conflicting or contentious information with a high level of sensitivity and diplomacy, including to audiences who may be challenging Develop robust relationships with key contacts and team members and proactively manage these relationships so contacts can count on reliable and knowledgeable support and information about the programme or other activities Provide a comprehensive level of knowledge about all aspects of the Community Care Development Programme and act as a helpful and approachable source of advice and guidance to all staff Facilitate and support meetings with a range of internal staff and external stakeholders Represent the Community Care Development Programme at meetings as and when required (both internal and external) Financial Responsibilities Support judicious management of project budgets and monitoring expenditure, escalating concerns where appropriate Processing invoices and raising purchase orders Other Duties Meet regularly with the Head of Change and Transformation with regards to programme activity Deputise as necessary for other members of the team Undertake ad-hoc projects and pieces of work as specified Assist the Head of Change and Transformation with events and event set up as appropriate Work flexibly to manage own workload in a busy environment, prioritising and competing deadlines across multiple workstreams Carry out other duties commensurate to the grade as and when necessary.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to graduate level or equivalent experience and qualification
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Project management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Good understanding of the health and care environment, and roles, organisations and responsibilities within it
• Practical experience and track record in project management work and in planning and performance reporting across a complex environment
• Experience of working in partnerships across multiple organisations
• Experience of working with a range of stakeholders, including healthcare staff, commissioners, service users and carers and the public

Desirable

• Project management experience with evidence of affecting change, and establishing monitoring/evaluation mechanisms within an NHS setting

Knowledge / Skills

Essential

• Ability to think and plan strategically, tactically and creatively, and organise complex activities which require the adjustment of project plans
• Ability to work independently (set own priorities with guidance and to work under own initiative) and as part of a team
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to develop practical and workable solutions
• Excellent communications skills on complex matters and in difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence, and the ability to utilise these appropriately with a large group of stakeholders at all levels
• Experience of gathering and analysing data from a wide variety of sources
• Ability to implement new process and systems
• Work calmly and methodically when under pressure from a busy and varied workload, paying attention to accuracy and detail
• Flexible and adaptable and able to cope with frequent and unpredictable interruptions and shifting priorities
• Sound judgement and astuteness in understanding and working with complex policy and diverse interest groups

Personal qualities

Essential

• Ability to use a variety of methods to gain support for ideas, strategies and values
• Ability to adapt to ensure achievement of objectives within constantly changing situations and environments
• Highly self-motivated with high internal work standards

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to graduate level or equivalent experience and qualification Evidence of continued professional development Desirable Project management qualification Experience Essential Good understanding of the health and care environment, and roles, organisations and responsibilities within it Practical experience and track record in project management work and in planning and performance reporting across a complex environment Experience of working in partnerships across multiple organisations Experience of working with a range of stakeholders, including healthcare staff, commissioners, service users and carers and the public Desirable Project management experience with evidence of affecting change, and establishing monitoring/evaluation mechanisms within an NHS setting Knowledge / Skills Essential Ability to think and plan strategically, tactically and creatively, and organise complex activities which require the adjustment of project plans Ability to work independently (set own priorities with guidance and to work under own initiative) and as part of a team Good analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to develop practical and workable solutions Excellent communications skills on complex matters and in difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence, and the ability to utilise these appropriately with a large group of stakeholders at all levels Experience of gathering and analysing data from a wide variety of sources Ability to implement new process and systems Work calmly and methodically when under pressure from a busy and varied workload, paying attention to accuracy and detail Flexible and adaptable and able to cope with frequent and unpredictable interruptions and shifting priorities Sound judgement and astuteness in understanding and working with complex policy and diverse interest groups Personal qualities Essential Ability to use a variety of methods to gain support for ideas, strategies and values Ability to adapt to ensure achievement of objectives within constantly changing situations and environments Highly self-motivated with high internal work standards

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maudsley Hospital

33334 Brixton road

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maudsley Hospital

33334 Brixton road

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a new phase of the Complex Care Programme (CCP) in the South London Partnership- a partnership between Oxleas, South West London and St George's and South London and the Maudsley NHS Mental Health Trusts. The CCP has a track record of success, innovation, and investing in services to improve the lives of people with complex mental health needs.

South West London Integrated Care Board have delegated an additional 300 people with learning disability, autism and older adults to the Programme. This adds to the current portfolio which already manages over 1000 mental health placements.

Working within the team, you will support the design, development and implementation of a business solution that transforms the programme's approach to reporting, performance management, financial and data quality monitoring.

The post holder will work as part of the Finance and Performance team to assist and work closely with a new LD, autism and older people team and

Lead on maintaining a database of placement data

Produce performance dashboards and reporting.

Support the Senior Performance Manager to effectively manage the operation

of financial reporting and financial transactions for the CCP programme

We are seeking individuals who can work independently, make decisions autonomously, and work to tight timescales to meet the objectives of the Programme.

Main duties of the job

The role will lead the development and maintenance of database and reporting solutions, producing complex datasets, dashboards, performance metrics, and analysis of financial and performance information. Working closely with the Senior Performance Lead, the Programme's management team, local authorities, and clinical, operational, and corporate stakeholders, you will transform reporting needs into robust, data-driven solutions that provide accurate, timely, and actionable insights to support informed decision-making.

The successful candidate will bring experience of maintaining large datasets, developing reporting and business intelligence products within a complex environment and will be confident with data analysis. You will play a key role in developing and maintaining reporting products, supporting continuous improvement and helping to embed modern reporting and data visualisation techniques across the programme.

You will also contribute to the development of the wider Performance Team through knowledge sharing, coaching and the promotion of best practice in reporting, analysis and dashboard development.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-profile programme of work that will modernise reporting processes, reduce manual effort, improve programme assurance and better support decision-making.

We are seeking individuals who can work independently, make decisions autonomously, and work to tight timescales to meet the objectives of the Programme.

About us

This post sits in the Finance and Performance Team of Complex Care working with the Senior Performance Manager, P1 & P2a Information lead and finance and data quality analysts.

The role involves working closely with a specialist clinical team of four case managers, all working to a SWL Lead (LD, Autism and Older People), with the support of an administrator and a finance and data quality assistant. The new team sits within a wider Complex Care Programme, with staff being able to draw on additional expert knowledge in autism, complex emotional needs and complex mental health needs.

The post holder will be based on a hybrid working arrangement, working remotely with regular attendance required for face-to-face meetings at our office in Catford, South London.

Job summary

We are delighted to offer an opportunity for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Consultant General Paediatrician to join the Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) Team, part of the Maudsley Centre for Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders (MCCAED) at the Maudsley Hospital, London.

This is a permanent 5 PA Consultant General Paediatrician post, having previously been a locum position, within the Maudsley Centre for Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders (MCCAED); department of National and Specialist services for Child and Adolescent Mental Health.

Main duties of the job

The purpose of the post is to provide Consultant Paediatric advice, consultation and management for patients within MCCAED. This will include regular weekly commitments to the ARFID service and to be available for advice and consultation to the wider MCCAED service. The Consultant Paediatrician will support the delivery of effective specialist interventions to young people with eating disorders, in accordance with Trust policies and national guidance, and in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team.

The post holder will play a critical role in ensuring safe medical care for the patients within MCCAED and contributing to ongoing quality improvements in the service. The postholder will also contribute to the leadership and strategic development of the service, particularly with respect to paediatric aspects of care.

About us

There are excellent opportunities for professional development including management, training, research, and audit experience.

Benefits

We are committed to ensuring our staff get the most out of their benefits package and understand the importance of a healthy work life balance. There is an extensive range of excellent benefits for you and your family. It's important to us that you are valued and appreciated and that is why we have a comprehensive benefits package on offer.

Some of our benefits are highlighted here:

Generous pay, pensions and leave.We offer a comprehensive pay, pensions and leave package which is dependent on the role and length of service.

Work life balance.We support a range of flexible working options, such as: part-time working and job sharing.

Career development.There are plenty of opportunities to progress your career and we support your development through a number of programmes such as mentoring, coaching, positive people management, collective leadership and other talent programmes.

Car lease.Our staff benefit from competitive deals to lease cars.

Our staff benefit fromkeyworker housing, which is available on selected sites.

NHS discounts.With discounts of up to 10% from a variety of well-known retail brands through the Health Service Discounts website.

Other benefits include:

• Counselling services
• Wellbeing events
• Long service awards
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Childcare vouchers
• Staff restaurants

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

Depending on experience £113,565 - £150,569 per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

334-CHI-8303170-BJ

Job locations

Pears Maudsley Centre for Children and Young People (PMCCYP) | Maudsley Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

1. Ensure that high standards and appropriate protocols are in place and rigorously followed for all aspects of the service

2. Provide a regular general paediatric service for patients under the ARFID service with a range of conditions. This includes all aspects of assessment and management of paediatric comorbidities

3. Assess and evaluate information and results of investigations, write reports and present information to others as appropriate

4. Support the development of paediatric care plans including using clinical judgement regarding priority of support, expected timelines etc

5. Liaise with other health professionals and social care teams as necessary to support appropriate care for patients.

6. Liaise with wider paediatric services regarding the care of children and adolescents in the ARFID service.

7. Support and advise colleagues regarding the clinical assessment and care of children and adolescents with ARFID

8. Provide consultation and advice to the Outpatient, START and Intensive Therapy service around paediatric aspects of care when needed.

9. Support other senior members of the service in the execution of statutory roles and responsibilities to ensure the organisation meets its responsibilities to safeguard children and young people and meet their health and well-being needs.

10.The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to make to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene requirements of this role. These requirements are set out in the National Code of Practice on Infection Control and in local policies and procedures which will be made clear during your induction and subsequent refresher training. These standards must be strictly complied with at all times. The postholder will be expected to undertake annual training/updates in infection prevention and control.

11.To be accountable for implementation of the Code of Practice within own department/area of responsibility.

12.To prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that you are responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence-based practice and maintaining patient safety.

Please refer to the job description for the full duties

Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities 1. Ensure that high standards and appropriate protocols are in place and rigorously followed for all aspects of the service 2. Provide a regular general paediatric service for patients under the ARFID service with a range of conditions. This includes all aspects of assessment and management of paediatric comorbidities 3. Assess and evaluate information and results of investigations, write reports and present information to others as appropriate 4. Support the development of paediatric care plans including using clinical judgement regarding priority of support, expected timelines etc 5. Liaise with other health professionals and social care teams as necessary to support appropriate care for patients. 6. Liaise with wider paediatric services regarding the care of children and adolescents in the ARFID service. 7. Support and advise colleagues regarding the clinical assessment and care of children and adolescents with ARFID 8. Provide consultation and advice to the Outpatient, START and Intensive Therapy service around paediatric aspects of care when needed. 9. Support other senior members of the service in the execution of statutory roles and responsibilities to ensure the organisation meets its responsibilities to safeguard children and young people and meet their health and well-being needs. 10.The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to make to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene requirements of this role. These requirements are set out in the National Code of Practice on Infection Control and in local policies and procedures which will be made clear during your induction and subsequent refresher training. These standards must be strictly complied with at all times. The postholder will be expected to undertake annual training/updates in infection prevention and control. 11.To be accountable for implementation of the Code of Practice within own department/area of responsibility. 12.To prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that you are responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence-based practice and maintaining patient safety. Please refer to the job description for the full duties

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCPCH by examination or equivalent
• Full Registration with GMC with a Licence to practice
• Eligibility for inclusion on the Specialist Register or CCT in appropriate specialty (or within 6 months of expected CCT date at the time of Interview / Assessment).
• Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health

Desirable

• Higher degree or diploma e.g. MD, PhD, MSc in Paediatrics

Other

Essential

• Ability to fulfil all of the duties of the post including travel requirements
• Satisfactory Enhanced DBS and required immigration status

Desirable

• Membership of Medical Defence Organisation

Training and experience

Essential

• Is able to demonstrate having achieved competencies equivalent to the Highest Specialist Paediatric Training Experience of working with a variety of patient groups presenting with the full range of clinical severity across a range of care settings.
• Experience of effective multidisciplinary, inter-professional practice to include primary care and social services.
• Valid Level 3 safeguarding training
• Valid BLS Training

Desirable

• Experience of working in the NHS
• Wider experience e.g. experience of working in UK Psychiatric settings; working with young people with Eating Disorders.
• Experience / training in paediatric nutrition or paediatric endocrinology
• Valid APLS and NLS.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Willing to work unsupervised and make decisions
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively
• Knowledge of UK paediatric and child health systems
• Experience and knowledge of multi-disciplinary, multi-agency working with children and young people with complex, multi-system disease.
• Ability to take a leadership role in a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high-quality care.
• Skills and sensitivity in being able to negotiate with patients, relatives and other professionals where opinions differ.
• Skills in providing consultation to other professional groups.
• A high level of ability to communicate effectively at both a written and oral level complex and clinically sensitive information to patients, their families, carers and a wide range of lay and professional people within and outside the NHS

Desirable

• Demonstrated clinical skills in specialist area of eating disorders, and / or neurodevelopmental disorders
• Knowledge and competence in risk management
• Knowledge of annual job planning, appraisal review process

Management and Leadership

Essential

• Knowledge of the management structure of the NHS
• Understanding of the management issues including medical management, clinical governance, service planning and quality improvement
• Participation in development of service protocols and service development projects at a senior level.

Desirable

• Demonstration of a wider understanding of NHS, recent initiatives, and ability to work within constantly changing environment at national and international levels Evidence of leadership attributes and experience
• Management course and/or Qualification
• Evidence of motivational skills

Audit, research and publications

Essential

• Evidence of participation in clinical audit / QI project, understanding the role of these in improving the medical practice
• Experience and knowledge of critical appraisal of evidence, so as to improve clinical outcomes

Desirable

• Presentation at a national or international conference
• Publication in a peer-reviewed journal
• A proven track record or the ability to demonstrate potential in the research of child and adolescent health
• A higher research degree (e.g. MPhil., MD or PhD)

Teaching

Essential

• Commitment to and experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and multi-disciplinary staff at local, national and international level.

Desirable

• Specific teaching qualification/ Certificate of attendance on recognised teaching course, "Training the Trainers" certification

Personal

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, their relatives, colleagues, managers, other agencies and staff at all levels
• Energy and enthusiasm
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexible approach
• Caring attitude to patients, carers and colleagues

Person Specification Qualifications Essential MRCPCH by examination or equivalent Full Registration with GMC with a Licence to practice Eligibility for inclusion on the Specialist Register or CCT in appropriate specialty (or within 6 months of expected CCT date at the time of Interview / Assessment). Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health Desirable Higher degree or diploma e.g. MD, PhD, MSc in Paediatrics Other Essential Ability to fulfil all of the duties of the post including travel requirements Satisfactory Enhanced DBS and required immigration status Desirable Membership of Medical Defence Organisation Training and experience Essential Is able to demonstrate having achieved competencies equivalent to the Highest Specialist Paediatric Training Experience of working with a variety of patient groups presenting with the full range of clinical severity across a range of care settings. Experience of effective multidisciplinary, inter-professional practice to include primary care and social services. Valid Level 3 safeguarding training Valid BLS Training Desirable Experience of working in the NHS Wider experience e.g. experience of working in UK Psychiatric settings; working with young people with Eating Disorders. Experience / training in paediatric nutrition or paediatric endocrinology Valid APLS and NLS. Knowledge and Skills Essential Willing to work unsupervised and make decisions Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively Knowledge of UK paediatric and child health systems Experience and knowledge of multi-disciplinary, multi-agency working with children and young people with complex, multi-system disease. Ability to take a leadership role in a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high-quality care. Skills and sensitivity in being able to negotiate with patients, relatives and other professionals where opinions differ. Skills in providing consultation to other professional groups. A high level of ability to communicate effectively at both a written and oral level complex and clinically sensitive information to patients, their families, carers and a wide range of lay and professional people within and outside the NHS Desirable Demonstrated clinical skills in specialist area of eating disorders, and / or neurodevelopmental disorders Knowledge and competence in risk management Knowledge of annual job planning, appraisal review process Management and Leadership Essential Knowledge of the management structure of the NHS Understanding of the management issues including medical management, clinical governance, service planning and quality improvement Participation in development of service protocols and service development projects at a senior level. Desirable Demonstration of a wider understanding of NHS, recent initiatives, and ability to work within constantly changing environment at national and international levels Evidence of leadership attributes and experience Management course and/or Qualification Evidence of motivational skills Audit, research and publications Essential Evidence of participation in clinical audit / QI project, understanding the role of these in improving the medical practice Experience and knowledge of critical appraisal of evidence, so as to improve clinical outcomes Desirable Presentation at a national or international conference Publication in a peer-reviewed journal A proven track record or the ability to demonstrate potential in the research of child and adolescent health A higher research degree (e.g. MPhil., MD or PhD) Teaching Essential Commitment to and experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and multi-disciplinary staff at local, national and international level. Desirable Specific teaching qualification/ Certificate of attendance on recognised teaching course, "Training the Trainers" certification Personal Essential Ability to communicate effectively with patients, their relatives, colleagues, managers, other agencies and staff at all levels Energy and enthusiasm Ability to work under pressure Flexible approach Caring attitude to patients, carers and colleagues

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pears Maudsley Centre for Children and Young People (PMCCYP) | Maudsley Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pears Maudsley Centre for Children and Young People (PMCCYP) | Maudsley Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Psychological Medicine, Older Adult and Neurodevelopmental (PMOA & NDS) Directorateare offering an exciting opportunity for a proactive and proficient Matron to come and join our team.

This is an exciting post that allows for close working and collaboration with senior management and clinicians in the future development of the directorate. The successful post holder will be based within the Directorate and will be an integral part of the Nursing, Quality and Assurance Team.

The successful candidates will have exceptional communication, motivational and influencing skills being able to influence and encourage teams to work across organisational boundaries whilst holding patient care at the heart of their work.

The candidates will need to be passionate about the delivery of high-quality patient care and have experience in leadership. The post holder will be a 'self-starter' and be able to work autonomously as well as part of a multi professional team.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Main duties of the job

The matron role will provide senior overall operational, quality and clinical leadership and responsibility. With the aim to provide senior nursing leadership and responsibility for overseeing the clinical care within the specialist inpatient and community teams under PMOA & NDS directorate, in particular within our national services within our Psychosis, Neuropsychiatric, Neuro-developmental, Perinatal and Eating Disorders pathways.

The post holder will deliver on the Matrons 10 responsibilities:

Leading by example

Making sure patients get quality care

Ensuring staffing is appropriate to patient needs

Empowering nurses to take on a wider range of clinical tasks

Improving hospital/team cleanliness

Ensuring patients' nutritional needs are met

Improving on patients experience (to include supporting teams in identification of ligatures and management plan regarding existing ligatures where patients are seen in outpatients)

Making sure patients are treated with respect

Preventing hospital-acquired infection when patients are admitted to the ward.

Resolving problems for patients and their relatives by building closer relationships

About us

About the team:

The Psychological Medicine, Older Adult and Neurodevelopmental Directorate are offering an exciting opportunity for proactive and proficient Matrons to work with Specialist inpatient services and community teams.

This is an exciting post that allows for close working and collaboration with senior management and clinicians in the future development of the specialist directorate, as well as being a key person in shaping future clinical practice across national services, pioneering new ways of care within mental health services.

About the location:

The successful post holder will be across all four boroughs. Our base is at Maudsley Hospital, however there is an expectation that you are able to travel between services and sites. We have satellite offices at Bethlem Royal Hospital and Blue Star House Lambeth.

Our Trust headquarters is located at 113 Denmark Hill less than 5 minutes from the train station (zone 2).

Job summary

If you are a registered mental health nurse with a proven track record with financial and commissioning responsibilities and can also be a compassionate leader, please apply for this 9 month oppertunity to work as General Manager within adult inpatient and outpatient specialist services.

Main duties of the job

The candidate will be based half the week at the Bethlem Royal Hospital working alongside ward managers, team leaders and matrons. The other time will be at New Douglas Bennett House Maudsley Hospital and several team sites across South East London. The role requires visability to front line services , resolving escalations from day to day management of multiple services with a significant range of rostering and workforce needs such as wellbeing interventions and weekly recruitment tasks, ensuring all workforce key performamce indicators are meet and maintained. As a result of diverse commissioning arrangements financial management will be a priority for this role, and will include detailed oversight of inflow bed management across several wards and invoicing individual ICBs for care provided. The candiate will be required to provide assurances on the quality of care provided using a range of reporting mechamisims both internal and external to the Trust. The role may involve line management of other senior roles within the directorate.

About us

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK as well as substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We work closely with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. There are very few organisations in the world that have such wide-ranging capabilities working with mental illness.

SLaM employ around 5000 staff and serve a local population of 1.1 million people. We have more than 230 services including inpatient wards, outpatient and community services. Currently, provide inpatient care for approximately 5,300 people each year and treat more than 45,000 patients in the community in Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark; as well as substance misuse services for residents of Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich.

By coming to work at SLaM, you will gain experience of being part of an organisation with a rich history and international reputation in mental health care. You will have access to professional development and learning opportunities and have the chance to work alongside people who are world leaders in their field. Our working relationship with King's Health Partners allows those working at the Trust to get involved in academic research.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£75,328 to £86,114 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NUR-8331319-LF

Job locations

Maudsley and Bethlem Hospital

Denmark Hill & Beckenham

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Be overall responsible and accountable for all elements of delivering outstanding care for services, line managing Matrons and other relevant staff, as part of the overall management team in the directorate. This includes operational leadership encompassing day-to-day delivery with quality, safety, flow, workforce management, finance and performance.

Lead by example, secure and assure the highest standard of clinical care, acting as a nursing leader with continuing clinical responsibility for providing high-quality evidence-based assessment, care planning and interventions

Representing the Trust at ICB and local authority contract and commissioning meetings and in other relevant external forums relevant to care

To provide strong effective and decisive clinical operational leadership to Matrons and other staff, to ensure a high standard of patient care is achieved

Provide senior leadership to understand and oversee work related to outstanding Trust care with a focus on flow and therapeutic inpatient care. This includes demand and capacity and optimizing Length of Stay through facilitating discharge, reducing clinically ready for discharge, delivery of Trauma Informed Care.

To manage the performance of the clinical services, including all quality, patient safety, satisfaction, clinical outcomes and compliance with the clinical pathways associated protocols and performance targets

Use real time data to drive daily operational decisions.

To act as a clinical advisor and role model for nursing staff offering assistance and support and applying problem solving skills

To lead on the development and implementation of new policies, protocols and practices in relation to new NICE Guidance which improves clinical practice.

To work closely with the professional heads to provide demonstrable assurance that the quality of the clinical services including patient safety, patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes meets the required high standards.

To promote the engagement of carers and families in the care pathway

Be responsible for compiling business plans, business impact assessment and business continuity plans across services

Job description Job responsibilities Be overall responsible and accountable for all elements of delivering outstanding care for services, line managing Matrons and other relevant staff, as part of the overall management team in the directorate. This includes operational leadership encompassing day-to-day delivery with quality, safety, flow, workforce management, finance and performance. Lead by example, secure and assure the highest standard of clinical care, acting as a nursing leader with continuing clinical responsibility for providing high-quality evidence-based assessment, care planning and interventions Representing the Trust at ICB and local authority contract and commissioning meetings and in other relevant external forums relevant to care To provide strong effective and decisive clinical operational leadership to Matrons and other staff, to ensure a high standard of patient care is achieved Provide senior leadership to understand and oversee work related to outstanding Trust care with a focus on flow and therapeutic inpatient care. This includes demand and capacity and optimizing Length of Stay through facilitating discharge, reducing clinically ready for discharge, delivery of Trauma Informed Care. To manage the performance of the clinical services, including all quality, patient safety, satisfaction, clinical outcomes and compliance with the clinical pathways associated protocols and performance targets Use real time data to drive daily operational decisions. To act as a clinical advisor and role model for nursing staff offering assistance and support and applying problem solving skills To lead on the development and implementation of new policies, protocols and practices in relation to new NICE Guidance which improves clinical practice. To work closely with the professional heads to provide demonstrable assurance that the quality of the clinical services including patient safety, patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes meets the required high standards. To promote the engagement of carers and families in the care pathway Be responsible for compiling business plans, business impact assessment and business continuity plans across services

Person Specification

Essentail

Essential

• RMN registration
• Extensive management and leadership experience across a number of mental health services
• Extensive experience of working on an inpatient mental health unit
• Physical ability to complete all required training and to deploy this
• Ability to maintain visibility within clinical services to be onsite daily
• Ability to oversee and manage multiple demands and adapt to frequent changes in focus
• Ability to work with a diverse range of progfesssionals and adapt styles dependent on audience
• Ability to understand the oversight to ensure quality standards are in place
• Ability and strong understanding of performamce improvment and managing absences
• Ability to compose formal letters in alignment to Trust polices and procedures

Desirable

• Coaching course
• Supervison course
• Other development and or training relevant to the services

Person Specification Essentail Essential RMN registration Extensive management and leadership experience across a number of mental health services Extensive experience of working on an inpatient mental health unit Physical ability to complete all required training and to deploy this Ability to maintain visibility within clinical services to be onsite daily Ability to oversee and manage multiple demands and adapt to frequent changes in focus Ability to work with a diverse range of progfesssionals and adapt styles dependent on audience Ability to understand the oversight to ensure quality standards are in place Ability and strong understanding of performamce improvment and managing absences Ability to compose formal letters in alignment to Trust polices and procedures Desirable Coaching course Supervison course Other development and or training relevant to the 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.

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maudsley and Bethlem Hospital

Denmark Hill & Beckenham

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maudsley and Bethlem Hospital

Denmark Hill & Beckenham

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Mother and Baby Unit (MBU) is a 12-bed acute female ward, providing evidence-based mental health treatment for both pregnant women and women with babies under one year old.

Our service is for women who present with an acute or relapsing mental illness e.g. schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, affective disorders.

Our treatment programmes are designed collaboratively with the service user, their families and the extensive MDT to which the nursery nurse provides a unique voice. Our aim in promoting recovery is twofold: a) for women to develop confidence in their vital role as mothers and to have a lasting return to their community and b) for babies to grow up to be physically healthy, emotionally capable and securely attached so that they can lead happy lives.

We do not expect you to come to us as experts in this specialist field. However, you can expect us to train you to become expert over time. We provide opportunities to learn about the various mental health conditions which our patients may present with. Our team is known for its openness and enthusiasm for training new staff.

We train all our nursery nurses in baby massage/baby yoga/breast feeding .

We provide a weekly opportunity for reflective practice.

Supervision will be provided monthly by the senior nursery nurse and /or Children's Social Worker.

We have lots of informal opportunities to discuss safeguarding concerns.

Main duties of the job

As part of a rich multi-disciplinary team, you will be responsible for providing nursery nursing interventions and support to mothers with acute perinatal mental health needs and their babies. This will include mothers in the antenatal and postnatal period within the MBU setting.

The post holder is required to have a robust working knowledge of childcare and child development which is used to inform care plans and interventions. The candidate will have an up to date awareness of recent research and guidance regarding child development and attachment theory.

You will work alongside professionals offering therapeutic input with the mother and baby relationship as a focus of your work. You will also have an opportunity to liaise with other professionals agencies as part of your role.

We are committed to the development of the people that come to work with us. We will invest in you and support you to maximise your potential. As part of your ongoing development, you will receive regular supervision and training to enable you to flourish within the service.

About us

About the location:

You will be based at Bethlem Royal Hospital, Monks Orchard Road, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 3BX.

Benefits:

We are committed to ensuring our staff get the most out of their benefits package and understand the importance of a healthy work life balance. There is an extensive range of excellent benefits for you and your family. We want you to feel like you are part of a close knit team at SLaM. It's important to us that you valued and appreciated and that are why we have a comprehensive benefits package on offer

• Generous pay, pensions and leave,we offer a comprehensive pay, pensions and leave package which is dependent on the role and length of service.
• Work life balance,flexible working and support a range of flexible options, such as: part-time working and job sharing.
• Career development,There are plenty of opportunities to progress your career and we support your development through a number of programmes.
• Car lease,our staff benefits from competitive deals to lease cars
• Accommodation,our staff benefits fromkeyworker housing available which is available on selected sites
• NHS discounts,with discounts up to 10% from a variety of well-known retail brands though Health Service Discounts website.

Other benefits include:

• Counselling services
• Wellbeing events
• Long service awards
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Childcare vouchers
• Staff restaurants

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£33,262 to £36,027 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

334-CLI-8291610

Job locations

Bethlem Royal Hospital, Monks Orchard Road, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 3BX

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

.Key Responsibilities:

1)To work as a member of the MBU delivering interventions which meet the needs of the baby for those mothers who are receiving inpatient care. The nursery nurse will also promote and support the health of the mother and baby.

2) To support the mother and the rest of the MDT in order to ensure that consistent and appropriate emotional and practical care of the baby is being given at all times.

3)The nursery nurse will also monitor, document and report the developmental progress of the babies on the unit; willwork in partnership with the family and the wider community nursing teams e.g.Midwives, Health Visitors, Community Nurses and Community Nursery Nurses.

4) To ensure regular monitoring of physical health and developmental milestones of the babies are undertaken and reported back to the link health visitors as required.

5) To ensure that a Mothers involvement in the care of her baby is fully promoted and that the mothers are consulted regarding all care given to their baby

6) To organise and facilitate mother and baby groups with the aim of sharing and educating in all areas of baby care and play.

7) To provide written and verbal reports to the multi-disciplinary team relating to

mothers care of and behaviour with her baby and any observed changes in the physical health of babies reporting any concerns immediately to the nurse in charge.

8) To communicate sensitive information to patients and/or relatives/carers concerning appropriate physical and/or psychological care and interactions with their baby.

9) To access regular supervision and appraisal and contribute to the well-being of the team by supporting other team members and treating all colleagues with respect.

10) To undertake Promotion of Safe and Therapeutic Services interventions as required in line with Trust policy.

11) To undertake any other appropriate duties as may be assigned or delegated on occasions by the Nurse in Charge.

Job description Job responsibilities .Key Responsibilities: 1)To work as a member of the MBU delivering interventions which meet the needs of the baby for those mothers who are receiving inpatient care. The nursery nurse will also promote and support the health of the mother and baby. 2) To support the mother and the rest of the MDT in order to ensure that consistent and appropriate emotional and practical care of the baby is being given at all times. 3)The nursery nurse will also monitor, document and report the developmental progress of the babies on the unit; willwork in partnership with the family and the wider community nursing teams e.g.Midwives, Health Visitors, Community Nurses and Community Nursery Nurses. 4) To ensure regular monitoring of physical health and developmental milestones of the babies are undertaken and reported back to the link health visitors as required. 5) To ensure that a Mothers involvement in the care of her baby is fully promoted and that the mothers are consulted regarding all care given to their baby 6) To organise and facilitate mother and baby groups with the aim of sharing and educating in all areas of baby care and play. 7) To provide written and verbal reports to the multi-disciplinary team relating to mothers care of and behaviour with her baby and any observed changes in the physical health of babies reporting any concerns immediately to the nurse in charge. 8) To communicate sensitive information to patients and/or relatives/carers concerning appropriate physical and/or psychological care and interactions with their baby. 9) To access regular supervision and appraisal and contribute to the well-being of the team by supporting other team members and treating all colleagues with respect. 10) To undertake Promotion of Safe and Therapeutic Services interventions as required in line with Trust policy. 11) To undertake any other appropriate duties as may be assigned or delegated on occasions by the Nurse in Charge.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• NNEB, BTEC (National Diploma in Nursery Nursing) or equivalent such as NVQ level 3 (Child Care and Education).

Desirable

• Experience of racial awareness/diversity training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with babies aged 0-12 months.
• Experience of Safeguarding Children and Adults.

Desirable

• Experience of providing care within a mental health setting

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of legislation and national directives/policies relating to children

Desirable

• An understanding of perinatal illness and working with women during the perinatal period

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Robust working knowledge of childcare and child development which is used to inform care plans and interventions. The candidate will have an up to date awareness of recent research and guidance regarding child development and attachment theory

Desirable

• Flexibility to work over a 24-hour shift system which will include a combination of day and night shifts across the week, weekends and some bank holidays
• Ability to prioritise workload and carry out work efficiently and effectively.

Person Specification Qualification Essential NNEB, BTEC (National Diploma in Nursery Nursing) or equivalent such as NVQ level 3 (Child Care and Education). Desirable Experience of racial awareness/diversity training Experience Essential Experience of working with babies aged 0-12 months. Experience of Safeguarding Children and Adults. Desirable Experience of providing care within a mental health setting Knowledge Essential Knowledge of legislation and national directives/policies relating to children Desirable An understanding of perinatal illness and working with women during the perinatal period Skills and Abilities Essential Robust working knowledge of childcare and child development which is used to inform care plans and interventions. The candidate will have an up to date awareness of recent research and guidance regarding child development and attachment theory Desirable Flexibility to work over a 24-hour shift system which will include a combination of day and night shifts across the week, weekends and some bank holidays Ability to prioritise workload and carry out work efficiently and effectively.

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bethlem Royal Hospital, Monks Orchard Road, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 3BX

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bethlem Royal Hospital, Monks Orchard Road, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 3BX

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is an assistant psychology role in the National Adult Autism and ADHD Psychology Service (NAAAPS), a specialist outpatient psychology clinic for adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and/or autism. NAAAPS provides psychological therapy for individuals and/or their supporters and one-off assessment and/or consultation.Under guidance and supervision of a qualified psychologist and in line with the overall framework of the team's policies and procedures, the postholder will support psychological assessments, formulations and interventions with NAAAPS clients. The post holder will also assist in clinically related administration, conduct of audits, collection of statistics, and development of audit and/or research projects, teaching and project work. We are committed to supporting staff in their career aspirations. You will be able to develop your skills and build on your experience to progress into other roles across different specialties. For this role, we offer support to develop towards the next step on your career ladder, for example by facilitating experiences such as undertaking research or therapeutic groupwork where possible. In addition, we offer ongoing training and development including weekly Education and Research meetings across the pathway and beyond, and monthly CPD for psychological practitioners.

Main duties of the job

The assistant psychologist works closely with qualified psychologists within the service to provide psychological input to adults with a diagnosis of autism and/or ADHD and their support networks.

This can include, but is not limited to, individual and group therapeutic input, family support, training and consultation. The post holder will also assist in clinically related administration, conduct of audits, collection of statistics, and development of audit and/or research projects, teaching and project work.

The successful candidate will need a good understanding of the psychological needs of neurodivergent individuals and the ability to provide flexible input depending on individual needs. Good multi-disciplinary working and the ability to use supervision well are vital, as well as the capacity to self-motivate and organise.

About us

NAAAPS is one of several services across our autism and ADHD pathways. The pathway services are staffed by multi-disciplinary colleagues including psychiatrists, psychological practitioners, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists and nurses, supported by skilled administrative and managerial staff.

There is a commitment across the services to ongoing reflection and service development to ensure services are efficient and responsive. We have close links with Kings College and undertake research across the service, as well as offering support and teaching to their Masters and Doctorate courses.

o About our locations:The role involves a mix of home working (including Teams meetings) and face to face working at our team base at the Maudsley Hospital, Denmark Hill, South London.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within SLAM for a Mechanical Assistant to join the Estates team. The Trust has four main sites and community properties, therefore applicants should be able to arrange their work, parts and materials and carry out tasks in a safe and tidy manner.

To maintain continuity of service there will be times when extra hours, altered work patterns/duties is required. The post-holder must have a good general knowledge of domestic and commercial buildings.

Main duties of the job

• To undertake planned preventative maintenance, reactive maintenance and emergency works as demanded by a Hospital of this type. Use all skills, experience and knowledge ensuring safe working methods to carry out maintenance tasks in the most cost effective way for the Trust
• To understand the workings of buildings, engineering services and systems in NHS/Trust premises. Ensuring that they are maintained to a high standard and that all plant and equipment are utilised in a safe and efficient manner
• To carry out work in a timely manner as requested using the current works requisition system and ensuring that any associated information is recorded.
• To work as part of a departmental team and where necessary support colleagues of all levels and disciplines as required.
• To provide a maintenance service to all Trust buildings, off site properties and be able to work unsupervised.
• To maintain continuity of service there will be times when extra hours, altered work patterns, duties or location are required.
• To keep up to date with current legislation and attend training courses as directed by Estate Management
• To be able to work safely in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act, current guidance and to follow any other safety policies as issued by the Trust

About us

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK as well as substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We work closely with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. There are very few organisations in the world that have such wide-ranging capabilities working with mental illness. Our scope is unique because it is built on three major foundations: care and treatment, science and research, and training.

SLaM employ around 5000 staff and serve a local population of 1.1 million people. We have more than 230 services including inpatient wards, outpatient and community services. Currently, provide inpatient care for approximately 5,300 people each year and treat more than 45,000 patients in the community in Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark; as well as substance misuse services for residents of Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich.

By coming to work at SLaM, you will gain experience of being part of an organisation with a rich history and international reputation in mental health care. You will have access to professional development and learning opportunities.

Details

Date posted

08 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£30,630 to £32,346 a year Per Annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NCL-8243375-MU

Job locations

Bethlem Royal Hospital

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

This job is for a Mechanical Assistantwho has a good general knowledge of domestic and commercial buildings. In your duties of maintenance there will be statutory checks in line with Approved Code of Practice (Building Regulations, HBN & HTM). You will be expected to work on your own initiative as well as working within a team.

You will need to knowledge of building structures and fabric as well as fire compartmentalisation and fire door maintenance. Applicants should be able to arrange their work, parts and materials and carry out tasks in a safe and tidy manner.

Job description Job responsibilities This job is for a Mechanical Assistantwho has a good general knowledge of domestic and commercial buildings. In your duties of maintenance there will be statutory checks in line with Approved Code of Practice (Building Regulations, HBN & HTM). You will be expected to work on your own initiative as well as working within a team. You will need to knowledge of building structures and fabric as well as fire compartmentalisation and fire door maintenance. Applicants should be able to arrange their work, parts and materials and carry out tasks in a safe and tidy manner.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ-2 or equivalent relevant qualification or studying towards NVQ-level 2
• Health and Safety qualification in one of the following: o Safe use of ladders, o Mobile Elevated Working Platform trained (MEWP) o Safe use and assembly of mobile scaffold towers (PASMA) o COSHH o Manual Handling

Desirable

• NVQ-3 or equivalent relevant qualification

Experience

Essential

• NHS (healthcare) experience in a similar role
• Experience of working within a commercial or Estates maintenance environment

Desirable

• Experience of working in a mental healthcare environment
• Experience working as a Mechanical Maintenance Assistant

Knowledge

Essential

• oKnowledge and understanding of basic plumbing
• oKnowledge of associated trades
• oGood communication skills
• oTo have basic computer skills

Desirable

• oCurrent clean driving licence or training towards obtaining a driving licence
• oKnowledge of the compliance demands in healthcare

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ-2 or equivalent relevant qualification or studying towards NVQ-level 2 Health and Safety qualification in one of the following: o Safe use of ladders, o Mobile Elevated Working Platform trained (MEWP) o Safe use and assembly of mobile scaffold towers (PASMA) o COSHH o Manual Handling Desirable NVQ-3 or equivalent relevant qualification Experience Essential NHS (healthcare) experience in a similar role Experience of working within a commercial or Estates maintenance environment Desirable Experience of working in a mental healthcare environment Experience working as a Mechanical Maintenance Assistant Knowledge Essential oKnowledge and understanding of basic plumbing oKnowledge of associated trades oGood communication skills oTo have basic computer skills Desirable oCurrent clean driving licence or training towards obtaining a driving licence oKnowledge of the compliance demands in healthcare

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bethlem Royal Hospital

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bethlem Royal Hospital

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The post holder will provide administrative and operational support to the Mental Health Liaison Team, contributing to the effective delivery of services across acute hospital settings. They will support the coordination and tracking of referrals, maintain accurate patient records on EPJS and other systems, and ensure compliance with Trust and information governance requirements.

The role involves liaising with a range of internal and external stakeholders, effective communication and the timely completion of administrative processes. The post holder will also assist with patient flow and bed management and deputise for the Patient Flow Coordinator during periods of absence or increased service demand, helping to facilitate safe and timely admissions, transfers, and discharges.

Acting as a key point of contact between liaison teams, Emergency Departments, inpatient wards, bed management teams, community services, and external providers, you will support the management of mental health bed demand. Duties include coordinating Mental Health Act assessment referrals, processing bed requests, assisting with documentation, arranging transport, maintaining tracking systems, monitoring delays, and supporting service improvement activities.

The successful candidate will have excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently, prioritise workloads, and contribute to the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality patient care.

Main duties of the job

Provide administrative and operational support to the Mental Health Liaison Team, including referral coordination, patient flow support, and assistance with discharge planning. Maintain accurate patient records on EPJS and Trust systems, process clinical documentation, and support data collection, reporting, and audits.

Act as a key point of contact for patients, carers, staff, and partner agencies, ensuring effective communication and escalation of urgent issues. Liaise with hospital, community, and external services to support continuity of care and maintain administrative tracking systems.

Undertake general administrative duties, including diary management, meeting support, minute taking, filing, and correspondence. Contribute to governance, quality improvement, training, and service development activities, while providing reception and cross-site cover as required.

About us

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest providers of mental health and substance misuse services, serving over 1.1 million people across South London. Working in partnership with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London, and King's Health Partners, SLaM combines outstanding clinical care with world-leading research, innovation, and education.

The Trust employs around 5,000 staff and delivers more than 230 inpatient, outpatient, and community services across Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham, Southwark, Bexley, Bromley, and Greenwich. Each year, SLaM provides inpatient care to approximately 5,300 people and supports more than 45,000 patients in community settings.

Joining SLaM offers the opportunity to work within an internationally recognised mental health organisation with a strong commitment to staff development. Employees benefit from extensive training, professional development opportunities, and the chance to collaborate with leading clinicians, researchers, and academics while contributing to innovative and high-quality patient care.

Details

Date posted

08 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£34,186 to £37,389 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NCL-8212884-MU

Job locations

St Thomas Hospital

Westminster Bridge Road

London

SE1 7EH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As outlined above, this role requires that the post holder provide comprehensive administrative, operational and patient flow support.

Job description Job responsibilities As outlined above, this role requires that the post holder provide comprehensive administrative, operational and patient flow support.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role within an NHS setting.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word and basic Excel.
• Understanding of confidentiality, data protection and information governance.
• Good standard of education (GCSE or equivalent including English and Mathematics).
• Ability to maintain and manage data.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and direct own work streams.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Desirable

• EPJS / RIO / EPIC experience.
• An understanding of the function of inpatient wards, CMHTs (Community Mental Health Teams), and home treatment teams and how they interface with each other.
• Knowledge of mental health bed management and coordination.
• Monitor patient flow, recognise delays, and escalate concerns appropriately to support timely management

Person Specification Essential Essential Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role within an NHS setting. Good IT skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word and basic Excel. Understanding of confidentiality, data protection and information governance. Good standard of education (GCSE or equivalent including English and Mathematics). Ability to maintain and manage data. Ability to work with minimal supervision and direct own work streams. Ability to work under pressure. Desirable EPJS / RIO / EPIC experience. An understanding of the function of inpatient wards, CMHTs (Community Mental Health Teams), and home treatment teams and how they interface with each other. Knowledge of mental health bed management and coordination. Monitor patient flow, recognise delays, and escalate concerns appropriately to support timely management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Thomas Hospital

Westminster Bridge Road

London

SE1 7EH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Thomas Hospital

Westminster Bridge Road

London

SE1 7EH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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