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People Relations Advisor
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Human Resources Officer
Job summary 37.5 hours per week - previous applicants need not apply Are you a People Professional with employee relations experience and a sound understandi...
1 day(s) ago
People Relations Advisor
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Human Resources Officer
Job summary 37.5 hours per week - previous applicants need not apply Are you a People Professional with employee relations experience and a sound understandi...
1 day(s) ago
Housekeeper
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Grounds and Maintenance Worker
Job summary 30 hours per week We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and friendly Housekeeper to join our team at The Poplars, Hemsworth, Wakefi...
3 day(s) ago
Housekeeper
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Grounds and Maintenance Worker
Job summary 30 hours per week We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and friendly Housekeeper to join our team at The Poplars, Hemsworth, Wakefi...
3 day(s) ago
Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary 37.5 hours per week - two years fixed term Are you interested in becoming a Pharmacy Technician? Hi, I'm Sarah and have worked as part of the tru...
8 day(s) ago
Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary 37.5 hours per week - two years fixed term Are you interested in becoming a Pharmacy Technician? Hi, I'm Sarah and have worked as part of the tru...
8 day(s) ago
Nurse Bank (MH Inpatient) - Band 5
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary You are invited to apply to join the Trust Bank as a Registered Nurse which entails working on an as and when required basis.
10 day(s) ago
Nurse Bank (MH Inpatient) - Band 5
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary You are invited to apply to join the Trust Bank as a Registered Nurse which entails working on an as and when required basis.
10 day(s) ago
Community Support Worker
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Health Worker
Job summary 37.5 hours per week Hi, Im Shani the team manager, and Im really pleased youre looking at this opportunity. The Community Enhancing Recovery Team...
10 day(s) ago
Community Support Worker
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Health Worker
Job summary 37.5 hours per week Hi, Im Shani the team manager, and Im really pleased youre looking at this opportunity. The Community Enhancing Recovery Team...
10 day(s) ago
Therapy Assistant - Neighbourhood Rehabilitation Service
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary 37.5 hours per week Are you a motivated, forward-thinking Therapy Assistant looking to make a real difference in your community? Join our Neighbo...
10 day(s) ago
Therapy Assistant - Neighbourhood Rehabilitation Service
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary 37.5 hours per week Are you a motivated, forward-thinking Therapy Assistant looking to make a real difference in your community? Join our Neighbo...
10 day(s) ago
Clinical Psychology Assistant Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Full time - 37.5 hours per week Are you passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities and committed to improving their quality of...
10 day(s) ago
Clinical Psychology Assistant Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Full time - 37.5 hours per week Are you passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities and committed to improving their quality of...
10 day(s) ago
Community Mental Health Support Worker
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Support Staff
Job summary 37.5 hours per week Hello, I'm Tracy, team manager for Barnsley's Older Peoples Community Mental Health Team. We are proud to be offering a full-...
10 day(s) ago
Community Mental Health Support Worker
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Support Staff
Job summary 37.5 hours per week Hello, I'm Tracy, team manager for Barnsley's Older Peoples Community Mental Health Team. We are proud to be offering a full-...
10 day(s) ago
Senior Health Care Support Worker (Podiatry Assistant)
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Support Staff
Job summary 37.5 hours per week As a Senior Health Care Support Worker within Podiatry, you will support the delivery of high-quality podiatry services in a...
10 day(s) ago
Senior Health Care Support Worker (Podiatry Assistant)
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Support Staff
Job summary 37.5 hours per week As a Senior Health Care Support Worker within Podiatry, you will support the delivery of high-quality podiatry services in a...
10 day(s) ago
Health Care Assistant Bank (MH Inpatient) - Band 3
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary We are unable to offer Visa sponsorship for this role.
10 day(s) ago
Health Care Assistant Bank (MH Inpatient) - Band 3
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary We are unable to offer Visa sponsorship for this role.
10 day(s) ago
Administrative Assistant Bank - Band 2
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary The post-holder will: under the supervison/direction of the Administrative Supervisor, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, be aware of...
10 day(s) ago
Administrative Assistant Bank - Band 2
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary The post-holder will: under the supervison/direction of the Administrative Supervisor, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, be aware of...
10 day(s) ago
Administrative Assistant Bank - Band 3
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary We are unable to offer Visa sponsorship for this role.
10 day(s) ago
Administrative Assistant Bank - Band 3
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary We are unable to offer Visa sponsorship for this role.
10 day(s) ago
Clinical Psychology Assistant Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed assistant psychologist who will contribute to the existing team of psychological professi...
15 day(s) ago
Clinical Psychology Assistant Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed assistant psychologist who will contribute to the existing team of psychological professi...
15 day(s) ago
Consultant Psychiatrist
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 123,672 - 150,569 per year
Psychiatrist - General
Job summary 2 x POSTS CONSULTANT IN KIRKLEES Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Folly Hall Mills, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield, HD1 3LT Permanent, full time, 10...
17 day(s) ago
Consultant Psychiatrist
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 123,672 - 150,569 per year
Psychiatrist - General
Job summary 2 x POSTS CONSULTANT IN KIRKLEES Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Folly Hall Mills, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield, HD1 3LT Permanent, full time, 10...
17 day(s) ago
Community Dietitian
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Dietician
Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 5 Dietitian to join our busy Community Nutrition & Dietetics Service in Barnsley, for 1 year from Novembe...
21 day(s) ago
Community Dietitian
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Dietician
Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 5 Dietitian to join our busy Community Nutrition & Dietetics Service in Barnsley, for 1 year from Novembe...
21 day(s) ago
Dietitian
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Dietician
Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 6 Dietitian to join our busy Community Nutrition & Dietetics Service in Barnsley, full time on a permanen...
21 day(s) ago
Dietitian
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Dietician
Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 6 Dietitian to join our busy Community Nutrition & Dietetics Service in Barnsley, full time on a permanen...
21 day(s) ago
Mental Health Nurse
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Clinical Nurse Consultant/CNC
Job summary Are you passionate about Children and Young Peoples mental health and want to make a real difference?
22 day(s) ago
Mental Health Nurse
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Clinical Nurse Consultant/CNC
Job summary Are you passionate about Children and Young Peoples mental health and want to make a real difference?
22 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you looking for a new opportunity in a diverse, positive and exciting service?
22 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you looking for a new opportunity in a diverse, positive and exciting service?
22 day(s) ago
CAMHS Primary Practitioner Band 6
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Social Worker
Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and skilled Band 6 CAMHS Primary Practitioner to join our Primary Intervention Team within Wake...
22 day(s) ago
CAMHS Primary Practitioner Band 6
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Social Worker
Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and skilled Band 6 CAMHS Primary Practitioner to join our Primary Intervention Team within Wake...
22 day(s) ago
Clinical Practitioner - Band 5 to 6 Development Post
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 48,117 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Full-time - 37.5 hours per week As a band 5 qualified nurse you will be expected to contribute to the team by conducting mental health triage, co...
22 day(s) ago
Clinical Practitioner - Band 5 to 6 Development Post
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 48,117 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Full-time - 37.5 hours per week As a band 5 qualified nurse you will be expected to contribute to the team by conducting mental health triage, co...
22 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you looking for a new opportunity in a diverse, positive and exciting service?
22 day(s) ago
Mental Health Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you looking for a new opportunity in a diverse, positive and exciting service?
22 day(s) ago
Clinical Psychologist
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary The Memory Service in Calderdale is looking for a Clinical Psychologist with an interest in neuropsychology and experience of dementia assessment...
22 day(s) ago
Clinical Psychologist
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary The Memory Service in Calderdale is looking for a Clinical Psychologist with an interest in neuropsychology and experience of dementia assessment...
22 day(s) ago
Community Mental Health Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Psychologist
Job summary 37.5 hours per week Are you caring & compassionate & want to make a difference by delivering mental health care & treatment to people in their co...
23 day(s) ago
Community Mental Health Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Psychologist
Job summary 37.5 hours per week Are you caring & compassionate & want to make a difference by delivering mental health care & treatment to people in their co...
23 day(s) ago
Management Accountant
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Health Service Manager/Administrator
Job summary We are delighted to be recruiting for a Band 5 Management Accountant to join our friendly, close-knit and supportive team.
23 day(s) ago
Management Accountant
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Health Service Manager/Administrator
Job summary We are delighted to be recruiting for a Band 5 Management Accountant to join our friendly, close-knit and supportive team.
23 day(s) ago
Facilities Support Worker
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Support Staff
Job summary We are looking to recruit hard working, enthusiastic individuals to join our Facilities Operational Team based at Kendray Hospital.
23 day(s) ago
Facilities Support Worker
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Support Staff
Job summary We are looking to recruit hard working, enthusiastic individuals to join our Facilities Operational Team based at Kendray Hospital.
23 day(s) ago
People Relations Advisor
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 day(s) ago
Reference: 2377230
Job summary
37.5 hours per week - previous applicants need not apply
Are you a People Professional with employee relations experience and a sound understanding of employment law? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
Join our People Directorate and help shape a person-centred culture across the Trust. As part of the People Relations team, you'll support managers and staff on employee relations matters including sickness absence, disciplinary and grievance cases, performance concerns, organisational change and terms and conditions.
Working with a Senior People Relations Advisor, you will manage your own caseload, work independently, use your initiative and contribute to a supportive team.
We're looking for someone with ER experience, CIPD qualification and membership, with excellent communication, organisational and influencing skills.
This is a hybrid role based at Fieldhead Hospital, Wakefield, with travel across the Trust as required.
Help us create an environment where our people can thrive and do their best work.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
Main duties of the job
Policy Development Participate in the review and development of employment policies and procedures that support fair and inclusive practice.
HR Advice Provide guidance on:
- Sickness absence and wellbeing
- Grievance and disciplinary matters
- Organisational change
- Induction concerns
- Grading and discrimination issues
- Equality, diversity and employment terms
Investigations and Hearings Support managers with investigations and participate in formal hearings.
Visa Sponsorship Information: We are able to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position, subject to individual Home Office eligibility criteria. Due to current UK immigration salary thresholds, sponsorship is fully available for applicants who qualify as a 'New Entrant' (such as those switching from a UK Student, Graduate, or Youth Mobility visa) or those who fall under 'Transitional Arrangements' (having held a continuous Skilled Worker visa since before 4 April 2024), as the starting salary comfortably meets the Home Office lower threshold of £27,100. Experienced applicants who do not meet these specific criteria whether applying from inside or outside the UK will only be eligible for sponsorship if their qualifying experience allows them to be appointed at or above the intermediate step point of the Band 5 scale (£33,400 or above), satisfying the standard experienced going rate.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-QA01508A
Job locations
Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
WF1 3SP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The People Relations Advisor will work as part of the Trustwide Operational People Relations Team and will provide a comprehensive, professional and business focussed advisory service with the support of the Senior People Relations advisor and People Relations manager. This will involve coaching and advising Line Managers and employees on a range of employment practices, policies and terms and conditions.
The People Relations Advisor will support the People Relations Business Partners and People Relations managers in their work as part of the Care Group Management Team to promote a valued based approach to the leadership, management and development of the workforce which enables the delivery of safe, effective, caring and well led services in line with the Trusts missions and values.
A key area of work will be to support the Trusts initiatives and workstreams to transform its services and workforce advising on the necessary People Relations interventions to achieve organisational change.
The People Relations Advisor, together with colleagues in the People Relations Team will be expected to support the delivery of key strategic People Relations and People Directorate outcomes in the Care Group.
The delivery of key strategic People Relations and People Directorate outcomes will be supported by the key Enablers of:
Developing a Productive and Quality Workforce
Positive Staff Wellbeing and Effective Engagement
Developing Effective Leaders and Managers
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Strategic People Directorate Outcomes to support the achievement of Trust objectives:
To support the Trusts value based approach to the recruitment and retention of a sustainable workforce able to deliver safe, effective and caring services participating in job matching and evaluation, redeployment etc. of staff due to organisational changes.
To participate in the provision of advice to Managers on the implications of TUPE and other employment legislation e.g. fixed term workers.
To support the People Relations Business Partner and People Relations Managers in the achievement of objectives in the Care Group Annual Plans where People Relations advice or intervention is required e.g. cost improvement programmes affecting the future employment of staff.
As a member of the Trustwide People Directorate Team to provide a comprehensive People Relations service and support, in line with the Trusts values and to meet Care Group objectives.
To participate, as appropriate, in the development and review of value based employment policies and procedures.
With the support of the Senior People Relations Advisor,support and coach Managers in the skills to handle workforce issues as soon as they arise using the People Relations policies in a value based, fair and consistent way in order to ensure safe, effective and caring services are maintained. This includes providing specialist People Relations advice on sickness absence management/wellbeing, grievance, discipline, organisational change processes, issues arising from value based induction, grading discrimination, diversity/equal opportunities and terms and conditions of service.
To provide specialist advice to Managers on the handling of investigations participating on hearing panels when required up to a level of a final written warning.
To build own knowledge of employment legislation and case law in order to inform the advice provided to Managers.
To support the People Relations Business Partner and People Relations manager in embedding value based and model employment practices in the Care Group.
To liaise with colleagues in the People Directorate, where appropriate, re value based recruitment, apprentices etc.
To understand the workforce performance information provided to the Care Groups and how this can be used to support Managers to optimise workforce effectiveness and efficiency e.g. sickness absence trends by service line.
To participate in the delivery of People Relations related training to Managers.
To engage in personal continuous professional development and take advantage of training provided to the People Relations Team which will then impact on the level of service and People Relations advice provided to Managers.
To support the development and implementation of the e-HR system to provide quick and accessible advice and guidance to Managers and staff.
To contribute to the transformation process of the Operational People Relations Team, being involved in discussions about new ways of working and how this will continuously improve the People Relations service offer to the Care Groups.
Strategic People Directorate Enablers
To support the achievement of key strategic People Directorate outcomes to:
1. Developing a Productive and Quality Workforce
To participate in the development of bids for external tenders within the Care Groups and participate in the provision of advice on any subsequent remodelling of the workforce and handling of TUPE transfers of staff.
To ensure that any advice given in relation to the redesign and/or the reduction of the workforce is handled in line with best practice,relevant employment legislation and Trust policies.
2. Positive Staff Wellbeing and Effective Engagement
To support effective partnership working with Staff Side Representatives in order to maintain good employee relations in the best interest of the Trust, services and staff.
To be aware of wellbeing initiatives and action plans from the six month staff wellbeing and engagement survey and how these can be promoted within the Care Groups.
3. Developing Effective Leaders and Managers
To coach Managers in areas of day to day People Relations management increasing their confidence and competence.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The People Relations Advisor will work as part of the Trustwide Operational People Relations Team and will provide a comprehensive, professional and business focussed advisory service with the support of the Senior People Relations advisor and People Relations manager. This will involve coaching and advising Line Managers and employees on a range of employment practices, policies and terms and conditions.
The People Relations Advisor will support the People Relations Business Partners and People Relations managers in their work as part of the Care Group Management Team to promote a valued based approach to the leadership, management and development of the workforce which enables the delivery of safe, effective, caring and well led services in line with the Trusts missions and values.
A key area of work will be to support the Trusts initiatives and workstreams to transform its services and workforce advising on the necessary People Relations interventions to achieve organisational change.
The People Relations Advisor, together with colleagues in the People Relations Team will be expected to support the delivery of key strategic People Relations and People Directorate outcomes in the Care Group.
The delivery of key strategic People Relations and People Directorate outcomes will be supported by the key Enablers of:
Developing a Productive and Quality Workforce
Positive Staff Wellbeing and Effective Engagement
Developing Effective Leaders and Managers
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Strategic People Directorate Outcomes to support the achievement of Trust objectives:
To support the Trusts value based approach to the recruitment and retention of a sustainable workforce able to deliver safe, effective and caring services participating in job matching and evaluation, redeployment etc. of staff due to organisational changes.
To participate in the provision of advice to Managers on the implications of TUPE and other employment legislation e.g. fixed term workers.
To support the People Relations Business Partner and People Relations Managers in the achievement of objectives in the Care Group Annual Plans where People Relations advice or intervention is required e.g. cost improvement programmes affecting the future employment of staff.
As a member of the Trustwide People Directorate Team to provide a comprehensive People Relations service and support, in line with the Trusts values and to meet Care Group objectives.
To participate, as appropriate, in the development and review of value based employment policies and procedures.
With the support of the Senior People Relations Advisor,support and coach Managers in the skills to handle workforce issues as soon as they arise using the People Relations policies in a value based, fair and consistent way in order to ensure safe, effective and caring services are maintained. This includes providing specialist People Relations advice on sickness absence management/wellbeing, grievance, discipline, organisational change processes, issues arising from value based induction, grading discrimination, diversity/equal opportunities and terms and conditions of service.
To provide specialist advice to Managers on the handling of investigations participating on hearing panels when required up to a level of a final written warning.
To build own knowledge of employment legislation and case law in order to inform the advice provided to Managers.
To support the People Relations Business Partner and People Relations manager in embedding value based and model employment practices in the Care Group.
To liaise with colleagues in the People Directorate, where appropriate, re value based recruitment, apprentices etc.
To understand the workforce performance information provided to the Care Groups and how this can be used to support Managers to optimise workforce effectiveness and efficiency e.g. sickness absence trends by service line.
To participate in the delivery of People Relations related training to Managers.
To engage in personal continuous professional development and take advantage of training provided to the People Relations Team which will then impact on the level of service and People Relations advice provided to Managers.
To support the development and implementation of the e-HR system to provide quick and accessible advice and guidance to Managers and staff.
To contribute to the transformation process of the Operational People Relations Team, being involved in discussions about new ways of working and how this will continuously improve the People Relations service offer to the Care Groups.
Strategic People Directorate Enablers
To support the achievement of key strategic People Directorate outcomes to:
1. Developing a Productive and Quality Workforce
To participate in the development of bids for external tenders within the Care Groups and participate in the provision of advice on any subsequent remodelling of the workforce and handling of TUPE transfers of staff.
To ensure that any advice given in relation to the redesign and/or the reduction of the workforce is handled in line with best practice,relevant employment legislation and Trust policies.
2. Positive Staff Wellbeing and Effective Engagement
To support effective partnership working with Staff Side Representatives in order to maintain good employee relations in the best interest of the Trust, services and staff.
To be aware of wellbeing initiatives and action plans from the six month staff wellbeing and engagement survey and how these can be promoted within the Care Groups.
3. Developing Effective Leaders and Managers
To coach Managers in areas of day to day People Relations management increasing their confidence and competence.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience and competence of working in a generalist HR environment including employee relations (eg sickness absence management, disciplinary, Grievance and organisational change.
- Practical experience in providing advice to managers on terms and conditions of service etc.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a Public sector organisation.
- Experience of working in partnership with trade unions.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of Employment Legislation and current HR practice.
- Ability to take minutes at meetings/hearings.
- Training/presentation skills.
- Awareness of job evaluation.
- Effective interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work as a member of a team.
- Computer literacy.
- Have a proactive approach to Equality and Diversity.
- Demonstrable ability to work in a tactful and diplomatic manner.
- Ability to deliver training and coaching to individual managers and groups.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS Terms and Conditions of Service.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work to deadlines.
- Ability to influence others.
- Ability to handle conflict.
- Ability to problem solve/make decisions.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous two years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- Communication written and verbal.
Qualifications
Essential
- CIPD Qualification (Level 5) diploma & Associate membership CIPD;
- or
- CIPD Qualification (Level 3) & Foundation membership CIPD plus experience equivalent to Level 5 Qualification & a willingness to complete the qualification.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience and competence of working in a generalist HR environment including employee relations (eg sickness absence management, disciplinary, Grievance and organisational change.
- Practical experience in providing advice to managers on terms and conditions of service etc.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a Public sector organisation.
- Experience of working in partnership with trade unions.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of Employment Legislation and current HR practice.
- Ability to take minutes at meetings/hearings.
- Training/presentation skills.
- Awareness of job evaluation.
- Effective interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work as a member of a team.
- Computer literacy.
- Have a proactive approach to Equality and Diversity.
- Demonstrable ability to work in a tactful and diplomatic manner.
- Ability to deliver training and coaching to individual managers and groups.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS Terms and Conditions of Service.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work to deadlines.
- Ability to influence others.
- Ability to handle conflict.
- Ability to problem solve/make decisions.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous two years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- Communication written and verbal.
Qualifications
Essential
- CIPD Qualification (Level 5) diploma & Associate membership CIPD;
- or
- CIPD Qualification (Level 3) & Foundation membership CIPD plus experience equivalent to Level 5 Qualification & a willingness to complete the qualification.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
WF1 3SP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
WF1 3SP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Housekeeper
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 3 day(s) ago
Reference: 2373499
Job summary
30 hours per week
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and friendly Housekeeper to join our team at The Poplars, Hemsworth, Wakefield.
If you have a passion for delivering high standards, are keen to work in a dynamic team, and are adaptable to varied working hours, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
The Housekeeper plays a key role in maintaining the cleanliness and infection control standards across the site. You will work as part of the housekeeping team, or independently within the unit.
Ensuring all clinical and non-clinical areas including patient wards and public areas are cleaned to the highest standards.
The position requires a strong proactive attitude with excellent cleaning skills and a can-do attitude.
At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.
We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.
Main duties of the job
The housekeeper will be responsible for maintaining the high cleaning standards of our wards and departments, working with other housekeepers, assistants to various wards and department areas on a daily basis to ensure that the hospital is clean, safe, and provides a welcoming environment to all the Trust`s patients, visitors and staff.
: The Housekeeping team are responsible for maintaining hygiene standards.
: The Housekeepers are responsible for cooking and serving meals to service users.
: Responsible for maintaining correct stock levels in the ward stores, and main stock area.
: The Housekeeper needs to be able to work under pressure with the ability to meet deadlines.
: Good customer service and communication skills, along with being a great Team Player.
: A good working knowledge of COSHH , awareness of the use of colour coding in the NHS would be useful.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
30 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-QA01518
Job locations
The Poplars
Southmoor Hospital
Hemsworth
WF9 4LX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
Provide a high standard of catering and general housekeeping duties within a mental health inpatient environment. Duties will be carried out in line with national standards of cleanliness, infection prevention & control and food safety.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Catering duties
Provide a full meal and snack service to the service users on the wards
a. Receive and store all food in accordance with set standards and Trust policy.
b. Prepare and pack menu items for service users to the required standard, in line with the Trusts Food Safety, HACCP and Health & Safety policies & procedures.
c. Regenerate/prepare and serve meals and sundry items of food adhering to food distribution timescales and in line with the Trusts Food Safety, HACCP and Health & Safety policies & procedures.
d. Wash all items, including all tableware used, following each meal service
e. Ensure the unit catering department is maintained to high standards of cleanliness at all times in line with the Trusts Food Safety, HACCP and Health & Safety policies & procedures.
f. Communicate with multidisciplinary teams (nursing staff, catering and dietitians) to ensure service users receive special diets in accordance with nutritional requirements, allergy status and care plans.
g. Collate and input data required for the ordering of special diets onto the catering department food sheets.
h. Liaise and communicate any menu changes and answer any queries relating to menu changes with service users and nursing staff.
i. Maintain accurate records in relation to food storage and regeneration of food in accordance with Trust policy.
j. Prepare for meal times ensuring menus are displayed in accordance with set standards.
General Housekeeping Duties
Contribute to the safety, efficiency and general tidiness of the whole unit environment
a. Maintain adequate supplies of stock and ad hoc items on the wards by monitoring stock levels, ordering items as required, rotating stock and safely storing items.
b. Ensure bedrooms are prepared appropriately for admissions to the ward
c. Support service users to keep their own property safe and support individuals to use the laundry equipment as required.
d. Report any defective or damaged items, infestations or breakages and arrange for the removal of items as required in accordance with Trust Waste Disposal & Decontamination policies and procedures.
e. Undertake routine and ad hoc environmental and equipment checks and audits as required
f. Maintain cleaning of items as per ward schedules
g. Spot clean throughout the ward as required
Generala. Maintain good working relationships and effective communication with all colleagues, service users and visitors whilst delivering the core duties of a housekeeping service.
b. Adhere to Trust Policies and Procedures at all times.
c. Apply the code of confidentiality with regard to confidential information concerning service users and their care, colleagues & visitors in order not to compromise their safety or well-being.
d. Ensure that all relevant information obtained during the course of interactions with service users is shared with the nurse in charge of the ward area.
e. Safeguard the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults, by adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training.
f. Adhere to the national NHS smoke free policy, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds
g. Be a socially responsible employee by following measures that reduce or offset the Trusts environmental impact
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The post-holder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in conjunction with the post-holder when necessary, in line with service developments.
Trust Values:
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must at all times act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
We put the person first and in the centre
We know that families and carers matter
We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
We improve and aim to be outstanding
We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow
Safeguarding:
Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.
Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.
Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:
All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:
ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;
maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;
understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection Policy;
comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;
receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;
understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;
recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;
ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;
comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);
demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;
abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;
work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.
adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;
being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;
Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;
In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
Provide a high standard of catering and general housekeeping duties within a mental health inpatient environment. Duties will be carried out in line with national standards of cleanliness, infection prevention & control and food safety.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Catering duties
Provide a full meal and snack service to the service users on the wards
a. Receive and store all food in accordance with set standards and Trust policy.
b. Prepare and pack menu items for service users to the required standard, in line with the Trusts Food Safety, HACCP and Health & Safety policies & procedures.
c. Regenerate/prepare and serve meals and sundry items of food adhering to food distribution timescales and in line with the Trusts Food Safety, HACCP and Health & Safety policies & procedures.
d. Wash all items, including all tableware used, following each meal service
e. Ensure the unit catering department is maintained to high standards of cleanliness at all times in line with the Trusts Food Safety, HACCP and Health & Safety policies & procedures.
f. Communicate with multidisciplinary teams (nursing staff, catering and dietitians) to ensure service users receive special diets in accordance with nutritional requirements, allergy status and care plans.
g. Collate and input data required for the ordering of special diets onto the catering department food sheets.
h. Liaise and communicate any menu changes and answer any queries relating to menu changes with service users and nursing staff.
i. Maintain accurate records in relation to food storage and regeneration of food in accordance with Trust policy.
j. Prepare for meal times ensuring menus are displayed in accordance with set standards.
General Housekeeping Duties
Contribute to the safety, efficiency and general tidiness of the whole unit environment
a. Maintain adequate supplies of stock and ad hoc items on the wards by monitoring stock levels, ordering items as required, rotating stock and safely storing items.
b. Ensure bedrooms are prepared appropriately for admissions to the ward
c. Support service users to keep their own property safe and support individuals to use the laundry equipment as required.
d. Report any defective or damaged items, infestations or breakages and arrange for the removal of items as required in accordance with Trust Waste Disposal & Decontamination policies and procedures.
e. Undertake routine and ad hoc environmental and equipment checks and audits as required
f. Maintain cleaning of items as per ward schedules
g. Spot clean throughout the ward as required
Generala. Maintain good working relationships and effective communication with all colleagues, service users and visitors whilst delivering the core duties of a housekeeping service.
b. Adhere to Trust Policies and Procedures at all times.
c. Apply the code of confidentiality with regard to confidential information concerning service users and their care, colleagues & visitors in order not to compromise their safety or well-being.
d. Ensure that all relevant information obtained during the course of interactions with service users is shared with the nurse in charge of the ward area.
e. Safeguard the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults, by adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training.
f. Adhere to the national NHS smoke free policy, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds
g. Be a socially responsible employee by following measures that reduce or offset the Trusts environmental impact
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The post-holder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in conjunction with the post-holder when necessary, in line with service developments.
Trust Values:
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must at all times act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
We put the person first and in the centre
We know that families and carers matter
We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
We improve and aim to be outstanding
We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow
Safeguarding:
Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.
Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.
Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:
All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:
ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;
maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;
understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection Policy;
comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;
receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;
understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;
recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;
ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;
comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);
demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;
abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;
work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.
adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;
being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;
Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;
In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Smart appearance.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Flexible approach to working patterns, change and unpredictable environments.
- Caring, friendly attitude.
- Ability to deliver high standards of work at all times.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills. Able to communicate with service users, work colleagues and visitors in a courteous and sensitive manner.
- Ability to work without immediate supervision, being able to prioritise, and use own initiative.
- Positive can do attitude.
Desirable
- Basic Health & Safety awareness.
Training
Essential
- Commitment to undertaking relevant training commensurate to the job role.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a demanding work environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in an industrial cleaning and/or catering environment.
- Experience within a customer care/or a patient focused environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety or willing to undertake and successfully complete within 12 months * (can be obtained through SWYPFT).
- Basic literacy and numeric skills.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Smart appearance.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Flexible approach to working patterns, change and unpredictable environments.
- Caring, friendly attitude.
- Ability to deliver high standards of work at all times.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills. Able to communicate with service users, work colleagues and visitors in a courteous and sensitive manner.
- Ability to work without immediate supervision, being able to prioritise, and use own initiative.
- Positive can do attitude.
Desirable
- Basic Health & Safety awareness.
Training
Essential
- Commitment to undertaking relevant training commensurate to the job role.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a demanding work environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in an industrial cleaning and/or catering environment.
- Experience within a customer care/or a patient focused environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety or willing to undertake and successfully complete within 12 months * (can be obtained through SWYPFT).
- Basic literacy and numeric skills.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
The Poplars
Southmoor Hospital
Hemsworth
WF9 4LX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
The Poplars
Southmoor Hospital
Hemsworth
WF9 4LX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 8 day(s) ago
Reference: 2362525
Job summary
37.5 hours per week - two years fixed term
Are you interested in becoming a Pharmacy Technician?
Hi, I'm Sarah and have worked as part of the trust wide pharmacy team for the last 11 years. We are a close-knit, supportive team and thats what makes it a great place to work. We all care about our team and the people we support both in hospital and in community.
If you like the idea of working in this environment, we have an exciting apprenticeship opportunity for you to join us. The post is based at Fieldhead Hospital Pharmacy in Wakefield, with visits to our sites in Barnsley, Dewsbury, Halifax and Huddersfield.
The successful candidate will undertake a 2-year fixed term, level 3 apprenticeship contract giving them an opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge to register as a Pharmacy Technician, on successful completion of the course.
Candidates need to possess a minimum of 4 GCSEs or equivalent at grade 4 (grade C) or above, including Maths, English and Science.
The starting salary for this post is NHS Band 3 equivalent £24,937 dependant on previous NHS service.
The post will not attract a work permit; applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK.
If this sounds like an opportunity for you to pursue a career in Pharmacy, we look forward to receiving your application.
If you would like more details or to come for an informal visit, please contact: Sarah Smith([email protected]).
Main duties of the job
Our Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician will be provided with training over a 2-year period covering inpatient and community mental health, learning disability and wellbeing services across Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. As well as an opportunity for placements in an acute trust and community pharmacy.
You will help support the dispensary team at Fieldhead Hospital and Pharmacy teams, across the Trust, provide Pharmacy services to in-patients, out-patients and clinics.
On successful completion of their first year, the successful candidate will provide a pharmacy service to the ward environment. Full training and support will be given.
This is a full-time post and includes day release for college, via a blended learning approach, during term time. In addition, allocated study time is provided in the workplace.
The successful candidate will become part of a friendly and professional Pharmacy Team, supporting different specialities in acute mental health, forensic and rehabilitation settings.
At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.
We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
24 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
2 years
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-QA01517
Job locations
Pharmacy, Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
W Yorkshire
WF1 3SP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
Train to be a registered Pharmacy Technician over a 2-year period undertaking Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Standard level 3. This includes competency-based training, assessment in the workplace and studying the underpinning knowledge requirements through an accredited training provider, to gain the Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians allowing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
KEY RESULT AREAS:
The postholder will:
Work as part of the Trust wide pharmacy team.
Participate in the full range of pharmaceutical services at the Trust.
Contribute to the smooth running of the department, including where necessary cover for other staff.
- Dispense clinically validated prescriptions, accurately and perform a 3-way check on the items prior to placing on the bench for a final accuracy check.
Issue medication against a stock order/picking list.
Involvement in efficient stock control and stock management systems for the dispensary, wards, and departments, including stocktaking.
Assist in the ordering process for medicines and consumables.
Involvement in stock discrepancies and shortages, liaising with colleagues to help rectify.
Reception duties including answering the phone and hatch in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate records including the use of computer equipment.
Communicate effectively with service users, visitors, colleagues, other health professionals and external suppliers.
Work at other localities, for training purposes when necessary.
Demonstrate your role to other staff, as appropriate.
Maintain safe systems of work, including fire safety, department, and Trust safety policies.
Follow standard operating procedures.
Fully participate in the learning agreement including any learning and study experiences offered.
Promote the professional image of Pharmacy, both within the Trust and when studying with the learning provider.
Upon completion of the course and training scheme be eligible for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties that fall within the grade of the job, in discussion with the manager.
KEY RESULT AREAS
The Apprentice will progress to the second year on successful completion of the first year. This placement is subject to a learning agreement which sets out the terms and conditions of this placement.
The Apprentice will undertake the necessary training to complete the Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Standard Level 3 with the support of an accredited training provider via a blended learning approach. Following this, the apprentice will be able to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
TRUST VALUES
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g., service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect always. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
We put the person first and in the centre.
We know that families and carers matter.
We are respectful, honest, open, and transparent.
We improve and aim to be outstanding.
We are relevant for today and ready for tomorrow.
SAFEGUARDING
Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.
Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.
TRUST POLICIES AND COMMITMENTS (to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy)
All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:
Ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns.
Maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct.
understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy
Comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually.
Receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed.
Understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy.
Recognise, respect, and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity.
Ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training.
Comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e., CPD, Audit, Supervision);
Demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team, and service wide quality improvement.
Abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached.
Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.
Adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds.
Being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact.
Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly.
In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Job description Job responsibilities JOB SUMMARYTrain to be a registered Pharmacy Technician over a 2-year period undertaking Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Standard level 3. This includes competency-based training, assessment in the workplace and studying the underpinning knowledge requirements through an accredited training provider, to gain the Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians allowing registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).KEY RESULT AREAS:The postholder will: Work as part of the Trust wide pharmacy team. Participate in the full range of pharmaceutical services at the Trust. Contribute to the smooth running of the department, including where necessary cover for other staff. Dispense clinically validated prescriptions, accurately and perform a 3-way check on the items prior to placing on the bench for a final accuracy check. Issue medication against a stock order/picking list. Involvement in efficient stock control and stock management systems for the dispensary, wards, and departments, including stocktaking. Assist in the ordering process for medicines and consumables. Involvement in stock discrepancies and shortages, liaising with colleagues to help rectify. Reception duties including answering the phone and hatch in a timely manner. Maintain accurate records including the use of computer equipment. Communicate effectively with service users, visitors, colleagues, other health professionals and external suppliers. Work at other localities, for training purposes when necessary. Demonstrate your role to other staff, as appropriate. Maintain safe systems of work, including fire safety, department, and Trust safety policies. Follow standard operating procedures. Fully participate in the learning agreement including any learning and study experiences offered. Promote the professional image of Pharmacy, both within the Trust and when studying with the learning provider. Upon completion of the course and training scheme be eligible for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties that fall within the grade of the job, in discussion with the manager.KEY RESULT AREASThe Apprentice will progress to the second year on successful completion of the first year. This placement is subject to a learning agreement which sets out the terms and conditions of this placement.The Apprentice will undertake the necessary training to complete the Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Standard Level 3 with the support of an accredited training provider via a blended learning approach. Following this, the apprentice will be able to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council. TRUST VALUESThe Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g., service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect always. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values: We put the person first and in the centre. We know that families and carers matter. We are respectful, honest, open, and transparent. We improve and aim to be outstanding. We are relevant for today and ready for tomorrow.SAFEGUARDING Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy. Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.TRUST POLICIES AND COMMITMENTS (to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy)All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to: Ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns. Maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct. understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy Comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually. Receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed. Understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy. Recognise, respect, and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity. Ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training. Comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e., CPD, Audit, Supervision); Demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team, and service wide quality improvement. Abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached. Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards. Adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds. Being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact. Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly.In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care. This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached. All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients. We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
Training
Essential
- Must be willing to complete Level 3 Diploma.
- Able to register with GPhC on completion of training.
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a hospital / community pharmacy.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Work in a professional manner.
- Good keyboard skills.
- Ability to work accurately.
- Good organisational skills for self and tasks.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Good time management skills.
- Computer literate.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Pharmacy services.
- Awareness of health and safety issues.
- Analytical skills.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Committed to work/study.
- Organised.
- Self-motivated.
- Enthusiastic.
- Team player.
- Aware of, and able to work within own limitations. Seeks help/advice when needed.
- Flexible and adaptable.
Qualifications
Essential
- 4 GCSEs Grade 4 or above to include Maths, English and Science.
Desirable
- IT qualification.
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services.
Trust Values
Essential
- Be open, honest, respectful, and transparent.
Desirable
- Involve service users, carers and families in their care as needed.
Person Specification Physical Attributes Essential A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. Training Essential Must be willing to complete Level 3 Diploma. Able to register with GPhC on completion of training. Experience Desirable Previous experience of working in a hospital / community pharmacy. Special Knowledge/Skills Essential Work in a professional manner. Good keyboard skills. Ability to work accurately. Good organisational skills for self and tasks. Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Good time management skills. Computer literate. Ability to work under pressure. Desirable Knowledge of Pharmacy services. Awareness of health and safety issues. Analytical skills. Personal Attributes Essential Committed to work/study. Organised. Self-motivated. Enthusiastic. Team player. Aware of, and able to work within own limitations. Seeks help/advice when needed. Flexible and adaptable. Qualifications Essential 4 GCSEs Grade 4 or above to include Maths, English and Science. Desirable IT qualification. NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services. Trust Values Essential Be open, honest, respectful, and transparent. Desirable Involve service users, carers and families in their care as needed.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Pharmacy, Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
W Yorkshire
WF1 3SP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Pharmacy, Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
W Yorkshire
WF1 3SP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Nurse Bank (MH Inpatient) - Band 5
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2357523
Job summary
You are invited to apply to join the Trust Bank as a Registered Nurse which entails working on an as and when required basis. Bank cover is available to support services Trustwide, which includes Barnsley, Calderdale, Dewsbury, Huddersfield and Wakefield.
We are looking for committed Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMN) and Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD). The role will be varied, challenging and rewarding which requires a positive outlook and an ability to develop and maintain a meaningful therapeutic relationship with the service users. The focus of the role is on delivering the highest possible standards of care that maximises service user recovery and rehabilitation potential. You will have high standards of communication and people skills, a non-judgemental and person-centred approach and above all a real caring attitude and be prepared to make a difference. Criteria for being registered on the Trust Bank is that you can commit to a minim of 4 shifts in a 6 month period and all mandatory training is kept up to date.
This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside staff in delivering a high quality nursing service by working in partnership with health care professionals, the service users and their family/carers.
Any opportunities for temporary/fixed term contract or positions advertised internally are available for Bank workers to apply.
Main duties of the job
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide some low and medium secure (forensic) services to the whole of Yorkshire and the Humber.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities and we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical support services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
Being a foundation trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including our staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help every year.
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative .
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers. We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract
Bank
Duration
365 days
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-Bank-0926
Job locations
Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
wf1 3sp
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work flexibly to cover shifts to provide a 365 day per year service
Act as shift co-ordinator as required and to participate in the planning and co-ordinating of the shift to ensure smooth and effective running of the service and role model best practice
Co-ordinate and lead the team to make effective use of team skills to provide the best possible standards of care and treatment / interventions
To prioritise workload in keeping with the team and service objectives
Take full involvement as a primary nurse by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatment / care for named service users
To actively participate and contribute to service users reviews, ward rounds, meetings as applicable
To provide care and specific interventions for other service users as allocated on a daily basis, and directly in accordance with their written care plan
Communication
Maintain accurate and up to date care plans for each service user
Maintain effective use of systems for service user and carer documentation
Contribute to keeping statistical service records, be involved in the evaluation process, as required by the manager
Develop good working relationships with consultants, their teams and other trust teams and services to ensure effective service delivery and best use of resources
Develop positive relationships with non-statutory and voluntary agencies to develop working partnerships as appropriate to the service development and local delivery
Positively embrace service user / carer involvement in all aspects of service delivery wherever and whenever possible
Inform all service users of their right to access their care plan, and to actively encourage them to read, write / evaluate their care plan
In conjunction with the team contribute constructively to develop and communicate a shared philosophy of culture and practice
To work within the boundaries of accountability and confidentiality
Human Resources / Supervision / Management
Know, maintain and constantly strive to improve all standards of care and procedures (written and implicit) within the team
Ensure that high standards of care are maintained by self and peers
To provide direction, guidance and support to junior staff
Participate in and provide clinical supervision
Take responsibility for creating an environment that respects and values equality, diversity and rights
Take responsibility for creating an environment that promotes health, safety and security for service users, carers and staff
Maintain awareness of developments in clinical practice
Act in a manner which will promote a positive image of the service, the trust, with the public, service users and other staff
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work flexibly to cover shifts to provide a 365 day per year service
Act as shift co-ordinator as required and to participate in the planning and co-ordinating of the shift to ensure smooth and effective running of the service and role model best practice
Co-ordinate and lead the team to make effective use of team skills to provide the best possible standards of care and treatment / interventions
To prioritise workload in keeping with the team and service objectives
Take full involvement as a primary nurse by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatment / care for named service users
To actively participate and contribute to service users reviews, ward rounds, meetings as applicable
To provide care and specific interventions for other service users as allocated on a daily basis, and directly in accordance with their written care plan
Communication
Maintain accurate and up to date care plans for each service user
Maintain effective use of systems for service user and carer documentation
Contribute to keeping statistical service records, be involved in the evaluation process, as required by the manager
Develop good working relationships with consultants, their teams and other trust teams and services to ensure effective service delivery and best use of resources
Develop positive relationships with non-statutory and voluntary agencies to develop working partnerships as appropriate to the service development and local delivery
Positively embrace service user / carer involvement in all aspects of service delivery wherever and whenever possible
Inform all service users of their right to access their care plan, and to actively encourage them to read, write / evaluate their care plan
In conjunction with the team contribute constructively to develop and communicate a shared philosophy of culture and practice
To work within the boundaries of accountability and confidentiality
Human Resources / Supervision / Management
Know, maintain and constantly strive to improve all standards of care and procedures (written and implicit) within the team
Ensure that high standards of care are maintained by self and peers
To provide direction, guidance and support to junior staff
Participate in and provide clinical supervision
Take responsibility for creating an environment that respects and values equality, diversity and rights
Take responsibility for creating an environment that promotes health, safety and security for service users, carers and staff
Maintain awareness of developments in clinical practice
Act in a manner which will promote a positive image of the service, the trust, with the public, service users and other staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse on the appropriate part of the register
Desirable
- Relevant post basic qualifications CBT/PSI. Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
Experience
Essential
- Involvement in a systematic approach to care: Assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation. Awareness of the Care Programme Approach. Working with individuals who have mental health needs or working with people with a learning disability. Knowledge of key worker/primary nurse system. Working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team/working with other disciplines. Knowledge of collaborative working within a recovery based model of intervention. Clinical/Professional Supervision.
Desirable
- Implementation of the Care Programme Approach. Experience of leading and supervising junior/unqualified staff. Experience of working with a care pathway approach toward recovery. Experience of working with risk assessment models i.e. HCR, 20. Experience using risk tools to support assessment and interventions in relevant clinical setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse on the appropriate part of the register
Desirable
- Relevant post basic qualifications CBT/PSI. Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
Experience
Essential
- Involvement in a systematic approach to care: Assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation. Awareness of the Care Programme Approach. Working with individuals who have mental health needs or working with people with a learning disability. Knowledge of key worker/primary nurse system. Working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team/working with other disciplines. Knowledge of collaborative working within a recovery based model of intervention. Clinical/Professional Supervision.
Desirable
- Implementation of the Care Programme Approach. Experience of leading and supervising junior/unqualified staff. Experience of working with a care pathway approach toward recovery. Experience of working with risk assessment models i.e. HCR, 20. Experience using risk tools to support assessment and interventions in relevant clinical setting
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
wf1 3sp
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
wf1 3sp
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Community Support Worker
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2357507
Job summary
37.5 hours per week
Hi, Im Shani the team manager, and Im really pleased youre looking at this opportunity. The Community Enhancing Recovery Team (CERT) was est in 2023 and offer intensive support to service users within the Enhanced Pathway. The Main focus of the service was to assist people who are in longer term hospital back into the community. The team have now expanded to include people who are being considered for locked rehabilitation, the aim here is to actively increase their support in the community & to avoid admission. Working with the care coordinators, the right candidate will provide additional support for the person.
We are looking for a support worker to join the team,
If you are a support worker that is passionate about providing care a service user population, that have longer term, complex needs and often find themselves stuck in their journey to recovery.
Please get in touch with me, Shani Robinson 07979690213 [email protected].
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
Main duties of the job
The support workers role in the team would be to work with other members of the MDT to create and deliver care.
The support worker will be using their skills & knowledge to help prevent admission and implement rehabilitation at home away from locked rehabilitation units.
The most important skills necessary are that you are caring & compassionate & have the patience & ability to listen to the person goals & aspirations. You have to want to make a difference to someones life who has complex emotional needs & to work with them in a trauma informed way. The role will require you to create links with local community groups & to work as a collaborative part of the MDT around the person.
You will also be required to input into care reviews meetings and you may also be required to in reach to local inpatient units and locked rehabilitation units.
If you would like to more information, please contact Shani Robinson for more details.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-B2378
Job locations
James Barnes Centre, Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will:
Under the supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, seek support as and when necessary, in the delivery of psychological and physical care to a defined group of people.
As part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
Develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and empathetic approach, communicating effectively and informatively.
Demonstrate an understanding of the care and treatment programmes of a designated group of service users to enable you to instruct, advise and guide service users, family and carers. To make the appropriate adjustments within own level of competence and be able to communicate any changes to service users and registered health care professionals.
Be required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan eg, following the observation policy, taking, recording of physical observations etc, and responding to issues of concern appropriately. This may include areas of work requiring physical effort, with regard to risk, health & safety.
Exercise a degree of independence, initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when delivering tasks. Assess situations, for eg, following the observation policy, identify and resolve potential problems within own levels of competence.
Ensure the care experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Feedback their observations to the registered professional / clinical team to contribute to the care planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg, enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/ independence/recovery.
Implement care within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established clinical care plans. Organise a range of activities eg, facilitate meaningful activities.
Apply basic knowledge of longer-term health conditions, within the remit of care planning, providing advice, support and feedback to a registered professional.
Undertake the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.
Assist in dealing with verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this may include the need for restraint and/or seclusion (as appropriate to the role).
Support service users with personal care duties (bathing, toileting, dressing, support with meals, assist patients with their appearance), as part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
Undertakes a limited range of delegated clinical care duties relevant to the service provided/work area and records patient observations: e.g. taking blood pressure, blood glucose monitoring, pregnancy testing, observing patients for signs of agitation or distress, removal of peripheral cannula urinalysis, removal of catheter.
Participate in a flexible rostering arrangement providing 24-hour/7 day care (as appropriate to the role)
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will:
Under the supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, seek support as and when necessary, in the delivery of psychological and physical care to a defined group of people.
As part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
Develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and empathetic approach, communicating effectively and informatively.
Demonstrate an understanding of the care and treatment programmes of a designated group of service users to enable you to instruct, advise and guide service users, family and carers. To make the appropriate adjustments within own level of competence and be able to communicate any changes to service users and registered health care professionals.
Be required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan eg, following the observation policy, taking, recording of physical observations etc, and responding to issues of concern appropriately. This may include areas of work requiring physical effort, with regard to risk, health & safety.
Exercise a degree of independence, initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when delivering tasks. Assess situations, for eg, following the observation policy, identify and resolve potential problems within own levels of competence.
Ensure the care experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Feedback their observations to the registered professional / clinical team to contribute to the care planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg, enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/ independence/recovery.
Implement care within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established clinical care plans. Organise a range of activities eg, facilitate meaningful activities.
Apply basic knowledge of longer-term health conditions, within the remit of care planning, providing advice, support and feedback to a registered professional.
Undertake the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.
Assist in dealing with verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this may include the need for restraint and/or seclusion (as appropriate to the role).
Support service users with personal care duties (bathing, toileting, dressing, support with meals, assist patients with their appearance), as part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
Undertakes a limited range of delegated clinical care duties relevant to the service provided/work area and records patient observations: e.g. taking blood pressure, blood glucose monitoring, pregnancy testing, observing patients for signs of agitation or distress, removal of peripheral cannula urinalysis, removal of catheter.
Participate in a flexible rostering arrangement providing 24-hour/7 day care (as appropriate to the role)
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grades 1-9 (certificate check) OR functional skills level 1 or equivalent ( measured through BKSB).
- Level 2 regulated health care qualification or equivalent qualification (certificate check) OR equivalent work experience (references/previous experience/application form).
- Ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3 (recruitment assessment centre).
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement (on-job training).
Desirable
- Apprenticeship level 3 or equivalent eg, RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Willingness to undertake further study.
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs.
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and under own initiative or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills.
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users.
- Demonstrates safe decision-making skills commensurate with role.
- Excellent communicator.
- Good IT/keyboard skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding.
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Demonstrates Trust Values.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good administration and organisational skills.
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental risks etc. and act appropriately.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value-based induction.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grades 1-9 (certificate check) OR functional skills level 1 or equivalent ( measured through BKSB).
- Level 2 regulated health care qualification or equivalent qualification (certificate check) OR equivalent work experience (references/previous experience/application form).
- Ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3 (recruitment assessment centre).
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement (on-job training).
Desirable
- Apprenticeship level 3 or equivalent eg, RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Willingness to undertake further study.
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs.
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and under own initiative or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills.
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users.
- Demonstrates safe decision-making skills commensurate with role.
- Excellent communicator.
- Good IT/keyboard skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding.
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Demonstrates Trust Values.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good administration and organisational skills.
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental risks etc. and act appropriately.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value-based induction.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
James Barnes Centre, Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
James Barnes Centre, Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Therapy Assistant - Neighbourhood Rehabilitation Service
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2357505
Job summary
37.5 hours per week
Are you a motivated, forward-thinking Therapy Assistant looking to make a real difference in your community?
Join our Neighbourhood Rehabilitation Service (NRS) which encompasses the Intermediate Care team & Long-Term Condition Pathway working across Barnsley Community.
The team provides rehabilitation to patients in their own home & residential care settings.
The service provides specialist community therapy assessment & treatment to improve health & independence. In addition, the service offers rehabilitation to enable earlier discharge from hospital or to prevent hospital admission.
The successful applicant will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside Physiotherapists & Occupational therapists across our Neighbourhood Teams.
Following initial assessment by a registered health care professional, you will exercise initiative & judgement in contributing to enabling service users to reach their potential & develop knowledge to promote holistic care. You will also be responsible for co-ordinating the duty rota, distributing shifts & daily visits to support workers within the team.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
Main duties of the job
As Therapy Assistant you will:
Work in close liaison with wider MDT, excellent communication & time management skills are essential
Provide high standards of safe & compassionate care to people that maximises their rehabilitation potential
Participate in training, education, & clinical supervision to develop skills & knowledge & apply continuous reflection on own practice
Possess high levels of communication skills & excellent interpersonal skills
Be committed to teamwork & delivering high quality patient care
Exercise a degree of independence, under supervision, using your initiative & judgment when delivering tasks
Develop & maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people & ensure the care experienced is positive & service user safety is maintained
Support & motivate patients to participate in their rehabilitation
The use of a vehicle to undertake any necessary travel in connection with the duties of the post is essential
Hours of work will include weekends & bank holidays
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-B2379
Job locations
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will:
under the supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, seek support as and when necessary, in the delivery of therapeutic interventions, psychological and physical care to a defined group of people.
as part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and empathetic approach, communicating effectively and informatively.
demonstrate an understanding of the care and treatment programmes of a designated group of service users to enable you to instruct, advise & guide service users, family and carers. To make the appropriate adjustments independently (within own competence and skill set) and be able to communicate any changes to service users and registered health care professionals.
be required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan eg, following the observation policy, taking, recording of physical observations etc, and responding to issues of concern appropriately. This may include areas of work requiring physical effort, with regard to risk, health & safety.
exercise a degree of independence, initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when delivering tasks. Assess situations, identify and resolve potential problems, within own competence and skill set.
ensure the care experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
contribute to the care planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg, enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/ independence/recovery.
implement care within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established clinical care plans. Organise a range of activities eg, facilitate meaningful activities for individuals or small groups.
apply knowledge of longer term health conditions eg, Diabetes, Obesity, smoking cessation etc, providing advice and support.
Undertake the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.
assist in dealing with verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this may include the need for restraint and/or seclusion (as appropriate to the role and in line with Trust policy and training)
attend to the service users personal care needs as required
participate in a flexible rostering arrangement providing 24-hour/7 day care (as appropriate to the role)
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will:
under the supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, seek support as and when necessary, in the delivery of therapeutic interventions, psychological and physical care to a defined group of people.
as part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and empathetic approach, communicating effectively and informatively.
demonstrate an understanding of the care and treatment programmes of a designated group of service users to enable you to instruct, advise & guide service users, family and carers. To make the appropriate adjustments independently (within own competence and skill set) and be able to communicate any changes to service users and registered health care professionals.
be required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan eg, following the observation policy, taking, recording of physical observations etc, and responding to issues of concern appropriately. This may include areas of work requiring physical effort, with regard to risk, health & safety.
exercise a degree of independence, initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when delivering tasks. Assess situations, identify and resolve potential problems, within own competence and skill set.
ensure the care experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
contribute to the care planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg, enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/ independence/recovery.
implement care within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established clinical care plans. Organise a range of activities eg, facilitate meaningful activities for individuals or small groups.
apply knowledge of longer term health conditions eg, Diabetes, Obesity, smoking cessation etc, providing advice and support.
Undertake the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.
assist in dealing with verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this may include the need for restraint and/or seclusion (as appropriate to the role and in line with Trust policy and training)
attend to the service users personal care needs as required
participate in a flexible rostering arrangement providing 24-hour/7 day care (as appropriate to the role)
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs(where appropriate to the role).
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills.
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users (where appropriate to the role).
- Demonstrates safe decision making skills commensurate with role.
- Excellent communicator, numeracy and literacy skills level 3 and good IT/keyboard skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding.
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Demonstrates Trust Values.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good administration and organisational skills.
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental etc. risks and act appropriately.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value based induction.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in Maths and English or equivalent.
- RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent relevant to the post.
- Or, RQF/NVQ level 2 in health and social care with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3.
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement (where appropriate to the post).
Desirable
- Level 4 units in Health & Social Care (or other relevant to the post).
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Willingness to undertake further study towards level 4 qualification.
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs(where appropriate to the role).
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills.
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users (where appropriate to the role).
- Demonstrates safe decision making skills commensurate with role.
- Excellent communicator, numeracy and literacy skills level 3 and good IT/keyboard skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding.
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Demonstrates Trust Values.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good administration and organisational skills.
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental etc. risks and act appropriately.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value based induction.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in Maths and English or equivalent.
- RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent relevant to the post.
- Or, RQF/NVQ level 2 in health and social care with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3.
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement (where appropriate to the post).
Desirable
- Level 4 units in Health & Social Care (or other relevant to the post).
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Willingness to undertake further study towards level 4 qualification.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Clinical Psychology Assistant Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2357483
Job summary
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Are you passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities and committed to improving their quality of life?
Would you be interested to be part of a thriving multi-disciplinary health team?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Clinical Psychology Assistant Practitioner to join the Wakefield Adult Community Learning Disabilities Health Service.
You will join an experienced, well-established and committed specialist multi-disciplinary team who are based in Wakefield. The Team consists of a comprehensive multi-disciplinary team including psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, learning disability nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapist, speech & language therapists, dietician, therapy assistants and healthcare support workers. The Team works together to support individuals aged 18 and over with diagnosed learning disabilities and their families/carers.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be part of a multi-disciplinary community learning disability health team working with adults with learning disabilities in Wakefield. As well as clinical psychology, the team is comprised of occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, nursing physiotherapy and psychiatry.
The post is supervised by qualified clinical psychologist and involves direct assessment, formulation and intervention work with service users, as well as indirect working with family-carers and staff teams. You will also be involved in audit, service development and clinical governance. The service has close links with the local clinical psychology doctorate course at Leeds, and we regularly take trainees on placement.
We are looking for a highly motivated, psychology graduate with a positive and progressive outlook who aspires to provide the best standard of care and support for service users.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.
We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-W1545
Job locations
Block 9, Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
WF13SP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
To support and enhance the professional psychological care of clients within the service, across all sectors of care; providing psychological assessment and psychological interventions under the supervision of a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist, working independently according to a plan agreed with a HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist and within the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures. To assist in clinically related administration, conduct of audits, collection of statistics, and development of audit and / or research projects, teaching and project work.
ORGANISATIONAL CHART
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Clinical:
1. To undertake protocol based psychological assessments of clients applying psychological theory, including neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the clients care.
2. To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological treatment and / or management of a clients problems, under the supervision of a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist.
3. To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups or clinical projects.
4. To work with other staff to assess community patients and review their care in preparation for multi-disciplinary reviews.
5. To assist in the development of a psychological based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, across all settings where care takes place.
6. To attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings.
7. To respect diversity. To treat everyone with dignity and respect and act in ways that acknowledge and recognise peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
To support and enhance the professional psychological care of clients within the service, across all sectors of care; providing psychological assessment and psychological interventions under the supervision of a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist, working independently according to a plan agreed with a HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist and within the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures. To assist in clinically related administration, conduct of audits, collection of statistics, and development of audit and / or research projects, teaching and project work.
ORGANISATIONAL CHART
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Clinical:
1. To undertake protocol based psychological assessments of clients applying psychological theory, including neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the clients care.
2. To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological treatment and / or management of a clients problems, under the supervision of a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist.
3. To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups or clinical projects.
4. To work with other staff to assess community patients and review their care in preparation for multi-disciplinary reviews.
5. To assist in the development of a psychological based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, across all settings where care takes place.
6. To attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings.
7. To respect diversity. To treat everyone with dignity and respect and act in ways that acknowledge and recognise peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- An Honours degree in Psychology (2:1)
- Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
- Ability to communicate information which may be perceived as contentious to patients, carers and colleagues in a manner that promotes understanding and acceptance
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems, learning disabilities and/or other disabilities.
- An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to health and social service contexts.
- An understanding of psychology applied to health care.
Desirable
- Experience using computers for databases or data-analysis.
- Experience using microcomputers for databases or data analysis especially SPSS for Windows
- High standard of report writing
Training
Desirable
- Further post-graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis
Personal Attributes
Essential
- An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
- An ability to interact effectively with people with mental health problems or learning disabilities.
- Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
- Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.
- Able to travel throughout the catchment area, without unnecessary delays.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability)
Desirable
- An interest in working with people with mental health problems.
- A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology.
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities and/or psychological/behavioural/ neurological problems
Desirable
- Experience of paid work in direct care provision, particularly in the care group of the specialty of this post.
- Experience of administering and scoring neuropsychological assessments.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- An Honours degree in Psychology (2:1)
- Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
- Ability to communicate information which may be perceived as contentious to patients, carers and colleagues in a manner that promotes understanding and acceptance
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems, learning disabilities and/or other disabilities.
- An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to health and social service contexts.
- An understanding of psychology applied to health care.
Desirable
- Experience using computers for databases or data-analysis.
- Experience using microcomputers for databases or data analysis especially SPSS for Windows
- High standard of report writing
Training
Desirable
- Further post-graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis
Personal Attributes
Essential
- An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
- An ability to interact effectively with people with mental health problems or learning disabilities.
- Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
- Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.
- Able to travel throughout the catchment area, without unnecessary delays.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability)
Desirable
- An interest in working with people with mental health problems.
- A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology.
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities and/or psychological/behavioural/ neurological problems
Desirable
- Experience of paid work in direct care provision, particularly in the care group of the specialty of this post.
- Experience of administering and scoring neuropsychological assessments.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Block 9, Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
WF13SP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Block 9, Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
WF13SP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Community Mental Health Support Worker
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2357384
Job summary
37.5 hours per week
Hello, I'm Tracy, team manager for Barnsley's Older Peoples Community Mental Health Team. We are proud to be offering a full-time band 3 community mental health support worker post.
Based at Summer Lane clinic, Wombwell in Barnsley, you will work across the Barnsley locality and must have a full UK driving licence and access to a car.
Our team has achieved reaccreditation from the Royal College of Psychiatrists, a testament to the exceptional care and compassion we provide to the people of Barnsley. We place older adults, their carers and families at the centre of our work.
Joining us means stepping into a supportive, inclusive, and values led team where your ideas, strengths, and contributions will have real impact. Were looking for someone who shares our passion for holistic mental health care and who will flourish in a team proud of its achievements and excited about what lies ahead.
If you meet the required criteria, wed be delighted to receive your application. And if you'd like an informal chat about the role, Id be more than happy to talk with you.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
Main duties of the job
Using your skills, knowledge and experience of working with mental health conditions in later life, you will work closely with our MDT to facilitate the care plans developed by our qualified practitioners.
You will support people living with a wide range of mental health conditions, many of whom also experience physical health needs. Using a recoveryfocused, empowering approach, you will help individuals build confidence, develop independence, and work toward fulfilling and meaningful lives. Your practice will be grounded in highquality, evidencebased care tailored to each person, delivering therapeutic interventions such as psychosocial support and facilitating purposeful, engaging activities. You will identify and respond to risk, supporting service users in safe and positive risktaking.
You will either already have, or be willing to develop, essential physical health monitoring skills including venepuncture, blood pressure monitoring, and ECG application.
You will work in line with all relevant local and national policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality at all times. Competence with IT systems, including electronic patient records, is required.
Mandatory training will be completed, with opportunities for ongoing professional development. You will receive regular supervision and an annual appraisal to support your growth and practice.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-B2361B
Job locations
OPMHT, Summer Lane Clinic
Summer Lane, Wombwell
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S73 8QH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will:
under the supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, seek support as and when necessary, in the delivery of therapeutic interventions, psychological and physical care to a defined group of people.
as part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and empathetic approach, communicating effectively and informatively.
demonstrate an understanding of the care and treatment programmes required for a designated group of service users.
To instruct, advise & guide service users, family and carers in therapeutic interventions and make the appropriate adjustments independently (within own competence and skill set) and be able to communicate any changes to service users and registered health care professionals.
be required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan This may include areas of work requiring physical effort, with regard to risk, health & safety.
exercise a degree of independence, initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when delivering tasks. Assess situations, identify and resolve potential problems, within own competence and skill set.
ensure the care experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
contribute to the care planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg, enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/ independence/recovery.
implement care within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established clinical care plans. Organise a range of activities eg, facilitate meaningful activities for individuals or small groups.
apply knowledge of longer term health conditions eg, Diabetes, Obesity, smoking cessation etc, providing advice and support.
Undertake the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.
assist in dealing with verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this may include the need for restraint and/or seclusion (as appropriate to the role and in line with Trust policy and training)
attend to the service users personal care needs as and when required.
participate in a flexible rostering arrangement providing 24-hour/7 day care (as appropriate to the role/service)
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will:
under the supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, seek support as and when necessary, in the delivery of therapeutic interventions, psychological and physical care to a defined group of people.
as part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and empathetic approach, communicating effectively and informatively.
demonstrate an understanding of the care and treatment programmes required for a designated group of service users.
To instruct, advise & guide service users, family and carers in therapeutic interventions and make the appropriate adjustments independently (within own competence and skill set) and be able to communicate any changes to service users and registered health care professionals.
be required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan This may include areas of work requiring physical effort, with regard to risk, health & safety.
exercise a degree of independence, initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when delivering tasks. Assess situations, identify and resolve potential problems, within own competence and skill set.
ensure the care experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
contribute to the care planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg, enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/ independence/recovery.
implement care within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established clinical care plans. Organise a range of activities eg, facilitate meaningful activities for individuals or small groups.
apply knowledge of longer term health conditions eg, Diabetes, Obesity, smoking cessation etc, providing advice and support.
Undertake the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.
assist in dealing with verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this may include the need for restraint and/or seclusion (as appropriate to the role and in line with Trust policy and training)
attend to the service users personal care needs as and when required.
participate in a flexible rostering arrangement providing 24-hour/7 day care (as appropriate to the role/service)
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills.
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly to meet the needs of service users (where appropriate to the role).
- Demonstrates safe decision making skills commensurate with role.
- Excellent communicator, numeracy and literacy skills level 3 and good IT/keyboard skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding.
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Demonstrates Trust Values.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good administration and organisational skills.
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental etc. risks and act appropriately.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value based induction.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Experience
Essential
- In providing care and/ or health based interventions for those with health/social needs(where appropriate to the role).
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in Maths and English or equivalent.
- Level 3 Apprenticeship/Diploma in Health & Social Care or equivalent relevant to the post.
- Or, Level 2 Apprenticeship/Diploma in health and social care with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3 and a willingness to
- work towards achieving Level 3 qualification.
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement (where appropriate to the post).
Desirable
- Experience of the speciality area.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills.
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly to meet the needs of service users (where appropriate to the role).
- Demonstrates safe decision making skills commensurate with role.
- Excellent communicator, numeracy and literacy skills level 3 and good IT/keyboard skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding.
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Demonstrates Trust Values.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good administration and organisational skills.
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental etc. risks and act appropriately.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value based induction.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Experience
Essential
- In providing care and/ or health based interventions for those with health/social needs(where appropriate to the role).
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in Maths and English or equivalent.
- Level 3 Apprenticeship/Diploma in Health & Social Care or equivalent relevant to the post.
- Or, Level 2 Apprenticeship/Diploma in health and social care with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3 and a willingness to
- work towards achieving Level 3 qualification.
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement (where appropriate to the post).
Desirable
- Experience of the speciality area.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
OPMHT, Summer Lane Clinic
Summer Lane, Wombwell
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S73 8QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
OPMHT, Summer Lane Clinic
Summer Lane, Wombwell
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S73 8QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Senior Health Care Support Worker (Podiatry Assistant)
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2357359
Job summary
37.5 hours per week
As a Senior Health Care Support Worker within Podiatry, you will support the delivery of high-quality podiatry services in a community setting. Working alongside podiatrists and the wider neighbourhood team, you will assist with patient care, support clinical procedures, maintain accurate records, promote self-management, and help ensure clinics and home visits run efficiently. You will contribute to a positive patient experience, support service improvements, and act as a role model for colleagues.
We are looking for someone who is compassionate, reliable and motivated, with excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills. You will be confident working independently, adaptable to changing priorities, and committed to delivering person-centred care. A positive attitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and develop whilst being a team player, are essential.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive podiatry team, develop your skills and make a meaningful difference to patients' health, mobility and independence every day.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
Main duties of the job
As a Senior Health Care Support Worker within Podiatry, you will be a valued member of the team, helping patients access high-quality foot health services across hospital and community settings. You will support podiatrists in delivering patient care, assist with clinic activity, promote self-management and healthy lifestyles, and contribute to a positive patient experience from referral through to discharge. You will also help maintain accurate records, support service improvements, and act as a role model for colleagues.
We are looking for someone who is compassionate, organised and adaptable, with excellent communication skills and a genuine commitment to patient-centred care. You will be confident working independently and as part of a team, able to build positive relationships, prioritise tasks effectively and demonstrate initiative when responding to changing demands. In return, you will join a supportive, forward-thinking service that values development, teamwork and making a meaningful difference to people's lives every day.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-B2368A
Job locations
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job summary.
The post holder will:
under the supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, seek support as and when necessary, in the delivery of psychological and physical care to a defined group of people.
as part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and empathetic approach, communicating effectively and informatively.
demonstrate an understanding of the care and treatment programmes of a designated group of service users to enable you to instruct, advise & guide service users, family and carers. To make the appropriate adjustments independently within own level of competence and be able to communicate any changes to service users and registered health care professionals.
be required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan eg, following the observation policy, taking, recording of physical observations etc, and responding to issues of concern appropriately. This may include areas of work requiring physical effort, with regard to risk, health & safety.
exercise a degree of independence, initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when delivering tasks. Assess situations, identify and resolve potential problems, within own levels of competence.
ensure the care experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
contribute to the care planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg, enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/ independence/recovery.
implement care within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established clinical care plans. Organise a range of activities eg, facilitate meaningful activities for individuals or small groups.
apply knowledge of longer term health conditions eg, Diabetes, Obesity, smoking cessation etc, providing advice and support.
Undertake the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.
assist in dealing with verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this may include the need for restraint and/or seclusion (as appropriate to the role)
attend to the service users personal care needs as required
participate in a flexible rostering arrangement providing 24-hour/7-day care (as appropriate to the role)
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job summary.
The post holder will:
under the supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, seek support as and when necessary, in the delivery of psychological and physical care to a defined group of people.
as part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and empathetic approach, communicating effectively and informatively.
demonstrate an understanding of the care and treatment programmes of a designated group of service users to enable you to instruct, advise & guide service users, family and carers. To make the appropriate adjustments independently within own level of competence and be able to communicate any changes to service users and registered health care professionals.
be required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan eg, following the observation policy, taking, recording of physical observations etc, and responding to issues of concern appropriately. This may include areas of work requiring physical effort, with regard to risk, health & safety.
exercise a degree of independence, initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when delivering tasks. Assess situations, identify and resolve potential problems, within own levels of competence.
ensure the care experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
contribute to the care planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg, enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/ independence/recovery.
implement care within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established clinical care plans. Organise a range of activities eg, facilitate meaningful activities for individuals or small groups.
apply knowledge of longer term health conditions eg, Diabetes, Obesity, smoking cessation etc, providing advice and support.
Undertake the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.
assist in dealing with verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this may include the need for restraint and/or seclusion (as appropriate to the role)
attend to the service users personal care needs as required
participate in a flexible rostering arrangement providing 24-hour/7-day care (as appropriate to the role)
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs.
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in Maths and English or equivalent.
- Apprenticeship level 3 or equivalent eg, RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
- Or, level 2 qualification with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3.
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement.
Desirable
- Level 4 units in Health & Social Care.
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Willingness to undertake further study towards level 4 qualification.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills;
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users;
- Demonstrates safe decision making skills commensurate with role;
- Excellent communicator;
- Good IT/keyboard skills;
- Diversity/Cultural understanding;
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust;
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.;
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner;
- Demonstrates Trust Values;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Good administration and organisational skills;
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental etc. risks and act appropriately;
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value based induction.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs.
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in Maths and English or equivalent.
- Apprenticeship level 3 or equivalent eg, RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
- Or, level 2 qualification with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3.
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement.
Desirable
- Level 4 units in Health & Social Care.
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Willingness to undertake further study towards level 4 qualification.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills;
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users;
- Demonstrates safe decision making skills commensurate with role;
- Excellent communicator;
- Good IT/keyboard skills;
- Diversity/Cultural understanding;
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust;
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.;
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner;
- Demonstrates Trust Values;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Good administration and organisational skills;
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental etc. risks and act appropriately;
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value based induction.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Health Care Assistant Bank (MH Inpatient) - Band 3
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2357322
Job summary
We are unable to offer Visa sponsorship for this role.
Do you have a minimum of 2 years recognisable experience within a care environment? Have you the ability to work with modern and innovative teams dedicated to the care of service users? Would you like a post that is flexible in the number of hours you work? Do you enjoying working in a variety of different and interesting locations? If so, we would like to hear from you.
The role of the Bank Health Care Assistant is varied, challenging, and rewarding. It requires a positive outlook and an ability to develop and maintain a meaningful therapeutic relationship with the service users.
Shifts are available Trust wide, which include Halifax, Dewsbury, Huddersfield, Wakefield and Barnsley therefore the ability to commute within the Trusts geographical area with access to the appropriate means of transport is essential. Criteria for being registered on the Trust Bank is that you can commit to a minimum of 4 shifts in a 6 month period and all mandatory training is kept up to date.If you are successful at interview you will be required as part of your bank registration to undertake all mandatory training, please take this into consideration when applying for this post. All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Main duties of the job
Work under the supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, be aware of and able to address the basic, routine psychological and physical needs of a defined group of people.
Work as part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
Ensure the care experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone, eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity and courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Follow and ensure care is provided in accordance with well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established clinical care plans.
Undertake the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc, ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.
Be required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan eg, following the observation policy, taking, recording of physical observations etc, and raising issues of concern appropriately.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide some low and medium secure (forensic) services to the whole of Yorkshire and the Humber.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities and we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical support services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
Being a foundation trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including our staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help every year.
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Bank
Duration
365 days
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-Bank-0926B
Job locations
Cheswold Park Hospital
Cheswold Lane
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN5 8AR
United Kingdom
Priestley Unit
Dewsbury & District Hospital
Halifax
WF13 4HS
United Kingdom
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S703RD
United Kingdom
Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane Wakefield WF1 3SP
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF1 3SP
United Kingdom
The Calderdale Royal Hospital
Huddersfield Road
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX3 0PW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:
· under the supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, be aware of and able to address the basic, routine psychological and physical needs of a defined group of people.
· as part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
· develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and empathetic approach, providing and receiving routine information appropriately.
· ensure the care experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone, eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity and courtesy and in accordance with the Trust’s Values.
· follow and ensure care is provided in accordance with well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established clinical care plans.
· Undertake the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc, (as appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.
· attend to the service user’s personal care needs as required.
· be required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan eg, following the observation policy, taking, recording of physical observations etc, and raising issues of concern appropriately.
· participate in a flexible rostering arrangement providing 24-hour/7 day care, (as appropriate to the role).
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:
· under the supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, be aware of and able to address the basic, routine psychological and physical needs of a defined group of people.
· as part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
· develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and empathetic approach, providing and receiving routine information appropriately.
· ensure the care experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone, eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity and courtesy and in accordance with the Trust’s Values.
· follow and ensure care is provided in accordance with well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established clinical care plans.
· Undertake the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc, (as appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.
· attend to the service user’s personal care needs as required.
· be required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan eg, following the observation policy, taking, recording of physical observations etc, and raising issues of concern appropriately.
· participate in a flexible rostering arrangement providing 24-hour/7 day care, (as appropriate to the role).
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years recognisable experience in a care environment In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs
- In working in a caring environment
- In dealing with the public
- In working effectively and flexibly independently or as part of a team
Desirable
- Able to evidence working in a caring environment or in a voluntary position
Qualifications
Essential
- Apprenticeship level 2 health & social care (work based qualification
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement
Desirable
- Experience of the speciality area
- Willingness to undertake further study/development to level 3
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years recognisable experience in a care environment In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs
- In working in a caring environment
- In dealing with the public
- In working effectively and flexibly independently or as part of a team
Desirable
- Able to evidence working in a caring environment or in a voluntary position
Qualifications
Essential
- Apprenticeship level 2 health & social care (work based qualification
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement
Desirable
- Experience of the speciality area
- Willingness to undertake further study/development to level 3
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Cheswold Park Hospital
Cheswold Lane
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN5 8AR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Cheswold Park Hospital
Cheswold Lane
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN5 8AR
United Kingdom
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Administrative Assistant Bank - Band 2
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2357318
Job summary
The post-holder will:
under the supervison/direction of the Administrative Supervisor, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, be aware of and able to undertake the basic, routine admin/communication requirements of the service. Provide a confidential service to clinical/support services, in an efficient manner.
follow and ensure the service is provided in accordance with well-established policies,
procedures, protocols and guidelines and service delivery plans.
demonstrate knowledge of the service to enable the post holder to contribute and inform
decision making within the service.
may work within clinical environments where basic conflict resolution may be required.
work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
develop and maintain good working relationships by being flexible, adaptable, polite, positive and empathetic providing and receiving routine information.
work with sensitivity and have an understanding of the service and issues experienced by users.
use effective verbal/written communication at all times, incorporating tact, empathy, consideration, courtesy and confidentiality. Respond to others communication difficulties.
assist in ensuring the service experienced is positive and service user confidentiality is maintained at all times. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Main duties of the job
To assist the department with routine office duties, appropriate to the role, for example:
Word processing of correspondence /reports/ other documents accurately via copy or audio
To take and transcribe notes
Dealing with telephone calls/ messages
Photocopying/ Scanning/ Filing
Receiving visitors/Reception
Monitor and maintain department stationery supplies
Reporting faults
Mail handling
Arranging meetings, hospitality, venues, distributing agenda/notes
Managing diaries
Deliver excellent levels of service and address or report to the Administrative Supervisor, in a timely manner, when these standards have not been met.
Support the Administrative Supervisor as required.
Proactively and positively contribute to the achievement of business outcomes through individual and team effort, with the focus being on delivering excellent customer services.
Work within defined parameters, prioritise own tasks and respond to peoples needs.Refer and seek guidance/supervision on issues outside of post holders level of competence or authority.
Help to promote an open, welcoming, person-centred culture seeking feedback from users of the service to aid service improvement .
Produce clear and accurate written correspondence as appropriate to the role, using competent IT skills, accurate data inputting and use of Trust Intranet and Internet as required.
Maintain accurate documentation.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year
Contract
Bank
Duration
365 days
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-Bank-0926C
Job locations
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
The Calderdale Royal Hospital
Huddersfield Road
HALIFAX
West Yorkshire
HX3 0PW
United Kingdom
South West Yorkshire Partnership Nhs Foundation Trust
Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
WAKEFIELD
West Yorkshire
WF1 3SP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
Service user contact referred to in this Job description will only apply when working within a clinical area.
The post-holder will
under the supervision direction of the Administrative Supervisor, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, be aware of and able to undertake the basic, routine admin/communication requirements of the service. Provide a confidential service to clinical support services, in an efficient manner.
follow and ensure the service is provided in accordance with well-established policies,
procedures, protocols and guidelines and service delivery plans.
demonstrate knowledge of the service to enable the post holder to contribute and inform
decision making within the service.
may work within clinical environments where basic conflict resolution may be required.
work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
develop and maintain good working relationships by being flexible, adaptable, polite, positive and empathetic providing and receiving routine information.
work with sensitivity and have an understanding of the service and issues experienced by users.
use effective verbal written communication at all times, incorporating tact, empathy, consideration, courtesy and confidentiality. Respond to others communication difficulties.
assist in ensuring the service experienced is positive and service user confidentiality is maintained at all times. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Job description Job responsibilities JOB SUMMARYService user contact referred to in this Job description will only apply when working within a clinical area.The post-holder will under the supervision direction of the Administrative Supervisor, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, be aware of and able to undertake the basic, routine admin/communication requirements of the service. Provide a confidential service to clinical support services, in an efficient manner. follow and ensure the service is provided in accordance with well-established policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines and service delivery plans. demonstrate knowledge of the service to enable the post holder to contribute and inform decision making within the service. may work within clinical environments where basic conflict resolution may be required. work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. develop and maintain good working relationships by being flexible, adaptable, polite, positive and empathetic providing and receiving routine information. work with sensitivity and have an understanding of the service and issues experienced by users. use effective verbal written communication at all times, incorporating tact, empathy, consideration, courtesy and confidentiality. Respond to others communication difficulties. assist in ensuring the service experienced is positive and service user confidentiality is maintained at all times. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- As appropriate to the role
- NVQ level 2 ( or equivalent level qualification), or, RSA ll
- Or, be able to demonstrate competency at level 2
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further study/development
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to be flexible to meet the demands of the post.
- Responsive attitude and approach
- Dress appropriately for the environment
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role
Special Knowledge Skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills, with the ability to deal with and prepare routine written correspondence.
- Good verbal communication skills, with the ability to obtain information and pass on comprehensive and confidential messages
- In decision-making and prioritisation
- Good Customer care skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Diversity/Cultural awareness
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional/distressing situations
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential risks and act appropriately
- Demonstrates Trust Values
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the Trusts value based induction
Desirable
- Some Knowledge of Data Protection requirements
- Some knowledge of diversity/cultural requirements
- Some knowledge of Health & Safety issues and risk identification
- Some knowledge of moving & handling issues
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary
Experience
Essential
- In using Microsoft Word and other Microsoft applications, e.g. Excel, Outlook , PowerPoint etc
- In using email, maintaining and updating paper and electronic diaries, arranging meetings
- In working as an effective team member with minimum supervision
- understanding of the need to maintain strict confidentiality
- In using a degree of initiative
- In organising and prioritising own tasks in order to meet deadlines.
Desirable
- Secretarial/administrative experience
- In copy typing /audio typing
- In working in a caring environment
- at a band 2 or equivalent level of
- competence
- Of NHS software programmes
- In working in a busy environment
- with competing demands.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential As appropriate to the role NVQ level 2 ( or equivalent level qualification), or, RSA ll Or, be able to demonstrate competency at level 2 Desirable Willingness to undertake further study/development Personal Attributes Essential Ability to be flexible to meet the demands of the post. Responsive attitude and approach Dress appropriately for the environment Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role Special Knowledge Skills Essential Good written communication skills, with the ability to deal with and prepare routine written correspondence. Good verbal communication skills, with the ability to obtain information and pass on comprehensive and confidential messages In decision-making and prioritisation Good Customer care skills Good interpersonal skills Diversity/Cultural awareness Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional/distressing situations Non-judgemental, empathetic manner Able to use observation skills to identify potential risks and act appropriately Demonstrates Trust Values Able to fulfil the requirements of the Trusts value based induction Desirable Some Knowledge of Data Protection requirements Some knowledge of diversity/cultural requirements Some knowledge of Health & Safety issues and risk identification Some knowledge of moving & handling issues Physical Attributes Essential A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary Experience Essential In using Microsoft Word and other Microsoft applications, e.g. Excel, Outlook , PowerPoint etc In using email, maintaining and updating paper and electronic diaries, arranging meetings In working as an effective team member with minimum supervision understanding of the need to maintain strict confidentiality In using a degree of initiative In organising and prioritising own tasks in order to meet deadlines. Desirable Secretarial/administrative experience In copy typing /audio typing In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence Of NHS software programmes In working in a busy environment with competing demands.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Administrative Assistant Bank - Band 3
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2357317
Job summary
We are unable to offer Visa sponsorship for this role.
JOB SUMMARY
Service user contact referred to in this Job description will only apply when working within a clinical area.
The post-holder will:
under the supervision/direction of the Administrative Supervisor, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks and seeking support as and when necessary, provide a comprehensive, confidential, Secretarial/administrative service to clinical/support services, in an efficient and confidential manner.
provide services within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, whilst acting within the required sphere of competences for the role at all times.
demonstrate sound knowledge of the service to enable the post holder to contribute and inform decision making within the service.
may work within clinical environments where conflict resolution may be required.
act as principal point of contact for users of the service eg,individuals from within/outside the Trust, service users and members of the public etc.
work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
Main duties of the job
To assist the department with office duties, for example:
- Word processing of correspondence /reports/ other documents accurately via copy or audio
- To take and transcribe minutes
- Dealing with telephone calls/ messages
- Photocopying/ Filing/ Scanning
- Receiving visitors/Reception
- Monitor and maintain department stationery supplies
- Reporting faults
- Mail handling
- Arranging meetings, hospitality, venues, distributing agenda/notes
- Managing diaries
- Create and Maintain Databases/Spreadsheets
- Maintain databases
- Demonstrate duties to new starter
- Provide cover for other members of the team.
Deliver excellent levels of service by regularly assessing, problem solving, evaluating and reporting to the Administrative Supervisor, in a timely and proactive manner when these standards have not been met, enabling appropriate action to be taken. Implement planned actions in response, communicating changes as appropriate.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Bank
Duration
365 days
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-Bank-0926D
Job locations
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
South West Yorkshire Partnership Nhs Foundation Trust
Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
WAKEFIELD
West Yorkshire
WF1 3SP
United Kingdom
The Calderdale Royal Hospital
Huddersfield Road
HALIFAX
West Yorkshire
HX3 0PW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the department with office duties, for example:
- Word processing of correspondence /reports/ other documents accurately via copy or audio
- To take and transcribe minutes
- Dealing with telephone calls/ messages
- Photocopying/ Filing/ Scanning
- Receiving visitors/Reception
- Monitor and maintain department stationery supplies
- Reporting faults
- Mail handling
- Arranging meetings, hospitality, venues, distributing agenda/notes
- Managing diaries
- Create and Maintain Databases/Spreadsheets
- Maintain databases
- Demonstrate duties to new starterss
- Provide cover for other members of the team.
Deliver excellent levels of service by regularly assessing, problem solving, evaluating and reporting to the Administrative Supervisor, in a timely and proactive manner when these standards have not been met, enabling appropriate action to be taken. Implement planned actions in response, communicating changes as appropriate.
Assist the Administrative Supervisor as required.
Proactively and positively contribute to the achievement of business outcomes through individual and team effort, with the focus being on delivering excellent customer services.
Assist in the promotion of an open, welcoming, person-centred culture for service users. Seek and support feedback from service users to aid service improvement as required.
Produce clear and accurate written correspondence (including the composition of ad-hoc routine letters) eg, letters, memos, reports, presentations etc, using competent copy, audio tapes, IT skills, accurate data inputting and use of Trust Intranet and Internet as required.
Maintain accurate documentation. Use appropriate documentation/systems in accordance with local and Trust standards.
Use effective verbal/written communication at all times, incorporating tact, empathy, consideration, courtesy and confidentiality. Adapt style of communication to respond to service user communication difficulties and psychological, social, physical and spiritual needs.
Build and sustain effective communications to ensure good team working and collaborative working practices. Disseminate knowledge, and information to those who need to know.
Contribute to the smooth running of administrative systems and meeting of all relevant deadlines.
Recognise and respond appropriately to any emergency situation. Contribute to the reduction of hazards in the environment, considering safety, security, theft or damage.
Undertake safe infection prevention and control by using protective equipment, safe disposal of waste, performing hand hygiene, cleaning, disinfecting etc.
Proactively identify additional activities in accordance with the role, which would increase postholder efficiency and the efficiency of the team; offer suggestions for improvement and implement agreed activities.
Support the Trusts culture of collaborative, flexible cross-team working and commitment to delivering quality services and outcomes.
Make use of opportunities for sharing good practice and learning.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the department with office duties, for example:
- Word processing of correspondence /reports/ other documents accurately via copy or audio
- To take and transcribe minutes
- Dealing with telephone calls/ messages
- Photocopying/ Filing/ Scanning
- Receiving visitors/Reception
- Monitor and maintain department stationery supplies
- Reporting faults
- Mail handling
- Arranging meetings, hospitality, venues, distributing agenda/notes
- Managing diaries
- Create and Maintain Databases/Spreadsheets
- Maintain databases
- Demonstrate duties to new starterss
- Provide cover for other members of the team.
Deliver excellent levels of service by regularly assessing, problem solving, evaluating and reporting to the Administrative Supervisor, in a timely and proactive manner when these standards have not been met, enabling appropriate action to be taken. Implement planned actions in response, communicating changes as appropriate.
Assist the Administrative Supervisor as required.
Proactively and positively contribute to the achievement of business outcomes through individual and team effort, with the focus being on delivering excellent customer services.
Assist in the promotion of an open, welcoming, person-centred culture for service users. Seek and support feedback from service users to aid service improvement as required.
Produce clear and accurate written correspondence (including the composition of ad-hoc routine letters) eg, letters, memos, reports, presentations etc, using competent copy, audio tapes, IT skills, accurate data inputting and use of Trust Intranet and Internet as required.
Maintain accurate documentation. Use appropriate documentation/systems in accordance with local and Trust standards.
Use effective verbal/written communication at all times, incorporating tact, empathy, consideration, courtesy and confidentiality. Adapt style of communication to respond to service user communication difficulties and psychological, social, physical and spiritual needs.
Build and sustain effective communications to ensure good team working and collaborative working practices. Disseminate knowledge, and information to those who need to know.
Contribute to the smooth running of administrative systems and meeting of all relevant deadlines.
Recognise and respond appropriately to any emergency situation. Contribute to the reduction of hazards in the environment, considering safety, security, theft or damage.
Undertake safe infection prevention and control by using protective equipment, safe disposal of waste, performing hand hygiene, cleaning, disinfecting etc.
Proactively identify additional activities in accordance with the role, which would increase postholder efficiency and the efficiency of the team; offer suggestions for improvement and implement agreed activities.
Support the Trusts culture of collaborative, flexible cross-team working and commitment to delivering quality services and outcomes.
Make use of opportunities for sharing good practice and learning.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- As appropriate to the role::
- NVQ level 3 (or equivalent qualification) or, RSA lll
- Or, be able to demonstrate competency at level 3.
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further study/development
Experience
Essential
- Recent Secretarial/administrative experience and copy /audio typing
- Note/minute taking
- In using email, maintaining and updating paper and electronic diaries, arranging meetings
- In using Microsoft Word and other Microsoft applications, e.g. Excel, Outlook , PowerPoint etc
- In working as an effective team member with minimum supervision
- In working in a busy environment with competing demands
- Understanding of the need to maintain strict confidentiality
- In using a degree of initiative
- in organising and prioritising own tasks in order to meet deadlines.
Desirable
- In working in a caring environment
- In dealing with the public
Special Knowledge Skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills, with the ability to deal with and prepare routine written correspondence.
- Good verbal communication skills, with the ability to obtain information and pass on comprehensive and confidential messages
- In, decision-making and prioritisation
- Knowledge of Data Protection Act
- Customer care skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Diversity/Cultural understanding
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing situations
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential risks and act appropriately
- Demonstrates Trust Values
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the Trusts value based induction
Desirable
- Knowledge of Information Governance
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary)
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to be flexible to meet the demands of the post.
- Responsive attitude and approach
- Dress appropriately for the environment
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training and maintain skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- As appropriate to the role::
- NVQ level 3 (or equivalent qualification) or, RSA lll
- Or, be able to demonstrate competency at level 3.
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further study/development
Experience
Essential
- Recent Secretarial/administrative experience and copy /audio typing
- Note/minute taking
- In using email, maintaining and updating paper and electronic diaries, arranging meetings
- In using Microsoft Word and other Microsoft applications, e.g. Excel, Outlook , PowerPoint etc
- In working as an effective team member with minimum supervision
- In working in a busy environment with competing demands
- Understanding of the need to maintain strict confidentiality
- In using a degree of initiative
- in organising and prioritising own tasks in order to meet deadlines.
Desirable
- In working in a caring environment
- In dealing with the public
Special Knowledge Skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills, with the ability to deal with and prepare routine written correspondence.
- Good verbal communication skills, with the ability to obtain information and pass on comprehensive and confidential messages
- In, decision-making and prioritisation
- Knowledge of Data Protection Act
- Customer care skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Diversity/Cultural understanding
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing situations
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential risks and act appropriately
- Demonstrates Trust Values
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the Trusts value based induction
Desirable
- Knowledge of Information Governance
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary)
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to be flexible to meet the demands of the post.
- Responsive attitude and approach
- Dress appropriately for the environment
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training and maintain skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
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https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Clinical Psychology Assistant Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 15 day(s) ago
Reference: 2347707
Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed assistant psychologist who will contribute to the existing team of psychological professionals. (sitting within the Calderdale Core Team), providing a secondary care psychological service to the working age adult population within the Calderdale locality. The Calderdale Core team is a collaborative adult mental health team, comprised of mental health nurses, occupational therapists, psychiatrists, support workers and clinical and counselling psychologists and psychotherapists. We are embracing trauma informed practice and exciting developments in mental health community transformation.
Within your role your role, you will support psychological professionals in the delivery of direct psychological therapy (particularly group work) as well as offering some direct 1-1 work. You will also support psychological ways of working across the Core team.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
Main duties of the job
The person appointed will have a psychology degree (2.1 minimum and eligible for graduate basis for charted membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society) or a masters degree in psychology. Experience of working with people who experience mental health difficulties, learning difficulties or psychological/behavioural problems is essential. A basic understanding of psychopathology and ability/experience in interviewing clients is required. Knowledge of research methodology, computer literacy, experience of data analysis, and a high level of written communication skills are required.
The service has good access to the regional post qualification training scheme and good links with the University of Leeds Doctoral Training course in clinical psychology, to which it regularly provides clinical placements to doctoral trainees.
For further information, please contact Dr Ruth Hunter (Principal Clinical Psychologist) or Jo Robinson (Consultant Clinical Psychologist) on 01422 262377.
Please note that if there is a high volume of applications received, we reserve the right to close this advert early.
At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements (salary threshold or occupational requirements) set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, unfortunately we are unable to sponsor anyone on a visa for this role at this moment in time.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
17 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-CK2558
Job locations
Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre
Great Albion Street
Halifax
HX1 1YR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
To support and enhance the professional psychological care of clients within the service, across all sectors of care; providing psychological assessment and psychological interventions under the supervision of a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist, working independently according to a plan agreed with a HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist and within the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures. To assist in clinically related administration, conduct of audits, collection of statistics, and development of audit and / or research projects, teaching and project work.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Clinical:
1. To undertake protocol based psychological assessments of clients applying psychological theory, including neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the clients care.
2. To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological treatment and / or management of a clients problems, under the supervision of a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist.
3. To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups or clinical projects.
4. To work with other staff to assess community patients and review their care in preparation for multi-disciplinary reviews.
5. To assist in the development of a psychological based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, across all settings where care takes place.
6. To attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings.
7. To respect diversity. To treat everyone with dignity and respect and act in ways that acknowledge and recognise peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices.
IT responsibilities (clinical)
1. To use highly developed IT skills.
2. To access knowledge through Internet searches (e.g. Psych.Lit, Medline) to keep up to date with clinical and professional development
3. For the preparation and presentation of materials of effective teaching and training (e.g. power point, graphic representations) to record and analyse data for research and audit (e.g. databases, spreadsheets, statistical analysis packages e.g. SPPS).
4. To create graphs or charts to collate or summarise data on individual interventions or treatment programmes.
5. To assist in producing visual or material or user friendly information for interventions with clients.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
To support and enhance the professional psychological care of clients within the service, across all sectors of care; providing psychological assessment and psychological interventions under the supervision of a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist, working independently according to a plan agreed with a HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist and within the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures. To assist in clinically related administration, conduct of audits, collection of statistics, and development of audit and / or research projects, teaching and project work.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Clinical:
1. To undertake protocol based psychological assessments of clients applying psychological theory, including neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the clients care.
2. To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological treatment and / or management of a clients problems, under the supervision of a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist.
3. To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups or clinical projects.
4. To work with other staff to assess community patients and review their care in preparation for multi-disciplinary reviews.
5. To assist in the development of a psychological based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, across all settings where care takes place.
6. To attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings.
7. To respect diversity. To treat everyone with dignity and respect and act in ways that acknowledge and recognise peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices.
IT responsibilities (clinical)
1. To use highly developed IT skills.
2. To access knowledge through Internet searches (e.g. Psych.Lit, Medline) to keep up to date with clinical and professional development
3. For the preparation and presentation of materials of effective teaching and training (e.g. power point, graphic representations) to record and analyse data for research and audit (e.g. databases, spreadsheets, statistical analysis packages e.g. SPPS).
4. To create graphs or charts to collate or summarise data on individual interventions or treatment programmes.
5. To assist in producing visual or material or user friendly information for interventions with clients.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Training
Desirable
- Further post-graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis.
Qualifications
Essential
- An Honours degree in Psychology (2:1).
- Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
- Ability to communicate information which may be perceived as contentious to patients, carers and colleagues in a manner that promotes understanding and acceptance.
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems, learning disabilities and/or other disabilities.
- An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to health and social service contexts.
- An understanding of psychology applied to health care.
Desirable
- Experience using computers for databases or data-analysis.
- Experience using microcomputers for databases or data analysis especially SPSS for Windows.
- High standard of report writing.
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities and/or psychological/behavioural/ neurological problems.
Desirable
- Experience of paid work in direct care provision, particularly in the care group of the specialty of this post.
- Experience of administering and scoring neuropsychological assessments.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
- An ability to interact effectively with people with mental health problems or learning disabilities.
- Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
- Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.
- Able to travel throughout the catchment area, without unnecessary delays.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
Desirable
- An interest in working with people with mental health problems.
- A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology.
Person Specification
Training
Desirable
- Further post-graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis.
Qualifications
Essential
- An Honours degree in Psychology (2:1).
- Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
- Ability to communicate information which may be perceived as contentious to patients, carers and colleagues in a manner that promotes understanding and acceptance.
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems, learning disabilities and/or other disabilities.
- An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to health and social service contexts.
- An understanding of psychology applied to health care.
Desirable
- Experience using computers for databases or data-analysis.
- Experience using microcomputers for databases or data analysis especially SPSS for Windows.
- High standard of report writing.
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities and/or psychological/behavioural/ neurological problems.
Desirable
- Experience of paid work in direct care provision, particularly in the care group of the specialty of this post.
- Experience of administering and scoring neuropsychological assessments.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
- An ability to interact effectively with people with mental health problems or learning disabilities.
- Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
- Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.
- Able to travel throughout the catchment area, without unnecessary delays.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
Desirable
- An interest in working with people with mental health problems.
- A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre
Great Albion Street
Halifax
HX1 1YR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre
Great Albion Street
Halifax
HX1 1YR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Consultant Psychiatrist
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 17 day(s) ago
Reference: 2342511
Job summary
2 x POSTS
CONSULTANT IN KIRKLEES Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Folly Hall Mills, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield, HD1 3LT
Permanent, full time, 10 Programmed Activities per week plus on-call
(part time may be considered)
South West Yorkshire Partnership Foundation Trust are recruiting for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team based at Folly Hall Mills, Huddersfield. This role plays a vital part in ensuring our patients receive the care that they need and will be an integral role within the CAMHS service.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Consultant Psychiatrist who is passionate about providing timely services in outpatient setting and ensuring safe and effective interventions are delivered to our vulnerable population. The CAMHS outpatient team comprises of neurodevelopmental, learning disabilities , crisis, eating disorders pathways and core CAMHS comprising of multidiscipline with good skill set . The Consultant will work with all the disciplines of the team, and with external agencies within the child's network, to provide assessments, consultation, advice, and support to ensure the best possible clinical outcomes for young people presenting to our service.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
For the full advert please see the supporting documents attached.
Main duties of the job
The starting salary for this post is aligned with point 04 of the consultant pay scale (£123,672 -£150,569 ), in line with Trust policy for newly appointed consultants. Placement on the scale will be reviewed where applicable NHS consultant experience can be evidenced.
We encourage diversity and understand that everyones circumstances are unique, we therefore actively encourage any prospective candidates to get in touch, if they have any questions or would like to discuss any aspect of this exciting post, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Jhansi Rani Dussa or Prof. Thiyagesh for a further discussion:
Dr Jhansi Dussa, Consultant Psychiatrist & Medical Clinical Lead - Tel: 01422 262380 / [email protected]
Prof. S Thiyagesh, Chief Medical Officer Tel: 07827 288236 (PA) / [email protected]
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
15 September 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£123,672 to £150,569 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-CK2542A
Job locations
Folly Hall Mills
St Thomas Road
Huddersfield
HD13LT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full advert, job description and person specification, please see attached supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full advert, job description and person specification, please see attached supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
Desirable
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
- MRCPsych.
- Additional clinical qualifications.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Smart professional appearance.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training.
- Ability to work in and lead team.
- Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership and collaborative working to deliver improvement.
- Participated in continuous professional development.
- Participated in research or service evaluation.
- Able to use and appraise clinical evidence.
- Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes.
Desirable
- Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post.
- Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken.
- Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation.
- Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.
- Has led clinical audits leading to service change or improved outcomes to patients.
ELIGIBILITY
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC and have a licence to practise or Must have checked GMC eligibility and commenced the application process at the time of NHS jobs application.
- Included on the GMC Specialist Register for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry OR within six months of gaining CCT
- Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within three months of appointment.
- Approved under S12 OR able to achieve within three months of appointment.
Desirable
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.
- All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
- Included on the GMC Specialist Register for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry OR within six months of gaining CCT in CAMHS.
Transport
Essential
- Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative.
Experience
Essential
- Excellent knowledge in specialty.
- Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
- Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others.
- Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA.
- Able to provide clinical leadership to a multi-professional team and liaise with a wide variety of agencies.
Desirable
- Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
Desirable
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
- MRCPsych.
- Additional clinical qualifications.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Smart professional appearance.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training.
- Ability to work in and lead team.
- Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership and collaborative working to deliver improvement.
- Participated in continuous professional development.
- Participated in research or service evaluation.
- Able to use and appraise clinical evidence.
- Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes.
Desirable
- Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post.
- Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken.
- Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation.
- Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.
- Has led clinical audits leading to service change or improved outcomes to patients.
ELIGIBILITY
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC and have a licence to practise or Must have checked GMC eligibility and commenced the application process at the time of NHS jobs application.
- Included on the GMC Specialist Register for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry OR within six months of gaining CCT
- Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within three months of appointment.
- Approved under S12 OR able to achieve within three months of appointment.
Desirable
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.
- All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
- Included on the GMC Specialist Register for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry OR within six months of gaining CCT in CAMHS.
Transport
Essential
- Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative.
Experience
Essential
- Excellent knowledge in specialty.
- Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
- Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others.
- Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA.
- Able to provide clinical leadership to a multi-professional team and liaise with a wide variety of agencies.
Desirable
- Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service.
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 West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Folly Hall Mills
St Thomas Road
Huddersfield
HD13LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Folly Hall Mills
St Thomas Road
Huddersfield
HD13LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Community Dietitian
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2336105
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 5 Dietitian to join our busy Community Nutrition & Dietetics Service in Barnsley, for 1 year from November 2026 (fixed term contract) on a part time basis (17.5hours/week).
The post is varied and interesting, covering a range of community dietetics including community clinics, care homes and people who are housebound. The caseload includes nutrition support & general dietetics.
Our team is friendly and welcoming, supporting each other to provide the best nutritional care for the people of Barnsley.
You will need excellent team working, communication, organisation and time management skills, as well as be able to demonstrate a commitment to CPD.
This is a community-based role; applicants must have a driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes. A contribution to the training of student dietitians is also expected.
Visa sponsorship under the Health and Care Worker visa route can only be considered if the prorated salary meets the minimum threshold of £25,000, as required by the UK Visas and Immigration. Therefore, sponsorship is not possible due to the working hours.
We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.
Main duties of the job
As a Band 5 Community Dietitian you will:
Manage a caseload requiring dietetic intervention in the community this may include a range of settings such as care homes, clinics and patients own homes.
Be able to provide dietetic assessment and intervention for a range of conditions including nutrition support and general dietetics
Work as a part of our team of dietitians and dietetic assistants.
Have a patient centred approach in line with our Trust values
Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
Possess excellent communication/interpersonal skills to negotiate and build rapport with patients, carers and families.
Work with key members of multidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide individualised advice, support & care plans to patients
Demonstrate excellent time management, prioritisation & organisational skills
Participate in education & staff development, clinical supervision and the delivery of dietetic student training
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-B2373
Job locations
Cudworth LIFT
Carlton Street
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S72 8ST
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Job Purpose
1. Assess patients, develop care plans, advise and monitor patients progress for a range of conditions in inpatient and outpatient settings.
2. To be responsible for advice to staff, patients and carers
Core Duties & repsonsibilities
Clinical
1. To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of own work including the management of patients in your care
2. To undertake clinical assessment and treatment of own caseload of patients including calculation of individual diets and enteral feeding regimens where appropriate
3. Monitor and review individual treatment plans as required according to patients clinical condition to provide the most effective and efficient outcomes for patients.
4. Organise, produce, deliver and evaluate training on nutrition and dietetics related issues other health service staff and patients and carers
5. To communicate effectively with patients carers, members of the multidisciplinary team and other agencies to achieve patient centred goals
6. To produce and update dietetic/nutritional teaching materials and therapeutic diet sheets.
Professional
1. To be responsible for maintaining own professional development through a variety of CPD activities and reflective practice
2. To assist senior clinicians with the supervision, training and induction of student dietitians, dietetic assistants and newly appointed staff when necessary
3. To contribute to audit and development and implementation of clinical standards/policies/outcome measures within the department.
4. Respond to nutritional queries from other health professionals and the general public.
5. To keep accurate and comprehensive records in accordance with trust and dietetic department standards, including computer based data entry.
6. To adhere to Trust and dietetic department standards/policies and procedures. Including Trust and area specific appraisal and clinical supervision
7. To ensure that equipment such as enteral feeding pumps is used safely by staff, patients and carers.
8. Work closely with immediate dietetic colleagues and team leader to provide a comprehensive and cohesive dietetic service.
9. Develop and maintain links with other Dietitians, through local, regional and national networks.
10. To work collaboratively with service users, catering staff and facilities monitoring co-ordinators to ensure that menus meet the nutritional, cultural and ethical needs of service users.
11. The post holder holder is expected to cover the duties of colleagues in posts within the range of the post holders knowledge and skills.
Trust Values:
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects thatall staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must at all times act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
We put the person first and in the centre
We know that families and carers matter
We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
We improve and aim to be outstanding
We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow
Safeguarding:
Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.
Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.
Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:
All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:
ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;
maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;
understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy;
comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;
receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;
understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;
recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;
ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;
comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);
demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;
abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;
work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.
adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;
being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;
Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;
In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Job description Job responsibilities JOB SUMMARYThis job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. KEY RESULT AREAS:Job Purpose1. Assess patients, develop care plans, advise and monitor patients progress for a range of conditions in inpatient and outpatient settings. 2. To be responsible for advice to staff, patients and carersCore Duties & repsonsibilitiesClinical1. To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of own work including the management of patients in your care2. To undertake clinical assessment and treatment of own caseload of patients including calculation of individual diets and enteral feeding regimens where appropriate 3. Monitor and review individual treatment plans as required according to patients clinical condition to provide the most effective and efficient outcomes for patients. 4. Organise, produce, deliver and evaluate training on nutrition and dietetics related issues other health service staff and patients and carers5. To communicate effectively with patients carers, members of the multidisciplinary team and other agencies to achieve patient centred goals6. To produce and update dietetic/nutritional teaching materials and therapeutic diet sheets.Professional1. To be responsible for maintaining own professional development through a variety of CPD activities and reflective practice 2. To assist senior clinicians with the supervision, training and induction of student dietitians, dietetic assistants and newly appointed staff when necessary3. To contribute to audit and development and implementation of clinical standards/policies/outcome measures within the department.4. Respond to nutritional queries from other health professionals and the general public.5. To keep accurate and comprehensive records in accordance with trust and dietetic department standards, including computer based data entry.6. To adhere to Trust and dietetic department standards/policies and procedures. Including Trust and area specific appraisal and clinical supervision7. To ensure that equipment such as enteral feeding pumps is used safely by staff, patients and carers.8. Work closely with immediate dietetic colleagues and team leader to provide a comprehensive and cohesive dietetic service.9. Develop and maintain links with other Dietitians, through local, regional and national networks.10. To work collaboratively with service users, catering staff and facilities monitoring co-ordinators to ensure that menus meet the nutritional, cultural and ethical needs of service users.11. The post holder holder is expected to cover the duties of colleagues in posts within the range of the post holders knowledge and skills. Trust Values:The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects thatall staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must at all times act in accordance with the Trusts Values: We put the person first and in the centre We know that families and carers matter We are respectful, honest, open and transparent We improve and aim to be outstanding We are relevant today and ready for tomorrowSafeguarding: Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy. Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to: ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns; maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct; understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy; comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually; receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed; understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy; recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity; ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training; comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision); demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement; abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached; work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards. adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds; being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact; Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care. This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc/MSc or Post-graduate Diploma in Dietetics.
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Desirable
- Evidence of other post-registration education and training.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Can communicate specialist dietetic information in an understandable form to patients and carers on a one to one or group basis, and in written form.
- Can demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work effectively as part of dietetic and multidisciplinary team.
- Skilled in counselling and behaviour change techniques.
- Able to assess and treat patients requiring dietetic intervention and to monitor and adapt dietetic treatment as appropriate.
- Computer literate in Microsoft PowerPoint internet and Word.
Desirable
- Presentation/teaching skills.
- Audit skills.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a therapy setting across the health community (inpatients and outpatients).
Desirable
- Experience of training student dieticians.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrate commitment to professional and personal development. Able to reflect on clinical practice to enhance competency.
- Able to work independently and using own initiative
- Use time management skills to effectively organise, prioritise and manage a demanding caseload that may be subject to unforeseen changes.
- Able to make informed clinical and non-clinical decisions under pressure.
- Confident, enthusiastic, committed and displays proactive approach.
- Adaptable and flexible around working times and practices including evening and weekend work where necessary.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role.
Desirable
- Member of British Dietetic Association.
Training
Essential
- Demonstrate a willingness to undertake training as relevant to the role.
Desirable
- Appropriate membership to specialist dietetic interest group/s.
- Behaviour change training level 1.
- Clinical supervisory skills course.
Person Specification Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Qualifications Essential BSc/MSc or Post-graduate Diploma in Dietetics. Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Desirable Evidence of other post-registration education and training. Special Knowledge/Skills Essential Can communicate specialist dietetic information in an understandable form to patients and carers on a one to one or group basis, and in written form. Can demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. Able to work effectively as part of dietetic and multidisciplinary team. Skilled in counselling and behaviour change techniques. Able to assess and treat patients requiring dietetic intervention and to monitor and adapt dietetic treatment as appropriate. Computer literate in Microsoft PowerPoint internet and Word. Desirable Presentation/teaching skills. Audit skills. Experience Essential Experience of working in a therapy setting across the health community (inpatients and outpatients). Desirable Experience of training student dieticians. Personal Attributes Essential Demonstrate commitment to professional and personal development. Able to reflect on clinical practice to enhance competency. Able to work independently and using own initiative Use time management skills to effectively organise, prioritise and manage a demanding caseload that may be subject to unforeseen changes. Able to make informed clinical and non-clinical decisions under pressure. Confident, enthusiastic, committed and displays proactive approach. Adaptable and flexible around working times and practices including evening and weekend work where necessary. Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role. Desirable Member of British Dietetic Association. Training Essential Demonstrate a willingness to undertake training as relevant to the role. Desirable Appropriate membership to specialist dietetic interest group/s. Behaviour change training level 1. Clinical supervisory skills course.
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.
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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 West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Cudworth LIFT
Carlton Street
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S72 8ST
United Kingdom
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South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
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Carlton Street
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S72 8ST
United Kingdom
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Dietitian
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2336103
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 6 Dietitian to join our busy Community Nutrition & Dietetics Service in Barnsley, full time on a permanent basis.
The post is varied and interesting, covering a range of community dietetics including community clinics, care homes and people who are housebound. The caseload predominantly includes nutrition support (including providing specialist dietetic intervention to patients on our Stroke Recovery Unit at Kendray Hospital), alongside some general dietetic clinics, with the opportunity to gain some experience in enteral feeding and paediatrics.
Our team is friendly and welcoming, supporting each other to provide the best nutritional care for the people of Barnsley.
You will need excellent team working, communication, organisation and time management skills, as well as be able to demonstrate a commitment to CPD.
This is a community-based role; applicants must have a driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes. A contribution to the training of student dietitians is also expected.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
Main duties of the job
As a Band 6 Community Dietitian you will:
Manage a caseload requiring complex dietetic intervention in different settings including the Stroke Recovery Unit, care homes, clinics and patients own homes.
Be able to provide dietetic assessment and intervention for a range of conditions including nutrition support and general dietetics
Work as a part of our team of dietitians and dietetic assistants.
Have a patient centred approach in line with our Trust values
Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
Possess excellent communication/interpersonal skills to negotiate and build rapport with patients, carers and families.
Work with key members of multidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide individualised advice, support & care plans to patients
Demonstrate excellent time management, prioritisation & organisational skills
Participate in education & staff development, clinical supervision and the delivery of dietetic student training
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-B2374
Job locations
Cudworth LIFT
Carlton Street
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S72 8ST
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Scope of the Nutrition and Dietetic Service
To deliver a nutrition & dietetic service in a sensitive, ethical and professional manner to service users and carers in the Barnsley area of the South West Yorkshire Partnersship NHS Foundation Trust. To provide specialist advice to the Trust and support staff in the delivery of the Food & Nutrition Policies.
JOB SUMMARY
To establish a clinical caseload within an agreed service area that is responsive to patient needs and Trust expectations.
To provide specialist nutrition assessment and care plans for service users .
To support the implementation of the Trust Food and Nutrition Policies.
To contribute in the update and implementation of service standards, policies and procedures.
To participate in the monitoring of service performance through regular audit.
To supervise and support junior colleagues.
To participate in training of dietetic students and health care professionals in specified areas of nutrition and dietetics.
To be actively involved in continuing professional development.
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Clinical
1. To be responsible for the specialist assessment and care planning of the nutritional needs of service users.
2 To provide evidence based dietetic intervention and monitor outcome, working within the Health Professional Council (HPC) Standards of Conduct and British Dietetic Association (BDA) Professional Standards.
3. To participate in the care programme approach, case conferences, MDT meetings and ward rounds. Providing specialist nutritional advice and appropriate nutrition care plans.
4. To assess learning needs, barriers and educational ability of service users and carers in order to provide suitable nutrition education resources.
5. To promote and participate in multi-disciplinary team working, to facilitate recovery and healthy lifestyle choices in independent or supported living settings.
6. To participate in the development and evaluation of nutrition and dietetic resources ensuring that the information is current and consistent with the diverse needs of service users, carers and staff.
7. To communicate with service users and carers using the most appropriate verbal and non-verbal methods, which respect their views, autonomy and culture.
8. To seek service user/carer involvement in care planning and obtain feedback on service delivery.
9. To contribute to the achievement of CQC Fundament Standards of Care.
10. To maintain complete, accurate and defensible clinical records commensurate with the policies and standards of the Trust, Nutrition & Dietetic Service and Dietetic profession.
11. To record daily activity using the Trusts IT network (RIO) maintaining Caldicott principles to ensure data security.
12. To participate in clinical supervision at both uni and multi-professional level.
13. To accompany the SOAD (Second Opinion Doctor) for purposes of mental health assessments and treatment, when requested.
Operational Management
1. To participate in the development of nutrition and dietetic service and the achievement of key objectives.
2. To support the implementation of the Trust Food and Nutrition Policies.
3. To ensure where possible that service users are involved in service planning.
4. To contribute to the development and evaluation of care pathways within clinical services
5. To participate in the development of clinical standards of practice for the Nutrition and Dietetic Service within specifically identified Trust clinical services.
6. To work collaboratively with service user, care staff, catering staff and facilities monitoring co-ordinator to ensure that menus meet the nutritional, cultural and ethical needs of service users.
7. To supervise and support junior colleagues.
8. To practice in accordance with the Heath and Safety Policies, considering aspects of risk management.
Education, Training and Health Promotion
1. To assess the learning needs of specific service user/carergroups and provide group or individual education/health promotion sessions where appropriate.
2. To plan, deliver and evaluate appropriate nutrition and education training programmes to carers and staff.
3. To plan health promotion events in various settings to raise awareness of the importance of nutrition to service users, carers and staff.
4. To lead in the nutrition component of multi-disciplinary healthy living groups for service users and carers.
5. To provide specialist knowledge and staff learning opportunities in the work place.
5. To support the learning programme of student dietitians on clinical placement.
6. To participate in service induction programme.
Research and Development
1. To promote and participate in practice development, evaluation, audit and research activities to implement evidence based practice.
2. To share and disseminate research findings with professional colleagues in the interest of evidence based practice development.
3. To contribute to the production of clinical standards and outcome measures and audit clinical effectiveness.
4. To contribute to Essence of Care Nutrition benchmarking, achievement of CQC and CQUIN standards, monitoring of Food & Nutrition Policies.
Professional Development
1. To maintain registration as Dietitian with Health Professional Council (HPC).
2. To participate in the Trust KSF development review process and agree an annual development plan and work objectives.
3. To maintain commitment to ongoing professional development through participation in internal and external development opportunities identified in supervision and Trust development review process.
4. To provide annual evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) and professional portfolio.
5. To develop and maintain links with other Dietitians in specialist field of work utilising local, regional and national networks.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Job description Job responsibilities Scope of the Nutrition and Dietetic ServiceTo deliver a nutrition & dietetic service in a sensitive, ethical and professional manner to service users and carers in the Barnsley area of the South West Yorkshire Partnersship NHS Foundation Trust. To provide specialist advice to the Trust and support staff in the delivery of the Food & Nutrition Policies.JOB SUMMARYTo establish a clinical caseload within an agreed service area that is responsive to patient needs and Trust expectations.To provide specialist nutrition assessment and care plans for service users .To support the implementation of the Trust Food and Nutrition Policies.To contribute in the update and implementation of service standards, policies and procedures.To participate in the monitoring of service performance through regular audit. To supervise and support junior colleagues.To participate in training of dietetic students and health care professionals in specified areas of nutrition and dietetics.To be actively involved in continuing professional development.This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. KEY RESULT AREAS:Clinical1. To be responsible for the specialist assessment and care planning of the nutritional needs of service users. 2 To provide evidence based dietetic intervention and monitor outcome, working within the Health Professional Council (HPC) Standards of Conduct and British Dietetic Association (BDA) Professional Standards.3. To participate in the care programme approach, case conferences, MDT meetings and ward rounds. Providing specialist nutritional advice and appropriate nutrition care plans.4. To assess learning needs, barriers and educational ability of service users and carers in order to provide suitable nutrition education resources.5. To promote and participate in multi-disciplinary team working, to facilitate recovery and healthy lifestyle choices in independent or supported living settings.6. To participate in the development and evaluation of nutrition and dietetic resources ensuring that the information is current and consistent with the diverse needs of service users, carers and staff. 7. To communicate with service users and carers using the most appropriate verbal and non-verbal methods, which respect their views, autonomy and culture.8. To seek service user/carer involvement in care planning and obtain feedback on service delivery.9. To contribute to the achievement of CQC Fundament Standards of Care.10. To maintain complete, accurate and defensible clinical records commensurate with the policies and standards of the Trust, Nutrition & Dietetic Service and Dietetic profession. 11. To record daily activity using the Trusts IT network (RIO) maintaining Caldicott principles to ensure data security. 12. To participate in clinical supervision at both uni and multi-professional level.13. To accompany the SOAD (Second Opinion Doctor) for purposes of mental health assessments and treatment, when requested. Operational Management1. To participate in the development of nutrition and dietetic service and the achievement of key objectives.2. To support the implementation of the Trust Food and Nutrition Policies.3. To ensure where possible that service users are involved in service planning.4. To contribute to the development and evaluation of care pathways within clinical services5. To participate in the development of clinical standards of practice for the Nutrition and Dietetic Service within specifically identified Trust clinical services.6. To work collaboratively with service user, care staff, catering staff and facilities monitoring co-ordinator to ensure that menus meet the nutritional, cultural and ethical needs of service users.7. To supervise and support junior colleagues.8. To practice in accordance with the Heath and Safety Policies, considering aspects of risk management.Education, Training and Health Promotion1. To assess the learning needs of specific service user/carergroups and provide group or individual education/health promotion sessions where appropriate.2. To plan, deliver and evaluate appropriate nutrition and education training programmes to carers and staff.3. To plan health promotion events in various settings to raise awareness of the importance of nutrition to service users, carers and staff.4. To lead in the nutrition component of multi-disciplinary healthy living groups for service users and carers.5. To provide specialist knowledge and staff learning opportunities in the work place.5. To support the learning programme of student dietitians on clinical placement.6. To participate in service induction programme.Research and Development1. To promote and participate in practice development, evaluation, audit and research activities to implement evidence based practice.2. To share and disseminate research findings with professional colleagues in the interest of evidence based practice development.3. To contribute to the production of clinical standards and outcome measures and audit clinical effectiveness.4. To contribute to Essence of Care Nutrition benchmarking, achievement of CQC and CQUIN standards, monitoring of Food & Nutrition Policies.Professional Development1. To maintain registration as Dietitian with Health Professional Council (HPC).2. To participate in the Trust KSF development review process and agree an annual development plan and work objectives.3. To maintain commitment to ongoing professional development through participation in internal and external development opportunities identified in supervision and Trust development review process.4. To provide annual evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) and professional portfolio.5. To develop and maintain links with other Dietitians in specialist field of work utilising local, regional and national networks.For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Member of British Dietetic Association.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good work attendance rate.
- Able to work effectively to deadlines and time constraints.
- Able to work flexibly around working times and practices including evening and weekend work where necessary.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Desirable
- Innovative and self directing.
- Understands the needs of the client group within the wider community.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to travel Trustwide.
- Be able to perform light lifting of equipment.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Effective communication skills.
- Assessment and care planning skills, including analysis of complex dietetic problems.
- Good decision making and negotiating skills.
- Ability to organise own time and caseload.
- Knowledge of clinical governance issues relevant to dietetic practice.
- Ability to use and apply technology and a range of computer programs e.g. PowerPoint, DietPlan.
Desirable
- Presentation skills.
- Report writing.
- Audit and research.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable post qualification experience within various clinical settings & age groups relevant to the post.
- Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, as well as independently using own initiative.
Desirable
- Nutritional needs.
- Collaborative and partnership working.
- Health promotion and facilitating group sessions.
- Developing service user information leaflets and training resources.
- Supervision of dietetic students.
- Catering liaison.
- Working across the health community (inpatients and outpatients).
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Nutrition and Dietetics or degree and PG qualification in Dietetics.
- HCPC registered Dietitian.
Desirable
- British Dietetic Association Specialist Courses.
Training
Essential
- Evidence of CPD & Professional Portfolio.
Desirable
- Accessing or willing to undertake Master Level Programme.
- Clinical Supervisory Skills.
- Management Training.
Person Specification Personal Attributes Essential Member of British Dietetic Association. Good interpersonal skills. Good work attendance rate. Able to work effectively to deadlines and time constraints. Able to work flexibly around working times and practices including evening and weekend work where necessary. A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability). Desirable Innovative and self directing. Understands the needs of the client group within the wider community. Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Able to travel Trustwide. Be able to perform light lifting of equipment. Special Knowledge/Skills Essential Effective communication skills. Assessment and care planning skills, including analysis of complex dietetic problems. Good decision making and negotiating skills. Ability to organise own time and caseload. Knowledge of clinical governance issues relevant to dietetic practice. Ability to use and apply technology and a range of computer programs e.g. PowerPoint, DietPlan. Desirable Presentation skills. Report writing. Audit and research. Experience Essential Demonstrable post qualification experience within various clinical settings & age groups relevant to the post. Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, as well as independently using own initiative. Desirable Nutritional needs. Collaborative and partnership working. Health promotion and facilitating group sessions. Developing service user information leaflets and training resources. Supervision of dietetic students. Catering liaison. Working across the health community (inpatients and outpatients). Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent in Nutrition and Dietetics or degree and PG qualification in Dietetics. HCPC registered Dietitian. Desirable British Dietetic Association Specialist Courses. Training Essential Evidence of CPD & Professional Portfolio. Desirable Accessing or willing to undertake Master Level Programme. Clinical Supervisory Skills. Management Training.
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 West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Cudworth LIFT
Carlton Street
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S72 8ST
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Cudworth LIFT
Carlton Street
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S72 8ST
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Mental Health Nurse
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 22 day(s) ago
Reference: 2333306
Job summary
Are you passionate about Children and Young Peoples mental health and want to make a real difference? A career in Kirklees CAMHS as a Mental Health Practitioner may be just what you are looking for.
We are recruiting a Nurse, Social Worker or Allied Health Professional with post qualifying experience working in mental health to help us strive to make a difference to the health and wellbeing of the young people and their families in our communities.
Our vision is to deliver high quality care that is safe, simple and easy to access.
In return we offer a supportive induction, development and training, pension and consider flexible working. Staff counselling, salary sacrifice schemes and supportive staff networks are readily available for staff to participate in.
There will be options to develop your specialist knowledge by working with our PCN (Primary care network) team, to provide mental health support to those referred to our service from primary care.
We place staff health and wellbeing at the top of our agenda and it is important for us to recruit a person whose values and beliefs align with our Trust values.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
Main duties of the job
You will have the right attitude, skills and knowledge to share our passion in delivering the best quality care experience for children and their families at point of initial contact with CAMHS services.
Your duties will be related to leading on the clinical delivery of care to children, young people and their families accessing CAMHS from first presentation to management of existing mental health presentations alongside providing high quality supervision to the team.
The role calls for a professional who has vast experience of triaging mental health presentation ideally with children, young people and their families who are experiencing mental health and trauma difficulties.
Part of the job plan entails pre planned and on the day assessments, follow up assessments, collaboration with GP's within the Kirklees locality, multidisciplinary team working, and referral to suitable services within the area. The role also includes participating in the duty role for Kirklees CAMHS and providing clinical oversight to partner agencies.
The CAMHS team is a strong and supportive team and has excellent structures to offer supervision.
You will be working in a fast-paced environment at an important time in our development, as we push forward with implementing new ways of working in order to best meet the needs of the population we work with.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-CK2550
Job locations
Folly Hall Mills
St Thomas Road
Huddersfield
HD1 3LT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The post-holder will:
Provide assessment and treatment to children and young people with mental health needs;
Work autonomously and collaboratively within the MDT, providing consultation for other agencies/professionals;
Promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
To provide routine and urgent assessment and interventions to young people with a wide range of emotional and psychological problems who are referred to specialist CAMHS, in keeping with evidence based practice with supervision from a senior clinician within professional guidelines and within the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1
To support the ongoing process of delivering a comprehensive CAMHS system.
2
To provide assessment, interventions, therapy to children, young people with the most severe, complex and persistent mental health problems, including those who are severely mentally ill or at suicidal risk and where appropriate, families as both an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a variety of settings to address need. This will include working with the CAPA model.
3
To apply a sound knowledge of safeguarding children and guidelines in clinical work.
4
To be committed to a quality approach for patient care.
5
The post-holder will demonstrate high levels of concentration and provide sustained effort in assessment of complex family issues.
6
To manage own caseload, accessing support and guidance appropriate to individual need.
7
To operate within the clinical and case management supervision framework.
8
To provide training, consultation and supervision to other service providers, partner agencies and junior members of staff as required regarding intensive interventions with children, young people and families.
9
To participate in the development, audit and review of this extension to existing service provision.
10
To undertake extended hours of work alongside fellow specialist CAMHS practitioners.
11
To work collaboratively with all services to provide coherent and co-ordinated mental health services for children and young people as well as other significant partners, ensuring timely transition and relevant consultation, training and support to universal services and targeted groups.
12
To use a range of Information Technology systems (including Rio) ensuring high quality data is collected appropriately, kept securely and confidentially
13
To participate in an agreed clinical audit programme for the service, and ensure lessons learnt from both audit and clinical incidents are reported.
14
To comply with both clinical and corporate governance frameworks.
15
To support the engagement of service stakeholders and users in the development and monitoring of service delivery and identify opportunities for service improvement and redesign.
16
To actively promote user/carer involvement in all aspects of care planning/delivery whilst respecting the rights, capabilities and wishes of the individuals concerned.
17
To work in an innovative and child, young person and family centred way, in a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
18
Apply Trust policies and procedures in instances of aggression, acute distress and disturbed mental health presentations.
19
To maintain relevant professional registration
20
To identify and communicate any concerns through the relevant management processes.
21
To demonstrate continued practice development and engage in annual appraisal.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The post-holder will:
Provide assessment and treatment to children and young people with mental health needs;
Work autonomously and collaboratively within the MDT, providing consultation for other agencies/professionals;
Promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
To provide routine and urgent assessment and interventions to young people with a wide range of emotional and psychological problems who are referred to specialist CAMHS, in keeping with evidence based practice with supervision from a senior clinician within professional guidelines and within the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1
To support the ongoing process of delivering a comprehensive CAMHS system.
2
To provide assessment, interventions, therapy to children, young people with the most severe, complex and persistent mental health problems, including those who are severely mentally ill or at suicidal risk and where appropriate, families as both an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a variety of settings to address need. This will include working with the CAPA model.
3
To apply a sound knowledge of safeguarding children and guidelines in clinical work.
4
To be committed to a quality approach for patient care.
5
The post-holder will demonstrate high levels of concentration and provide sustained effort in assessment of complex family issues.
6
To manage own caseload, accessing support and guidance appropriate to individual need.
7
To operate within the clinical and case management supervision framework.
8
To provide training, consultation and supervision to other service providers, partner agencies and junior members of staff as required regarding intensive interventions with children, young people and families.
9
To participate in the development, audit and review of this extension to existing service provision.
10
To undertake extended hours of work alongside fellow specialist CAMHS practitioners.
11
To work collaboratively with all services to provide coherent and co-ordinated mental health services for children and young people as well as other significant partners, ensuring timely transition and relevant consultation, training and support to universal services and targeted groups.
12
To use a range of Information Technology systems (including Rio) ensuring high quality data is collected appropriately, kept securely and confidentially
13
To participate in an agreed clinical audit programme for the service, and ensure lessons learnt from both audit and clinical incidents are reported.
14
To comply with both clinical and corporate governance frameworks.
15
To support the engagement of service stakeholders and users in the development and monitoring of service delivery and identify opportunities for service improvement and redesign.
16
To actively promote user/carer involvement in all aspects of care planning/delivery whilst respecting the rights, capabilities and wishes of the individuals concerned.
17
To work in an innovative and child, young person and family centred way, in a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
18
Apply Trust policies and procedures in instances of aggression, acute distress and disturbed mental health presentations.
19
To maintain relevant professional registration
20
To identify and communicate any concerns through the relevant management processes.
21
To demonstrate continued practice development and engage in annual appraisal.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant professional qualification, e.g. nursing, or other professional allied to medicine.
- Dip SW or relevant mental health profession.
- Membership of professional body.
Desirable
- Post Registration qualification e.g. degree.
- Post graduate qualification in mental health (e.g. CBT, Family Therapy, Counselling).
- A teaching and assessing qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post qualification experience, some of which must be working with Children, young people and their carers in a mental health or other complex care setting.
- Multidisciplinary team working.
- Inter-agency liaison and consultation.
- Experience of supervising/mentoring junior staff.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance e.g. NHS plan, Mental Health Legislation, Childrens act, Education Act, Working Together, Childrens NSF, Every Child Matters, etc.
- Clinical/therapeutic knowledge and skills in mental health.
- Experience in assessment and risk management and ability to implement evidence based practice.
- Proven ability to work with other agencies and disciplines and in partnership with other organisations.
- Experience of safeguarding children and young people.
Desirable
- Experience of community settings.
- Experience of working in different cultural contexts.
- Knowledge and experience of working with Equality and Diversity.
Training
Desirable
- Training and experience relating to specialist CAMHS.
- Experience of delivering training to others.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and communication skills.
- Ability to manage own caseload.
- Good negotiation skills, and problem solving skills.
- Customer service orientation.
- Effective record keeping and report writing skills to include care planning and risk assessments.
- IT skills.
- Have good team working skills. Be able to work across disciplines with an ability to predict and manage inter-disciplinary tensions and foster good working practices.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Commitment to multi-agency approach.
- Ability to work and make decisions under pressure.
- Calm, confident, innovative, creative and assertive.
- Clarity of decision making.
- Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in accordance with changing service priorities.
- Commitment to challenging discrimination and improving accessibility of services.
- Ability to cope calmly in a crisis.
- To demonstrate good self care and encourage the same in team members.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant professional qualification, e.g. nursing, or other professional allied to medicine.
- Dip SW or relevant mental health profession.
- Membership of professional body.
Desirable
- Post Registration qualification e.g. degree.
- Post graduate qualification in mental health (e.g. CBT, Family Therapy, Counselling).
- A teaching and assessing qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post qualification experience, some of which must be working with Children, young people and their carers in a mental health or other complex care setting.
- Multidisciplinary team working.
- Inter-agency liaison and consultation.
- Experience of supervising/mentoring junior staff.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance e.g. NHS plan, Mental Health Legislation, Childrens act, Education Act, Working Together, Childrens NSF, Every Child Matters, etc.
- Clinical/therapeutic knowledge and skills in mental health.
- Experience in assessment and risk management and ability to implement evidence based practice.
- Proven ability to work with other agencies and disciplines and in partnership with other organisations.
- Experience of safeguarding children and young people.
Desirable
- Experience of community settings.
- Experience of working in different cultural contexts.
- Knowledge and experience of working with Equality and Diversity.
Training
Desirable
- Training and experience relating to specialist CAMHS.
- Experience of delivering training to others.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and communication skills.
- Ability to manage own caseload.
- Good negotiation skills, and problem solving skills.
- Customer service orientation.
- Effective record keeping and report writing skills to include care planning and risk assessments.
- IT skills.
- Have good team working skills. Be able to work across disciplines with an ability to predict and manage inter-disciplinary tensions and foster good working practices.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Commitment to multi-agency approach.
- Ability to work and make decisions under pressure.
- Calm, confident, innovative, creative and assertive.
- Clarity of decision making.
- Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in accordance with changing service priorities.
- Commitment to challenging discrimination and improving accessibility of services.
- Ability to cope calmly in a crisis.
- To demonstrate good self care and encourage the same in team members.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
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 West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Folly Hall Mills
St Thomas Road
Huddersfield
HD1 3LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Folly Hall Mills
St Thomas Road
Huddersfield
HD1 3LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Mental Health Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 22 day(s) ago
Reference: 2333166
Job summary
Are you looking for a new opportunity in a diverse, positive and exciting service? Then this is the opportunity for you to join us and be part of the C&K CAMHS Crisis and home based treatment Service.
We are recruiting experienced Band 6 mental health practitioners (RMN, OT, Social workers) into our Crisis and Intensive Home-Based Treatment Team in Calderdale and Kirklees.
The successful applicant will have experience of working in mental health, be able to work autonomously whilst knowing the limitations of the role and will have exemplary record-keeping.
This dynamic position will be exactly what you are looking for if you would thrive in a community role where you will be part of a friendly, experienced and supportive team.
We welcome applications from professional backgrounds including mental health nursing, social work and Occupational therapy. The role requires experience and knowledge around coordinating care for complex cases, recovery-based therapy principles, care planning and risk assessment.
This role is outreach work in the community and so a driving licence will be essential.
In addition to all SWYFT/NHS benefits, we offer a supportive induction, supervision, development/training and flexible working within the service where the leadership team are approachable, robust and experienced.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work shifts between the hours of 9am and 8pm, the service operates 365 days a year.
You will work under the supervision of a CAMHS crisis/HBTT Clinicians and will have Clinical Supervision provided by an experienced clinician.
The primary role is supporting children, young people and their families, who are open to CAMHS and require intensive support in the community to reach their full potential.
The role also involves liaising with other professionals, handing over, assessing young people including care planning and risk assessment.
Using Goal Based Outcomes to monitor young peoples journey through CAMHS with in a discharge-focused, collaborative approach, is vital to this role.
The post holder will use therapeutic engagement skills to inspire young people to maintain their life skills, education and physical activity to aid recovery to ensure children and young people continue to be integrated in the community.
Forming and maintaining professional relationships is a key part of the role.
We welcome applicants who are: Resilient, work safely under pressure, can prioritise clinical tasks and who can engage and motivate young people to participate in activities.
Knowledge of the following legislation is required: Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-CK2551
Job locations
Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre
Great Albion Street
Halifax
HX1 1YR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The post-holder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the post-holder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
The post holder will provide an emergency assessment and intensive treatment and outreach response to children and young people with mental health needs.
To provide a timely access to specialist services for children and young people that present in crisis or who present a significant and immediate risk to themselves and /or others, and outreach to those that are difficult to engage, providing intensive support where required to meet identified need contributing to the prevention of admission to residential provision and also the facilitation of timely discharge from residential provision.
To look after and ensure the safe keeping of equipment and materials used by self in the execution of this post.
To promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1
To support the ongoing process of delivering a comprehensive CAMHS system and being party to the development of the Emergency Assessment, Intensive Treatment Response and Outreach element of the Specialist CAMHS portfolio in line with the service specification implementation plans and commissioner investment.
2
To provide specialist assessment, intensive interventions, time limited therapy to children, young people with the most severe, complex and persistent mental health problems, including those who are severely mentally ill or at suicidal risk and where appropriate, families as both an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a variety of settings to address need.
3
To provide an immediate specialist assessment response to children and young people in crisis and those who present a significant and immediate risk to themselves and /or others and the development of an associated care plan
4
To be responsible for managing a caseload ensuring robust assessment, care planning, interventions and therapy, onward referral and through-care as appropriate.
Caseload Management.
5
To support and be involved in, as required the, transportation of service users to identified areas of care.
6
To participate in the development, audit and review of this extension to existing service provision.
7
To undertake extended hours of work alongside fellow specialist CAMHS practitioners.
8
To work collaboratively with Universal Services and Residential CAMHS providers to provide coherent and co-ordinated mental health services for children and young people as well as other significant partners, ensuring timely transition and relevant consultation, training and support to universal services and targeted groups.
9
To use a range of Information Technology systems ensuring high quality data is collected appropriately, kept securely and confidentially.
10
To participate in an agreed clinical audit programme for the service, and ensure lessons learnt from both audit and clinical incidents are reported.
11
To comply with both clinical and corporate governance frameworks.
12
To work in an innovative and child, young person and family centred way, in a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
13
To apply a sound knowledge of safeguarding children and guidelines in clinical work.
14
To support the engagement of service stakeholders and users in the development and monitoring of service delivery and identify opportunities for service improvement and redesign.
15
To operate within the clinical and case management supervision framework.
16
To provide consultation and supervision to other service providers and partner agencies as required regarding intensive interventions with children, young people and families.
17
To identify and communicate any concerns through relevant management processes.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The post-holder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the post-holder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
The post holder will provide an emergency assessment and intensive treatment and outreach response to children and young people with mental health needs.
To provide a timely access to specialist services for children and young people that present in crisis or who present a significant and immediate risk to themselves and /or others, and outreach to those that are difficult to engage, providing intensive support where required to meet identified need contributing to the prevention of admission to residential provision and also the facilitation of timely discharge from residential provision.
To look after and ensure the safe keeping of equipment and materials used by self in the execution of this post.
To promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1
To support the ongoing process of delivering a comprehensive CAMHS system and being party to the development of the Emergency Assessment, Intensive Treatment Response and Outreach element of the Specialist CAMHS portfolio in line with the service specification implementation plans and commissioner investment.
2
To provide specialist assessment, intensive interventions, time limited therapy to children, young people with the most severe, complex and persistent mental health problems, including those who are severely mentally ill or at suicidal risk and where appropriate, families as both an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a variety of settings to address need.
3
To provide an immediate specialist assessment response to children and young people in crisis and those who present a significant and immediate risk to themselves and /or others and the development of an associated care plan
4
To be responsible for managing a caseload ensuring robust assessment, care planning, interventions and therapy, onward referral and through-care as appropriate.
Caseload Management.
5
To support and be involved in, as required the, transportation of service users to identified areas of care.
6
To participate in the development, audit and review of this extension to existing service provision.
7
To undertake extended hours of work alongside fellow specialist CAMHS practitioners.
8
To work collaboratively with Universal Services and Residential CAMHS providers to provide coherent and co-ordinated mental health services for children and young people as well as other significant partners, ensuring timely transition and relevant consultation, training and support to universal services and targeted groups.
9
To use a range of Information Technology systems ensuring high quality data is collected appropriately, kept securely and confidentially.
10
To participate in an agreed clinical audit programme for the service, and ensure lessons learnt from both audit and clinical incidents are reported.
11
To comply with both clinical and corporate governance frameworks.
12
To work in an innovative and child, young person and family centred way, in a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
13
To apply a sound knowledge of safeguarding children and guidelines in clinical work.
14
To support the engagement of service stakeholders and users in the development and monitoring of service delivery and identify opportunities for service improvement and redesign.
15
To operate within the clinical and case management supervision framework.
16
To provide consultation and supervision to other service providers and partner agencies as required regarding intensive interventions with children, young people and families.
17
To identify and communicate any concerns through relevant management processes.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Training
Essential
- Training and experience relating to specialist CAMHS.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and communication skills.
- Good negotiation skills, and problem solving skills.
- Customer service orientation.
- Report writing skills.
- Have good team working skills. Be able to work across disciplines with an ability to predict and manage inter-disciplinary tensions and foster good working practices.
Desirable
- Experience of community settings.
- Previous experience in working in a CAMH setting.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Commitment to multi-agency approach.
- Ability to work and make decisions under pressure.
- Calm, confident, innovative, creative and assertive.
- Clarity of decision making.
- Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in accordance with changing service priorities.
- Commitment to challenging discrimination and improving accessibility of services.
- Ability to cope calmly in a crisis.
- To demonstrate good self-care and encourage the same in team members.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant professional qualification e.g. nursing, psychologist, psychotherapist, family therapist, or relevant mental health profession.
- Post qualification professional development.
- On-going professional development supervision and/ or experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Membership of professional bodies.
Desirable
- Post Registration qualification e.g. degree.
- Post graduate qualification in mental health (e.g. CBT, Family Therapy, Counselling).
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post qualification experience , some of which must be working with Children, young people and their carers in a mental health or other complex care setting.
- Multidisciplinary team working.
- Inter-agency liaison and consultation.
- Experience in patient provision.
- Experience of liaison between different levels of CAMHS.
- A grasp of relevant legislation and guidance e.g. NHS plan, Mental Health Legislation, Children Act, Education Act, Working Together, Childrens NSF, Every Child Matters, etc.
- Clinical/therapeutic knowledge and skills re mental health and behavioural problems including assessment and risk management and ability to implement evidence based practice.
- Understanding of research methodology and audit.
- Proven ability to work with other disciplines and in partnership with other organisations including service users.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Training
Essential
- Training and experience relating to specialist CAMHS.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and communication skills.
- Good negotiation skills, and problem solving skills.
- Customer service orientation.
- Report writing skills.
- Have good team working skills. Be able to work across disciplines with an ability to predict and manage inter-disciplinary tensions and foster good working practices.
Desirable
- Experience of community settings.
- Previous experience in working in a CAMH setting.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Commitment to multi-agency approach.
- Ability to work and make decisions under pressure.
- Calm, confident, innovative, creative and assertive.
- Clarity of decision making.
- Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in accordance with changing service priorities.
- Commitment to challenging discrimination and improving accessibility of services.
- Ability to cope calmly in a crisis.
- To demonstrate good self-care and encourage the same in team members.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant professional qualification e.g. nursing, psychologist, psychotherapist, family therapist, or relevant mental health profession.
- Post qualification professional development.
- On-going professional development supervision and/ or experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Membership of professional bodies.
Desirable
- Post Registration qualification e.g. degree.
- Post graduate qualification in mental health (e.g. CBT, Family Therapy, Counselling).
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post qualification experience , some of which must be working with Children, young people and their carers in a mental health or other complex care setting.
- Multidisciplinary team working.
- Inter-agency liaison and consultation.
- Experience in patient provision.
- Experience of liaison between different levels of CAMHS.
- A grasp of relevant legislation and guidance e.g. NHS plan, Mental Health Legislation, Children Act, Education Act, Working Together, Childrens NSF, Every Child Matters, etc.
- Clinical/therapeutic knowledge and skills re mental health and behavioural problems including assessment and risk management and ability to implement evidence based practice.
- Understanding of research methodology and audit.
- Proven ability to work with other disciplines and in partnership with other organisations including service users.
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 West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre
Great Albion Street
Halifax
HX1 1YR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre
Great Albion Street
Halifax
HX1 1YR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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CAMHS Primary Practitioner Band 6
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 22 day(s) ago
Reference: 2333137
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and skilled Band 6 CAMHS Primary Practitioner to join our Primary Intervention Team within Wakefield CAMHS.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in the heart of our Single Point of Access (SPA), where youll play a key role in the triage and early intervention pathway helping young people and families to get the right help, at the right time.
You would be joining the team at an exciting time, where we are working collaboratively to review our front door into the service.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated professional with experience in mental health. Youll bring:
- Strong communication and decision-making skills
- Confidence in working independently as well as part of a team
- A calm and empathetic approach in fast paced situations
- A passion for early intervention
We are a supportive and friendly team that values your skills and well-being.
Whether youre looking for a new challenge or embarking on your first Band 6 role, we would love to hear from you!
Calls are encouraged.
We are based at Drury Lane Health and Well-Being Centre in the centre of Wakefield, with a permanent move planned to Fieldhead Hospital from September 2027.
Main duties of the job
Single Point of Access (SPA) Youll be the first point of contact for children, young people, families and professionals. Youll take triage calls, make informed clinical decisions, and offer supportive advice and signposting, helping to support people to navigate what can feel like a daunting system.
2+1 Intervention Youll deliver brief, targeted support through our 2+1 approach. One initial assessment and two focused intervention sessions.
The role would require you to support children, young people and families to get the right support, and make onward referrals either internally within Wakefield CAMHS or to external agencies. You would need to have excellent risk assessment and triage skills, along with making safeguarding referrals where required.
The service is open Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-W1540
Job locations
Drury Lane Health & Wellbeing Centre
Wakefield
WF1 2TJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
- To contribute to a co-ordinated delivery of training & consultation, and provide limited joint assessments and therapeutic interventions to children and young people and universal service workers within the District.
- To facilitate the interface between Universal Services and the CAMH Service.
- To act as a resource by being fully aware of existing provision for Children and Young People and establish good working relationships with those services.
- To participate with supervision and attend Primary Intervention Team meetings to establish an embedded working relationship.
- To promote safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people.
- To work within the single point of referral as required, between the hours of 09:00 to 18:00.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1
To support the on-going process of delivering a comprehensive CAMHS system.
2
To provide direct and indirect consultation, advice and support to workers within the Primary Health Care Team and other relevant agencies, including Social Services, Education and Voluntary Organisations to enable these workers to develop their skills in recognising and managing emotional and behavioural disorders in children, young people and their families.
3
To work within the single point of referral as required
4
To apply a sound knowledge of safeguarding children and guidelines in clinical work.
5
Where consultation results in continued concerns, to undertake assessments of children and young people and their families jointly with universal service workers as necessary.
6
To manage own caseload, accessing support and guidance appropriate to individual need.
7
To promote and assist the development of universal service workers in recognizing and supporting the emotional needs of children and young people via training and education within the School, Primary Health and Social Care setting.
8
To support the provision of effective mental health and behavioural management interventions with children, young people and their families within a School, Primary Health and Social Care setting.
9
Where treatment may be provided within a universal service setting, offer direct intervention if appropriate and assist in the development of a Care Plan with the responsible universal service worker.
10
Ensure evidence based practice is implemented, supporting Clinical Effectiveness and maintain continuing professional development aided by the Quality Performance Management Process and Clinical Supervision.
11
Ensure effective, meaningful and timely information is collated utilising the relevant information systems, to assist in the evaluation of this service and to support the Performance Management of the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services.
12
To review and evaluate this service provision/development with relevant stakeholders and support the sharing of this information as appropriate.
13
To actively promote user/carer involvement in all aspects of care planning/delivery whilst respecting the rights, capabilities and wishes of the individuals concerned.
14
To support the formulation of protocols and guidelines to assist referrers to the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services in consultation with the Clinical Management Team.
15
Ensure compliance with Professional, Service and Trust Policies, Procedures, Protocols, Guidelines and Standards.
16
To use a range of Information Technology systems ensuring high quality data is collected appropriately, kept securely and confidentially.
17
To maintain relevant professional registration.
18
To identify and communicate any concerns through relevant management processes.
19
To demonstrate continued practice development and engage in annual appraisal
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
- To contribute to a co-ordinated delivery of training & consultation, and provide limited joint assessments and therapeutic interventions to children and young people and universal service workers within the District.
- To facilitate the interface between Universal Services and the CAMH Service.
- To act as a resource by being fully aware of existing provision for Children and Young People and establish good working relationships with those services.
- To participate with supervision and attend Primary Intervention Team meetings to establish an embedded working relationship.
- To promote safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people.
- To work within the single point of referral as required, between the hours of 09:00 to 18:00.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1
To support the on-going process of delivering a comprehensive CAMHS system.
2
To provide direct and indirect consultation, advice and support to workers within the Primary Health Care Team and other relevant agencies, including Social Services, Education and Voluntary Organisations to enable these workers to develop their skills in recognising and managing emotional and behavioural disorders in children, young people and their families.
3
To work within the single point of referral as required
4
To apply a sound knowledge of safeguarding children and guidelines in clinical work.
5
Where consultation results in continued concerns, to undertake assessments of children and young people and their families jointly with universal service workers as necessary.
6
To manage own caseload, accessing support and guidance appropriate to individual need.
7
To promote and assist the development of universal service workers in recognizing and supporting the emotional needs of children and young people via training and education within the School, Primary Health and Social Care setting.
8
To support the provision of effective mental health and behavioural management interventions with children, young people and their families within a School, Primary Health and Social Care setting.
9
Where treatment may be provided within a universal service setting, offer direct intervention if appropriate and assist in the development of a Care Plan with the responsible universal service worker.
10
Ensure evidence based practice is implemented, supporting Clinical Effectiveness and maintain continuing professional development aided by the Quality Performance Management Process and Clinical Supervision.
11
Ensure effective, meaningful and timely information is collated utilising the relevant information systems, to assist in the evaluation of this service and to support the Performance Management of the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services.
12
To review and evaluate this service provision/development with relevant stakeholders and support the sharing of this information as appropriate.
13
To actively promote user/carer involvement in all aspects of care planning/delivery whilst respecting the rights, capabilities and wishes of the individuals concerned.
14
To support the formulation of protocols and guidelines to assist referrers to the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services in consultation with the Clinical Management Team.
15
Ensure compliance with Professional, Service and Trust Policies, Procedures, Protocols, Guidelines and Standards.
16
To use a range of Information Technology systems ensuring high quality data is collected appropriately, kept securely and confidentially.
17
To maintain relevant professional registration.
18
To identify and communicate any concerns through relevant management processes.
19
To demonstrate continued practice development and engage in annual appraisal
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Assessment planning and evaluation of time limited therapeutic programme skills in mental health and behavioural difficulties including risk assessments
- Good verbal and communication skills
- Ability to manage own caseload
- Good negotiation skills, and problem solving skills
- Customer service orientation
- Effective record keeping and report writing skills to include care planning and risk assessments.
- IT skills.
- Have good team working skills. Be able to work across disciplines with an ability to predict and manage inter-disciplinary tensions and foster good working practices.
Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered qualification, such as :
- RMN, CPN, SW, Occupational Therapy or relevant mental health profession.
Desirable
- Post qualification training in mental health therapy (e.g. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Family & Systemic Therapy)
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Practice Educator/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
Experience
Essential
- Comprehension of current legislation in relation to under 18s.
- An understanding of roles and responsibilities of agencies involved in working with under 18s.
- Experience of working with children and adolescents with multiple problems and their families/carers.
- Multi-disciplinary working. Experience of providing consultation/support and training to professional carers working with under 18s.
- Experience of working with universal service professionals.
- Experience of supervising/mentoring junior staff.
- Experience of safeguarding children and young people.
Desirable
- Experience of working in universal services.
- Experience of networking between universal services and CAMHS.
- Experience of working in a Family and Systemic Team.
- Knowledge and experience of working with equality and diversity
- Experience of delivering training to others
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to travel to various sites around the Trust in accordance with the demands of the post
- Commitment to a Multi-agency approach to the client
- Calm, confident, innovative, creative and assertive
- Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in accordance with changing service priorities
- Commitment to challenging discrimination and improving accessibility of services
- Ability to manage crisis situations
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Person Specification
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Assessment planning and evaluation of time limited therapeutic programme skills in mental health and behavioural difficulties including risk assessments
- Good verbal and communication skills
- Ability to manage own caseload
- Good negotiation skills, and problem solving skills
- Customer service orientation
- Effective record keeping and report writing skills to include care planning and risk assessments.
- IT skills.
- Have good team working skills. Be able to work across disciplines with an ability to predict and manage inter-disciplinary tensions and foster good working practices.
Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered qualification, such as :
- RMN, CPN, SW, Occupational Therapy or relevant mental health profession.
Desirable
- Post qualification training in mental health therapy (e.g. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Family & Systemic Therapy)
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Practice Educator/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
Experience
Essential
- Comprehension of current legislation in relation to under 18s.
- An understanding of roles and responsibilities of agencies involved in working with under 18s.
- Experience of working with children and adolescents with multiple problems and their families/carers.
- Multi-disciplinary working. Experience of providing consultation/support and training to professional carers working with under 18s.
- Experience of working with universal service professionals.
- Experience of supervising/mentoring junior staff.
- Experience of safeguarding children and young people.
Desirable
- Experience of working in universal services.
- Experience of networking between universal services and CAMHS.
- Experience of working in a Family and Systemic Team.
- Knowledge and experience of working with equality and diversity
- Experience of delivering training to others
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to travel to various sites around the Trust in accordance with the demands of the post
- Commitment to a Multi-agency approach to the client
- Calm, confident, innovative, creative and assertive
- Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in accordance with changing service priorities
- Commitment to challenging discrimination and improving accessibility of services
- Ability to manage crisis situations
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
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 West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Drury Lane Health & Wellbeing Centre
Wakefield
WF1 2TJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Drury Lane Health & Wellbeing Centre
Wakefield
WF1 2TJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Clinical Practitioner - Band 5 to 6 Development Post
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 22 day(s) ago
Reference: 2333071
Job summary
Full-time - 37.5 hours per week
As a band 5 qualified nurse you will be expected to contribute to the team by conducting mental health triage, comprehensive assessments and risk assessments under the supervision of band 6 practitioners which will inform the service users on going pathway into services appropriate to meet their needs.
You will be a contributing member of our Multidisciplinary team both clinically and developmentally.
Main duties of the job
Maintain a high standard of clinical work when carrying out nursing procedures.
Responsible for the safe custody of medication, including checking and administration.
Ensure compliance with our clinical governance framework, you will motivate colleagues, champion service user safety and dignity and drive continuous improvement.
You will understand the role of Single Point of Access and how we operate within secondary mental health services. You will also develop a knowledge of local services available within primary care and the third sector and how this interface works.
You will develop experience of mental health triage and initial assessments both routine and urgent referrals and work collaboratively to a high standard within the multidisciplinary team.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £48,117 a year Band 5 to 6 Development Post
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-W1538A
Job locations
Drury Lane Health and Wellbeing Centre
Drury Lane
Wakefield
WF12TJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of a Core CMHT.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
- To work as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive assessment of clients and their carers, planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified needs.
- To have knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative framework and systems in which mental health care is delivered e.g. CPA, MHA (1983).
- To contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Professional
- Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
- To be competent in all aspects of care and risk management as defined within the framework of the care programme approach.
- To work collaboratively with clients, carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimize and maintain clients mental health and overall functioning, ensuring needs are met.
- Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and participates in the team duty rota. To participate in the team duty rota.
- Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
- To be responsible for the safe custody, transportation and administration of medicines including I.M. preparations.(if appropriate to qualification)
Education
- Provide peer supervision and support to other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify any areas of concern to a senior member of staff.
- To have an understanding of and participate in the clinical audit process.
- To have an awareness of evidence based practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education of individuals and target group.
- To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal development opportunities.
For full band 5 and band 6 job descriptions, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of a Core CMHT.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
- To work as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive assessment of clients and their carers, planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified needs.
- To have knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative framework and systems in which mental health care is delivered e.g. CPA, MHA (1983).
- To contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Professional
- Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
- To be competent in all aspects of care and risk management as defined within the framework of the care programme approach.
- To work collaboratively with clients, carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimize and maintain clients mental health and overall functioning, ensuring needs are met.
- Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and participates in the team duty rota. To participate in the team duty rota.
- Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
- To be responsible for the safe custody, transportation and administration of medicines including I.M. preparations.(if appropriate to qualification)
Education
- Provide peer supervision and support to other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify any areas of concern to a senior member of staff.
- To have an understanding of and participate in the clinical audit process.
- To have an awareness of evidence based practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education of individuals and target group.
- To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal development opportunities.
For full band 5 and band 6 job descriptions, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Experience
Essential
- BAND 5:
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings
- BAND 6:
- Significant experience of working within a mental health setting
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems
- Experience of supporting/mentoring and supervising colleagues/students/trainees
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic techniques
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings
- Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand
- Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals e.g. practitioners within
- long term conditions, primary care
- Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs
Desirable
- BAND 5:
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees
- Experience of working
- holistically with adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impacts on wellbeing
- BAND 6:
- Experience of working holistically with Adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impact on wellbeing.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- BAND 5:
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment
- BAND 6:
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act and Safeguarding
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance
- Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers
- Can evidence awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Ability to act up in the absence of the team leader
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Experience of carer services/ issues/
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- BAND 5:
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment
- BAND 6:
- Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder
Qualifications
Essential
- BAND 5:
- Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist
- BAND 6:
- RMN Current NMC registration
- Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current Social Work England/HCPC registration
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate
Desirable
- BAND 5:
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring
- Expected to work towards Practice Educator
Training
Essential
- BAND 5:
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
- BAND 6:
- Assessment and care planning skills
- Risk assessment and risk management
- Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training
Desirable
- BAND 5:
- Relevant Post basic qualification and training
Personal Attributes
Essential
- BAND 5:
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills. Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability)
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours
- Reliable and enthusiastic
- Motivated and resourceful
- Professional attitude
- BAND 6:
- Time management
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, resourcefulness,
- A willingness to work flexibility to meet the needs of service users and the team including extended hours.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) Professional attitude
- Leadership skills
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Experience
Essential
- BAND 5:
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings
- BAND 6:
- Significant experience of working within a mental health setting
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems
- Experience of supporting/mentoring and supervising colleagues/students/trainees
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic techniques
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings
- Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand
- Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals e.g. practitioners within
- long term conditions, primary care
- Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs
Desirable
- BAND 5:
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees
- Experience of working
- holistically with adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impacts on wellbeing
- BAND 6:
- Experience of working holistically with Adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impact on wellbeing.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- BAND 5:
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment
- BAND 6:
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act and Safeguarding
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance
- Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers
- Can evidence awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Ability to act up in the absence of the team leader
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Experience of carer services/ issues/
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- BAND 5:
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment
- BAND 6:
- Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder
Qualifications
Essential
- BAND 5:
- Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist
- BAND 6:
- RMN Current NMC registration
- Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current Social Work England/HCPC registration
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate
Desirable
- BAND 5:
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring
- Expected to work towards Practice Educator
Training
Essential
- BAND 5:
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
- BAND 6:
- Assessment and care planning skills
- Risk assessment and risk management
- Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training
Desirable
- BAND 5:
- Relevant Post basic qualification and training
Personal Attributes
Essential
- BAND 5:
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills. Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability)
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours
- Reliable and enthusiastic
- Motivated and resourceful
- Professional attitude
- BAND 6:
- Time management
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, resourcefulness,
- A willingness to work flexibility to meet the needs of service users and the team including extended hours.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) Professional attitude
- Leadership skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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 West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Drury Lane Health and Wellbeing Centre
Drury Lane
Wakefield
WF12TJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Drury Lane Health and Wellbeing Centre
Drury Lane
Wakefield
WF12TJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Mental Health Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 22 day(s) ago
Reference: 2332957
Job summary
Are you looking for a new opportunity in a diverse, positive and exciting service? Then this is the opportunity for you to join us and be part of the C&K CAMHS Crisis Service and Homebased treatment service
We are recruiting a Band 5 Mental Health Practitioner into the Crisis Service and Homebased treatment service part of our service in Calderdale and Kirklees.
The successful applicant will have experience of working in mental health, be able to work autonomously whilst knowing the limitations of the role and will have exemplary record-keeping.
This dynamic position will be exactly what you are looking for if you would thrive in a community role where you will be part of a friendly, experienced and supportive team.
We welcome newly qualified Nurses/social workers and OTs to apply for this role which will be focused on social integration work and recovery-based therapy principles, care planning and risk assessment.
This role is outreach work in the community and so a driving licence and access to a vehicle will be essential.
In addition to all SWYFT/NHS benefits, we offer a supportive induction, supervision, development/training and flexible working within the service where the leadership team are approachable, robust and experienced.
Please note that all interviews will take place face to face.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work shifts between the hours of 9am and 8pm, the service operates 365 days a year.
You will work under the supervision of a CAMHS crisis/HBTT Clinicians and will have Clinical Supervision provided by an experienced clinician.
The primary role is supporting children, young people and their families, who are open to CAMHS and require intensive support in the community to reach their full potential.
The role also involves liaising with other professionals, handing over, assessing young people including care planning and risk assessment.
Using Goal Based Outcomes to monitor young peoples journey through CAMHS with in a discharge-focused, collaborative approach, is vital to this role.
The post holder will use therapeutic engagement skills to inspire young people to maintain their life skills, education and physical activity to aid recovery to ensure children and young people continue to be integrated in the community.
Forming and maintaining professional relationships is a key part of the role.
We welcome applicants who are: Resilient, work safely under pressure, can prioritise clinical tasks and who can engage and motivate young people to participate in activities.
Knowledge of the following legislation is required: Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-CK2552
Job locations
Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre
Great Albion Street
Halifax
HX1 1YR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of Specialist CAMHS.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
To work as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive assessment of children, young people and their carers, planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified needs.
To have knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative framework and systems in which childrens mental health care is delivered e.g. Children Act, Mental Health Act and Care Programme Approach.
To contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
Professional
Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of children and young people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
To be competent in all aspects of care and risk management as defined within appropriate frameworks such as the care programme approach.
To work collaboratively with clients, carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimise and maintain the holistic needs of children and young people with a range of emotional and mental health needs.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of children and young people in accordance with the service Operational Policy and participates in the in hours Single point of Access rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
To be responsible for the safe custody, transportation and administration of any medicines including I.M. preparations.(if appropriate to qualification and / or role )
Education
Provide peer supervision and support to other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify any areas of concern to a senior member of staff.
To have an understanding of and participate in the clinical audit process.
To have an awareness of evidence based practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education of individuals and target group.
To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal development opportunities.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of Specialist CAMHS.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
To work as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive assessment of children, young people and their carers, planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified needs.
To have knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative framework and systems in which childrens mental health care is delivered e.g. Children Act, Mental Health Act and Care Programme Approach.
To contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
Professional
Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of children and young people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
To be competent in all aspects of care and risk management as defined within appropriate frameworks such as the care programme approach.
To work collaboratively with clients, carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimise and maintain the holistic needs of children and young people with a range of emotional and mental health needs.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of children and young people in accordance with the service Operational Policy and participates in the in hours Single point of Access rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
To be responsible for the safe custody, transportation and administration of any medicines including I.M. preparations.(if appropriate to qualification and / or role )
Education
Provide peer supervision and support to other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify any areas of concern to a senior member of staff.
To have an understanding of and participate in the clinical audit process.
To have an awareness of evidence based practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education of individuals and target group.
To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal development opportunities.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people / children and young people experiencing mental health problems.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
Desirable
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees.
- Experience of working holistically with children and young people with an emphasis on a holistic assessment of emotional and mental health needs alongside coexisting physical and environmental factors that impacts on wellbeing.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
Desirable
- Relevant Post basic qualification and training.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
- Reliable and enthusiastic.
- Motivated and resourceful.
- Professional attitude.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment.
- Skills and Knowledge working holistically with children and young people.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist.
Desirable
- Mentorship Qualification or equivalent.
- Expected to work towards practice educator.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people / children and young people experiencing mental health problems.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
Desirable
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees.
- Experience of working holistically with children and young people with an emphasis on a holistic assessment of emotional and mental health needs alongside coexisting physical and environmental factors that impacts on wellbeing.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
Desirable
- Relevant Post basic qualification and training.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
- Reliable and enthusiastic.
- Motivated and resourceful.
- Professional attitude.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment.
- Skills and Knowledge working holistically with children and young people.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist.
Desirable
- Mentorship Qualification or equivalent.
- Expected to work towards practice educator.
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 West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre
Great Albion Street
Halifax
HX1 1YR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre
Great Albion Street
Halifax
HX1 1YR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Clinical Psychologist
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 22 day(s) ago
Reference: 2332878
Job summary
The Memory Service in Calderdale is looking for a Clinical Psychologist with an interest in neuropsychology and experience of dementia assessment to join our friendly team to provide neuropsychological assessment and professional consultation and support the delivery of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy groups. Other duties include service development, research & evaluation, teaching/training and clinical supervision.
The post is 0.6WTE at band 8a and there is potential if interested to take on an additional 0.2WTE at band 8a in the neighbouring Kirklees Memory Service.
The post is well supported by our Trustwide network of older adults psychologists including local colleagues in the older peoples CMHT, crisis team and inpatient service, and the Trusts neuropsychology lead.
Neuropsychology training will be supported (knowledge and/or practice component) dependent on acquisition of future NHSE funding.
Based at the Laura Mitchell Health Centre in Halifax.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
Main duties of the job
Core features of the role will include:
Working alongside the Principal Clinical Psychologist and multi-disciplinary team to provide a high-quality neuropsychological assessment service, in order to inform the diagnostic process.
Providing high-quality professional consultation and liaison services, both internally and externally.
Administration, scoring, interpretation, report writing and feeding back of neuropsychological assessments, screening tools and outcome measures.
Working with people over the age of 18 with a range of complex presentations, including physical and mental health co-morbidities.
Contributing to service development and evaluation projects, teaching and training to non-psychology colleagues.
Previous experience of neuropsychological assessment for dementia diagnosis is essential.
Previous experience of working within a multidisciplinary team would be an advantage.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-CK2553
Job locations
Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre
Great Albion Street
Halifax
HX1 1YR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
JOB PURPOSE:
The post holder will provide a high quality specialist clinical psychology service to clients as part of the multidisciplinary team within the service.
Provide highly specialist psychological assessment and intervention.
Provide advice and consultation on psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues, and other, non-professional carers, working autonomously within professional guidelines, and the overall framework of the team and trusts policies and procedures.
Supervise and support Psychology Assistants, Trainees and Band 7 HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologists.
To utilise research skills for audit, policy, service development and research within the areas served by the team/service.
JOB DIMENSIONS:
(e.g. budgetary or supervisory responsibilities)
To offer consultation and supervision when required by other agencies involved in the psychological, emotional and behavioural well-being of service users
To provide supervision of Band 7 Clinical Psychologists, doctoral level clinical psychology trainees, assistant psychologists and trainees from other disciplines as appropriate.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Clinical
To provide highly specialist psychological assessment and treatment for service users experiencing moderate, severe and complex mental health/psychological problems based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect observation and semi-structured interviews with service users, their family and/or carers.
To formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological intervention and/or management of mental health/psychological and/or behavioural difficulties based upon an appropriate conceptual framework and exercising expert clinical judgement based on the highest standards of evidence based practice across a full range of care settings.
To establish rapport and build effective working relationships with service users and all those involved in their psychological, emotional and behavioural well-being.
To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking into account theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes.
To work jointly with other team members and professionals in delivering the most appropriate clinical service to service users and, where appropriate, their families/carers.
To follow appropriate local Safeguarding Adults and Children policies in all clinical work, including close liaison with all relevant agencies.
To provide specialist risk assessment of, and intervention to, service users who may present in local acute settings in line with agreed procedures
To liaise and consult with the wider professional network in the care of service users, offering consultation and supervision where necessary.
To exercise autonomous professional responsibility for the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients whose problems are managed by psychological interventions and to autonomously manage a caseload of clients.
To contribute directly and indirectly to a psychologically based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all service users, the settings in which they present, and agencies involved in the psychological, emotional and behavioural well-being.
To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans of clients under their care and to effectively evaluate progress.
To participate in the multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment of service users.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
JOB PURPOSE:
The post holder will provide a high quality specialist clinical psychology service to clients as part of the multidisciplinary team within the service.
Provide highly specialist psychological assessment and intervention.
Provide advice and consultation on psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues, and other, non-professional carers, working autonomously within professional guidelines, and the overall framework of the team and trusts policies and procedures.
Supervise and support Psychology Assistants, Trainees and Band 7 HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologists.
To utilise research skills for audit, policy, service development and research within the areas served by the team/service.
JOB DIMENSIONS:
(e.g. budgetary or supervisory responsibilities)
To offer consultation and supervision when required by other agencies involved in the psychological, emotional and behavioural well-being of service users
To provide supervision of Band 7 Clinical Psychologists, doctoral level clinical psychology trainees, assistant psychologists and trainees from other disciplines as appropriate.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
Clinical
To provide highly specialist psychological assessment and treatment for service users experiencing moderate, severe and complex mental health/psychological problems based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect observation and semi-structured interviews with service users, their family and/or carers.
To formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological intervention and/or management of mental health/psychological and/or behavioural difficulties based upon an appropriate conceptual framework and exercising expert clinical judgement based on the highest standards of evidence based practice across a full range of care settings.
To establish rapport and build effective working relationships with service users and all those involved in their psychological, emotional and behavioural well-being.
To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking into account theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes.
To work jointly with other team members and professionals in delivering the most appropriate clinical service to service users and, where appropriate, their families/carers.
To follow appropriate local Safeguarding Adults and Children policies in all clinical work, including close liaison with all relevant agencies.
To provide specialist risk assessment of, and intervention to, service users who may present in local acute settings in line with agreed procedures
To liaise and consult with the wider professional network in the care of service users, offering consultation and supervision where necessary.
To exercise autonomous professional responsibility for the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients whose problems are managed by psychological interventions and to autonomously manage a caseload of clients.
To contribute directly and indirectly to a psychologically based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all service users, the settings in which they present, and agencies involved in the psychological, emotional and behavioural well-being.
To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans of clients under their care and to effectively evaluate progress.
To participate in the multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment of service users.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
- Significant Post qualification experience in a Setting relevant to the post.
- HCPC Registration as a Clinical Psychologist.
Training
Essential
- Completion of formal training to meet eligibility as clinical supervisor of Doctoral Trainee Clinical Psychologists.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good Psychometric Assessment skills.
- Experience of assisting in training of Post Graduate Clinical Psychology Trainees.
- Exceptional communication skills in verbal, non verbal and written modes.
- Ability to empathise and develop good therapeutic alliance.
- Ability to Formulate Complex processes.
- Capacity to conduct Psychometric Assessment.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
- Keyboard skills.
- Manual Dexterity for conducting tests.
Desirable
- Working with people in Crisis.
- Working on an in-patient Psychiatric ward.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings including outpatient, community, primary care and inpatient settings.
- Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.
- Frequent, protracted sustained and intense concentration.
- Show respect and treat people with dignity.
- Be able to give bad news sensitively.
- Be able to sustain empathy in difficult situations.
- Be aware of all interviewees in any situation.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
- Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts.
- Experience of groupwork.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
- To transport Psychometric testing equipment.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
- Significant Post qualification experience in a Setting relevant to the post.
- HCPC Registration as a Clinical Psychologist.
Training
Essential
- Completion of formal training to meet eligibility as clinical supervisor of Doctoral Trainee Clinical Psychologists.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good Psychometric Assessment skills.
- Experience of assisting in training of Post Graduate Clinical Psychology Trainees.
- Exceptional communication skills in verbal, non verbal and written modes.
- Ability to empathise and develop good therapeutic alliance.
- Ability to Formulate Complex processes.
- Capacity to conduct Psychometric Assessment.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
- Keyboard skills.
- Manual Dexterity for conducting tests.
Desirable
- Working with people in Crisis.
- Working on an in-patient Psychiatric ward.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings including outpatient, community, primary care and inpatient settings.
- Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.
- Frequent, protracted sustained and intense concentration.
- Show respect and treat people with dignity.
- Be able to give bad news sensitively.
- Be able to sustain empathy in difficult situations.
- Be aware of all interviewees in any situation.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
- Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts.
- Experience of groupwork.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
- To transport Psychometric testing equipment.
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 West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre
Great Albion Street
Halifax
HX1 1YR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre
Great Albion Street
Halifax
HX1 1YR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Community Mental Health Practitioner
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 23 day(s) ago
Reference: 2330210
Job summary
37.5 hours per week
Are you caring & compassionate & want to make a difference by delivering mental health care & treatment to people in their community? Are you a registered MH nurse? Or about to Qualify as a RM.
If this is you, then the Enhanced MH Team West in Barnsley wants you to come & join us.
We are multidisciplinary team that provides high quality face to face care utilising the FACT model (Flexible Assertive Community Treatment) this is central in to keeping people well and out of hospital.
The successful candidate would be the key person in the service users recovery journey working with other agencies and alongside family & carers keeping the person in the centre of all we do.
We offer flexible working hours between 08.30 - 19.00 Mon to Fri & 9-5 on weekends & BH. We are family friendly & all staff have agile working equipment. We are open 365 days a year & pride ourselves on excellent team working.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will manage a caseload of around 25 people, they will be responsible for arranging care, liaison with other professionals and agencies, manage and review care plans and risk assessments ensuring these are done collaboratively in a recovery focused manner, keeping the person and their carers in the centre of all we do.
The team use the Flexible Assertive Community Treatment Model, and we have a daily shift coordinator on a rota system which will require the successful candidate to delegate and prioritise work, oversee and facilitate the daily morning meetings, managing the team diary and carry out any urgent visits.
The successful candidate will need to be an efficient organiser, managing their workload and be flexible to meet the needs of service. They will need to manage their own requirements for supervision in line with their professional registration.
For further details please contact the team manager on 01226644190.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
09 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-B2372
Job locations
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of an Enhanced Pathway.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
- To work as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive assessment of clients and their carers, planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified needs.
- To have knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative framework and systems in which mental health care is delivered e.g. CPA, MHA (1983).
- To contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Professional
- Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
- To be competent in all aspects of care and risk management as defined within the framework of the care programme approach.
- To work collaboratively with clients, carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimize and maintain clients mental health and overall functioning, ensuring needs are met.
- Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and participates in the team duty rota. To participate in the team duty rota.
- Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
- To be responsible for the safe custody, transportation and administration of medicines including I.M. preparations.(if appropriate to qualification)
Education
- Provide peer supervision and support to other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify any areas of concern to a senior member of staff.
- To have an understanding of and participate in the clinical audit process.
- To have an awareness of evidence based practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education of individuals and target group.
- To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal development opportunities.
Trust Values:
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
- We put the person first and in the centre
- We know that families and carers matter
- We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
- We improve and aim to be outstanding
- We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow
Safeguarding:
Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.
Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.
Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:
All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:
ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;
maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;
understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy;
comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;
receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;
understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;
recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;
ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;
comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);
demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;
abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;
work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.
adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;
being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;
Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;
In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of an Enhanced Pathway.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
- To work as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive assessment of clients and their carers, planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified needs.
- To have knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative framework and systems in which mental health care is delivered e.g. CPA, MHA (1983).
- To contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Professional
- Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
- To be competent in all aspects of care and risk management as defined within the framework of the care programme approach.
- To work collaboratively with clients, carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimize and maintain clients mental health and overall functioning, ensuring needs are met.
- Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and participates in the team duty rota. To participate in the team duty rota.
- Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
- To be responsible for the safe custody, transportation and administration of medicines including I.M. preparations.(if appropriate to qualification)
Education
- Provide peer supervision and support to other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify any areas of concern to a senior member of staff.
- To have an understanding of and participate in the clinical audit process.
- To have an awareness of evidence based practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education of individuals and target group.
- To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal development opportunities.
Trust Values:
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
- We put the person first and in the centre
- We know that families and carers matter
- We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
- We improve and aim to be outstanding
- We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow
Safeguarding:
Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.
Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.
Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:
All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:
ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;
maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;
understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy;
comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;
receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;
understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;
recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;
ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;
comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);
demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;
abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;
work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.
adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;
being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;
Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;
In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills. Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
- Reliable and enthusiastic.
- Motivated and resourceful.
- Professional attitude.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment.
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
Desirable
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees.
- Experience of working holistically with adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impacts on wellbeing.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational Therapist.
Desirable
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Expected to work towards Practice Educator.
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
Desirable
- Relevant post basic qualification and training.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills. Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
- Reliable and enthusiastic.
- Motivated and resourceful.
- Professional attitude.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment.
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
Desirable
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees.
- Experience of working holistically with adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impacts on wellbeing.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational Therapist.
Desirable
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Expected to work towards Practice Educator.
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
Desirable
- Relevant post basic qualification and training.
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 West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Management Accountant
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 23 day(s) ago
Reference: 2330208
Job summary
We are delighted to be recruiting for a Band 5 Management Accountant to join our friendly, close-knit and supportive team.
We are more than just numbers. Our role in Finance is to empower clinical and operational colleagues with the tools, insights and confidence they need to deliver outstanding patient care. We are collaborative, people-focused and passionate about making finance accessible across every part of the organisation.
The successful applicant will be AAT qualified (or hold an equivalent qualification) and will have experience of management accounting. You will be confident working independently and building effective relationships with budget holders, ensuring that an accurate financial position is reported while supporting managers to develop and deliver their services.
We support flexible working in line with the Trust's Flexible Working Policy and offer a fully funded study package for colleagues wishing to continue their professional qualifications and development.
We believe that a diverse workforce is essential to delivering excellent services and are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and supportive workplace for people from all backgrounds.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their NHS finance career within a supportive team environment, with access to mentoring, professional development and career progression opportunities.
Main duties of the job
The Management Accountant is responsible for:
Provide high level financial expertise and advice to managers;
Support mangers with the development and delivery of their Annual Plan;
Co-ordinate, evaluate and review the production of the monthly Management Reports;
Produce detailed workings for budget setting including the evaluation, analysis and reconciliation to the Care Groups financial plan;
Provide financial advice to aid the production of Business Cases.
At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.
We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
09 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-QA01513
Job locations
Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
WF1 3SP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
1.0 Job Summary
The Management Accountant is responsible for supporting the Senior Management Accountant and BDU finance manager in delivering high quality and timely financial management services to all budget holders within a Business Delivery Unit (BDU)/ Corporate Services.
1.1 Providing support to the Senior/Finance Manager and budget managers in the development and delivery of the BDU/ Directorate Annual Plan
1.2 Production of the monthly BDU/Directorate management reports including financial forecasts
1.3 Intelligence gathering and investigation of service issues to advise on financial risk and options for decision making with direction from senior finance staff
1.4 Provide costing and financial analysis for service development and business cases with direction from senior finance staff
1.4 Supervision of junior BDU/ support services management accounts staff
1.5 Leadership role within the finance team; able to contribute to a multi-disciplinary team using matrix working to deliver the BDU/ directorate objectives.
2. Key Relationships
BDU Finance Manager / Senior Management Accountant
Budget holders within the BDU / Support Services including managers and clinicians
Management Accounts team
Senior staff in finance including access to specialist expertise
Internal and external relationships with key stakeholders and partners in order to represent the BDU or finance department in meetings or project work
3. Key Results Areas:
Financial Governance
To provide advice and training to budget managers to ensure there is good understanding and compliance with Standing Financial Instructions, Standing Orders Financial Procedures and accounting policies
To provide analysis and information to senior finance staff for completion of information and returns for external bodies including Freedom of Information requests
To provide accurate financial information to the required timetables and detailed analysis to support the completion of statutory accounts under the direction of senior finance staff
Financial Strategy and Planning
To support the Senior/Finance Managers in the development and maintenance of the BDU/Support Services medium term financial plan through calculation of budgets and undertaking financial analysis as directed
Provide financial support and advice to support BDU/Support Services business planning for a portfolio of budgets holders
Plan and deliver detailed costing and analysis work to support BDU capital and revenue developments including business cases and delivery of Cost Improvement Plans under the direction of senior finance staff
Financial Reporting and Management Accounting
Produce the detailed workings for budget setting
Produce the monthly management reports for the BDU/Support Services including financial forecasting
Undertake analysis and investigation of service issues arising from monthly reporting for portfolio of budget holders, including consideration of financial risk.
Support the Senior finance managers in the production and analysis of service line reporting.
Provide professional financial support and advice for financial reporting to BDU/Support Services budget holders and other managers with the support of senior finance staff.
Produce written financial analysis to support the decision making process within the BDU/Support Services directorate under supervision of senior finance staff
The post holder will be expected to assess current work practices and procedures in relation to their own span of work and implement improvements where possible and contribute to development of efficient work processes which optimise the use of technology.
Other duties
Provide financial and costing analysis to the central finance team to support the delivery of mandatory returns or to internal facilitate benchmarking.
Provide training to other finance and BDU/Support Services staff as appropriate
Key member of the BDU/directorate support services team to be able to contribute to BDU/directorate projects and matrix management.
Supervision of junior BDU finance staff.
Work as an integral member of the finance team to ensure the Trust delivers on its statutory financial duties.
Trust Values:
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must at all times act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
We put the person first and in the centre
We know that families and carers matter
We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
We improve and aim to be outstanding
We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow
Safeguarding:
Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.
Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.
Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:
All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:
ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;
maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;
understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy;
comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;
receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;
understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;
recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;
ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;
comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);
demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;
abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;
work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.
adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;
being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;
Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;
In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
1.0 Job Summary
The Management Accountant is responsible for supporting the Senior Management Accountant and BDU finance manager in delivering high quality and timely financial management services to all budget holders within a Business Delivery Unit (BDU)/ Corporate Services.
1.1 Providing support to the Senior/Finance Manager and budget managers in the development and delivery of the BDU/ Directorate Annual Plan
1.2 Production of the monthly BDU/Directorate management reports including financial forecasts
1.3 Intelligence gathering and investigation of service issues to advise on financial risk and options for decision making with direction from senior finance staff
1.4 Provide costing and financial analysis for service development and business cases with direction from senior finance staff
1.4 Supervision of junior BDU/ support services management accounts staff
1.5 Leadership role within the finance team; able to contribute to a multi-disciplinary team using matrix working to deliver the BDU/ directorate objectives.
2. Key Relationships
BDU Finance Manager / Senior Management Accountant
Budget holders within the BDU / Support Services including managers and clinicians
Management Accounts team
Senior staff in finance including access to specialist expertise
Internal and external relationships with key stakeholders and partners in order to represent the BDU or finance department in meetings or project work
3. Key Results Areas:
Financial Governance
To provide advice and training to budget managers to ensure there is good understanding and compliance with Standing Financial Instructions, Standing Orders Financial Procedures and accounting policies
To provide analysis and information to senior finance staff for completion of information and returns for external bodies including Freedom of Information requests
To provide accurate financial information to the required timetables and detailed analysis to support the completion of statutory accounts under the direction of senior finance staff
Financial Strategy and Planning
To support the Senior/Finance Managers in the development and maintenance of the BDU/Support Services medium term financial plan through calculation of budgets and undertaking financial analysis as directed
Provide financial support and advice to support BDU/Support Services business planning for a portfolio of budgets holders
Plan and deliver detailed costing and analysis work to support BDU capital and revenue developments including business cases and delivery of Cost Improvement Plans under the direction of senior finance staff
Financial Reporting and Management Accounting
Produce the detailed workings for budget setting
Produce the monthly management reports for the BDU/Support Services including financial forecasting
Undertake analysis and investigation of service issues arising from monthly reporting for portfolio of budget holders, including consideration of financial risk.
Support the Senior finance managers in the production and analysis of service line reporting.
Provide professional financial support and advice for financial reporting to BDU/Support Services budget holders and other managers with the support of senior finance staff.
Produce written financial analysis to support the decision making process within the BDU/Support Services directorate under supervision of senior finance staff
The post holder will be expected to assess current work practices and procedures in relation to their own span of work and implement improvements where possible and contribute to development of efficient work processes which optimise the use of technology.
Other duties
Provide financial and costing analysis to the central finance team to support the delivery of mandatory returns or to internal facilitate benchmarking.
Provide training to other finance and BDU/Support Services staff as appropriate
Key member of the BDU/directorate support services team to be able to contribute to BDU/directorate projects and matrix management.
Supervision of junior BDU finance staff.
Work as an integral member of the finance team to ensure the Trust delivers on its statutory financial duties.
Trust Values:
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must at all times act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
We put the person first and in the centre
We know that families and carers matter
We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
We improve and aim to be outstanding
We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow
Safeguarding:
Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.
Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.
Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:
All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:
ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;
maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;
understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy;
comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;
receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;
understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;
recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;
ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;
comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);
demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;
abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;
work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.
adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;
being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;
Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promptly;
In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Track record of day to day management of wide portfolio of budgets including :
- Co-ordinating and undertaking detailed workings on budget setting;
- Co-ordinating and producing monthly management reports;
- Analysis and investigation of more complex variances;
- Calculate year end forecasts on pay and non pay budgets;
- Intelligence gathering to support senior staff in analysis and decision making;
- Ability to problem solve analyse issues and develop options for a solution;
- Undertake project or business case costing with some supervision;
- Provide support to budget managers and non finance staff.
- Track record of supervision of staff.
- Delegation of work within small team and management of delivery to deadlines.
- Provide technical support to project work internal and external to finance.
Desirable
- NHS Experience.
- Foundation Trust experience.
- Using Agresso system.
- Experience of presentation to finance and no-finance audience.
- Experience of service line reporting.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Good understanding of operation of financial ledger.
- Good understanding of budget setting processes.
- Able to produce clear working papers which can be understood by finance managers and budget holders.
- Undertake complex or technical analysis to support reporting or specific project work.
- Good understanding of financial processes and able to design and implement improvements.
- Understanding of external reporting and accounting policies in relation to production of Annual Accounts.
- Able to develop good working relationships with budget holders and their teams co ordinate the provision of reliable , relevant accurate and timely information.
Desirable
- Evidence of advanced excel skills.
- Customer service training.
- Understanding of Foundation Trust regime.
Qualifications
Essential
- AAT equivalent experience.
- Substantial experience in management accounts.
Desirable
- AAT qualification.
- Evidence of personal development.
- Studying for accountancy CCAB qualification.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Effective time management.
- Can undertake a Leadership role in the team.
- Good team worker.
- Able to co ordinate effort.
- Able to work flexibly to meet changes in priorities.
- Can deliver to deadlines.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Ability to travel around the wider Trust.
Desirable
- Car owner / driver.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Track record of day to day management of wide portfolio of budgets including :
- Co-ordinating and undertaking detailed workings on budget setting;
- Co-ordinating and producing monthly management reports;
- Analysis and investigation of more complex variances;
- Calculate year end forecasts on pay and non pay budgets;
- Intelligence gathering to support senior staff in analysis and decision making;
- Ability to problem solve analyse issues and develop options for a solution;
- Undertake project or business case costing with some supervision;
- Provide support to budget managers and non finance staff.
- Track record of supervision of staff.
- Delegation of work within small team and management of delivery to deadlines.
- Provide technical support to project work internal and external to finance.
Desirable
- NHS Experience.
- Foundation Trust experience.
- Using Agresso system.
- Experience of presentation to finance and no-finance audience.
- Experience of service line reporting.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Good understanding of operation of financial ledger.
- Good understanding of budget setting processes.
- Able to produce clear working papers which can be understood by finance managers and budget holders.
- Undertake complex or technical analysis to support reporting or specific project work.
- Good understanding of financial processes and able to design and implement improvements.
- Understanding of external reporting and accounting policies in relation to production of Annual Accounts.
- Able to develop good working relationships with budget holders and their teams co ordinate the provision of reliable , relevant accurate and timely information.
Desirable
- Evidence of advanced excel skills.
- Customer service training.
- Understanding of Foundation Trust regime.
Qualifications
Essential
- AAT equivalent experience.
- Substantial experience in management accounts.
Desirable
- AAT qualification.
- Evidence of personal development.
- Studying for accountancy CCAB qualification.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Effective time management.
- Can undertake a Leadership role in the team.
- Good team worker.
- Able to co ordinate effort.
- Able to work flexibly to meet changes in priorities.
- Can deliver to deadlines.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Ability to travel around the wider Trust.
Desirable
- Car owner / driver.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
WF1 3SP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
WF1 3SP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Facilities Support Worker
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 23 day(s) ago
Reference: 2330205
Job summary
We are looking to recruit hard working, enthusiastic individuals to join our Facilities Operational Team based at Kendray Hospital.
High standards of cleanliness and hygiene in healthcare environments is of paramount importance, therefore we are looking to appoint staff who are ambitious, motivated and take pride in the work they do.
The successful candidate will be trained over a 12 month period in the following areas catering, cleaning and portering. After which time there will be the opportunity to remain as a Facilities Operative or a possible move into one of the services. This is subject to successful completion of all training requirements as detailed on the job description/person specification.
The post requires flexibility to meet the needs of the service and will involve weekend and bank holiday working.
Posts available:
6 x 30 hours per week
At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.
We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.
Shifts times will vary (as per above) but a working week normally consists of 5 x 6 hour shifts.
Main duties of the job
Working in the Housekeeping and Domestic service the successful candidate will provide the cleaning and good housekeeping of the hospital environment and equipment.
Working in the Catering Department the successful candidate will undertake catering duties, including the preparation, production, delivery, presentation and removal of food.
Working in the Transport and Portering Team the successful candidate will be responsible for replacing medical gas cylinders, removal of waste, distribution of stores and linen, office and furniture moves and distributing/ collecting mail.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
09 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-QA01514
Job locations
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
To provide a high quality, developing and flexible portering, mail and maintenance service within a South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust or for other organisations as directed.
Progressive training and experience in elements of the facilities technical support workers duties will help the post holder to reach levels of flexibility and competence over a wide range of traditional building and engineering semi skilled work.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1. Portering
General Duties
To ensure that the daily collection and delivery of mail is carried out as scheduled.
To sort mail and ensure mail is transported to its destination in the shortest possible time.
To collect items from Pharmacy and deliver to Trust premises as required.
To collect and deliver specimens to and from Trust premises and Pathology as required.
To obtain proof of receipt when required from service users following delivery.
To deliver, remove or transfer equipment from/to/between Trust premises.
To deliver stores to all villas and ward areas.
To deliver food to villas and ward areas.
2. Security Duties
To secure buildings and property as required.
Ensure security of keys is maintained in the porters lodge.
Undertake regular security checks of premises during silent hours.
Reset burglar alarms and advise the Portering / Transport Manager.
To liaise with the security department as and when required.
To monitor CCTV equipment and act appropriately when required.
3. Linen / Refuse Collections and Deliveries
To collect dirty linen / rubbish from wards, departments and community premises.
Dispose of cytotoxic waste adhering to DoE guidelines ensuring collection.
4. Maintenance
To assist in the maintenance of Trust properties and services.
To carry out planned maintenance work:
o Fire alarm panels monitor and reset
o Temperature checks legionella
o Door closers
o Maintenance checks of Trust vehicles and completion of paperwork (oil, water, tyres, lights etc).
o Washing of Trust vehicles.
o Clearing of road gullies and gutters.
o Cleanliness of Trust grounds, removal of rubbish, sweeping etc.
o Monitor and record fridge / freezer temperatures.
To carry out repairs / new work as the job indicates:
o Install notice boards, shelving, pictures, paper towel dispensers, soap dispensers etc.
o Board up windows.
o Basic plumbing tasks replace kip wastes, ball valves, plug tops.
o Unblock sinks, toilets, showers etc/
o Clean light fittings and re-lamp.
o Check external lighting and replace where necessary.
o To reset the gas boiler when required.
To ensure all pavements, roads and patient areas are safe as reasonably practicable during inclement weather i.e. gritting.
To advise the Portering / Transport Manager of any defects so that repairs can be carried out by following the correct procedures.
To assist in general gardening duties are required.
Carry out any other reasonable tasks as instructed by the Portering / Transport Manager.
5. Miscellaneous
To report accidents / incidents immediately and in accordance with Trust policy.
To be courteous and polite at all times to service users and provide a friendly efficient service.
To work closely with Ward Managers and work alongside patients and have an understanding of their needs whilst carryout out their duties.
Establish good working relationships with all points of contact with facilities users, ensuring they are kept informed about the progress of work as required.
Driving hospital vehicles and plant vehicles as required not HGV.
To operate such vehicles in a reasonable manner, complying with all current road traffic regulations.
To take reasonable precautions when handling Trust property.
The post holder may be required to carry out duties which are of lesser still nature than the post for which he / she is employed.
The post holder will be expected to work at any properties throughout the Trust as instructed by the Portering / Transport Manager.
The post holder will on occasions be required to work overtime / change working hours if the need of service dictates.
All Trust employees are expected to maintain existing skills and develop / receive training in new skills as required to carry out work at the Trust.
To ensure the appropriate use of safety and protective clothing and equipment, as required by good working practice and the Health and Safety at Work Act.
To read, understand and apply safety guidance notes, hazard letters, fire instructions and other such documents as issued to the post holder by the Portering / Transport Manager.
It is the responsibility of all Trust employees to ensure that all duties are carried out in accordance with best practice risk management.
All employees are expected to observe the Trusts Equal Opportunities Policy in their behaviour to the public and fellow employees.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the post holder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
The post holder will be required to attend training courses as directed.
Trust Values:
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
We put the person first and in the centre
We know that families and carers matter
We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
We improve and aim to be outstanding
We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
To provide a high quality, developing and flexible portering, mail and maintenance service within a South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust or for other organisations as directed.
Progressive training and experience in elements of the facilities technical support workers duties will help the post holder to reach levels of flexibility and competence over a wide range of traditional building and engineering semi skilled work.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1. Portering
General Duties
To ensure that the daily collection and delivery of mail is carried out as scheduled.
To sort mail and ensure mail is transported to its destination in the shortest possible time.
To collect items from Pharmacy and deliver to Trust premises as required.
To collect and deliver specimens to and from Trust premises and Pathology as required.
To obtain proof of receipt when required from service users following delivery.
To deliver, remove or transfer equipment from/to/between Trust premises.
To deliver stores to all villas and ward areas.
To deliver food to villas and ward areas.
2. Security Duties
To secure buildings and property as required.
Ensure security of keys is maintained in the porters lodge.
Undertake regular security checks of premises during silent hours.
Reset burglar alarms and advise the Portering / Transport Manager.
To liaise with the security department as and when required.
To monitor CCTV equipment and act appropriately when required.
3. Linen / Refuse Collections and Deliveries
To collect dirty linen / rubbish from wards, departments and community premises.
Dispose of cytotoxic waste adhering to DoE guidelines ensuring collection.
4. Maintenance
To assist in the maintenance of Trust properties and services.
To carry out planned maintenance work:
o Fire alarm panels monitor and reset
o Temperature checks legionella
o Door closers
o Maintenance checks of Trust vehicles and completion of paperwork (oil, water, tyres, lights etc).
o Washing of Trust vehicles.
o Clearing of road gullies and gutters.
o Cleanliness of Trust grounds, removal of rubbish, sweeping etc.
o Monitor and record fridge / freezer temperatures.
To carry out repairs / new work as the job indicates:
o Install notice boards, shelving, pictures, paper towel dispensers, soap dispensers etc.
o Board up windows.
o Basic plumbing tasks replace kip wastes, ball valves, plug tops.
o Unblock sinks, toilets, showers etc/
o Clean light fittings and re-lamp.
o Check external lighting and replace where necessary.
o To reset the gas boiler when required.
To ensure all pavements, roads and patient areas are safe as reasonably practicable during inclement weather i.e. gritting.
To advise the Portering / Transport Manager of any defects so that repairs can be carried out by following the correct procedures.
To assist in general gardening duties are required.
Carry out any other reasonable tasks as instructed by the Portering / Transport Manager.
5. Miscellaneous
To report accidents / incidents immediately and in accordance with Trust policy.
To be courteous and polite at all times to service users and provide a friendly efficient service.
To work closely with Ward Managers and work alongside patients and have an understanding of their needs whilst carryout out their duties.
Establish good working relationships with all points of contact with facilities users, ensuring they are kept informed about the progress of work as required.
Driving hospital vehicles and plant vehicles as required not HGV.
To operate such vehicles in a reasonable manner, complying with all current road traffic regulations.
To take reasonable precautions when handling Trust property.
The post holder may be required to carry out duties which are of lesser still nature than the post for which he / she is employed.
The post holder will be expected to work at any properties throughout the Trust as instructed by the Portering / Transport Manager.
The post holder will on occasions be required to work overtime / change working hours if the need of service dictates.
All Trust employees are expected to maintain existing skills and develop / receive training in new skills as required to carry out work at the Trust.
To ensure the appropriate use of safety and protective clothing and equipment, as required by good working practice and the Health and Safety at Work Act.
To read, understand and apply safety guidance notes, hazard letters, fire instructions and other such documents as issued to the post holder by the Portering / Transport Manager.
It is the responsibility of all Trust employees to ensure that all duties are carried out in accordance with best practice risk management.
All employees are expected to observe the Trusts Equal Opportunities Policy in their behaviour to the public and fellow employees.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the post holder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
The post holder will be required to attend training courses as directed.
Trust Values:
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
We put the person first and in the centre
We know that families and carers matter
We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
We improve and aim to be outstanding
We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Manual Handling.
- Fire.
- Commitment to undertaking relevant training commensurate to the job role.
Desirable
- Infection Control.
- COSHH.
- De-escalation & Break Away.
- Food Hygiene.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- Smart appearance.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Flexible approach to working patterns, change and unpredictable environments.
- Caring, friendly attitude.
- Ability to deliver high standards of work at all times.
- Ability to retain knowledge.
- Self motivated.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Experience
Essential
- Able to undertake basic maintenance tasks:
- Good interpersonal skills. Able to communicate with service users, work colleagues and visitors in a courteous and sensitive manner.
- Ability to work without immediate supervision, being able to prioritise, and use own initiative.
- Have understanding and awareness of Security risks.
- Previous experience of working in a demanding work environment.
Desirable
- Ability to read situations.
- Basic understanding of IT/mobile devices.
- Previous experience of working in a estates/facilities environment.
- Experience within a customer care/or a patient focused environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic literacy & numeric skills.
Desirable
- First Aid certificate.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Ability to complete accurate documentation.
- Ability to adapt.
- Ability to cope under pressure.
- Ability to prioritise workload.
Desirable
- Highway Code.
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Manual Handling.
- Fire.
- Commitment to undertaking relevant training commensurate to the job role.
Desirable
- Infection Control.
- COSHH.
- De-escalation & Break Away.
- Food Hygiene.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- Smart appearance.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Flexible approach to working patterns, change and unpredictable environments.
- Caring, friendly attitude.
- Ability to deliver high standards of work at all times.
- Ability to retain knowledge.
- Self motivated.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Experience
Essential
- Able to undertake basic maintenance tasks:
- Good interpersonal skills. Able to communicate with service users, work colleagues and visitors in a courteous and sensitive manner.
- Ability to work without immediate supervision, being able to prioritise, and use own initiative.
- Have understanding and awareness of Security risks.
- Previous experience of working in a demanding work environment.
Desirable
- Ability to read situations.
- Basic understanding of IT/mobile devices.
- Previous experience of working in a estates/facilities environment.
- Experience within a customer care/or a patient focused environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic literacy & numeric skills.
Desirable
- First Aid certificate.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Ability to complete accurate documentation.
- Ability to adapt.
- Ability to cope under pressure.
- Ability to prioritise workload.
Desirable
- Highway Code.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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