Job summary

We are seeking to recruit a full-time Facilities Assistant (cleaner) to join our team at Department of Psychiatry, Kings Drive, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 2UD.

A new hospital in Bexhill will replace our inpatient services at the Department of Psychiatry. This means that, if you are successful in your application, you will transfer to the new location when they open later in 2026.

This is a full-time position totalling 37.5 hours per week, working 7.5 hours per day, currently on each Monday to Friday afternoon. There is some scope for flexibility in the hours agreed with the successful candidate. In the new hospital, after relocation, the shifts will be arranged on a fortnightly pattern requiring alternate weekend working.

If you are approachable, flexible, able to work unsupervised and are reliable and if you want to make a positive difference to the experience of people in our care then this could be the perfect role for you.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for self-motivated individuals who can work equally well on their own or as part of a team, to deliver and achieve high standards ofenvironmental cleaning and prepare meals for service.

We need people who recognise the importance of a clean environment and food safety as well as the importance of adherence to infectionprevention and control standards at all times.

To protect the health and safety of our staff/workers, patients, and those attending our sites, we encourage our workforce to be fully vaccinatedagainst COVID-19.

About us

We value our workforce and will ensure that the successful candidate will have the training and support needed to achieve the highest standardspossible.

If you feel that you can make a positive contribution to our team and work to our exacting standards we welcome your application.

Job summary

Team Administration Co-ordinator - Band 4 (34.87 hours per week)

TCAT Service, Base negotiable

Permanent contract

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and resilient band 4 administration co-ordinator, to provide a comprehensive and efficient administration service for our Transforming Care Autism Team which sits under Neurodevelopmental Services.

We are a multidisciplinary team working with autistic adults and young people aged 14 upwards who are on the Learning Disability and Autism Program (LDA) The team is focused on avoiding admissions to hospitals as well as supporting appropriate discharges to community provision. The team works closely with commissioners to keep a focus on achieving outcomes.

The team works with individuals, their families, carers, other SPFT teams and agencies across Sussex. The successful candidate will ideally have a passion for improving the lives of this client group.

Main duties of the job

As a Team Administration Co-ordinator, you should be able to work autonomously and have strong organisational and communication skills, be able to work closely and collaboratively with clinicians and managers. Responsible for managing queries and referrals in preparation for triage, attending meetings, preparing agendas and taking accurate minutes and maintaining records, managing diaries, ordering equipment, supporting new starters with administrative tasks during their inductions and providing ad hoc service information to the service manager on request.

About us

Successful candidates will have demonstrable experience within this field and have an interest in developing a career within mental health services.

In return for your skills and experience we can offer you continued training and development, variety and a rewarding challenge, and the opportunity to work within a friendly and supportive team. For further information contact Donna Ramble 0782 535 6936.

Job summary

As a Prison Liaison Practitioner, you will deliver expert clinical advice and oversight to support men in prison awaiting transfer to secure inpatient mental health services. Based within Forensic Healthcare Services, you will serve as a specialist bridge between prison healthcare staff, secure inpatient units, and provider collaboratives across Kent, Surrey, and Sussex.

Working alongside a counterpart based at Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, you will form a small, discrete team offering mutual cover and joint clinical oversight for the waiting list of men awaiting hospital admission.

While prison healthcare providers retain primary clinical responsibility for patients during their stay in prison, your practitioner expertise will be pivotal in conducting advanced reviews, triaging referrals, and ensuring safe, timely transitions into

Main duties of the job

• Advanced Clinical Assessment: Apply expert, high-level clinical skills to assess and review men in prison awaiting secure inpatient admission, evaluating their suitability and urgent care needs in dynamic environments.

• Specialist Clinical Consultation: Offer expert practitioner advice and guidance to prison-based mental health services to optimize ongoing care while hospital transfer is arranged.

• Joint Oversight & Patient Flow: Work alongside your team counterpart to maintain joint clinical oversight of the waiting list for hospital transfers, ensuring streamlined referral management across the region.

• Team Cover & Continuity: Function as part of a small, supportive unit, providing mutual cover to ensure uninterrupted service delivery across Kent, Surrey, and Sussex.

• Multi-Agency Collaboration: Partner closely with prison healthcare providers, forensic inpatient teams, NHS collaboratives, and probation services to ensure seamless transitions and align risk management.

• Clinical Governance & Records: Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in line with Trust governance, professional standards, and confidentiality guidelines.

• The post holder does not provide treatment directly but provides expertise to prison based mental health services.

About us

We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway and are rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our teams support children, young people and adults with a wide range of mental health needs. We also provide specialist services, including all-age eating disorder services and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, such as autism and ADHD.

Because we work across the whole county and across hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the people we serve.

Our vision is simple: we are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. Everything we do is guided by our values: caring, inclusive, curious and confident.

Join us if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's working well together.

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Job summary

We are seeking a Band 6 Nurse, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist to join our Worthing Neighbourhood Mental Health Team as an Acute and Community Transition Practitioner.

This is a pivotal role bridging acute and community mental health services, ensuring clients experience a smooth, well-coordinated transition as they move between settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend all relevant acute and community meetings, including Crisis Team MDT meetings, ward risk huddles/bed meetings, ward rounds, discharge planning meetings, and ATS zoning meetings.
• Act as Lead Practitioner for all new admissions to SPFT acute hospitals and ECR beds who are not already known to the service -- providing active involvement from admission through discharge, and for 4-6 weeks post-discharge. At the end of this period, either discharge to primary care, signpost to other agencies, refer to Pathfinder, or request allocation to long-term support.
• Liaise effectively with carers and families, and maintain strong links with Urgent Care, Havens, and the Staying Well Service.
• Coordinate with team Lead Practitioners supporting clients currently in hospital, facilitating liaison with ward staff as required, including discharge coordinators and clinical bed managers.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with external organisations, including CGL, Adult Social Care, and West Sussex Talking Therapies.

Main duties of the job

As an Acute and Community Transition Practitioner you will be working closely with colleagues in our hospital discharge teams, to ensure that we achieve timely and safe discharges for patients. You will have oversight of all patients identified with complex needs, ensuring that the discharge planning and pathways are being robustly and proactively managed for these individuals.

You will play a key role in supporting our inpatient services in achieving timely discharges, supporting our aspiration to offer care and treatment for all patients within the most appropriate environments.

In line with our Trust value of 'People First', evidence shows that people who are treated nearer home and in the least restrictive manner, have better outcomes. You will work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team and our Adult and Older Adult Services, to help us provide this opportunity for the people of Sussex.

This post offers the Trust's £2,000 Golden Hello or Relocation Incentive for Band 6 Nurses & Practitioners, (pro rata and subject to terms and conditions; please see attached Protocol Document for full details).

About us

Community mental health services are undergoing a real transformation, and you could be part of these exciting developments. Our community mental health teams are becoming part of a more integrated network of services, with our mental health clinicians playing a central role in driving these changes in close partnership with colleagues in primary care and the third sector.

We recognise that working in mental health can be stressful, so we prioritise staff welfare, providing regular supervision, reflective practice, mentoring, and any other support that our clinicians need to ensure their wellbeing.

What you will receive from us:

• Regular Line Management Clinical and Professional supervision
• Access to a wide range of Training and CPD opportunities including;
• The opportunity to participate in a range QI work and service innovations
• Varied leadership development opportunities.

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to cover maternity leave, to join our dynamic crisis outreach acute support team (COAST) in supporting young people experiencing acute mental health difficulties.

As a Senior Occupational Therapist you will offer the opportunity to provide occupational therapy interventions for referred clients using evidence based, client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions. To promote and develop the role of Occupational Therapy within the clinical area. To act as a care coordinator if appropriate. Working collaboratively with families, education providers, and multidisciplinary colleagues, you will make a meaningful difference at a critical point in a young person's journey and hope while supporting safe alternatives to hospital admission.

Main duties of the job

Operate as a senior occupational therapy practitioner and manage an appropriate complex clinical caseload.To check JD.

About us

SPFT provides mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex. The trust is rated as 'good' overall and 'outstanding' for caring by the CQC.

SPFT encourage flexible working. We know that a positive work/life balance brings about huge health related benefits, which has a positive impact on the care we provide. Please speak to us about flexible working, for example, flexible start/finish times. If it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen.

You will receive supervision from the CAMHS Occupational Therapy professional lead within the wider CAMHS services and have opportunities to network with Occupational Therapists across Child and Adolescent Mental Health services in Sussex.

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation

This is an excellent time for Occupational Therapists to be joining Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust as we have launched our first AHP Strategy and can offer the following to you:

Regular professional supervision

The opportunity to participate in a range of quality improvement work and service innovations.

Access to a wide range of training and CPD opportunities including

oA programme of AHP specific training

oQuarterly Occupational Therapy CPD Hubs

oCommunities of Practice (Recovery through Activity and Sensory Strategies)

Have a look at our AHP strategy and view our film athttps://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/AHP

Details

Date posted

07 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

354-CS-21979

Job locations

Chalkhill

Chalkhill - on the premises of Princess Royal Hospital Site Lewes Road

Haywards Heath West Sussex

RH16 4NQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Registered with HCPC
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and varied role
• Able to communicate effectively in complex and challenging circumstances to support professional decision making
• Adaptable, organised, compassionate and a team player
• Experienced working in a multi-disciplinary children and young person's environment
• Experienced working with families who are facing tough times and have a particular affinity for working with young people.

It would also be advantageous if you have your own car as the role will involve direct work with young people and their families in their homes and communities across Sussex.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role.

You will receive supervision from the CAMHS Occupational Therapy professional lead within the wider CAMHS services and have opportunities to network with Occupational Therapists across young people services in Sussex.

The trust

This is an excellent time for Occupational Therapists to be joining Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust as we have launched our first AHP Strategy and can offer the following to you:

• Regular professional supervision
• The opportunity to participate in a range of quality improvement work and service innovations.
• Access to a wide range of training and CPD opportunities including A programme of AHP specific training Quarterly Occupational Therapy CPD Hubs Communities of Practice (AMPS and Sensory Strategies)
• Have a look at our AHP strategy and view our film athttps://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/AHP

Job description Job responsibilities Registered with HCPC Comfortable working in a fast-paced and varied role Able to communicate effectively in complex and challenging circumstances to support professional decision making Adaptable, organised, compassionate and a team player Experienced working in a multi-disciplinary children and young person's environment Experienced working with families who are facing tough times and have a particular affinity for working with young people. It would also be advantageous if you have your own car as the role will involve direct work with young people and their families in their homes and communities across Sussex. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role. You will receive supervision from the CAMHS Occupational Therapy professional lead within the wider CAMHS services and have opportunities to network with Occupational Therapists across young people services in Sussex. The trust This is an excellent time for Occupational Therapists to be joining Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust as we have launched our first AHP Strategy and can offer the following to you: Regular professional supervision The opportunity to participate in a range of quality improvement work and service innovations. Access to a wide range of training and CPD opportunities including A programme of AHP specific training Quarterly Occupational Therapy CPD Hubs Communities of Practice (AMPS and Sensory Strategies) Have a look at our AHP strategy and view our film athttps://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/AHP

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in occupational therapy
• Evidence of post graduate level study/training
• Registration with the HPC as anoccupational therapist
• Practice Education training
• Training in the use of standardised occupational therapy assessment tools

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Experience as a qualified occupational therapistin mental health
• Broad experience of working with clients with a range of mental health problems
• Experience of both group and individual work
• Experience of multidisciplinary working
• Experience of supervising staff and students
• Experience as a Care Coordinator
• Experience in a clinical area related to the post
• Experience in applying a range of assessment tools and a comprehensive knowledge of occupational therapy clinical approaches used in mental health

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree/Diploma in occupational therapy Evidence of post graduate level study/training Registration with the HPC as anoccupational therapist Practice Education training Training in the use of standardised occupational therapy assessment tools Knowledge/Experience Essential Experience as a qualified occupational therapistin mental health Broad experience of working with clients with a range of mental health problems Experience of both group and individual work Experience of multidisciplinary working Experience of supervising staff and students Experience as a Care Coordinator Experience in a clinical area related to the post Experience in applying a range of assessment tools and a comprehensive knowledge of occupational therapy clinical approaches used in mental health

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

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chalkhill

Chalkhill - on the premises of Princess Royal Hospital Site Lewes Road

Haywards Heath West Sussex

RH16 4NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chalkhill

Chalkhill - on the premises of Princess Royal Hospital Site Lewes Road

Haywards Heath West Sussex

RH16 4NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The post holder will provide specialist assessments and interventions to patients within a care group; participate in review of clinical policies and guidelines relevant to the area and support and implement changes to practice; liaise with other organisations and professionals to promote communication and good practice; be able to undertake audit activity and supervision to other staff in service area/care group. Have an understanding of psychosocial interventions to include psycho-education, wellness recovery action plans and discharge planning.

The post holder will lead the multi disciplinary team , working closely withother professionals and managers in the NMHT in the SOAMHS speciality.

Main duties of the job

As part of our community transformation plans we continuing to develop our Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams. For Specialist Older Adult services there are five teams across East Sussex with a range of multi disciplinary professionals in each team who will provide assessment, treatment and interventions including the provision of intensive support and treatment to enable people to receive care and treatment in their home setting and avoid the need for hospital admissions.

We are looking for a Band 7 Team Lead to provide Leadership and management to a MDT. This will include Leadership and clinical input of intensive support to older people in their home setting in the Hastings & Rother area. Join us and be at the forefront of leading the community transformation changes.

You will have access to local clinical and professional supervision, regular training and personal development opportunities. Opportunity to be at the forefront of new and innovative developing teams, including intensive support practitioners and virtual ward.

In return, you will bring us commitment, enthusiasm and the ability to work as part of an innovative service that is always looking for ways to improve the care it delivers. Joining the Trust, you would become part of a network of nursing staff working with older adults and people with dementia and have the opportunity to network with, and learn from, colleagues in similar roles across the Trust.

About us

In East Sussex we are proud and excited to be working in partnership with local service providers across the health and social care system to provide high quality, innovative and joined-up care for older people with mental health needs and / or dementia and their families.

In addition, we have the Centre for Dementia Studies, which is a joint venture between Brighton and Sussex Medical School and Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.

Job summary

We are delighted to be advertising for a Specialist Practitioner Psychologist/ Specialist Psychological Therapist (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy / Psychotherapeutic Counselling) to join our urgent care team, based in Saint Leonards-on-Sea. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed Specialist Practitioner Psychologist / Specialist Psychological Therapist to join our supportive and innovative Urgent care teams. You'll work alongside psychology colleagues as part of a multi-disciplinary team committed to providing exceptional care to those experiencing a mental health crisis. This post is open to those newly qualified - there is support within the service to develop.

You will work with people with a wide range of mental health problems, their families and carers. Many people come to urgent care with their first experience of mental health difficulties as a result of bereavement, addiction, physical illness, domestic violence, onset of dementia, debt or workplace bullying; so we wouldwelcome applicants with a range of experience, who may not have worked in an acute or urgent care environment before. We also see a range of people with complex mental health difficulties with histories of service use and work closely with community teams, acute wards and other specialist services in Sussex; soexperience in these areas would also be welcomed.

Main duties of the job

You will provide specialist crisis interventions for those referred into our service and help contribute to the multi-disciplinary team's thinking and care-planning, working closely with the team. Your primary role is to provide psychological assessment, formulation and short-term evidence-based therapeutic interventions for individualsand groups.Alongside this, youwill also provide consultation, training, and support: such as facilitation of reflective practice and case discussion. We work closely with OT, peer specialist and carer specialists which gives us particular flexibility and opportunity. We also have other psychological therapists,trainees and assistant psychologist(s).

We approach our work as trauma informed and currently offer interventions for individuals and groups, informed byCBT, DBT and compassion focussed therapy. We occasionally contribute toneuro testingand have specialist supervision for these disciplines; and can offer training where you have an interest but have not yet undertaken training. There are also opportunities to get involved with family interventions and open dialogue network meetings within the service

About us

Sussex Partnership Trust provides mental health and learning disability care for children, young people, and adults across Sussex. We'd love you to join our organisation that is rated good overall and outstanding for caring by the Care Quality Commission.

Urgent and acute care psychology:

You will be a part of the wider East Sussex Psychological Professions group providing the opportunity for continuing professional development, sharing of expertise and peer support. You will also be part of the Trust's Adult Acute Psychological network, which provides specialist guidance and support on governance and best practice, including specialty CPD days.

Working in East Sussex:

Working in East Sussex there is the opportunity to travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns- there's always new experiences to be enjoyed.

You will be based in Hastings seeing clients at the team base, in their own homes, as well as virtually via telephone or online appointments.

This part-time role offers the opportunity for flexible working.

If you would like to ask anything or have a chat about this opportunity, please do get in touch.

Details

Date posted

07 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

354-AE-21380

Job locations

CRHT, Woodlands Centre for Acute Care

729 The Ridge

St. Leonards-on-Sea

TN37 7PT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

REQUIREMENTS

Successful applications will be required to have:

A degree in Psychology and Doctoral level training in Applied Psychology (or its equivalent for those who trained before 1996 or outside the UK)

Or, you will have accredited training in CBT

See attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated team member. We would welcome informal visits or a phone conversation about the service/post.

Please contact Dr Nadia Ahlenius, Counselling Psychologist, Urgent Care Team Hastings on 0300 304 0253 / email [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities REQUIREMENTS Successful applications will be required to have: A degree in Psychology and Doctoral level training in Applied Psychology (or its equivalent for those who trained before 1996 or outside the UK) Or, you will have accredited training in CBT See attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated team member. We would welcome informal visits or a phone conversation about the service/post. Please contact Dr Nadia Ahlenius, Counselling Psychologist, Urgent Care Team Hastings on 0300 304 0253 / email [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oPost-graduate doctoral level training in applied psychology [or its equivalent for those trained before 1996 or outside the UK*] as approved by the HPC, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental Psychology.
• oOr recognised accredited post graduate level training in cognitive behavioural therapy accredited by the BABCP Accreditation with British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
• oProfessionally registered as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health Professions Council (HCPC) or with the British Association of Behavioural and cognitive psychotherapy.
• oOr A minimum two-year post-graduate (or equivalent) qualification in Psychotherapy, Counselling, or Counselling Psychology, comprising no less than 450 hours programme contact and including no less than 200 hours supervised counselling practice. Accreditation with British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP), British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) or registration with the Health Professionals Council (HCPC) as a practitioner psychologist

Desirable

• oPre-qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology.

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• oDemonstrable competence in the delivery of psychological therapy including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse
• oKnowledge of guidance and legislation in relation to the client group
• oKnowledge of theory, practice and evidence base of specialist psychological therapy
• oExperience of the application of psychological therapy in different cultural contexts
• oEvidence of commitment to CPD

Skills

Essential

• oWell developed skills in communication (oral and written) of highly technical and clinical sensitive information to clients, carers, families and other professional colleagues, both within and outside the NHS
• oProven ability to establish, maintain and conclude therapeutic relationships
• oGood inter-professional skills and ability to work autonomously in a multi-disciplinary setting
• oCapacity to reflect and make good use of supervision
• oAbility to plan and manage a dynamic caseload of work

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oPost-graduate doctoral level training in applied psychology [or its equivalent for those trained before 1996 or outside the UK*] as approved by the HPC, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental Psychology. oOr recognised accredited post graduate level training in cognitive behavioural therapy accredited by the BABCP Accreditation with British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) oProfessionally registered as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health Professions Council (HCPC) or with the British Association of Behavioural and cognitive psychotherapy. oOr A minimum two-year post-graduate (or equivalent) qualification in Psychotherapy, Counselling, or Counselling Psychology, comprising no less than 450 hours programme contact and including no less than 200 hours supervised counselling practice. Accreditation with British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP), British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) or registration with the Health Professionals Council (HCPC) as a practitioner psychologist Desirable oPre-qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology. Knowledge/Experience Essential oDemonstrable competence in the delivery of psychological therapy including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse oKnowledge of guidance and legislation in relation to the client group oKnowledge of theory, practice and evidence base of specialist psychological therapy oExperience of the application of psychological therapy in different cultural contexts oEvidence of commitment to CPD Skills Essential oWell developed skills in communication (oral and written) of highly technical and clinical sensitive information to clients, carers, families and other professional colleagues, both within and outside the NHS oProven ability to establish, maintain and conclude therapeutic relationships oGood inter-professional skills and ability to work autonomously in a multi-disciplinary setting oCapacity to reflect and make good use of supervision oAbility to plan and manage a dynamic caseload of work

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

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

CRHT, Woodlands Centre for Acute Care

729 The Ridge

St. Leonards-on-Sea

TN37 7PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

CRHT, Woodlands Centre for Acute Care

729 The Ridge

St. Leonards-on-Sea

TN37 7PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Band 6 Registered Nurse - Sussex Family Eating Disorder Service

We are seeking to recruit a passionate, knowledgeable and dynamic registered clinician to join our Specialist Family Eating Disorder Service (SFEDS) on a full time, permanent contract.

SFEDS works with young people aged 10-18 with an eating disorder, and their families, supporting recovery through evidenced based interventions such as the Maudsley Family Therapy Models and E-CBT. We pride ourselves on delivering high quality evidenced based treatment in accordance with NICE Guidelines and National Access and Waiting Times Standards.

You will be joining a service of highly skilled and experienced Family and Systemic Psychotherapists, Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychology and Assistant Psychologists, Nurses, Dietitian, Support Workers and Occupational Therapists.

You will work as a member of the clinic service/team, providing a high quality, specialist treatment to clients, their families or carers. In addition, to support nursing practice within the team through consultation, supervision, formulation and training.

You will participate in systematic clinical governance and offer clinical supervision to junior nursing colleagues and student nurses. You will have the opportunity to undertake audits, contribute to, and lead on, quality improvement, service development and research.

We offer and support flexible working

We do require staff to be on site for 60% of their working week

Main duties of the job

To provide a qualified, high quality specialist nursing service to individuals, carers, families and groups, within and across teams, in line with best evidence-based practice and Trust care pathways.

To be responsible for holding and managing a clinical caseload and to exercise autonomous professional responsibility for the planning and prioritising of own workload and the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients, within the bounds of the service operational policy.

Be responsible for making clinical management decisions in complex clinical issues.

To clinically supervise junior nursing colleagues, nursing students and other staff as appropriate.

To professionally supervise and, when appropriate, manage junior nursing colleagues, nursing students and other staff as appropriate.

To complete assessments of those referred to the service and outcome this in a timely manner in line with Code of Conduct.

To provide consultation, mentorship, supervision and advice about clinical nursing issues to other members of the team/service and other professionals working with service users across a range of agencies/settings as appropriate.

To work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the systemic governance of nursing practice within the team.

About us

Sussex Partnership Trust provides mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex.

Working in Sussex:

Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns.

Embrace the city life with great access to visit Brighton and London

With easy access to Gatwick and Heathrow and excellent railway links across the UK there is plenty of opportunity for adventure

We'd love you to join our organisation that is rated 'good' overall and 'outstanding' for caring by the Care Quality Commission. Our staff agree, with 82% of people in our recent staff survey telling us that they recognise that care for patients is our top priority.

Other key staff survey results include:

70% highlighting flexible working opportunities as a key point for satisfaction at work

79% reporting feeling able to make suggestions to improve the work within their team

77% identifying the opportunities to show initiative in their roles

This post offers the Trust's £2,000 Golden Hello or Relocation Incentive for Band 6 Nurses & Practitioners, (pro rata and subject to terms and conditions; please see attached Protocol Document for full details).

Job summary

The Rapid Response service was established in November 2024, building on the success of the Blue Light team. We effectively support emergency services responding to individuals experiencing mental health crisis. Interventions are largely delivered in individuals' homes, avoiding unnecessary conveyance to A&E and reducing the use of Section 136 during operational hours.

We provide emergency responders with advice and the option to request on-scene attendance, resulting in more appropriate care and reducing the time emergency services spend managing mental health incidents in the community. We are looking for experienced mental health professionals to work across Sussex. You will be a responsive practitioner who carries out person centred interventions, assessments and develop an onward care plan that can address a mental health crisis. This could be on the telephone, virtually or 'at scene'. Practitioners will be accompanied by a community support worker who can provide basic first aid and assistance by providing support to carers and administrative tasks.

The service operates over 24 hrs, and Rapid Response practitioners currently work a mix of long days 10am-10pm and midday to midnight, 7 days a week.

They work in partnership with Blue Light Line who provide a single point of access to emergency responders giving information and clinical advice ensuring patients achieve the best outcomes and reduce the need for conveyance to A&E and alternatives to the use of S136

Main duties of the job

To receive information from emergency service colleagues, and give advice and support based on the clinical presentation of a person in crisis, including a self- defined crisis.

To receive information from emergency service colleagues and based on the clinical presentation of the person offer either a 'hear and treat intervention' by speaking directly to a person in crisis on the telephone, and when appropriate their carers and loved ones. Or if required attend the scene to carry out a face-to-face person-centred holistic assessment and formulate a care plan that addresses the presenting mental health need, and make any referrals required.

Complete written records that outline the presenting need for each referral, intervention offered and the outcomes.

When required, using clinical skills and knowledge, advise police colleagues on alternative means of support available to avoid the use of S136, offer least restrictive practice and gain the best outcomes for those in mental health crisis.

Advise paramedics on alternative pathways to mental health assessment without the need for conveyance to A&E when there is no medical need.

To have experience of and specialist knowledge on interventions to be able to lead in clinical area.

To demonstrate excellent communication skills and provide handovers of activity.

To work in partnership with other agencies to gain the best person -centred outcomes for the individual.

About us

We provide mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire.

Working in Sussex:

Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns

Embrace the city life with great access to visit Brighton and London

With easy access to Gatwick and Heathrow and excellent railway links across the UK there is plenty of opportunity for adventure

We'd love you to join our organisation that is rated 'good' overall and 'outstanding' for caring by the CQC. Our staff agree, in our recent staff survey 82% told us that they recognise that care for patients is our top priority.

Job summary

The Rapid Response service was established in November 2024, building on the success of the Blue Light team. We effectively support emergency services responding to individuals experiencing mental health crisis. Interventions are largely delivered in individuals' homes, avoiding unnecessary conveyance to A&E and reducing the use of Section 136 during operational hours.

We provide emergency responders with advice and the option to request on-scene attendance, resulting in more appropriate care and reducing the time emergency services spend managing mental health incidents in the community. We are looking for experienced mental health professionals to work across Sussex. You will be a responsive practitioner who carries out person centred interventions, assessments and develop an onward care plan that can address a mental health crisis. This could be on the telephone, virtually or 'at scene'. Practitioners will be accompanied by a community support worker who can provide basic first aid and assistance by providing support to carers and administrative tasks.

The service operates over 24 hrs, and Rapid Response practitioners currently work a mix of long days 10am-10pm and midday to midnight, 7 days a week.

They work in partnership with Blue Light Line who provide a single point of access to emergency responders giving information and clinical advice ensuring patients achieve the best outcomes and reduce the need for conveyance to A&E and alternatives to the use of S136

Main duties of the job

To receive information from emergency service colleagues, and give advice and support based on the clinical presentation of a person in crisis, including a self- defined crisis.

To receive information from emergency service colleagues and based on the clinical presentation of the person offer either a 'hear and treat intervention' by speaking directly to a person in crisis on the telephone, and when appropriate their carers and loved ones. Or if required attend the scene to carry out a face-to-face person-centred holistic assessment and formulate a care plan that addresses the presenting mental health need, and make any referrals required.

Complete written records that outline the presenting need for each referral, intervention offered and the outcomes.

When required, using clinical skills and knowledge, advise police colleagues on alternative means of support available to avoid the use of S136, offer least restrictive practice and gain the best outcomes for those in mental health crisis.

Advise paramedics on alternative pathways to mental health assessment without the need for conveyance to A&E when there is no medical need.

To have experience of and specialist knowledge on interventions to be able to lead in clinical area.

To demonstrate excellent communication skills and provide handovers of activity.

To work in partnership with other agencies to gain the best person -centred outcomes for the individual.

About us

We provide mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire.

Working in Sussex:

Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns

Embrace the city life with great access to visit Brighton and London

With easy access to Gatwick and Heathrow and excellent railway links across the UK there is plenty of opportunity for adventure

We'd love you to join our organisation that is rated 'good' overall and 'outstanding' for caring by the CQC. Our staff agree, in our recent staff survey 82% told us that they recognise that care for patients is our top priority.

Job summary

We are the NHS 111/Select the Mental Health Option (MHO) service. The service is a 24/7 mental health crisis line for anyone who may be in crisis and in urgent need of help with their mental health.

We are an ageless service operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The shifts are Early 7-3pm, Late 1-9pm Night 20.45-07.15, the successful applicant will be required to work a mixture of all shifts.

We are currently recruiting for a NHS 111(MHO) Call Operator to join our busy team. You will be joining a friendly, supportive and dedicated team of Clinicians and Call Operators responding to Sussex-wide callers who require support for their own or others Mental Health difficulties.

All work is telephone based at our offices in Worthing.

Main duties of the job

As an NHS 111 (MHO) Call Operator you will be trained in a specific triage tool, to be utilised alongside your existing skills, to support callers and where necessary escalate to a clinician or signpost to services across Sussex.

We place a large focus on staff training, including a bespoke induction and plenty of on-going in-house training. You will benefit from a full and robust supervision package, with ample opportunities for group reflection, development and mentoring.

There is no appointment system so the work is fast-paced and varied.

About us

SPFT provides mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex and for children and young people

Working in Sussex:

• Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns
• Embrace the city life with great access to visit Brighton and London
• With easy access to Gatwick and Heathrow and excellent railway links across the UK there is plenty of opportunity for adventure

Job summary

Rapid Response works closely with emergency services and the Beachy Head Chaplains to support people experiencing mental health crisis, helping to avoid A&E conveyance and the use of Section 136 during operational hours.

We are recruiting Community Support Workers primarily based in Chichester, with some flexibility to work across all areas including Eastbourne, Crawley, Hove and Worthing as mutually agreed.

The role supports mental health professionals in delivering person-centred interventions, assessments and care plans for those in crisis. Support may be provided by phone, virtually, or at scene.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Experience in mental health services and a willingness to further develop your skills
• A full UK driving licence
• Awareness of factors affecting safety and service user experience
• Understanding of risks impacting emergency service colleagues

Shifts are long days midday to midnight, 7 days a week, with generous enhancements.

Main duties of the job

Rapid Response operate every day of the week between 10am-10pm and/or midday and midnight, with staff working long day shifts. The team also work in partnership with Blue Light Line who provide a single point of access to Service Partners giving information and clinical advice to ensure that patients achieve the best outcomes and reduce the need for conveyance to A&E and alternatives to the use of S136.

The community support worker will drive the mental health professional, using the trusts long wheel base van, to the location if they are required 'on scene'.

To provide basic first aid if required and assist the mental health professional by providing support to carers. Prior to, and following an intervention support the mental health professional with administrative and telephone tasks.

Main duties of the job

• To be an active team member supporting the Rapid Response Practitioner to fulfil the requirements of their role.
• To drive the mental health vehicle provided to the location of the person in crisis
• To be confident in face to face and telephone communication with Police, Paramedics and other Service Partners. To accurately record messages and conversations.
• Support carers and loved ones at scene enabling the Rapid Response practitioner to focus on their assessment/intervention.
• Assist Rapid Response Practitioner with administrative tasks including data entry.
• To contribute to improving access to supportive services for persons in mental health crisis

About us

We provide mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire.

Working in Sussex:

Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns

Embrace the city life with great access to visit Brighton and London

With easy access to Gatwick and Heathrow and excellent railway links across the UK there is plenty of opportunity for adventure

We'd love you to join our organisation that is rated 'good' overall and 'outstanding' for caring by the CQC. Our staff agree, in our recent staff survey 82% told us that they recognise that care for patients is our top priority.

Job summary

NHS 111 select the Mental health Option (MHO) is a 24/7 mental health crisis line for anyone who may be in crisis and in urgent need of help with their mental health.

The service is free and is available to anyone of any age who is concerned about their own mental health or that of a relative or friend. This includes carers and healthcare professionals.

NHS 111 (MHO) is staffed by a team of experienced mental health clinicians and operators. Although we are not a counselling service, all our staff will listen and help callers to identify and clarify their immediate problems and to explore ways of coping or suggest alternative avenues of help.

This post offers the Trust's £2,000 Golden Helloor Relocation Incentive for Band 6 Nurses & Practitioners, (pro rata and subject to terms and conditions; please see attached Protocol Document for full details).

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit experienced mental health clinicians to join our busy team. You will be joining a friendly, supportive and dedicated team responding to Sussex-wide callers who require support for their own or others mental health.

As a clinician you will be trained in triage and risk formulation/assessments to be utilised alongside your existing skills, to support callers and where necessary signpost to urgent care services across Sussex. You will also supervise, offer pastoral care and act as a point of escalation for a team of Call Operators who may require support with complex calls.

All work is telephone based, we are working from our office base in Sussex.

About us

Working in Sussex:

• Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns
• Embrace the city life with great access to visit Brighton and London
• With easy access to Gatwick and Heathrow and excellent railway links across the UK there is plenty of opportunity for adventure

We'd love you to join our organisation that is rated 'good' overall and 'outstanding' for caring by the CQC. Our staff agree, in our recent staff survey 82% told us that they recognise that care for patients is our top priority.

Key staff survey results include:

• • 70% highlighting flexible working opportunities as a key point for satisfaction at work
  • 79% reporting feeling able to make suggestions to improve the work within their team
  • 77% identifying the opportunities to show initiative in their roles
• We encourage flexible working. We know that a positive work/ life balance brings about huge health-related benefits, which has a positive impact on the care we provide.

Job summary

Working as part of a dedicated team of general nurses to offer advice, support and training to Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust services in the delivery of physical healthcare interventions which support the needs of patients living with complex psychological and physical health needs.

The role includes provision of Physical Health and Infection Prevention and Control service for the Trust, offering advice, support and training with elements of audit, improvement plans and associated support and the identification and management of outbreaks of infection.

This role will champion and lead developments in physical healthcare and support frontline teams in the patient environment.

This post offers the Trust's £2,000 Golden Helloor Relocation Incentive for Band 6 Nurses & Practitioners, (pro rata and subject to terms and conditions; please see attached Protocol Document for full details).

Main duties of the job

The post holder is an RGN working within their professional boundaries to work collaboratively with SPFT frontline teams to advise and support the delivery of excellent physical healthcare and IPC standards to support excellent quality of care and a safe care environment for staff and patients.

About us

Sussex Partnership is one of the largest mental health trusts in the UK. We are a friendly and committed pharmacy team, who are keen to support the wellbeing of our patients and each other.

About us

As a mental health trust Sussex Partnership places a huge focus on the wellbeing of our staff, as well as ensuring our reward packages reflect the immensely important work they do.

You can expect:

• Access to full psychological support, the wellbeing team
• Excellent supervision programmes.
• Flexible working opportunities
• Access to a host of discount schemes (including gyms, shopping, restaurants and cars)
• A position within a trust rated as Outstanding for caring and Good overall by the CQC
• Generous holiday entitlement (starting at 27 days + 8 bank holidays)
• Excellent NHS Pension Scheme

Details

Date posted

06 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

354-CO-21984

Job locations

Portland House

Richmond Rd

Worthing

BN11 1HS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will demonstrate an ability to undertake a physical assessment of patients with complex physical health needs, and will plan and support implementation of care and evaluate effectiveness.The post-holder may be required to develop specialist programmes for patients with complexneeds/conditions in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams both within and external to SPFT to ensure that the needs of the patient are met.The post- holder will also demonstrate safe clinical decision-making and will provide expert advice, support and guidance to inform the safe and effective care of patients within a mental health/ learning disability setting.The post holder is expected to work collaboratively with PHIPC team members and SPFT clinical teams to meet the needs of patients and support the delivery of care objectives, quality improvement and the implementation of Trust policies and procedures as well as national best practice standards of care.The post-holder will participate in the development and delivery of training materials and resources to inform a high standard of physical healthcare/ IPC within SPFT services.The post-holder will have shared responsibility for management of a caseload of patients across SPFT with physical healthcare needs.

Job description Job responsibilities The post-holder will demonstrate an ability to undertake a physical assessment of patients with complex physical health needs, and will plan and support implementation of care and evaluate effectiveness.The post-holder may be required to develop specialist programmes for patients with complexneeds/conditions in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams both within and external to SPFT to ensure that the needs of the patient are met.The post- holder will also demonstrate safe clinical decision-making and will provide expert advice, support and guidance to inform the safe and effective care of patients within a mental health/ learning disability setting.The post holder is expected to work collaboratively with PHIPC team members and SPFT clinical teams to meet the needs of patients and support the delivery of care objectives, quality improvement and the implementation of Trust policies and procedures as well as national best practice standards of care.The post-holder will participate in the development and delivery of training materials and resources to inform a high standard of physical healthcare/ IPC within SPFT services.The post-holder will have shared responsibility for management of a caseload of patients across SPFT with physical healthcare needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse
• Post registration experience of working as a Band 6 nurse, or an experienced Band 5 nurse seeking professional development.

Knowledge, Experience

Essential

• Professional knowledge acquired through degree level study.
• A combination of on the job learning in a specialist area and short courses in specific topic or subject areas or ? breadth of knowledge gained through a combination of on the job learning in a specific area and short courses in specific topic or breadth of knowledge gained through experience to be able to work autonomously.
• Experience within acute and/or community care settings
• Evidence of interest in infection prevention and control
• Recognises the interdependencies between physical and psychological health cam demonstrate effective ways of working to meet the needs of individual patients
• Experience of taking responsibility of a team or designated area of work

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse Post registration experience of working as a Band 6 nurse, or an experienced Band 5 nurse seeking professional development. Knowledge, Experience Essential Professional knowledge acquired through degree level study. A combination of on the job learning in a specialist area and short courses in specific topic or subject areas or ? breadth of knowledge gained through a combination of on the job learning in a specific area and short courses in specific topic or breadth of knowledge gained through experience to be able to work autonomously. Experience within acute and/or community care settings Evidence of interest in infection prevention and control Recognises the interdependencies between physical and psychological health cam demonstrate effective ways of working to meet the needs of individual patients Experience of taking responsibility of a team or designated area of work

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

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Portland House

Richmond Rd

Worthing

BN11 1HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Portland House

Richmond Rd

Worthing

BN11 1HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This role will provide quality assistance and administrative services to the Culture & OD team, primarily supporting the day to day delivery of Staff Health and Wellbeing services and activities, while contributing to cross-cover across the wider team.

This role will provide a thoughtful, respectful and person-centred service, embedding equality, diversity and inclusion principles into day to day working, and building and maintaining effective working relationships.

Main duties of the job

The Culture and OD Assistant, Health and Wellbeing will provide a full assistant and administrative support service, primarily to the Staff Health and Wellbeing function. This will include acting as a first point of contact for staff through the Staff Health and Wellbeing shared mailbox and other contact routes; supporting wellbeing initiatives and events; processing requests and purchases through the Trust purchasing system; supporting invoice administration; and maintaining accurate records.The post holder will also provide agreed cross-cover for administrative activity across the wider Culture & OD team, including shared inboxes, meetings, training and events, during periods of leave, sickness, vacancies or peaks in workload.

The post holder will respond to queries appropriate to their job role and refer more complex queries to Staff Health and Wellbeing Leads or other Culture & OD team colleagues as appropriate.

About us

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SPFT) provides mental health, learning disability and neurodevelopmental services across Sussex, supporting people to live healthy, fulfilling lives. We are committed to being an employer of choice, creating a compassionate, inclusive and high-performing culture where colleagues feel valued, supported and able to thrive.

The Culture, Leadership & Organisational Development team plays a key role in delivering this ambition by supporting leadership development, organisational effectiveness, staff engagement, culture improvement and workforce transformation across the Trust. Working within a collaborative and supportive team, the postholder will contribute to Trust-wide initiatives that strengthen leadership capability, improve staff experience and support the delivery of high-quality care for the populations we serve.

Job summary

Band 6 NMHT Community Mental Health Practitioner

An opportunity has arisen for aCommunity Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist to join the Worthing Neighbourhood Mental Health Team. Working as part of a well-established multidisciplinary team, you will deliver high-quality, evidence-based assessment, treatment, and care to individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health difficulties within the local community.

The successful candidate will hold a caseload of service users with complex mental health needs and will be responsible for providing specialist assessment, collaborative care planning, therapeutic interventions, and risk management. You will work closely with service users, carers, primary care colleagues, and partner agencies to promote recovery, independence, and positive clinical outcomes.

We are seeking a motivated, adaptable, and compassionate practitioner who is committed to delivering person-centred care and can demonstrate excellent communication, clinical decision-making, and team-working skills. The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary environment and a strong commitment to recovery-focused practice are essential.

At Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, our vision is to provide outstanding care and treatment. If you have the passion, commitment, and expertise to make a meaningful difference to the lives of people experiencing mental health difficulties, we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

The Community Mental Health Practitioner will work in partnership with service users, carers, families and partner agencies to deliver high-quality, person-centred, recovery-focused care for individuals with complex mental health needs. The post holder will be responsible for undertaking comprehensive assessments, developing and implementing collaborative care and recovery plans, and supporting service users to achieve their identified goals and maximise their independence and quality of life.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, the post holder will utilise specialist knowledge and evidence-based interventions to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care, ensuring that treatment is tailored to individual needs and delivered in accordance with professional standards and best practice. This will include delivering psychoeducation, coordinating care, supporting discharge planning, and facilitating seamless transitions across services and care pathways.

They will demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding, risk management, and the promotion of safety and wellbeing for service users and their support networks at all times.

In addition, the post holder will provide specialist advice and interventions, contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives, and support the learning and development of colleagues through the provision of clinical supervision, mentorship and practice education for staff and students.

About us

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest mental health trusts in the UK, providing specialist mental health and learning disability services for children, young people and adults across Sussex, and for children and young people in Hampshire. We are proud of our reputation for delivering high-quality, compassionate care and fostering a supportive, inclusive workplace where both patients and staff are valued.

At Sussex Partnership, the wellbeing of our staff is a key priority. We recognise the vital contribution our colleagues make every day and are committed to supporting their health, wellbeing, professional development and work-life balance. As part of our team, you will have access to a wide range of benefits and opportunities, including:

• Comprehensive wellbeing and psychological support services.
• High-quality supervision, training and career development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Access to a range of employee discount schemes, including retail, leisure, travel and vehicle leasing.
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement, starting at 27 days plus bank holidays.

This post offers the Trust's £2,000 Golden Helloor Relocation Incentive for Band 6 Nurses & Practitioners, (pro rata and subject to terms and conditions; please see attached Protocol Document for full details).

Job summary

Are you enthusiastic and passionate about improving the lives of patientswith mental health problems, then apply for a lead pharmacist role in ourMental Health and Learning Disabilities Trust. We have an opportunityto support the Urgent Care teams and inpatient unit currently based in Eastbourne, which laterthis year, will be moving to a brand new purpose built unit in Bexhill.Combe Valley - a new mental health hospital for Bexhill :: Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

You should have an interest for working within a specialist mental health service, an understanding of the medicines used and an awareness of the people we support and care for. The role will primarily be based at Combe Valley Hospital.

The post holder will be supported to undertake further accreditations as appropriate, and there are opportunities to develop the role and service to the inpatient wards and urgent care, allowing your vision for clinical care to grow with the service in a collaborative, holistic and accessible therapeutic environment.

You will be joining a friendly, supportive Pharmacy team which is highly regarded in the Trust . This role is a great opportunity to start or continue a career in mental health and can lead to a future senior role.

This post is subject to an enhanced check with adults barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Main duties of the job

This role provides a high-quality clinical pharmacy and medicines optimisation service, ensuring that patients receive the maximum benefit from their medicines while promoting their safe, effective, and cost-efficient use. The post holder will support and advise healthcare professionals, enabling them to prescribe, administer, and monitor medicines safely and appropriately.

Working closely with pharmacy colleagues across the East Sussex locality of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, the post holder will contribute as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and the wider Trust pharmacy service. Alongside supporting the safe and effective use of medicines, the postholder will lead on delivering clinical pharmacy services, promoting medicines optimisation, and contributing to the continuous improvement of patient care, within Combe Valley Hospital.

The successful candidate will be a well-organised, adaptable, and motivated individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. They will be able to work independently, demonstrate sound clinical judgement, manage competing priorities effectively, and build strong collaborative relationships with colleagues across multidisciplinary teams.

About us

We are a friendly and committed pharmacy team, who are keen to support the wellbeing of our patients and each other. Sussex Partnership Foundation Trust is one of the largest mental health and learning disability trusts in the UK. As a mental health trust SPFT places a huge focus on the wellbeing of our staff, as well as ensuring our reward packages reflect the immensely important work they do.

You can expect:o Access to full psychological support, the wellbeing teamo Excellent supervision programmes.o Flexible working opportunitieso Access to a host of discount schemes (including gyms, shopping, restaurants and cars)o A position within a trust rated as Outstanding for caring and Good overall by the CQCo Generous holiday entitlement (starting at 27 days + 8 bank holidays) pro ratao Excellent NHS Pension Scheme

Job summary

Are you a Registered Nursing Associate passionate about supporting people with severe mental illness in their recovery? Would you like to join a supportive team that values collaborative working?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nursing Associate to join the Community Rehabilitation Service (Bognor Regis Hub). You will support adults with complex psychosis, treatment-resistant psychosis and other severe mental illnesses, in line with NICE rehabilitation guidance.

Working within a multidisciplinary team under the supervision of registered nurses, you will contribute to recovery-focused interventions, physical health monitoring and assessments. Your work will help people maximise independence and achieve meaningful recovery goals.

We are seeking an enthusiastic team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build rapport and deliver compassionate, person-centred care. Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential.

Experience working with people with severe mental illness is desirable. Applications are also welcomed from those with experience supporting older adults.

The team works Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, including Bank Holidays (except Christmas Day) on a rota basis. This is a full-time, mainly office-based role when not undertaking visits. Flexible working requests will be considered in line with service needs.

Informal enquiries and visits are warmly welcomed.

Main duties of the job

As a Registered Nursing Associate, you will:

• Build and maintain strong therapeutic relationships to promote engagement and recovery
• Work collaboratively within the MDT while demonstrating the ability to work autonomously and exercise professional judgement under leadership of the registered nurses/ team members.
• Contribute to robust risk assessments to support safe and effective care.
• Contribute to the development, review and implementation of recovery-focused care plans reflecting individual strengths, needs and goals.
• The nursing associate must have the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care and treatment independently in line with the individual's defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the nursing associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.
• Work with a mentor to take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Compassionate and client-focused, with a commitment to recovery-oriented practice
• Highly organised, flexible and adaptable in a dynamic clinical environment
• Skilled at building rapport and maintaining therapeutic relationships
• Proficient in the attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS and Trust Values along with the 6 C's of nursing.
• A strong team player

About us

Our service provides inter-professional community mental health rehabilitation for people who require more intensive support than is available through Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams. We work with individuals in their own homes, NHS sites and community settings, delivering compassionate, person-centred care to promote recovery. Collaboration sits at the heart of the service, with strong teamwork supporting consistent and responsive care.

The Sussex Community Rehabilitation Service is delivered through locality-based Hubs across the Trust. In West Sussex there are three Hubs, based in Bognor Regis (this post), Worthing and Horsham. The service offers both short- and longer-term pathways. Short-term pathways provide time-limited community rehabilitation support for up to 16 weeks, while longer-term pathways offer care coordination, typically for a minimum of three years.

Our team-based model fosters a highly supportive environment for both the people we support and our staff.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative team, including regular supervision and reflective practice
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people's lives
• Quarterly West Sussex CRS CPD days
• Divisional Nursing Forums offering development and networking opportunities

Job summary

NHS 111 option mental health is a 24/7 mental health crisis line for anyone who may be in crisis and in urgent need of help with their mental health.

The service is free and is available to anyone of any age who is concerned about their own mental health or that of a relative or friend. This includes carers and healthcare professionals.

NHS 111 option mental health is staffed by a team of experienced mental health clinicians and operators. Although we are not a counselling service, all our staff will listen and help callers to identify and clarify their immediate problems and to explore ways of coping or suggest alternative avenues of help.

This post offers the Trust's £2,000 Golden Helloor Relocation Incentive for Band 6 Nurses & Practitioners, (pro rata and subject to terms and conditions; please see attached Protocol Document for full details).

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit experienced mental health clinicians to join our busy team. You will be joining a friendly, supportive and dedicated team responding to Sussex-wide callers who require support for their own or others mental health.

As a clinician you will be trained in triage and risk formulation/assessments to be utilised alongside your existing skills, to support callers and where necessary signpost to urgent care services across Sussex. You will also supervise, offer pastoral care and act as a point of escalation for a team of Call Operators who may require support with complex calls.

All work is telephone based, we are working from our office base in East Sussex.

About us

Working in Sussex:

• Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns
• Embrace the city life with great access to visit Brighton and London
• With easy access to Gatwick and Heathrow and excellent railway links across the UK there is plenty of opportunity for adventure

Key staff survey results include:

• 70% highlighting flexible working opportunities as a key point for satisfaction at work 79% reporting feeling able to make suggestions to improve the work within their team 77% identifying the opportunities to show initiative in their roles
• We encourage flexible working. We know that a positive work/ life balance brings about huge health-related benefits, which has a positive impact on the care we provide.

Details

Date posted

06 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum / pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

354-AB-21133-A

Job locations

Warwick House- Seaford

Warwick Road

Seaford

BN25 1FG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be successful in this role you will share our passion, desire and empathetic approach to supporting people of all ages with complex mental health needs, who are often experiencing crisis.

Requirements:

• Registered with the NMC, HCPC or Social Work England via a core professional qualification Applications are welcomed from OTs, Mental Health Nurses and Social Workers
• Experienced in risk assessment and management
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and varied role
• Ability to work flexible hours; to include evenings, weekends and nights
• Able to work autonomously
• Ability to travel and work from an office based in Seaford, EastSussex.

It would also be advantageous if you are:

• Have a background within urgent care/ crisis/ liaison service(s)

Flexibility with working patterns to include some weekend and evening work is essential. This does bring with it increased rates of pay for unsocial hours as set out under the Agenda for Change (AfC) guidelines.

Job description Job responsibilities To be successful in this role you will share our passion, desire and empathetic approach to supporting people of all ages with complex mental health needs, who are often experiencing crisis. Requirements: Registered with the NMC, HCPC or Social Work England via a core professional qualification Applications are welcomed from OTs, Mental Health Nurses and Social Workers Experienced in risk assessment and management Comfortable working in a fast-paced and varied role Ability to work flexible hours; to include evenings, weekends and nights Able to work autonomously Ability to travel and work from an office based in Seaford, EastSussex. It would also be advantageous if you are: Have a background within urgent care/ crisis/ liaison service(s) Flexibility with working patterns to include some weekend and evening work is essential. This does bring with it increased rates of pay for unsocial hours as set out under the Agenda for Change (AfC) guidelines.

Person Specification

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Significant post qualifying experience in the relevant care group
• Experience of working alongside people with complex health problems in the designated care group
• Experience of supervising staff
• Experience of providing a range of clinical interventions to people in the designated care group with a variety of health problems
• Experience of working consultatively with professionals
• Experience of conducting clinical assessments including risk assessments
• Experience of partnership working within and across various statutory and non statutory teams and agencies
• Understanding of clinical governance
• Previous experience of working in the community

Person Specification Knowledge/Experience Essential Significant post qualifying experience in the relevant care group Experience of working alongside people with complex health problems in the designated care group Experience of supervising staff Experience of providing a range of clinical interventions to people in the designated care group with a variety of health problems Experience of working consultatively with professionals Experience of conducting clinical assessments including risk assessments Experience of partnership working within and across various statutory and non statutory teams and agencies Understanding of clinical governance Previous experience of working in the community

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

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Warwick House- Seaford

Warwick Road

Seaford

BN25 1FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Warwick House- Seaford

Warwick Road

Seaford

BN25 1FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated and flexible Healthcare Support Worker to join our integrated sexual health service. We provide screening and treatment of sexually transmitted infections, HIV care and contraception to a diverse population of clients.

This vacancy is for 22 hours - The main base will be on the Isle of Wight at St Mary's Hospital, Newport but there will be a requirement to cover other clinics in the South locality as and when required ( Portsmouth, Southampton, Gosport and Havant).

In return you will become a valued member of a team known for its innovation and high standard of care. You will be supported to complete in house training by a line manager and HCSW 'mentor'. You will have regular one to one meetings and appraisals to monitor your progress and development needs. In addition, the service offers regular education sessions and clinical supervision.

For this post, you will need to be able to travel between sites.

The successful candidate may have some previous experience working as a Healthcare Support Worker or in a sexual health environment but this is not essential. People skills and a willingness to learn are paramount.

You will be expected to work in sexual health clinics across South Hampshire and on occasion, and dependent on the needs of the service, we may ask you to support other clinics across our Hampshire sites.

Main duties of the job

• Collect and process a variety of specimens.
• Perform venepuncture
• Undertake basic observations of patients, including blood pressure.
• Manage asymptomatic patients.
• Able to assist the Clinician during IUD fittings
• Processes routine samples by labelling, recording, and storing appropriately
• Performs light microscopy for sexually transmitted infections
• Maintains stock levels and orders stock as necessary
• Travels to spoke clinics or other locations within Sexual Health
• Administrative duties as required, including reception tasks
• Develop rapport with patients and treat all patients, carers and staff with dignity and respect
• Frequently use interpersonal and communication skills to de-escalate and reduce aggressive behaviour if encountered from patients and carers
• Implement agreed standards of care provision in line with local Ward/Unit/community and Trust policies, Adhere to all Trust Policies and Procedures
• Be aware of own limitations, seek support when the need arises, maintain professional boundaries at all times
• Acts as patients chaperone, when required, for doctors and nurses during examinations and procedures providing privacy and dignity
• Observes patients right to confidentiality specifically in relation to contraception & sexual health
• Aware of the specific confidentiality rights of patients aged under 18, attending the service

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Job summary

Are you ready to take the next step in your career in mental health while living on a beautiful island? We are inviting a Support Worker to join our inpatient unit we a collaborative, individualised care is at the heart of what we do.

Located on the stunning Isle of Wight, this role offers more than just professional fulfilment. As a close-knit island community, the Isle of Wight provides an excellent quality of life for families and individuals alike. With its unspoiled beaches, scenic countryside, and year-round family-friendly activities, it's the perfect place to build both your career and personal life. From exploring historic sites to enjoying water sports or leisurely walks, you'll find something for everyone.

About the Role

The Support Worker, under the supervision of qualified staff, will be responsible for the delivery of the highest standard of practice in the care, treatment, and support of the person with Mental Illness.

This post is designed to be flexible across the wards within Sevenacres although Seagrove will be the core base.

At present, the Trust is unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application

Main duties of the job

Job Statement

To be responsible for providing the highest quality of care for people with mental ill health under the supervision of qualified staff.

To work effectively as part of a team.

To work closely with colleagues within Mental Health Service as a whole, and across other services as required.

To work with colleagues to manage people with complex needs and high levels of dependency.

Under the supervision of qualified staff, to undertake nursing needs assessments and reviews as requested.

The post holder will be expected to work alongside other staff to share and promote good practice.

To contribute to service improvements relating to mental ill health, in line with both the local and national modernisation agenda.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Job summary

Are you looking for a new challenge and want to offer the best care in times of Crisis?

Do you want to help shape the future of the CRHT?

We're looking for like-minded people to join us and help provide top quality care to those who need it.

We have an opportunity for a Band 6 Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or Occupational Therapists (OT) to join the Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment Team (CRHT) at Woodlands Centre for Acute Care, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex.

The CRHT team is a part of acute care and works closely with the acute hospital and community teams to support clients in a mental health crisis. It offers clients care and support in their own homes as an alternative to hospital admission.

CRHT are able to offer all the benefits of a hospital admission while remaining at home including home visits from our experienced team, with support from doctors and psychology. We also facilitate supportive discharge from hospital, managing the transition back to community-based service.

Main duties of the job

As an Urgent Care Practitioner in our team you will work in partnership with service users with complex health presentations, developing their care plans and recovery plans to enable them to lead fulfilling lives.

You will be responsible for the assessment, planning and implementation of top-quality care to service users. This will include working alongside service users, carers, families and partner agencies such as voluntary sector agencies, schools and colleges.

As well as providing specialist nursing advice and carry out nursing procedures, and monitoring the effectiveness of treatments in order to progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention.

You may also be involved in providing clinical supervision to staff and students. This may include acting as shift co-ordinator as needed to lead the team on shift, as well as allocating and delegating tasks to colleagues. You will be expected to liaise with other services and external agencies to triage referrals to the service and gatekeep inpatient admissions.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership skills if you are looking for career progression in the future.

There are always opportunities for extra bank work and further experience throughout the Urgent Care Hub within our other services, and we welcome the opportunity to support your career if you are looking to gain added experience from another service area.

About us

We are committed to career development and future aspirations and career goals are discussed openly and supported.

Working in Sussex:

• Travel easily between coast and countryside and enjoy the natural beauty the county has to offer. With a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns, there's always somewhere new to visit
• Embrace the city life and visit Brighton, or even travel to London in under 90 minutes
• As a mental health trust Sussex Partnership places a huge focus on the wellbeing of our staff, as well as ensuring our reward packages reflect the immensely important work they do.

Your benefits:

• Access to full psychological support, via our internal wellbeing team
• Excellent supervision programmes, with ongoing opportunities for training and development
• Free parking on-site
• Access to a host of discount schemes
• A position within a trust rated as 'Outstanding' for caring and 'Good' overall by the CQC
• Excellent NHS Pension
• Generous holiday entitlement (starting at 27 days + 8 bank holidays)
• A 'Golden Hello' or relocation package up to £2000 (see attached documentation for T&C's)

We encourage flexible working. We know that a positive work/life balance brings about huge health-related benefits, which has a positive impact on the care we provide. Please speak to us about flexible working, for example, home-working, part time hours, flexible start/finish times or anything else. If it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Neighbourhood Mental Health Team (Specialist Adults) for a registered Mental Health Nurse, who ideally has experience of working with individuals in a community mental health setting.

The Specialist Adults Service (previously known as the Assessment and Treatment Service) supports adults with complex mental health needs.

Your role will be to support individuals by meeting their mental health support needs within our integrated mental health system.

Ideally you will have finely honed clinical assessment skills and be a decisive and highly skilled communicator. The ability to work autonomously and under pressure will be a requirement. You will be supported by a team of multidisciplinary colleagues on a daily basis and have access to decision making spaces within the team where further discussions are required.

You will be joining a warm, friendly, highly supportive team of dedicated colleagues who work together to offer the best possible service to the people we support. In return, we offer access to training opportunities to assist you in realising your potential and achieving a greater degree of job satisfaction.

This post offers the Trust's £2,000 Golden Hello or Relocation Incentive for Band 6 Nurses & Practitioners, (pro rata and subject to terms and conditions; please see attached Protocol Document for full details).

Main duties of the job

To undertake assessments of individuals and their families in the designated care group with complex health presentations, including those service users presenting with higher levels of risk. To develop alongside the service user their care plan.

? To offer specialist nursing assessment and advice where required.

? To assess and manage on going risks as identified during the assessment, ensuring that this is done in collaboration with the service user and carers. To regularly review risk factors and make changes to the management of them as necessary.

About us

As a mental health trust Sussex Partnership places a huge focus on the wellbeing of their staff, their reward packages reflect the immensely important work their staff do.If you are looking for the opportunity to work within a busy but rewarding Specialist Adults Mental Health Team in a seaside town like no other, then we would love to hear from you. Hastings is a vibrant seaside town, offering affordable coastal living along with independent shopping and a variety of cafes, bars and restaurants and a very creative music and artistic scene.

As a practitioner in our team we can offer you:Access to numerous wellbeing and support programmesExcellent supervision programmes, with ongoing opportunities for training and developmentFlexible working patternsReimbursed parkingChild care vouchersAccess to a host of NHS discount schemes (including gyms, shopping, restaurants and cars)A position within a trust rated as 'Outstanding' for caring and 'Good' overall by the CQCGenerous holiday entitlement (dependent on length of NHS service) starting at 27 days + 8 bank holidaysNHS Pension contributions

We encourage flexible working:We know that a positive work/ life balance brings about huge health-related benefits, which has a positive impact on the care we provide. Please speak to us about flexible working, for example, part time hours, flexible start/ finish times or anything else. If it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen.

Details

Date posted

06 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

354-AE-21372

Job locations

Cavendish House, Hastings

Hastings

TN34 3AA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To contribute to the maintenance and development of the Trust nursing strategy.

To ensure that clinical practice is evidence based and consistent with relevant NICE guidelines and Trust policies and procedures.

To provide supervision of junior staff and trainees where appropriate.

To act within the NMC code of conduct at all times.

To manage a caseload of clients with complex health needs.

To work in partnership with the individual service user and their families and carers as appropriate to ensure the delivery of the care plan, and to enable the development of a plan to facilitate their safety, promote their well being and support their independence and inclusion in the community, by using recognised age appropriate self management tools where applicable. This may include working closely with partner agencies such as voluntary sector agencies, schools and colleges which may be able to more appropriately help the service user complete these tools.

To develop care plans that meet the needs of the individual and their family/carers as appropriate and that are focused on strengths and are outcome based.

To plan and implement client centred individual, family and group interventions, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.

To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention.

To administer and monitor medication prescribed to individual service users, providing information and advice.

Job description Job responsibilities To contribute to the maintenance and development of the Trust nursing strategy. To ensure that clinical practice is evidence based and consistent with relevant NICE guidelines and Trust policies and procedures. To provide supervision of junior staff and trainees where appropriate. To act within the NMC code of conduct at all times. To manage a caseload of clients with complex health needs. To work in partnership with the individual service user and their families and carers as appropriate to ensure the delivery of the care plan, and to enable the development of a plan to facilitate their safety, promote their well being and support their independence and inclusion in the community, by using recognised age appropriate self management tools where applicable. This may include working closely with partner agencies such as voluntary sector agencies, schools and colleges which may be able to more appropriately help the service user complete these tools. To develop care plans that meet the needs of the individual and their family/carers as appropriate and that are focused on strengths and are outcome based. To plan and implement client centred individual, family and group interventions, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals. To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention. To administer and monitor medication prescribed to individual service users, providing information and advice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current registration
• Completion of Mentorship Course/ ENB equivalent
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Knowledge

Essential

• Significant post qualifying experience in the relevant care group
• Experience of working alongside people with complex health problems in the designated care group
• Experience of providing a range of clinical interventions to people in the designated care group

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse with current registration Completion of Mentorship Course/ ENB equivalent Evidence of continuous professional development Knowledge Essential Significant post qualifying experience in the relevant care group Experience of working alongside people with complex health problems in the designated care group Experience of providing a range of clinical interventions to people in the designated care group

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

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cavendish House, Hastings

Hastings

TN34 3AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cavendish House, Hastings

Hastings

TN34 3AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Applications are invited for a Clinical / Applied Psychologist. You will be an integral member of the Mid and North Hampshire Division's psychological therapies team. The post will be based in Basingstoke CMHT. Applicants should have a desire to embrace MDT working, training and team development. This post offers the opportunity to influence best clinical practice and the development of a psychologically informed and recovery focused CMHT.

We are seeking an enthusiastic clinician who has specialist interest and experience in working psychologically with trauma. The post holder will provide specialist psychological assessment and therapy individually and through group programmes as well as offering advice, consultation, reflective practice, clinical formulation and training to staff within the multidisciplinary teams. Evaluation of interventions and the impact of the service in terms of benefit to clients is an important component of what we strive to do. The post holder will require specialist knowledge and experience in the application of at least one psychological therapy (CBT, DBT, CAT).

Main duties of the job

The Mid and North Hampshire Psychological Therapies Team is a thriving active team of psychologists and psychological therapists. We are dedicated to delivering superb quality, evidence-based interventions. We pride ourselves on contributing to the development and implementation of innovative interventions. The range of psychologically focused therapies we deliver include Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), and EMDR. This is a new post, and the post holder will join an established psychological therapies team, with access to high quality supervision and support.

The Trust has strong links with Southampton University, particularly with the Doctoral Programme in Clinical Psychology, the MSc/Diploma in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy for Severe Mental Health Problems and training courses for IAPT. Opportunities for research and development within the post will be actively encouraged. We are keen to support training to increase your therapeutic skills and develop your leadership skills. This will be incorporated within your appraisal and supervision.

Informal enquiries are encouraged. If you would like to find out more about the post, please contact Dr Matt Sopp, Lead Community Clinical Psychologist at [email protected]

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Details

Date posted

05 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

348-MNH-12579

Job locations

The Bridge Centre (Basingstoke)

New Road

Basingstoke

Hampshire

RG21 7PJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualification as DClinPsy or DCounsPsy including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology as accredited by the BPS.

Desirable

• Training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology (DBT, CBT, CAT)
• BABCP accreditation

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualification as DClinPsy or DCounsPsy including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology as accredited by the BPS. Desirable Training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology (DBT, CBT, CAT) BABCP accreditation

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

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Bridge Centre (Basingstoke)

New Road

Basingstoke

Hampshire

RG21 7PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Bridge Centre (Basingstoke)

New Road

Basingstoke

Hampshire

RG21 7PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Eastbourne Crisis and Home Resolution Team (CRHTT) and the Haven in Eastbourne, East Sussex, with the added option of joining the Digital Directorate as Digital Medical Lead.

The Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team (CRHTT) provides a 7 day per week service to people experiencing an acute psychiatric crisis. The team provides an alternative to acute hospital treatment by offering intensive community-based interventions and gatekeeping all potential hospital admissions. Where a hospital admission does occur, CRHTT can assist in shortening the inpatient stay by facilitating supportive discharge back to the community.

The post also provides medical input to the Haven. The Haven is a 4-chaired, nurse-led, community-based mental health crisis service designed to provide rapid assessment (up to 24hrs) and short-term support for individuals experiencing acute mental health distress.

In addition, successful applicants to the post will have the opportunity to be seconded for 2 PAs per week to the Digital Directorate to work as a Digital Medical Lead. The Digital Medical Lead role will be focused on our new electronic patient record and prescribing systems.

Main duties of the job

For further information with regards to the main duties of this role, please see the attached job descriptions for details.

About us

This job attracts a Recruitment and Retention payment of £45,000 structured over a three-year period as follows:

£15,000 payable upon successful recruitment

£10,000 payable at 12 months' service

£10,000 payable at 24 months' service

£10,000 payable at 36 months' service

The Recruitment and Retention payment is pro rata for part time employees. Please contact [email protected] for full details and terms and conditions.