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Independent Prescriber - New Vision Bradford
Waythrough
North East England
GBP 44,789 - 53,000 per year
Support Staff
Job summary Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Mi...
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Independent Prescriber - New Vision Bradford
Waythrough
North East England
GBP 44,789 - 53,000 per year
Support Staff
Job summary Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Mi...
1 day(s) ago
Health & Wellbeing Nurse - Recovery Steps Cumbria
Waythrough
North East England
GBP 40,266 - 54,478 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary Location:Across our North and West Cumbria sites (Carlisle, Barrow-in-Furness, Whitehaven, Workington, Kendal & Penrith) Working Hours:37 Hours (...
1 day(s) ago
Health & Wellbeing Nurse - Recovery Steps Cumbria
Waythrough
North East England
GBP 40,266 - 54,478 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary Location:Across our North and West Cumbria sites (Carlisle, Barrow-in-Furness, Whitehaven, Workington, Kendal & Penrith) Working Hours:37 Hours (...
1 day(s) ago
Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
North Hampshire Urgent Care
North East England
GBP 0 - 28,392 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (Trainee PWP) to join our team.
2 day(s) ago
Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
North Hampshire Urgent Care
North East England
GBP 0 - 28,392 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (Trainee PWP) to join our team.
2 day(s) ago
Liaison and Diversion Practitioner - Criminal Justice Team
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 45,953 - 54,254 per year
Nurse Practitioner
Job summary Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust has been providing L&D services since 2012.
15 day(s) ago
Liaison and Diversion Practitioner - Criminal Justice Team
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 45,953 - 54,254 per year
Nurse Practitioner
Job summary Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust has been providing L&D services since 2012.
15 day(s) ago
BANK Staying Well Practitioner
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 21 per hour
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary We're looking for BANK Staying Well Practitioners to join an exciting acute service in Crawley which is co-produced with Waythrough, a VCSE partn...
16 day(s) ago
BANK Staying Well Practitioner
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 21 per hour
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary We're looking for BANK Staying Well Practitioners to join an exciting acute service in Crawley which is co-produced with Waythrough, a VCSE partn...
16 day(s) ago
Staying Well Practitioner
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary We're looking for Staying Well Practitioners to join an exciting acute service in Crawley which is co-produced with Waythrough, a VCSE partner in...
17 day(s) ago
Staying Well Practitioner
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary We're looking for Staying Well Practitioners to join an exciting acute service in Crawley which is co-produced with Waythrough, a VCSE partner in...
17 day(s) ago
Independent Prescriber - Barnsley Recovery Steps
Waythrough
North East England
GBP 43,000 - 53,000 per year
Support Staff
Job summary Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Mi...
22 day(s) ago
Independent Prescriber - Barnsley Recovery Steps
Waythrough
North East England
GBP 43,000 - 53,000 per year
Support Staff
Job summary Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Mi...
22 day(s) ago
Independent Prescriber - New Vision Bradford
Waythrough
North East England
GBP 44,789 - 53,000 per year
Support Staff
Job summary Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Mi...
24 day(s) ago
Independent Prescriber - New Vision Bradford
Waythrough
North East England
GBP 44,789 - 53,000 per year
Support Staff
Job summary Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Mi...
24 day(s) ago
Lead Counsellor
Waythrough
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 30 - 54,478 per year
Radiographer
Job summary About the Role This role involves providing structured counselling / psychosocial therapies to service users and their close family members as requ…
3 day(s) ago
Lead Counsellor
Waythrough
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 30 - 54,478 per year
Radiographer
Job summary About the Role This role involves providing structured counselling / psychosocial therapies to service users and their close family members as requ…
3 day(s) ago
Healthcare Assistant - Recovery Steps Cumbria - Carlisle & Penrith
Waythrough
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,877 - 34,240 per year
Radiographer
Job summary About the Role We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality care to individuals ac…
8 day(s) ago
Healthcare Assistant - Recovery Steps Cumbria - Carlisle & Penrith
Waythrough
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,877 - 34,240 per year
Radiographer
Job summary About the Role We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality care to individuals ac…
8 day(s) ago
Clinical/Counselling Psychologist
West London NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 53,751 - 60,651 per year
Radiographer
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to join the Ealing Crisis Assessment and Home Treatment Team.
10 day(s) ago
Clinical/Counselling Psychologist
West London NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 53,751 - 60,651 per year
Radiographer
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to join the Ealing Crisis Assessment and Home Treatment Team.
10 day(s) ago
Independent Prescriber - Likewise, Sheffield
Waythrough
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 44,789 - 54,384 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Misu…
11 day(s) ago
Independent Prescriber - Likewise, Sheffield
Waythrough
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 44,789 - 54,384 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Misu…
11 day(s) ago
Senior Mental Health Practitioner, Integrated Recovery Team
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary 37.5 hours per week (fixed term for two years) We are pleased to advertise 2 brand new practitioner posts in Barnsley working in the Integrated Rec…
11 day(s) ago
Senior Mental Health Practitioner, Integrated Recovery Team
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary 37.5 hours per week (fixed term for two years) We are pleased to advertise 2 brand new practitioner posts in Barnsley working in the Integrated Rec…
11 day(s) ago
Administration Assistant
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to join our busy reception administration team within Northumberland Re…
25 day(s) ago
Administration Assistant
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to join our busy reception administration team within Northumberland Re…
25 day(s) ago
Health & Wellbeing Nurse - Recovery Steps Cumbria
Waythrough
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 40,266 - 54,478 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Location:Across our North and West Cumbria sites (Carlisle, Barrow-in-Furness, Whitehaven, Workington, Kendal & Penrith) Working Hours:37 Hours (Mo…
1 month(s) ago
Health & Wellbeing Nurse - Recovery Steps Cumbria
Waythrough
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 40,266 - 54,478 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Location:Across our North and West Cumbria sites (Carlisle, Barrow-in-Furness, Whitehaven, Workington, Kendal & Penrith) Working Hours:37 Hours (Mo…
1 month(s) ago
Posted 1 day(s) ago
Reference: 2377450
Job summary
Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Misuse?
We are seeking dedicated professionals like you to join our team and support across the New Visision Bradford Hubs and make a meaningful impact in people's lives, their families and communities. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Independent Prescriber to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical skills, a strong knowledge of pharmacology, and the ability to autonomously assess, diagnose, and manage patient care. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes and ensure the highest standards of care.
Main duties of the job
Key Requirements:
Independent Prescriber qualification
RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
Experience of working within substance misuse (desirable)
About us
We are one of the largest complex integrated treatment services in England. We operate an MDT model and there is real opportunity to work within a fantastic supportive team, including a mental health nurse offering specific interventions to support people, making a real difference to the lives of those in our community.
We have a strong ethos around staff development, with protected CPD time being offered, as well as individual and group supervision. All clinical services are supported by an experienced and dynamic multidisciplinary central clinical department.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£44,789 to £53,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
B0061-26-0056
Job locations
Unity Building, 30 Manningham Lane
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD1 3DN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver drug and alcohol clinical and prescribing services to the service population.
Key accountabilities:
- Clinical assessment with or without Prescribing a range of medications (including controlled drugs) to support recovery in line with national and organisational guidelines and policies.
- Prescribe cost effectively and according to best practice and provide prescribing information and advice to Pharmacists, Shared Care GPs and hospital staff.
- Undertake Service User centred assessments, care planning, monitoring, evaluation andreviews in practice and outreach settings.
- Blood Borne Virus (BBV) management (risk assessment, pre and post-test counselling,testing and immunisation).
- Deliver health promotion and harm reduction interventions in a client-centred manner (e.g. safer sex, contraception, nutrition and healthy living).
- Promote and deliver immunisation against Hepatitis B in line with national guidance.
- Contribute to the maintenance of client clinical database; co-ordinate data entry and retrieval searches and reports to meet the internal and external service requirements as appropriate and ensuring data security at all times.
- Liaise with pharmacists regarding supervised dispensing and prescription queries.
- Share care with GPs for Service Users in Primary Care Extended Services (PCES)/Primary
- Care Recovery Services (PCRS).
- Deliver clinical interventions across hubs in different locations and deliver outreach as required.
- Undertake continuing professional development including participating in clinical supervision, performance appraisals and attending training as/when required.
- Work in accordance with all relevant legislation, best practice policies & procedures and guidelines both internal and external. This includes Humankinds clinical governance policy framework.
- Participate in the audit process and promote service wide or local clinical audit Implement findings/changes where indicated.
- Ensure all serious incidents (including deaths in service) are reported, implementing any service changes arising.
- Disseminate learning across the service and the organisation as appropriate.
- Provide support and assistance to other Humankind substance misuse services during mobilisation
- Collaborate on clinical governance, review and implementation of policies and guidelines.
- Assist in and have continued involvement with national and local research projects, as appropriate
- Keep abreast of policy and professional development within your area of professional expertise.
- To promote, adhere to and live our workplace values of being honest, committed and inventive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver drug and alcohol clinical and prescribing services to the service population.
Key accountabilities:
- Clinical assessment with or without Prescribing a range of medications (including controlled drugs) to support recovery in line with national and organisational guidelines and policies.
- Prescribe cost effectively and according to best practice and provide prescribing information and advice to Pharmacists, Shared Care GPs and hospital staff.
- Undertake Service User centred assessments, care planning, monitoring, evaluation andreviews in practice and outreach settings.
- Blood Borne Virus (BBV) management (risk assessment, pre and post-test counselling,testing and immunisation).
- Deliver health promotion and harm reduction interventions in a client-centred manner (e.g. safer sex, contraception, nutrition and healthy living).
- Promote and deliver immunisation against Hepatitis B in line with national guidance.
- Contribute to the maintenance of client clinical database; co-ordinate data entry and retrieval searches and reports to meet the internal and external service requirements as appropriate and ensuring data security at all times.
- Liaise with pharmacists regarding supervised dispensing and prescription queries.
- Share care with GPs for Service Users in Primary Care Extended Services (PCES)/Primary
- Care Recovery Services (PCRS).
- Deliver clinical interventions across hubs in different locations and deliver outreach as required.
- Undertake continuing professional development including participating in clinical supervision, performance appraisals and attending training as/when required.
- Work in accordance with all relevant legislation, best practice policies & procedures and guidelines both internal and external. This includes Humankinds clinical governance policy framework.
- Participate in the audit process and promote service wide or local clinical audit Implement findings/changes where indicated.
- Ensure all serious incidents (including deaths in service) are reported, implementing any service changes arising.
- Disseminate learning across the service and the organisation as appropriate.
- Provide support and assistance to other Humankind substance misuse services during mobilisation
- Collaborate on clinical governance, review and implementation of policies and guidelines.
- Assist in and have continued involvement with national and local research projects, as appropriate
- Keep abreast of policy and professional development within your area of professional expertise.
- To promote, adhere to and live our workplace values of being honest, committed and inventive.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse or registered pharmacist
- Independent Prescriber qualified.
- RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge/Previous Experience
Essential
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook Office programmes
- Experience of entering complex information onto an electronic / clinical data base.
- Experience in delivering evidence based treatments in Substance Misuse.
- Previous experience of carrying out general health care assessment including BBV, and delivering health promotion/ harm reduction interventions, advice and information.
- Awareness of social context of drug misuse and the wider implications of the behaviour.
- Understanding of complexities of primary health care and the constrictions and opportunities inherent in the primary care sector.
- Awareness and experience of the principles of Audit.
- Understanding of drug misuse services available in the public and voluntary services.
- Awareness of national strategies impacting on drug and alcohol services and role of Independent Prescriber.
- Understanding of the differences between the private and the public sector roles and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse or registered pharmacist
- Independent Prescriber qualified.
- RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge/Previous Experience
Essential
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook Office programmes
- Experience of entering complex information onto an electronic / clinical data base.
- Experience in delivering evidence based treatments in Substance Misuse.
- Previous experience of carrying out general health care assessment including BBV, and delivering health promotion/ harm reduction interventions, advice and information.
- Awareness of social context of drug misuse and the wider implications of the behaviour.
- Understanding of complexities of primary health care and the constrictions and opportunities inherent in the primary care sector.
- Awareness and experience of the principles of Audit.
- Understanding of drug misuse services available in the public and voluntary services.
- Awareness of national strategies impacting on drug and alcohol services and role of Independent Prescriber.
- Understanding of the differences between the private and the public sector roles and responsibilities.
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
Waythrough
Address
Unity Building, 30 Manningham Lane
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD1 3DN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
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Waythrough
Address
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Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD1 3DN
United Kingdom
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Posted 1 day(s) ago
Reference: 2377443
Job summary
Location:Across our North and West Cumbria sites (Carlisle, Barrow-in-Furness, Whitehaven, Workington, Kendal & Penrith)
Working Hours:37 Hours (Monday to Friday, 09:1517:15)
Main duties of the job
Deliver nurse-led clinics across North and West Cumbria
Complete and document comprehensive healthcare and alcohol assessments.
Accurately record all activity on the electronic record system.
Provide health promotion, harm reduction advice and brief interventions.
Work collaboratively with internal teams and external health partners.
Maintain professional standards in line with NMC and organisational policies.
About us
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, weve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services and its all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job its a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£40,266 to £54,478 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
B0061-26-0057
Job locations
Recovery Steps
1st Floor, Stocklund House
Castle Street
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 8SY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Recovery Steps - Cumbria is looking for a dedicated Health and Wellbeing Nurse to deliver high-quality, nurse-led care to individuals affected by substance use.
You will play a key role in completing comprehensive health and alcohol assessments, supporting harm reduction and promoting improved health and wellbeing outcomes as part of a multidisciplinary recovery service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Recovery Steps - Cumbria is looking for a dedicated Health and Wellbeing Nurse to deliver high-quality, nurse-led care to individuals affected by substance use.
You will play a key role in completing comprehensive health and alcohol assessments, supporting harm reduction and promoting improved health and wellbeing outcomes as part of a multidisciplinary recovery service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- You will have an interest in bridging the gap between health and equality.
- You will have a strong interest in working with vulnerable people.
- Registered Nurse: You are a dedicated and registered nurse, either as a general nurse or psychiatric nurse, with the qualifications and commitment to provide exceptional care.
- Clinical Expertise: You have experience in assessing clients to meet healthcare, clinical, and psychosocial needs, including addressing issues related to Blood-Borne Viruses (BBV). Your clinical knowledge is a foundation for providing high-quality care.
- Health Promotion and Harm Reduction: You bring experience in health promotion and harm reduction interventions. Your ability to provide advice and information plays a crucial role in supporting individuals on their journey to recovery.
- Driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferable due to working across various sites.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- You will have an interest in bridging the gap between health and equality.
- You will have a strong interest in working with vulnerable people.
- Registered Nurse: You are a dedicated and registered nurse, either as a general nurse or psychiatric nurse, with the qualifications and commitment to provide exceptional care.
- Clinical Expertise: You have experience in assessing clients to meet healthcare, clinical, and psychosocial needs, including addressing issues related to Blood-Borne Viruses (BBV). Your clinical knowledge is a foundation for providing high-quality care.
- Health Promotion and Harm Reduction: You bring experience in health promotion and harm reduction interventions. Your ability to provide advice and information plays a crucial role in supporting individuals on their journey to recovery.
- Driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferable due to working across various sites.
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
Waythrough
Address
Recovery Steps
1st Floor, Stocklund House
Castle Street
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 8SY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Waythrough
Address
Recovery Steps
1st Floor, Stocklund House
Castle Street
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 8SY
United Kingdom
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Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
North Hampshire Urgent Care View all jobs
Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2374676
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (Trainee PWP) to join our team.
Our dedicated Psychological Well-being Practitioners offer a range of psychological therapies & services to treat and support people in their recovery. TalkPlus is committed to developing staff to reach their full potential.
Depending on the amount of applications, first stage interviews may be held online on the 4th or 5th November 2026. If successful post first stage, second interviews will be held face to face in our offices in Farnborough on the 10th November 2026.
If we receive a very high volume of applications, we may close the advert early.
Main duties of the job
This is a training role within the NHS talking therapies service. The post-holder will work within the talking therapies service providing high volume, low intensity interventions whilst undertaking a programme of training for this role. The training post will equip the postholder to provide a range of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) based self-management interventions to clients with anxiety and depression. The post-holder will attend all taught and self-study days required by The University as specified within the National Low Intensity curriculum and work in the service for the remaining days of the week using their newly developed skills.
The post holder will work with people with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and should be committed to equal opportunities.
This is a training role within the NHS talking therapies programme and the trainee will take an active role in the service.
About us
NHUC is a not-for-profit Community Benefit Society, working in partnership with the NHS. NHUC provides services through two divisions, Same Day Care (SDC) and TalkPlus.
SDC provides services through the Integrated Urgent Care (IUC) contract which covers the in Hours Clinical Assessment Service (CAS) and Out of Hours (OOH) provision for North Hampshire, North East Hampshire and Farnham & Surrey Heath places which are part of the Hampshire and the Isle of Wight ICB and Surrey & Sussex ICB respectively. We also provide an Urgent Treatment Centre at the front door of Frimley Park Hospital whilst also holding some smaller contacts supporting Community Hospitals OOH and Flu response. Finally, SDC has a virtual care arm supporting patients at home.
TalkPlus provide NHS Talking Therapies, supporting people with common mental health problems in Northeast Hampshire and Farnham place. TalkPlus offers a range of treatments to people who are experiencing symptoms of stress, anxiety, low mood, depression, panic, phobias or OCD. TalkPlus has care pathways to provide timely treatment for perinatal and military veteran referrals.
NHUC is a Disability Confident registered organisation and are proud to support the Armed Forces community as a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant.
NHUC is not currently a licensed sponsorship employer. As such, we are only able to progress candidates who can demonstrate an existing right to work in the UK at the time of application.
Details
Date posted
30 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£28,392 a year
Contract
Training
Duration
1 years
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
U0077-26-0021
Job locations
The Meads Business Centre
19 Kingsmead
Farnborough
GU14 7SR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL
- Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service.
- Assess and support people with a common mental health problem in the self-management of their recovery.
- Undertakes patient-centred assessments which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and/or recovery and makes an accurate assessment of safety to self and others.
- Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the services referral protocols, refers patients where Talkplus is not the most suitable service on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary or steps-up the persons treatment to high intensity psychological therapy.
- Provide a range of information and support for evidence based high-volume low-intensity psychological treatments. This will include 1-1 guided self-help via face to face, telephone, video or instant messaging as well as computerised CBT (Silvercloud). To also co-facilitate Step 2 courses with qualified PWPs.
- Adhere to an agreed number of clinical sessions per week to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.
- Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate.
- Complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service.
- Keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols and use these records and clinical outcome data in clinical decision making.
- Work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach.
- To liaise and refer to other mental health agencies as and when required.
- Assess and integrate issues surrounding work and employment into the overall therapy process, working alongside employment advisors (Waythrough) within the service.
- To operate at all times from an inclusive values base which promotes recovery and recognises and respects diversity.
TRAINING AND SUPERVISION
- Attend and fulfil all the requirements of the training element of the post including practical, academic and practice-based assessments.
- Apply learning from the training programme (from university and service training) in clinical practice
- Receive supervision from educational providers in relation to course work to meet the required standards.
- Prepare and present clinical information for all patients on their caseload to clinical case management supervisors within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis, to ensure safe practice and the clinical governance obligations of the worker, supervisor and service are delivered.
- Respond to and implement supervision suggestions by supervisors in clinical practice.
- Engage in and respond to personal development supervision to improve competencies and clinical practice.
- To partake in live supervision (shadowing) with qualified practitioners and to reflect on personal as well as others practice aiding development and meet university competencies.
PROFESSIONAL
- Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to the employer and any regulating bodies. Keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health (e.g. NHS plan, National Service Framework, National Institute for Clinical Excellence).
- Adhere to Talkplus Confidentiality policy at all times
- Ensure clear objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed with senior therapists on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development.
- Participate in individual performance reviews and respond to agreed objectives.
- Keep up to date all records in relation to Continuous Professional Development and maintain up to date knowledge of service developments.
- Attend relevant conferences/workshops in line with identified professional objectives.
- To work towards PWP registration it is a mandatory part of employment for Qualified PWPs to register with either the British Psychological Society (BPS) or the British Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Psychologists (BABCP) for PWP registration. The cost of this registration is met by the individual staff member and will be required as part of maintaining their contract of employment.
GENERAL
- To contribute to the development of best practice within the service.
- To maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies and procedures in relation to Mental Health and Primary Care Services.
- All employees have a duty and responsibility for their own health and safety and the health of safety of colleagues, patients and the general public.
- All employees have a responsibility and a legal obligation to ensure that information processed for both patients and staff is kept accurate, confidential, secure and in line with the Data Protection Act (1998) and Security and Confidentiality Policies.
- All employees have a responsibility to prevent abuse and neglect and report concerns.
- It is the responsibility of all staff that they do not abuse their official position for personal gain, to seek advantage of further private business or other interests in the course of their official duties.
- This Job Description does not provide an exhaustive list of duties and may be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder in light of service development.
- To work from a Talkplus Premises at least 2 days a week
Job description Job responsibilities CLINICAL Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service. Assess and support people with a common mental health problem in the self-management of their recovery. Undertakes patient-centred assessments which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and/or recovery and makes an accurate assessment of safety to self and others. Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the services referral protocols, refers patients where Talkplus is not the most suitable service on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary or steps-up the persons treatment to high intensity psychological therapy. Provide a range of information and support for evidence based high-volume low-intensity psychological treatments. This will include 1-1 guided self-help via face to face, telephone, video or instant messaging as well as computerised CBT (Silvercloud). To also co-facilitate Step 2 courses with qualified PWPs. Adhere to an agreed number of clinical sessions per week to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient. Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate. Complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service. Keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols and use these records and clinical outcome data in clinical decision making. Work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach. To liaise and refer to other mental health agencies as and when required. Assess and integrate issues surrounding work and employment into the overall therapy process, working alongside employment advisors (Waythrough) within the service. To operate at all times from an inclusive values base which promotes recovery and recognises and respects diversity.TRAINING AND SUPERVISION Attend and fulfil all the requirements of the training element of the post including practical, academic and practice-based assessments. Apply learning from the training programme (from university and service training) in clinical practice Receive supervision from educational providers in relation to course work to meet the required standards. Prepare and present clinical information for all patients on their caseload to clinical case management supervisors within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis, to ensure safe practice and the clinical governance obligations of the worker, supervisor and service are delivered. Respond to and implement supervision suggestions by supervisors in clinical practice. Engage in and respond to personal development supervision to improve competencies and clinical practice. To partake in live supervision (shadowing) with qualified practitioners and to reflect on personal as well as others practice aiding development and meet university competencies.PROFESSIONAL Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to the employer and any regulating bodies. Keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health (e.g. NHS plan, National Service Framework, National Institute for Clinical Excellence). Adhere to Talkplus Confidentiality policy at all times Ensure clear objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed with senior therapists on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development. Participate in individual performance reviews and respond to agreed objectives. Keep up to date all records in relation to Continuous Professional Development and maintain up to date knowledge of service developments. Attend relevant conferences/workshops in line with identified professional objectives. To work towards PWP registration it is a mandatory part of employment for Qualified PWPs to register with either the British Psychological Society (BPS) or the British Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Psychologists (BABCP) for PWP registration. The cost of this registration is met by the individual staff member and will be required as part of maintaining their contract of employment.GENERAL To contribute to the development of best practice within the service. To maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies and procedures in relation to Mental Health and Primary Care Services. All employees have a duty and responsibility for their own health and safety and the health of safety of colleagues, patients and the general public. All employees have a responsibility and a legal obligation to ensure that information processed for both patients and staff is kept accurate, confidential, secure and in line with the Data Protection Act (1998) and Security and Confidentiality Policies. All employees have a responsibility to prevent abuse and neglect and report concerns. It is the responsibility of all staff that they do not abuse their official position for personal gain, to seek advantage of further private business or other interests in the course of their official duties. This Job Description does not provide an exhaustive list of duties and may be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder in light of service development. To work from a Talkplus Premises at least 2 days a week
Person Specification
Knowledge, Communications, Interpersonal and Personal Skills
Essential
- Proficient in using standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, email, databases) and role-specific systems or platforms.
- Flexible in approach to the needs of the service and responsive to change
- Understands and supports principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
- Self-motivated, able to work independently, organising and prioritising own workload to changing and often tight deadlines
- Works effectively as part of a team, supports colleagues, and contributes to shared goals.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively, manage time effectively, and maintain professionalism.
- Ability to build effective working relationships, demonstrate professionalism, and maintain confidentiality. Shows initiative, reliability, and adaptability.
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
- Demonstrates high standards in written communication
- Able to write clear reports and letters.
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in Primary Care
- Demonstrates an understanding of role of the PWP, NHS talking therapies and stepped care model
- High level of enthusiasm and motivation.
- Able to attend a one day per week at training course
- Able to complete academic components of the course
- Able to integrate training into practice
- Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively
- Ability to work under pressure
- Regard for others and respect for individual rights of autonomy and confidentiality
- Ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, in own personal and professional development and in supervision
- The ability to travel to locations throughout the catchment area
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as required
Desirable
- Experience of using computerised patient management systems
- Received training (either formal of through experience) and carried out safety assessments within scope of practice
- Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post
- Fluent in languages other than English and to use this within practice
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting preferably with those with mental health problems for at least 2 years
- Ability to manage own caseload and time
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care Services
- Worked in a service with agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
Qualifications
Essential
- UK 2.2 Honours degree (post graduate route)
- or
- Level 5 qualification (e.g. foundation degree) (graduate route)
- A qualification under this may be considered depending on the outcome of an entry essay set by the university
Desirable
- Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or a psychological therapy.
- Psychology or other health related undergraduate degree.
- Psychology or other health related postgraduate degree
Person Specification Knowledge, Communications, Interpersonal and Personal Skills Essential Proficient in using standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, email, databases) and role-specific systems or platforms. Flexible in approach to the needs of the service and responsive to change Understands and supports principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Self-motivated, able to work independently, organising and prioritising own workload to changing and often tight deadlines Works effectively as part of a team, supports colleagues, and contributes to shared goals. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively, manage time effectively, and maintain professionalism. Ability to build effective working relationships, demonstrate professionalism, and maintain confidentiality. Shows initiative, reliability, and adaptability. Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients Demonstrates high standards in written communication Able to write clear reports and letters. Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in Primary Care Demonstrates an understanding of role of the PWP, NHS talking therapies and stepped care model High level of enthusiasm and motivation. Able to attend a one day per week at training course Able to complete academic components of the course Able to integrate training into practice Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively Ability to work under pressure Regard for others and respect for individual rights of autonomy and confidentiality Ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, in own personal and professional development and in supervision The ability to travel to locations throughout the catchment area Ability to work evenings and weekends as required Desirable Experience of using computerised patient management systems Received training (either formal of through experience) and carried out safety assessments within scope of practice Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post Fluent in languages other than English and to use this within practice Experience Essential Experience of working in a healthcare setting preferably with those with mental health problems for at least 2 years Ability to manage own caseload and time Desirable Experience of working in Primary Care Services Worked in a service with agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes Qualifications Essential UK 2.2 Honours degree (post graduate route) or Level 5 qualification (e.g. foundation degree) (graduate route) A qualification under this may be considered depending on the outcome of an entry essay set by the university Desirable Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or a psychological therapy. Psychology or other health related undergraduate degree. Psychology or other health related postgraduate degree
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
North Hampshire Urgent Care
Address
The Meads Business Centre
19 Kingsmead
Farnborough
GU14 7SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nhuc.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
North Hampshire Urgent Care
Address
The Meads Business Centre
19 Kingsmead
Farnborough
GU14 7SR
United Kingdom
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https://www.nhuc.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Liaison and Diversion Practitioner - Criminal Justice Team
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 15 day(s) ago
Reference: 2347754
Job summary
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust has been providing L&D services since 2012.
The L&D team currently provide an assessment service to Bromley and Bexley Police stations operating from 08.00-22.00 hrs Monday to Friday and 13.00-21.00hrs weekend.
The shift pattern consists of early shift 07:00-15:00 and late shift 14:00-22:00 hrs Monday to Friday. Weekend service operating hours are 13.00-21:00hrs.
The L&D also deliver a service to Bromley and Bexley Magistrates 09:00-17:00hrs Monday to Saturday including bank holidays. It will introduce community link workers as a third sector provider provided by Waythrough which will allow the L&D team greater scope to identify those vulnerable offenders who can be supported in the community once released from either police custody or the magistrates. We are pleased to announce that Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust has been successful in securing the contract for the Liaison and Diversion (L&D) South Lot service following a competitive tendering process. Oxleas will continue to deliver the L&D service in close partnership with the South London Partnership (SLP).
Main duties of the job
- To provide specialist knowledge on forensic mental health within the criminal justice system, namely police stations and courts within Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, offering advice and consultation to colleagues in the criminal justice system and mental health services.
- Maintain clinical direction and leadership, coordinating a team of clinical staff to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality mental health care for people with vulnerabilities in crisis within police custody.
- Hold responsibility for assessment of care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of therapeutic care.
- Lead the team to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Ensure the voices of service users, carers, and criminal justice professionals are heard so that care is of a high standard and services meet need.
- Provide a framework for supervision, caseload management, reflective practice, and monitoring of clinical standards. Ensure adequate staffing and flexible deployment of resources.
- Work within codes of practice, legal and statutory frameworks, maintaining accountability and client confidentiality. Participate fully in CPD and supervision, supporting staff, mentoring students, and promoting learning.
- Provide clinical reports initiating pathways of care across courts, custody, agencies, and prisons.
- Maintain knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Care Act, and other relevant legislation, and adhere to Trust policies.
About us
Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and people's homes.
We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:
o We're Kind o We're Fair o We Listen o We Care
Details
Date posted
17 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£45,953 to £54,254 a year pa inc
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
277-8116380-FOR-B
Job locations
Bracton Centre
Leyton Cross Road
Dartford
DA2 7AF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be work as part of a team in working with service users across criminal justice pathway who have encountered or experienced mental health difficulties and other recognised vulnerabilities. The purpose of this role is to:
- Provide assessment and implementation of evidence-based interventions for service users who are experiencing common, acute mental health and longer-term recovery needs who have come into contact with the Criminal Justice System
- Provide Court reports as requested
- Follow the individual through to successful signposting
- Optimise the service users ability to remain in the community and / or be cared for in the least restrictive environment in line with the principles or recovering and social inclusion.
- Support clinical governance initiatives.
- Identify recognised vulnerabilities and support in recovery pathways.
Key Task and Responsibilities
- To provide specialist knowledge on forensic mental health within the criminal justice system namely police stations and the courts within Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, providing expert advice and consultation with colleagues in the criminal justice system and mental health services.
- To work within codes of practice and professional guidelines and to be accountable for own professional practice.
- Ensure observance and the working of all relevant legal and statutory requirements.
- Required to act within broad occupational policies without guidance or direct supervision.
- To maintain client confidentiality at all times.
- To participate fully in continuous professional development and supervision.
- To regularly provide mentorship and supervision to students on placement
- To have the ability and experience to work autonomously.
- To demonstrate excellent partnership working skills
- To have an understanding of psycho-social interventions
- To collect and implement data from assessments made in the police stations within the trust, which will assist in developing the service review/research providing evidence to inform future service provision.
- If required to provide documented clinical reports initiating appropriate pathways to care, for FMEs courts mental health facilities and prisons ensuring a smooth informed pathway of care for the MDO.
Management responsibilities
- Assisting the Team Leader in ensuring that the team performs effectively and Efficiently in providing high quality provision to all boroughs.
- Required to make clinical judgements on situations as they arise and respond using appropriate contingencies thereby ensuring the safety of the client and community at large.
- To work within the guidelines of Oxleas professional policies and procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be work as part of a team in working with service users across criminal justice pathway who have encountered or experienced mental health difficulties and other recognised vulnerabilities. The purpose of this role is to:
- Provide assessment and implementation of evidence-based interventions for service users who are experiencing common, acute mental health and longer-term recovery needs who have come into contact with the Criminal Justice System
- Provide Court reports as requested
- Follow the individual through to successful signposting
- Optimise the service users ability to remain in the community and / or be cared for in the least restrictive environment in line with the principles or recovering and social inclusion.
- Support clinical governance initiatives.
- Identify recognised vulnerabilities and support in recovery pathways.
Key Task and Responsibilities
- To provide specialist knowledge on forensic mental health within the criminal justice system namely police stations and the courts within Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, providing expert advice and consultation with colleagues in the criminal justice system and mental health services.
- To work within codes of practice and professional guidelines and to be accountable for own professional practice.
- Ensure observance and the working of all relevant legal and statutory requirements.
- Required to act within broad occupational policies without guidance or direct supervision.
- To maintain client confidentiality at all times.
- To participate fully in continuous professional development and supervision.
- To regularly provide mentorship and supervision to students on placement
- To have the ability and experience to work autonomously.
- To demonstrate excellent partnership working skills
- To have an understanding of psycho-social interventions
- To collect and implement data from assessments made in the police stations within the trust, which will assist in developing the service review/research providing evidence to inform future service provision.
- If required to provide documented clinical reports initiating appropriate pathways to care, for FMEs courts mental health facilities and prisons ensuring a smooth informed pathway of care for the MDO.
Management responsibilities
- Assisting the Team Leader in ensuring that the team performs effectively and Efficiently in providing high quality provision to all boroughs.
- Required to make clinical judgements on situations as they arise and respond using appropriate contingencies thereby ensuring the safety of the client and community at large.
- To work within the guidelines of Oxleas professional policies and procedures.
Person Specification
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Specialist experience in vulnerable groups
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working autonomously
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Facilitate assessments and formulate outcomes
Qualification/Experience
Essential
- Previous experience at NHS band 5 (or equivalent) level
- Relevant Professional Qualification (RMN/OT/Social worker/Psychologist)
Desirable
- Experience in multiagency working
Person Specification
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Specialist experience in vulnerable groups
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working autonomously
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Facilitate assessments and formulate outcomes
Qualification/Experience
Essential
- Previous experience at NHS band 5 (or equivalent) level
- Relevant Professional Qualification (RMN/OT/Social worker/Psychologist)
Desirable
- Experience in multiagency working
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
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bracton Centre
Leyton Cross Road
Dartford
DA2 7AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bracton Centre
Leyton Cross Road
Dartford
DA2 7AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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BANK Staying Well Practitioner
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 16 day(s) ago
Reference: 2345331
Job summary
We're looking for BANK Staying Well Practitionersto join an exciting acute service inCrawleywhich is co-produced with Waythrough, a VCSE partner in Sussex.
We are looking for experienced and registered mental health professionals from all disciplines, including Social Workers, Nurses and OT's. For these roles it is essential you areregisteredwith NMC/HCPC/Social Work England & that you have experience of crisis assessment in any setting that provides a safety care plan
The service operates every day, the shifts 14:00 - 01:00hrs We haveshifts availableand there aregenerous enhancements for evening and weekends.
Based on a 'crisis caf' model, the service provides an opportunity for anyone over 18 years experiencing a mental health crisis, including a self- defined crisis, to present to Staying Well as an alternative to A&E. They will be find a warm, welcoming environment with a supportive and responsive team of mental health workers on site.
Main duties of the job
As a registered mental health professional, we ask you to support Recovery Workers in delivering person centred care in a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment, that is conducive to reducing emotional and psychological distress, promoting independence, and assist in the recovery for all adult mental health users of services in the community.
Sussex Partnership mental health professionals on site are Trusted Assessors and are able to ensure a smooth transition into crisis services should this be required without the need for further assessment, meaning signposting to A&E can be avoided.
What we are looking for:
The skills we are looking for from Practitioners in our Staying Well services would be:
-Experience of working in mental health services-Knowledgeable of psycho-social factors which can precipitate crisis and impact on the safety and wellbeing of service users.-Be experienced in offering psycho-social interventions to those with mental health difficulties.-Knowledgeable of factors which can impact on safety for all staff working collaboratively to deliver person centred care in crisis.-Have experience of crisis assessment in any setting that provides a safety care plan.
Career Progression:. We are committed to providing a working environment where you can progress your career. We will support you to develop your skillset in this challenging and rewarding work setting.
About us
Living and working in West Sussex: The Area has some of the most beautiful and varied countryside in southern England and including many Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, but with great access to London, Gatwick and the coast.
Key Benefits:Excellent NHS Pension, Generous holiday entitlement (starting at 27 days + 8 bank holidays or pro rata), Access to NHS discount schemes, support from our organisational wellbeing team, with supervision reflective practice, and opportunities for training and development
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is committed to becoming a diverse employer and inclusive workplace. If you have specific needs or a disability and require support throughout the application or recruitment process, we can help.
Mission and Values:Our mission is to champion the rights of people with mental health difficulties and learning disabilities, working with system partners to improve the care they receive.
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£21.56 an hour Per Hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
354-Bank-AN-19125
Job locations
Staying Well
Crawley
RH11 7XL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working in Staying Well Services:Staying Well promotes empowerment by giving people using the service opportunities to identify their own needs; support with the immediate crisis, and encouragement to make their own choices. It enables individuals to draw on their own strengths, develop coping strategies that build resilience to manage any future crises through the development of a wellness and recovery plan. Staying Well will adopt 'Upstream and Downstream' principles, providing preventative as well as responsive interventions.
However, we want to acknowledge that people often sell themselves short when looking at job requirements. So even if you don't meet every criteria, we would still love to talk to you as we may be able to offer you support or on the job training.
For more information onmain dutiesof the role please look at the attached Job Description.
Job description Job responsibilities Working in Staying Well Services:Staying Well promotes empowerment by giving people using the service opportunities to identify their own needs; support with the immediate crisis, and encouragement to make their own choices. It enables individuals to draw on their own strengths, develop coping strategies that build resilience to manage any future crises through the development of a wellness and recovery plan. Staying Well will adopt 'Upstream and Downstream' principles, providing preventative as well as responsive interventions. However, we want to acknowledge that people often sell themselves short when looking at job requirements. So even if you don't meet every criteria, we would still love to talk to you as we may be able to offer you support or on the job training. For more information onmain dutiesof the role please look at the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse, Social Work England or HCPC registered professional with current registration appropriate to the job role.
- Degree/diploma level supplemented by specialist qualification, training, experience, courses to masters level equivalent relevant to the care group
- Evidence of post registration training in relevant service area
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Extensive post qualifying experience in relevant service area
- Able to manage a caseload of patients with complex mental health needs
- Comprehensive knowledge of interventions specific to service area
- Awareness of Trust policies and service specification
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse, Social Work England or HCPC registered professional with current registration appropriate to the job role. Degree/diploma level supplemented by specialist qualification, training, experience, courses to masters level equivalent relevant to the care group Evidence of post registration training in relevant service area Knowledge/Experience Essential Extensive post qualifying experience in relevant service area Able to manage a caseload of patients with complex mental health needs Comprehensive knowledge of interventions specific to service area Awareness of Trust policies and service specification
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
Staying Well
Crawley
RH11 7XL
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
Staying Well
Crawley
RH11 7XL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Staying Well Practitioner
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 17 day(s) ago
Reference: 2342577
Job summary
We're looking forStaying Well Practitionersto join an exciting acute service inCrawleywhich is co-produced with Waythrough, a VCSE partner in Sussex.
We are looking for experienced and registered mental health professionals from all disciplines, including Social Workers, Nurses and OT's. For these roles it is essential you areregisteredwith NMC/HCPC/Social Work England & that you have experience of crisis assessment in any setting that provides a safety care plan
The service operates every day, the shifts 14:00 - 01:00hrs We haveshifts availableand there aregenerous enhancements for evening and weekends.
Based on a 'crisis caf' model, the service provides an opportunity for anyone over 18 years experiencing a mental health crisis, including a self- defined crisis, to present to Staying Well as an alternative to A&E. They will be find a warm, welcoming environment with a supportive and responsive team of mental health workers on site.
This post offers the Trust's £2,000 Golden Hello Incentive for band 6 Nurses & Practitioners, OR a relocation package up to a maximum of £2,000 (subject to terms and conditions).
Main duties of the job
As a registered mental health professional, we ask you to support Recovery Workers in delivering person centred care in a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment, that is conducive to reducing emotional and psychological distress, promoting independence, and assist in the recovery for all adult mental health users of services in the community.
Sussex Partnership mental health professionals on site are Trusted Assessors and are able to ensure a smooth transition into crisis services should this be required without the need for further assessment, meaning signposting to A&E can be avoided.
What we are looking for:
The skills we are looking for from Practitioners in our Staying Well services would be:
-Experience of working in mental health services-Knowledgeable of psycho-social factors which can precipitate crisis and impact on the safety and wellbeing of service users.-Be experienced in offering psycho-social interventions to those with mental health difficulties.-Knowledgeable of factors which can impact on safety for all staff working collaboratively to deliver person centred care in crisis.-Have experience of crisis assessment in any setting that provides a safety care plan.
Career Progression:. We are committed to providing a working environment where you can progress your career. We will support you to develop your skillset in this challenging and rewarding work setting.
About us
Living and working in West Sussex: The Area has some of the most beautiful and varied countryside in southern England and including many Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, but with great access to London, Gatwick and the coast.
Key Benefits:Excellent NHS Pension, Generous holiday entitlement (starting at 27 days + 8 bank holidays or pro rata), Access to NHS discount schemes, support from our organisational wellbeing team, with supervision reflective practice, and opportunities for training and development
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is committed to becoming a diverse employer and inclusive workplace. If you have specific needs or a disability and require support throughout the application or recruitment process, we can help.
Mission and Values:Our mission is to champion the rights of people with mental health difficulties and learning disabilities, working with system partners to improve the care they receive.
Details
Date posted
15 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata for part time
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
354-AN-21039
Job locations
Crawley Staying Well
Crawley
RH11 7XL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working in Staying Well Services:Staying Well promotes empowerment by giving people using the service opportunities to identify their own needs; support with the immediate crisis, and encouragement to make their own choices. It enables individuals to draw on their own strengths, develop coping strategies that build resilience to manage any future crises through the development of a wellness and recovery plan. Staying Well will adopt 'Upstream and Downstream' principles, providing preventative as well as responsive interventions.
However, we want to acknowledge that people often sell themselves short when looking at job requirements. So even if you don't meet every criteria, we would still love to talk to you as we may be able to offer you support or on the job training.
For more information onmain dutiesof the role please look at the attached Job Description.
Job description Job responsibilities Working in Staying Well Services:Staying Well promotes empowerment by giving people using the service opportunities to identify their own needs; support with the immediate crisis, and encouragement to make their own choices. It enables individuals to draw on their own strengths, develop coping strategies that build resilience to manage any future crises through the development of a wellness and recovery plan. Staying Well will adopt 'Upstream and Downstream' principles, providing preventative as well as responsive interventions. However, we want to acknowledge that people often sell themselves short when looking at job requirements. So even if you don't meet every criteria, we would still love to talk to you as we may be able to offer you support or on the job training. For more information onmain dutiesof the role please look at the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Essential and Desirable
Essential
- Registered Nurse, Social Work England or HCPC registered professional with current registration appropriate to the job role.
- Degree/diploma level supplemented by specialist qualification, training, experience, courses to masters level equivalent relevant to the care group
- Evidence of post registration training in relevant service area
- Extensive post qualifying experience in relevant service area
- Experience of supervising staff and students
- Comprehensive knowledge of interventions specific to service area
- Awareness of Trust policies and service specification
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills with staff, patients, families, carers and professionals
- Able to establish links with other services and professionals
- Able to effectively manage risk
- Participate in service development
- Able to lead clinical discussions in team
- Able to use Trust IT systems to enter patient information, case notes, risk, Care Notes
Desirable
- Lived experience of mental health issues
Person Specification Essential and Desirable Essential Registered Nurse, Social Work England or HCPC registered professional with current registration appropriate to the job role. Degree/diploma level supplemented by specialist qualification, training, experience, courses to masters level equivalent relevant to the care group Evidence of post registration training in relevant service area Extensive post qualifying experience in relevant service area Experience of supervising staff and students Comprehensive knowledge of interventions specific to service area Awareness of Trust policies and service specification Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills with staff, patients, families, carers and professionals Able to establish links with other services and professionals Able to effectively manage risk Participate in service development Able to lead clinical discussions in team Able to use Trust IT systems to enter patient information, case notes, risk, Care Notes Desirable Lived experience of mental health issues
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
Crawley Staying Well
Crawley
RH11 7XL
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
Crawley Staying Well
Crawley
RH11 7XL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 22 day(s) ago
Reference: 2333281
Job summary
Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Misuse?
We are seeking dedicated professionals like you to join our team in Barnsley Recovery Stepsand make a meaningful impact in people's lives, their families and communities. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Independent Prescriber to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical skills, a strong knowledge of pharmacology, and the ability to autonomously assess, diagnose, and manage patient care. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes and ensure the highest standards of care.
Main duties of the job
Key Requirements:
Independent Prescriber qualification
RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
Experience of working within substance misuse (desirable)
About us
We are one of the largest complex integrated treatment services in England. We operate an MDT model and there is real opportunity to work within a fantastic supportive team, including a mental health nurse offering specific interventions to support people, making a real difference to the lives of those in our community.
We have a strong ethos around staff development, with protected CPD time being offered, as well as individual and group supervision. All clinical services are supported by an experienced and dynamic multidisciplinary central clinical department.
Details
Date posted
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£43,000 to £53,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
B0061-26-0050
Job locations
5-6 Burleigh Court, Burleigh Street,
Barnsley,
South Yorkshire
S70 1XY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver drug and alcohol clinical and prescribing services to the service population.
Key accountabilities:
- Clinical assessment with or without Prescribing a range of medications (including controlled drugs) to support recovery in line with national and organisational guidelines and policies.
- Prescribe cost effectively and according to best practice and provide prescribing information and advice to Pharmacists, Shared Care GPs and hospital staff.
- Undertake Service User centred assessments, care planning, monitoring, evaluation andreviews in practice and outreach settings.
- Blood Borne Virus (BBV) management (risk assessment, pre and post-test counselling,testing and immunisation).
- Deliver health promotion and harm reduction interventions in a client-centred manner (e.g. safer sex, contraception, nutrition and healthy living).
- Promote and deliver immunisation against Hepatitis B in line with national guidance.
- Contribute to the maintenance of client clinical database; co-ordinate data entry and retrieval searches and reports to meet the internal and external service requirements as appropriate and ensuring data security at all times.
- Liaise with pharmacists regarding supervised dispensing and prescription queries.
- Share care with GPs for Service Users in Primary Care Extended Services (PCES)/Primary
- Care Recovery Services (PCRS).
- Deliver clinical interventions across hubs in different locations and deliver outreach as required.
- Undertake continuing professional development including participating in clinical supervision, performance appraisals and attending training as/when required.
- Work in accordance with all relevant legislation, best practice policies & procedures and guidelines both internal and external. This includes Humankinds clinical governance policy framework.
- Participate in the audit process and promote service wide or local clinical audit Implement findings/changes where indicated.
- Ensure all serious incidents (including deaths in service) are reported, implementing any service changes arising.
- Disseminate learning across the service and the organisation as appropriate.
- Provide support and assistance to other Humankind substance misuse services during mobilisation
- Collaborate on clinical governance, review and implementation of policies and guidelines.
- Assist in and have continued involvement with national and local research projects, as appropriate
- Keep abreast of policy and professional development within your area of professional expertise.
- To promote, adhere to and live our workplace values of being honest, committed and inventive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver drug and alcohol clinical and prescribing services to the service population.
Key accountabilities:
- Clinical assessment with or without Prescribing a range of medications (including controlled drugs) to support recovery in line with national and organisational guidelines and policies.
- Prescribe cost effectively and according to best practice and provide prescribing information and advice to Pharmacists, Shared Care GPs and hospital staff.
- Undertake Service User centred assessments, care planning, monitoring, evaluation andreviews in practice and outreach settings.
- Blood Borne Virus (BBV) management (risk assessment, pre and post-test counselling,testing and immunisation).
- Deliver health promotion and harm reduction interventions in a client-centred manner (e.g. safer sex, contraception, nutrition and healthy living).
- Promote and deliver immunisation against Hepatitis B in line with national guidance.
- Contribute to the maintenance of client clinical database; co-ordinate data entry and retrieval searches and reports to meet the internal and external service requirements as appropriate and ensuring data security at all times.
- Liaise with pharmacists regarding supervised dispensing and prescription queries.
- Share care with GPs for Service Users in Primary Care Extended Services (PCES)/Primary
- Care Recovery Services (PCRS).
- Deliver clinical interventions across hubs in different locations and deliver outreach as required.
- Undertake continuing professional development including participating in clinical supervision, performance appraisals and attending training as/when required.
- Work in accordance with all relevant legislation, best practice policies & procedures and guidelines both internal and external. This includes Humankinds clinical governance policy framework.
- Participate in the audit process and promote service wide or local clinical audit Implement findings/changes where indicated.
- Ensure all serious incidents (including deaths in service) are reported, implementing any service changes arising.
- Disseminate learning across the service and the organisation as appropriate.
- Provide support and assistance to other Humankind substance misuse services during mobilisation
- Collaborate on clinical governance, review and implementation of policies and guidelines.
- Assist in and have continued involvement with national and local research projects, as appropriate
- Keep abreast of policy and professional development within your area of professional expertise.
- To promote, adhere to and live our workplace values of being honest, committed and inventive.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse or registered pharmacist
- Independent Prescriber qualified.
- RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge/Previous Experience
Essential
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook Office programmes
- Experience of entering complex information onto an electronic / clinical data base.
- Experience in delivering evidence based treatments in Substance Misuse.
- Previous experience of carrying out general health care assessment including BBV, and delivering health promotion/ harm reduction interventions, advice and information.
- Awareness of social context of drug misuse and the wider implications of the behaviour.
- Understanding of complexities of primary health care and the constrictions and opportunities inherent in the primary care sector.
- Awareness and experience of the principles of Audit.
- Understanding of drug misuse services available in the public and voluntary services.
- Awareness of national strategies impacting on drug and alcohol services and role of Independent Prescriber.
- Understanding of the differences between the private and the public sector roles and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse or registered pharmacist
- Independent Prescriber qualified.
- RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge/Previous Experience
Essential
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook Office programmes
- Experience of entering complex information onto an electronic / clinical data base.
- Experience in delivering evidence based treatments in Substance Misuse.
- Previous experience of carrying out general health care assessment including BBV, and delivering health promotion/ harm reduction interventions, advice and information.
- Awareness of social context of drug misuse and the wider implications of the behaviour.
- Understanding of complexities of primary health care and the constrictions and opportunities inherent in the primary care sector.
- Awareness and experience of the principles of Audit.
- Understanding of drug misuse services available in the public and voluntary services.
- Awareness of national strategies impacting on drug and alcohol services and role of Independent Prescriber.
- Understanding of the differences between the private and the public sector roles and responsibilities.
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
Waythrough
Address
5-6 Burleigh Court, Burleigh Street,
Barnsley,
South Yorkshire
S70 1XY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Waythrough
Address
5-6 Burleigh Court, Burleigh Street,
Barnsley,
South Yorkshire
S70 1XY
United Kingdom
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Posted 24 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327296
Job summary
Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Misuse?
We are seeking dedicated professionals like you to join our team and support across the New Visision Bradford Hubs and make a meaningful impact in people's lives, their families and communities. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Independent Prescriber to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical skills, a strong knowledge of pharmacology, and the ability to autonomously assess, diagnose, and manage patient care. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes and ensure the highest standards of care.
Main duties of the job
Key Requirements:
Independent Prescriber qualification
RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
Experience of working within substance misuse (desirable)
About us
We are one of the largest complex integrated treatment services in England. We operate an MDT model and there is real opportunity to work within a fantastic supportive team, including a mental health nurse offering specific interventions to support people, making a real difference to the lives of those in our community.
We have a strong ethos around staff development, with protected CPD time being offered, as well as individual and group supervision. All clinical services are supported by an experienced and dynamic multidisciplinary central clinical department.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£44,789 to £53,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
B0061-26-0049
Job locations
Unity Building, 30 Manningham Lane
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD1 3DN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver drug and alcohol clinical and prescribing services to the service population.
Key accountabilities:
- Clinical assessment with or without Prescribing a range of medications (including controlled drugs) to support recovery in line with national and organisational guidelines and policies.
- Prescribe cost effectively and according to best practice and provide prescribing information and advice to Pharmacists, Shared Care GPs and hospital staff.
- Undertake Service User centred assessments, care planning, monitoring, evaluation andreviews in practice and outreach settings.
- Blood Borne Virus (BBV) management (risk assessment, pre and post-test counselling,testing and immunisation).
- Deliver health promotion and harm reduction interventions in a client-centred manner (e.g. safer sex, contraception, nutrition and healthy living).
- Promote and deliver immunisation against Hepatitis B in line with national guidance.
- Contribute to the maintenance of client clinical database; co-ordinate data entry and retrieval searches and reports to meet the internal and external service requirements as appropriate and ensuring data security at all times.
- Liaise with pharmacists regarding supervised dispensing and prescription queries.
- Share care with GPs for Service Users in Primary Care Extended Services (PCES)/Primary
- Care Recovery Services (PCRS).
- Deliver clinical interventions across hubs in different locations and deliver outreach as required.
- Undertake continuing professional development including participating in clinical supervision, performance appraisals and attending training as/when required.
- Work in accordance with all relevant legislation, best practice policies & procedures and guidelines both internal and external. This includes Humankinds clinical governance policy framework.
- Participate in the audit process and promote service wide or local clinical audit Implement findings/changes where indicated.
- Ensure all serious incidents (including deaths in service) are reported, implementing any service changes arising.
- Disseminate learning across the service and the organisation as appropriate.
- Provide support and assistance to other Humankind substance misuse services during mobilisation
- Collaborate on clinical governance, review and implementation of policies and guidelines.
- Assist in and have continued involvement with national and local research projects, as appropriate
- Keep abreast of policy and professional development within your area of professional expertise.
- To promote, adhere to and live our workplace values of being honest, committed and inventive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver drug and alcohol clinical and prescribing services to the service population.
Key accountabilities:
- Clinical assessment with or without Prescribing a range of medications (including controlled drugs) to support recovery in line with national and organisational guidelines and policies.
- Prescribe cost effectively and according to best practice and provide prescribing information and advice to Pharmacists, Shared Care GPs and hospital staff.
- Undertake Service User centred assessments, care planning, monitoring, evaluation andreviews in practice and outreach settings.
- Blood Borne Virus (BBV) management (risk assessment, pre and post-test counselling,testing and immunisation).
- Deliver health promotion and harm reduction interventions in a client-centred manner (e.g. safer sex, contraception, nutrition and healthy living).
- Promote and deliver immunisation against Hepatitis B in line with national guidance.
- Contribute to the maintenance of client clinical database; co-ordinate data entry and retrieval searches and reports to meet the internal and external service requirements as appropriate and ensuring data security at all times.
- Liaise with pharmacists regarding supervised dispensing and prescription queries.
- Share care with GPs for Service Users in Primary Care Extended Services (PCES)/Primary
- Care Recovery Services (PCRS).
- Deliver clinical interventions across hubs in different locations and deliver outreach as required.
- Undertake continuing professional development including participating in clinical supervision, performance appraisals and attending training as/when required.
- Work in accordance with all relevant legislation, best practice policies & procedures and guidelines both internal and external. This includes Humankinds clinical governance policy framework.
- Participate in the audit process and promote service wide or local clinical audit Implement findings/changes where indicated.
- Ensure all serious incidents (including deaths in service) are reported, implementing any service changes arising.
- Disseminate learning across the service and the organisation as appropriate.
- Provide support and assistance to other Humankind substance misuse services during mobilisation
- Collaborate on clinical governance, review and implementation of policies and guidelines.
- Assist in and have continued involvement with national and local research projects, as appropriate
- Keep abreast of policy and professional development within your area of professional expertise.
- To promote, adhere to and live our workplace values of being honest, committed and inventive.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse or registered pharmacist
- Independent Prescriber qualified.
- RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge/Previous Experience
Essential
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook Office programmes
- Experience of entering complex information onto an electronic / clinical data base.
- Experience in delivering evidence based treatments in Substance Misuse.
- Previous experience of carrying out general health care assessment including BBV, and delivering health promotion/ harm reduction interventions, advice and information.
- Awareness of social context of drug misuse and the wider implications of the behaviour.
- Understanding of complexities of primary health care and the constrictions and opportunities inherent in the primary care sector.
- Awareness and experience of the principles of Audit.
- Understanding of drug misuse services available in the public and voluntary services.
- Awareness of national strategies impacting on drug and alcohol services and role of Independent Prescriber.
- Understanding of the differences between the private and the public sector roles and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse or registered pharmacist
- Independent Prescriber qualified.
- RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge/Previous Experience
Essential
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook Office programmes
- Experience of entering complex information onto an electronic / clinical data base.
- Experience in delivering evidence based treatments in Substance Misuse.
- Previous experience of carrying out general health care assessment including BBV, and delivering health promotion/ harm reduction interventions, advice and information.
- Awareness of social context of drug misuse and the wider implications of the behaviour.
- Understanding of complexities of primary health care and the constrictions and opportunities inherent in the primary care sector.
- Awareness and experience of the principles of Audit.
- Understanding of drug misuse services available in the public and voluntary services.
- Awareness of national strategies impacting on drug and alcohol services and role of Independent Prescriber.
- Understanding of the differences between the private and the public sector roles and responsibilities.
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
Waythrough
Address
Unity Building, 30 Manningham Lane
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD1 3DN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Waythrough
Address
Unity Building, 30 Manningham Lane
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD1 3DN
United Kingdom
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Posted 3 day(s) ago
Reference: B0061-JR014006
Job summary
About the Role
This role involves providing structured counselling / psychosocial therapies to service users and their close family members as required. Also providing management of the countywide counselling service within Recovery Steps Cumbria and operational support to trainee counsellors on placement at the service.
Main duties of the job
What Youll Do
- Coordinate, manage, and lead an accessible counselling service with clear pathways and risk governance.
- Hold clinical governance and safeguarding accountability for the counselling element of the service.
- Create and maintain clear pathway for the counselling service from referral point to exit.
- Provide robust assessments of clients mental health needs and suitability for psychological intervention, allocate correctly with counsellors, volunteer/Student counsellors as appropriate to their capacity and skills.
- Provide supervision, guidance, and reflective practice spaces for counsellors, volunteer and trainee counsellors ensuring high quality of care.
- Implement systems responsive to differing levels of risk, complexity, and need; escalate safeguarding promptly.
About us
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, weve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services and its all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job its a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
Details
Date posted
30 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£40,266 to £54,478 a year Pro Rata'd to 30 Hours
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
B0061-JR014006
Job locations
Recovery Steps Cumbria
Castle Street
Carlisle
CA3 8SY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Role
This role involves providing structured counselling / psychosocial therapies to service users and their close family members as required. Also providing management of the countywide counselling service within Recovery Steps Cumbria and operational support to trainee counsellors on placement at the service.
What Youll Do
- Coordinate, manage, and lead an accessible counselling service with clear pathways and risk governance.
- Hold clinical governance and safeguarding accountability for the counselling element of the service.
- Create and maintain clear pathway for the counselling service from referral point to exit.
- Provide robust assessments of clients mental health needs and suitability for psychological intervention, allocate correctly with counsellors, volunteer/Student counsellors as appropriate to their capacity and skills.
- Provide supervision, guidance, and reflective practice spaces for counsellors, volunteer and trainee counsellors ensuring high quality of care.
- Implement systems responsive to differing levels of risk, complexity, and need; escalate safeguarding promptly.
To Succeed in This Role, Youll Need:
- Recognised qualification in Counselling or Psychotherapy (Level 4 or above) BACP accreditation / UKCP registration (or equivalent)
- Recognised certificate in counselling supervision
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Role
This role involves providing structured counselling / psychosocial therapies to service users and their close family members as required. Also providing management of the countywide counselling service within Recovery Steps Cumbria and operational support to trainee counsellors on placement at the service.
What Youll Do
- Coordinate, manage, and lead an accessible counselling service with clear pathways and risk governance.
- Hold clinical governance and safeguarding accountability for the counselling element of the service.
- Create and maintain clear pathway for the counselling service from referral point to exit.
- Provide robust assessments of clients mental health needs and suitability for psychological intervention, allocate correctly with counsellors, volunteer/Student counsellors as appropriate to their capacity and skills.
- Provide supervision, guidance, and reflective practice spaces for counsellors, volunteer and trainee counsellors ensuring high quality of care.
- Implement systems responsive to differing levels of risk, complexity, and need; escalate safeguarding promptly.
To Succeed in This Role, Youll Need:
- Recognised qualification in Counselling or Psychotherapy (Level 4 or above) BACP accreditation / UKCP registration (or equivalent)
- Recognised certificate in counselling supervision
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- To Succeed in This Role, Youll Need:
- Recognised qualification in Counselling or Psychotherapy (Level 4 or above) BACP accreditation / UKCP registration (or equivalent)
- Recognised certificate in counselling supervision
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- To Succeed in This Role, Youll Need:
- Recognised qualification in Counselling or Psychotherapy (Level 4 or above) BACP accreditation / UKCP registration (or equivalent)
- Recognised certificate in counselling supervision
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Waythrough
Address
Recovery Steps Cumbria
Castle Street
Carlisle
CA3 8SY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Waythrough
Address
Recovery Steps Cumbria
Castle Street
Carlisle
CA3 8SY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Healthcare Assistant - Recovery Steps Cumbria - Carlisle & Penrith
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Posted 8 day(s) ago
Reference: B0061-26-0055
Job summary
About the Role
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality care to individuals accessing our service. Working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team, you will help deliver healthcare interventions, promote physical wellbeing, and provide practical support to people affected by substance misuse and associated health needs.
This is a varied role involving direct patient care, health assessments, harm reduction interventions, outreach work, and supporting service users throughout their treatment and recovery journey.
Main duties of the job
Key Duties
- Support clinicians in delivering healthcare assessments and interventions.
- Carry out delegated clinical procedures following appropriate training and competency assessment.
- Support service users with their physical health needs and overall wellbeing.
- Deliver harm reduction advice, including overdose prevention and health promotion.
- Assist with alcohol assessments and community detoxification programmes.
- Undertake health monitoring activities and record outcomes accurately.
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely clinical records.
- Ensure clinical environments are safe, clean, and compliant with infection control standards.
- Provide information, advice, and signposting to appropriate health and community services.
- Participate in service improvement activities, audits, and ongoing professional development.
About us
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, weve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services and its all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Details
Date posted
25 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£25,877.80 to £34,240.03 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
B0061-26-0055
Job locations
Recovery Steps - Cumbria
1st Floor,
Stocklund House Castle Street,
Carlisle,
Cumbria,
CA3 8SY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Role
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality care to individuals accessing our service. Working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team, you will help deliver healthcare interventions, promote physical wellbeing, and provide practical support to people affected by substance misuse and associated health needs.
This is a varied role involving direct patient care, health assessments, harm reduction interventions, outreach work, and supporting service users throughout their treatment and recovery journey.
Key Duties- Support clinicians in delivering healthcare assessments and interventions.
- Carry out delegated clinical procedures following appropriate training and competency assessment.
- Support service users with their physical health needs and overall wellbeing.
- Deliver harm reduction advice, including overdose prevention and health promotion.
- Assist with alcohol assessments and community detoxification programmes.
- Undertake health monitoring activities and record outcomes accurately.
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely clinical records.
- Ensure clinical environments are safe, clean, and compliant with infection control standards.
- Provide information, advice, and signposting to appropriate health and community services.
- Participate in service improvement activities, audits, and ongoing professional development.
You will be a caring and professional individual with a genuine passion for helping people improve their health and wellbeing.
You will have:
- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
- Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
- Experience working in a health, care, or support environment.
- An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, and professional boundaries.
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A non-judgemental approach when working with vulnerable people.
- An awareness of the challenges faced by individuals affected by drug and alcohol use, mental health, or social exclusion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Role
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality care to individuals accessing our service. Working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team, you will help deliver healthcare interventions, promote physical wellbeing, and provide practical support to people affected by substance misuse and associated health needs.
This is a varied role involving direct patient care, health assessments, harm reduction interventions, outreach work, and supporting service users throughout their treatment and recovery journey.
Key Duties- Support clinicians in delivering healthcare assessments and interventions.
- Carry out delegated clinical procedures following appropriate training and competency assessment.
- Support service users with their physical health needs and overall wellbeing.
- Deliver harm reduction advice, including overdose prevention and health promotion.
- Assist with alcohol assessments and community detoxification programmes.
- Undertake health monitoring activities and record outcomes accurately.
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely clinical records.
- Ensure clinical environments are safe, clean, and compliant with infection control standards.
- Provide information, advice, and signposting to appropriate health and community services.
- Participate in service improvement activities, audits, and ongoing professional development.
You will be a caring and professional individual with a genuine passion for helping people improve their health and wellbeing.
You will have:
- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
- Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
- Experience working in a health, care, or support environment.
- An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, and professional boundaries.
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A non-judgemental approach when working with vulnerable people.
- An awareness of the challenges faced by individuals affected by drug and alcohol use, mental health, or social exclusion.
Person Specification
About You
Essential
- About You
- You will be a caring and professional individual with a genuine passion for helping people improve their health and wellbeing.
- You will have:
- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
- Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
- Experience working in a health, care, or support environment.
- An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, and professional boundaries.
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A non-judgemental approach when working with vulnerable people.
- An awareness of the challenges faced by individuals affected by drug and alcohol use, mental health, or social exclusion.
Person Specification
About You
Essential
- About You
- You will be a caring and professional individual with a genuine passion for helping people improve their health and wellbeing.
- You will have:
- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
- Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
- Experience working in a health, care, or support environment.
- An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, and professional boundaries.
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A non-judgemental approach when working with vulnerable people.
- An awareness of the challenges faced by individuals affected by drug and alcohol use, mental health, or social exclusion.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Waythrough
Address
Recovery Steps - Cumbria
1st Floor,
Stocklund House Castle Street,
Carlisle,
Cumbria,
CA3 8SY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Waythrough
Address
Recovery Steps - Cumbria
1st Floor,
Stocklund House Castle Street,
Carlisle,
Cumbria,
CA3 8SY
United Kingdom
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Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 222-EAL-081-A
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to join the Ealing Crisis Assessment and Home Treatment Team. The team works closely with inpatient and community services to support individuals experiencing a mental health crisis outside of hospital, offering care in people's homes and within the Crisis Recovery House run by our VCSE partners at Waythrough.
This newly developed post will work alongside an established Psychologist already embedded in the team. Ealing has recently launched a borough-wide commitment to becoming a trauma-informed service, supporting staff to deliver stabilising and psychologically informed interventions.
The post-holder will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, providing a psychological perspective on care, supporting risk management, and delivering assessment, formulation and brief interventions to service users and families. They will also help develop psychologically informed approaches across the MDT and contribute to reflective practice, team formulation and post-incident support.
The service is working towards accreditation with the Quality Network for Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Teams, and the post-holder will support meeting and maintaining psychological standards.
Regular supervision will be provided by a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist experienced in acute and crisis mental health, and the post-holder will be fully integrated into Ealing psychology services.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work collaboratively and proactively with the multi-disciplinary team in:
Providing psychological therapies to service users and their families offering assessment, formulation, risk assessment and brief evidence-based interventions when indicated.
Offer indirect work ensuring that all members of the multidisciplinary team have access to a psychological framework for understanding the service user's needs. This will be provided by giving psychological advice, consultation, contributing in clinical meetings and team formulation.
Developing the MDT's knowledge and skills to deliver a range of psychological interventions to service users care through teaching, training and (where appropriate) supervision.
Work as an integrated clinical member of a multi-disciplinary team, which will include responsibility for ensuring the systematic provision and governance around the delivery of psychological interventions.
Utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development as appropriate.
Participate as a senior clinician and be an integral part of the leadership team involved in the development and delivery of a high quality service.
Function as an autonomous practitioner and be responsible for their own work; working within their professional guidelines and the overall framework of the service's policies and procedures.
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Details
Date posted
23 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£53,751 to £60,651 a year per annum inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
222-EAL-081-A
Job locations
St Bernard’s Hospital
London
UB1 3EU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology or its equivalent, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology as accredited by the BPS and/or Accredited psychological practitioner with at least 3 years of experience.
- Professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council and/or equivalent registering body.
- Training in clinical supervision for doctoral, and equivalent, trainees
Desirable
- Evidence of post-doctoral training in psychological therapies relevant to severe and enduring mental health difficulties including for example DBT/ CBT-P/ Systemic Practice.
- Training in the supervision of psychological therapies.
Experience
Essential
- Post qualification experience of working in mental health settings delivering specialist psychological assessment, formulation and interventions across a range of settings including community, primary care, inpatient, crisis services.
- Experience of working with a wide range of client groups across the whole life course presenting with a range of psychological problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity.
- Experience of providing clinical supervision to assistant/trainee or qualified psychologists, and/or other professionals.
- Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts including working with interpreters.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching/training.
- Experience of working in acute mental health services (inpatient wards, HTT, crisis intervention services, psychiatric liaison).
- Experience of having facilitated/cofacilitated psychological therapy groups
- Experience of facilitating reflective practice to teams.
- Post qualification experience and/or training in working with adults affected by psychological trauma.
- Experience of service development/change leadership.
Knowledge /Skills
Essential
- Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, formulation, intervention and management requiring sustained and intense concentration.
- Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to service users, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.
- Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology.
- Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the BPS.
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific psychological problems (e.g. personality disorder, dual diagnosis, autism spectrum disorder).
- Knowledge and awareness of the trauma informed approach.
- Able to provide and receive highly complex, highly sensitive or highly contentious information, where there are significant barriers to acceptance which need to be overcome using the highest level of interpersonal and communication skills such as would be required when communicating in a hostile, antagonistic or highly emotive atmosphere
- Able to make judgements involving highly complex facts or situations, which require the evaluation of a range of options (e.g. the assessment of specialist clinical conditions and the determination of treatment options), Where expert opinions may differ.
- Able to plan, prioritise and organise own service user caseload, treatment programmes (individual or group) involving other staff, and other aspects of the work such as research activity.
- Comprehensive IT skills
- Skills in administering psychological tests and standardised assessments.
Desirable
- Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, e.g. complex psychometric testing and specialist neuropsychological testing
- Knowledge of QN-CRHTT standards and accreditation process.
- Knowledge of quality improvement methodology.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Able to sit for extended periods of time while demonstrating active listening skills.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour including verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.
- Ability to manage emotionally stressful situations including working with people affected by trauma, with people who engage in self-harming or aggressive behaviour.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure. Adaptable and able to work flexibly to respond to the service needs/priorities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology or its equivalent, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology as accredited by the BPS and/or Accredited psychological practitioner with at least 3 years of experience.
- Professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council and/or equivalent registering body.
- Training in clinical supervision for doctoral, and equivalent, trainees
Desirable
- Evidence of post-doctoral training in psychological therapies relevant to severe and enduring mental health difficulties including for example DBT/ CBT-P/ Systemic Practice.
- Training in the supervision of psychological therapies.
Experience
Essential
- Post qualification experience of working in mental health settings delivering specialist psychological assessment, formulation and interventions across a range of settings including community, primary care, inpatient, crisis services.
- Experience of working with a wide range of client groups across the whole life course presenting with a range of psychological problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity.
- Experience of providing clinical supervision to assistant/trainee or qualified psychologists, and/or other professionals.
- Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts including working with interpreters.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching/training.
- Experience of working in acute mental health services (inpatient wards, HTT, crisis intervention services, psychiatric liaison).
- Experience of having facilitated/cofacilitated psychological therapy groups
- Experience of facilitating reflective practice to teams.
- Post qualification experience and/or training in working with adults affected by psychological trauma.
- Experience of service development/change leadership.
Knowledge /Skills
Essential
- Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, formulation, intervention and management requiring sustained and intense concentration.
- Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to service users, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.
- Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology.
- Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the BPS.
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific psychological problems (e.g. personality disorder, dual diagnosis, autism spectrum disorder).
- Knowledge and awareness of the trauma informed approach.
- Able to provide and receive highly complex, highly sensitive or highly contentious information, where there are significant barriers to acceptance which need to be overcome using the highest level of interpersonal and communication skills such as would be required when communicating in a hostile, antagonistic or highly emotive atmosphere
- Able to make judgements involving highly complex facts or situations, which require the evaluation of a range of options (e.g. the assessment of specialist clinical conditions and the determination of treatment options), Where expert opinions may differ.
- Able to plan, prioritise and organise own service user caseload, treatment programmes (individual or group) involving other staff, and other aspects of the work such as research activity.
- Comprehensive IT skills
- Skills in administering psychological tests and standardised assessments.
Desirable
- Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, e.g. complex psychometric testing and specialist neuropsychological testing
- Knowledge of QN-CRHTT standards and accreditation process.
- Knowledge of quality improvement methodology.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Able to sit for extended periods of time while demonstrating active listening skills.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour including verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.
- Ability to manage emotionally stressful situations including working with people affected by trauma, with people who engage in self-harming or aggressive behaviour.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure. Adaptable and able to work flexibly to respond to the service needs/priorities.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
West London NHS Trust
Address
St Bernard’s Hospital
London
UB1 3EU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
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West London NHS Trust
Address
St Bernard’s Hospital
London
UB1 3EU
United Kingdom
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Posted 11 day(s) ago
Reference: B0061-26-0053
Job summary
Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Misuse?
We are seeking dedicated professionals like you to join our team in Likewise, Sheffield and make a meaningful impact in people's lives, their families and communities. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Independent Prescriber to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical skills, a strong knowledge of pharmacology, and the ability to autonomously assess, diagnose, and manage patient care. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes and ensure the highest standards of care.
Main duties of the job
Key Requirements:
Independent Prescriber qualification
RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
Experience of working within substance misuse (desirable)
About us
We are one of the largest complex integrated treatment services in England. We operate an MDT model and there is real opportunity to work within a fantastic supportive team, including a mental health nurse offering specific interventions to support people, making a real difference to the lives of those in our community.
We have a strong ethos around staff development, with protected CPD time being offered, as well as individual and group supervision. All clinical services are supported by an experienced and dynamic multidisciplinary central clinical department.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£44,789 to £54,384 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
B0061-26-0053
Job locations
Portland House
243 Shalesmoor, Moorfields
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S3 8UG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver drug and alcohol clinical and prescribing services to the service population.
Key accountabilities:
- Clinical assessment with or without Prescribing a range of medications (including controlled drugs) to support recovery in line with national and organisational guidelines and policies.
- Prescribe cost effectively and according to best practice and provide prescribing information and advice to Pharmacists, Shared Care GPs and hospital staff.
- Undertake Service User centred assessments, care planning, monitoring, evaluation andreviews in practice and outreach settings.
- Blood Borne Virus (BBV) management (risk assessment, pre and post-test counselling,testing and immunisation).
- Deliver health promotion and harm reduction interventions in a client-centred manner (e.g. safer sex, contraception, nutrition and healthy living).
- Promote and deliver immunisation against Hepatitis B in line with national guidance.
- Contribute to the maintenance of client clinical database; co-ordinate data entry and retrieval searches and reports to meet the internal and external service requirements as appropriate and ensuring data security at all times.
- Liaise with pharmacists regarding supervised dispensing and prescription queries.
- Share care with GPs for Service Users in Primary Care Extended Services (PCES)/Primary
- Care Recovery Services (PCRS).
- Deliver clinical interventions across hubs in different locations and deliver outreach as required.
- Undertake continuing professional development including participating in clinical supervision, performance appraisals and attending training as/when required.
- Work in accordance with all relevant legislation, best practice policies & procedures and guidelines both internal and external. This includes Humankinds clinical governance policy framework.
- Participate in the audit process and promote service wide or local clinical audit Implement findings/changes where indicated.
- Ensure all serious incidents (including deaths in service) are reported, implementing any service changes arising.
- Disseminate learning across the service and the organisation as appropriate.
- Provide support and assistance to other Humankind substance misuse services during mobilisation
- Collaborate on clinical governance, review and implementation of policies and guidelines.
- Assist in and have continued involvement with national and local research projects, as appropriate
- Keep abreast of policy and professional development within your area of professional expertise.
- To promote, adhere to and live our workplace values of being honest, committed and inventive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver drug and alcohol clinical and prescribing services to the service population.
Key accountabilities:
- Clinical assessment with or without Prescribing a range of medications (including controlled drugs) to support recovery in line with national and organisational guidelines and policies.
- Prescribe cost effectively and according to best practice and provide prescribing information and advice to Pharmacists, Shared Care GPs and hospital staff.
- Undertake Service User centred assessments, care planning, monitoring, evaluation andreviews in practice and outreach settings.
- Blood Borne Virus (BBV) management (risk assessment, pre and post-test counselling,testing and immunisation).
- Deliver health promotion and harm reduction interventions in a client-centred manner (e.g. safer sex, contraception, nutrition and healthy living).
- Promote and deliver immunisation against Hepatitis B in line with national guidance.
- Contribute to the maintenance of client clinical database; co-ordinate data entry and retrieval searches and reports to meet the internal and external service requirements as appropriate and ensuring data security at all times.
- Liaise with pharmacists regarding supervised dispensing and prescription queries.
- Share care with GPs for Service Users in Primary Care Extended Services (PCES)/Primary
- Care Recovery Services (PCRS).
- Deliver clinical interventions across hubs in different locations and deliver outreach as required.
- Undertake continuing professional development including participating in clinical supervision, performance appraisals and attending training as/when required.
- Work in accordance with all relevant legislation, best practice policies & procedures and guidelines both internal and external. This includes Humankinds clinical governance policy framework.
- Participate in the audit process and promote service wide or local clinical audit Implement findings/changes where indicated.
- Ensure all serious incidents (including deaths in service) are reported, implementing any service changes arising.
- Disseminate learning across the service and the organisation as appropriate.
- Provide support and assistance to other Humankind substance misuse services during mobilisation
- Collaborate on clinical governance, review and implementation of policies and guidelines.
- Assist in and have continued involvement with national and local research projects, as appropriate
- Keep abreast of policy and professional development within your area of professional expertise.
- To promote, adhere to and live our workplace values of being honest, committed and inventive.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse or registered pharmacist
- Independent Prescriber qualified.
- RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge/Previous Experience
Essential
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook Office programmes
- Experience of entering complex information onto an electronic / clinical data base.
- Experience in delivering evidence based treatments in Substance Misuse.
- Previous experience of carrying out general health care assessment including BBV, and delivering health promotion/ harm reduction interventions, advice and information.
- Awareness of social context of drug misuse and the wider implications of the behaviour.
- Understanding of complexities of primary health care and the constrictions and opportunities inherent in the primary care sector.
- Awareness and experience of the principles of Audit.
- Understanding of drug misuse services available in the public and voluntary services.
- Awareness of national strategies impacting on drug and alcohol services and role of Independent Prescriber.
- Understanding of the differences between the private and the public sector roles and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse or registered pharmacist
- Independent Prescriber qualified.
- RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge/Previous Experience
Essential
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook Office programmes
- Experience of entering complex information onto an electronic / clinical data base.
- Experience in delivering evidence based treatments in Substance Misuse.
- Previous experience of carrying out general health care assessment including BBV, and delivering health promotion/ harm reduction interventions, advice and information.
- Awareness of social context of drug misuse and the wider implications of the behaviour.
- Understanding of complexities of primary health care and the constrictions and opportunities inherent in the primary care sector.
- Awareness and experience of the principles of Audit.
- Understanding of drug misuse services available in the public and voluntary services.
- Awareness of national strategies impacting on drug and alcohol services and role of Independent Prescriber.
- Understanding of the differences between the private and the public sector roles and responsibilities.
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
Waythrough
Address
Portland House
243 Shalesmoor, Moorfields
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S3 8UG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
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Address
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243 Shalesmoor, Moorfields
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S3 8UG
United Kingdom
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Senior Mental Health Practitioner, Integrated Recovery Team
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 11 day(s) ago
Reference: C9378-B2377
Job summary
37.5 hours per week (fixed term for two years)
We are pleased to advertise 2 brand new practitioner posts in Barnsley working in the Integrated Recovery Team. The successful candidates will work in a multi agency team and will be integrated into our local substance misuse provider Waythrough. The team will attempt to work with clients in an assertive way who are difficult to engage and have co-occurring substance misuse and mental health issues. The posts are initially on a fixed term 2 year contract but this may be extended.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will need to have excellent engagement skills and be prepared to be challenged by often complex clients who historically have been resistant to engaging with treatment. The candidates will need to have exceptional communication skills as liaison with statutory and voluntary agencies will be a key element to the post. An ability to undertake an assessment of needs and risks and complete a thorough care plan is essential.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
2 years
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-B2377
Job locations
Lundwood Health Centre
Littleworth Lane, Lundwood
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S71 5RG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
Has continuing responsibility for the provision of skilled interventions to people with mental health problems in the community. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of a Core CMHT.
Key Result Areas:
Management of own caseload in line with C.P.A. procedures and risk management protocols.
Provision of leadership to the Core Team in respect of psycho-social interventions to
people and carers.
- Supervision and support of other team members.
- Participation in service development and clinical governance structures.
Professional:
1. Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred.
- Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers.
- Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved.
- Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
- Advises and supports the person and carers to promote health and well-being and to prevent illness.
- Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be required.
- Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and community.
- Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and participates in the team duty rota.
- Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
- Responsible for acting up in the absence of the team leader
Administrative:
1. Maintains accurate patient care records in accordance with professional codes of conduct and trust procedures and ensures records are made available when required by the appropriate agency.
2. Participates in the formulation of policies at unit level.
3. Maintains accurate mileage records.
4. Manages caseload with due economy of cost and time.
5. Ensures safe carriage, storage and administration of drugs prescribed (registered nurses only).
6. Responsible for the ordering of stock with due economy.
7. Produces monthly statistics in line with trust directives.
8. Keeps the Management Team and colleagues informed of developments relevant to the area of responsibility.
Education:
1. Supervises students and trainees on placement.
- Assists in the teaching and in-service training of staff.
- Is conversant with current trends in clinical practice.
- Participates and accepts delegated responsibility in research and clinical audit as required.
- Attends courses or training sessions relevant to the updating of knowledge and experience.
Personnel:
1. Promotes an understanding of mental health and well being.
- Ensures health and safety regulations are observed.
- Attends mandatory training sessions as directed by the Trust.
- Participates in the values based induction and the annual appraisal process.
- Attends team meetings.
- Supports the Trusts commitment to a healthy work-life balance.
Trust Values:
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must at all times act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
We put the person first and in the centre
We know that families and carers matter
We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
We improve and aim to be outstanding
We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow
Safeguarding:
Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.
Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.
Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:
All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:
ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;
maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;
understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy;
comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;
receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;
understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;
recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;
ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;
comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);
demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;
abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;
work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.
adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;
being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;
Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promply;
In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
Has continuing responsibility for the provision of skilled interventions to people with mental health problems in the community. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of a Core CMHT.
Key Result Areas:
Management of own caseload in line with C.P.A. procedures and risk management protocols.
Provision of leadership to the Core Team in respect of psycho-social interventions to
people and carers.
- Supervision and support of other team members.
- Participation in service development and clinical governance structures.
Professional:
1. Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred.
- Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers.
- Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved.
- Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
- Advises and supports the person and carers to promote health and well-being and to prevent illness.
- Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be required.
- Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and community.
- Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and participates in the team duty rota.
- Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
- Responsible for acting up in the absence of the team leader
Administrative:
1. Maintains accurate patient care records in accordance with professional codes of conduct and trust procedures and ensures records are made available when required by the appropriate agency.
2. Participates in the formulation of policies at unit level.
3. Maintains accurate mileage records.
4. Manages caseload with due economy of cost and time.
5. Ensures safe carriage, storage and administration of drugs prescribed (registered nurses only).
6. Responsible for the ordering of stock with due economy.
7. Produces monthly statistics in line with trust directives.
8. Keeps the Management Team and colleagues informed of developments relevant to the area of responsibility.
Education:
1. Supervises students and trainees on placement.
- Assists in the teaching and in-service training of staff.
- Is conversant with current trends in clinical practice.
- Participates and accepts delegated responsibility in research and clinical audit as required.
- Attends courses or training sessions relevant to the updating of knowledge and experience.
Personnel:
1. Promotes an understanding of mental health and well being.
- Ensures health and safety regulations are observed.
- Attends mandatory training sessions as directed by the Trust.
- Participates in the values based induction and the annual appraisal process.
- Attends team meetings.
- Supports the Trusts commitment to a healthy work-life balance.
Trust Values:
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respect at all time. The post holder must at all times act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
We put the person first and in the centre
We know that families and carers matter
We are respectful, honest, open and transparent
We improve and aim to be outstanding
We are relevant today and ready for tomorrow
Safeguarding:
Report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of children, adults service users, members of their families etc, in accordance with Trust Policy.
Prevent and respond appropriately to abuse and understand own role in this by undertaking Safeguarding training.
Trust policies and commitments to be read in line with the relevant Trust Policy:
All staff employed by the Trust must comply with the Trusts policies and procedures, undertake appropriate training required for their role and commit to:
ensure they are aware of the Whistleblowing Policy and how they raise concerns;
maintain confidentiality, in line with the Trusts Confidentiality Policy and Code of Conduct;
understand their personal responsibilities with regards to data quality for any information which they create, use or process in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and Trust Data Protection policy;
comply with the provisions of The Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Protocol. Ensuring their own safety and that of colleagues, service users and visitors. Know the action to be taken in the event of a fire and must undertake fire training annually;
receive supervision in line with the Trusts Supervision Policy and an annual Appraisal in line with the Trusts Appraisal Policy, during which mandatory, role specific and personal development needs should be identified and agreed;
understand their responsibilities under the Trusts Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy and ensure that they adhere to the provisions of the policy;
recognise, respect and support the equality diversity of staff, colleagues, service users, carers and the public. Contribute to a working environment which promotes and responds positively to difference and diversity;
ensure they carry out their duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 years, as issued under Section 11 of The Children Act 2004, by being familiar with and adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and participating in relevant training;
comply with their professional responsibilities to develop their practice and deliver care through a Clinical Governance framework (i.e. CPD, Audit, Supervision);
demonstrate, through practice and practical understanding, the importance of the continual development of individual, team and service wide quality improvement;
abide by relevant codes of professional practice, with the organisation taking action when codes of conduct are breached;
work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/organisation, whilst working within a culture of progressive employment practices and commitment to the Investors in People (IiP) Standards.
adhere to the Trusts smoke free policies, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust grounds;
being socially responsible by complying with measures that support the Trust in reducing or offsetting our environmental impact;
Identify and report risks, hazards, incidents, accidents and near misses promply;
In addition to the Trusts own responsibilities under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections and related guidance, for your safety, ALL staff (and contractors) are responsible for ensuring their work adheres to this Code in the delivery of safe patient care.
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the band as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills.
- Risk assessment and risk management.
- Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Time management.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, resourcefulness.
- A willingness to work flexibility to meet the needs of service users and the team including extended hours.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- Professional attitude.
- Leadership skills.
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN Current NMC registration.
- Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current Social Work England/HCPC registration.
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within a mental health setting.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems.
- Experience of supporting/mentoring and supervising colleagues/students/trainees.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic techniques.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
- Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand.
- Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals e.g. practitioners within long term conditions, primary care.
- Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs.
Desirable
- Experience of working holistically with Adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impact on wellbeing.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act and Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers.
- Can evidence awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Ability to act up in the absence of the team leader.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Experience of carer services/ issues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
- Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder.
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills.
- Risk assessment and risk management.
- Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Time management.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, resourcefulness.
- A willingness to work flexibility to meet the needs of service users and the team including extended hours.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- Professional attitude.
- Leadership skills.
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN Current NMC registration.
- Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current Social Work England/HCPC registration.
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within a mental health setting.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems.
- Experience of supporting/mentoring and supervising colleagues/students/trainees.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic techniques.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
- Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand.
- Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals e.g. practitioners within long term conditions, primary care.
- Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs.
Desirable
- Experience of working holistically with Adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impact on wellbeing.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act and Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers.
- Can evidence awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Ability to act up in the absence of the team leader.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Experience of carer services/ issues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
- Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Lundwood Health Centre
Littleworth Lane, Lundwood
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S71 5RG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Lundwood Health Centre
Littleworth Lane, Lundwood
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S71 5RG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Administration Assistant
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Posted 25 day(s) ago
Reference: 263-SCG26-107-AD
Job summary
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to join our busy reception administration team within Northumberland Recovery Partnership (NRP) and North Tyneside Recovery Partnership (NTRP), in Ashington, Blyth and Wallsend respectively.
NRP and NTRP, in partnership with Waythrough, covers all drug and alcohol services within Northumberland and North Tyneside and is an ageless service.Our vision is to improve the well-being of everyone we serve, delivering services that match the best in the world, ensuring that we help those most in need in our community to make positive and lasting changes by identifying steps they have to take and then support them to lead a fulfilling life.
The administration team supports clinical colleagues to deliver this service.
The administration team consists of an Admin Team Lead, Administration Officers and Administration Assistants.
The full-time role is Monday to Friday and you will work on a rota to provide cover from 8.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. There is also 1 late clinic a week which is covered on a rota basis
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role will be:
- meeting and welcoming clients to Greenacres in Ashington, Sextant House in Blyth and The Forum in Wallsend
- Receiving client telephone calls and answering queries
- Liaise with clinical colleagues on telephone calls and queries relating to clients
- Monitoring inboxes and actioning queries with guidance from the Admin Team Lead
- Managing incoming and outgoing post in line with service requirements and Trust policies
You should have excellent communication, customer service and organisational skills as you will have to interact with a variety of people. Resilience is also required due to the nature of the service.
The ideal candidate should have excellent communication, customer service and organisational skills, as well as a working knowledge of office procedures including IT skills.
You should currently hold the required level of qualifications, as outlined in the Essential Criteria of the Personal Specification. If you do not meet this criteria you may not be shortlisted.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
263-SCG26-107-AD
Job locations
Greenacres
Green Lane
Ashington
NE63 8BL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 8th September 2026
Closing date : 22nd September 2026
We welcome your application.
Please note - this vacancy may close early once a suitable number of applications are received
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 8th September 2026
Closing date : 22nd September 2026
We welcome your application.
Please note - this vacancy may close early once a suitable number of applications are received
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- OCR/RSA Level 2 Typing/Word processing qualification (or equivalent) and/or relevant demonstrable experience
- Good general level of education to O-Level/ GCSE or equivalent in English Language
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration.
- NVQ Level 2 in Customer Service.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point
- Able to input data accurately and efficiently
- Ability to maintain and update Patient Information Database(s)
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
- Good working knowledge of office procedures ideally in an NHS environment
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an administration role
- Ability to uphold confidentiality at all times
- Able to prioritise and plan own workload
- Experience of working with paper-based and electronic filing systems
- Calm and resilient and able to maintain professionalism
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- OCR/RSA Level 2 Typing/Word processing qualification (or equivalent) and/or relevant demonstrable experience
- Good general level of education to O-Level/ GCSE or equivalent in English Language
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration.
- NVQ Level 2 in Customer Service.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point
- Able to input data accurately and efficiently
- Ability to maintain and update Patient Information Database(s)
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
- Good working knowledge of office procedures ideally in an NHS environment
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an administration role
- Ability to uphold confidentiality at all times
- Able to prioritise and plan own workload
- Experience of working with paper-based and electronic filing systems
- Calm and resilient and able to maintain professionalism
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Greenacres
Green Lane
Ashington
NE63 8BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Greenacres
Green Lane
Ashington
NE63 8BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: B0061-26-0047
Job summary
Location:Across our North and West Cumbria sites (Carlisle, Barrow-in-Furness, Whitehaven, Workington, Kendal & Penrith)
Working Hours:37 Hours (Monday to Friday, 09:1517:15)
Main duties of the job
Deliver nurse-led clinics across North and West Cumbria
Complete and document comprehensive healthcare and alcohol assessments.
Accurately record all activity on the electronic record system.
Provide health promotion, harm reduction advice and brief interventions.
Work collaboratively with internal teams and external health partners.
Maintain professional standards in line with NMC and organisational policies.
About us
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, weve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services and its all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job its a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
Details
Date posted
28 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£40,266 to £54,478 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
B0061-26-0047
Job locations
Recovery Steps
1st Floor, Stocklund House
Castle Street
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 8SY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Recovery Steps - Cumbria is looking for a dedicated Health and Wellbeing Nurse to deliver high-quality, nurse-led care to individuals affected by substance use.
You will play a key role in completing comprehensive health and alcohol assessments, supporting harm reduction and promoting improved health and wellbeing outcomes as part of a multidisciplinary recovery service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Recovery Steps - Cumbria is looking for a dedicated Health and Wellbeing Nurse to deliver high-quality, nurse-led care to individuals affected by substance use.
You will play a key role in completing comprehensive health and alcohol assessments, supporting harm reduction and promoting improved health and wellbeing outcomes as part of a multidisciplinary recovery service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- You will have an interest in bridging the gap between health and equality.
- You will have a strong interest in working with vulnerable people.
- Registered Nurse: You are a dedicated and registered nurse, either as a general nurse or psychiatric nurse, with the qualifications and commitment to provide exceptional care.
- Clinical Expertise: You have experience in assessing clients to meet healthcare, clinical, and psychosocial needs, including addressing issues related to Blood-Borne Viruses (BBV). Your clinical knowledge is a foundation for providing high-quality care.
- Health Promotion and Harm Reduction: You bring experience in health promotion and harm reduction interventions. Your ability to provide advice and information plays a crucial role in supporting individuals on their journey to recovery.
- Driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferable due to working across various sites.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- You will have an interest in bridging the gap between health and equality.
- You will have a strong interest in working with vulnerable people.
- Registered Nurse: You are a dedicated and registered nurse, either as a general nurse or psychiatric nurse, with the qualifications and commitment to provide exceptional care.
- Clinical Expertise: You have experience in assessing clients to meet healthcare, clinical, and psychosocial needs, including addressing issues related to Blood-Borne Viruses (BBV). Your clinical knowledge is a foundation for providing high-quality care.
- Health Promotion and Harm Reduction: You bring experience in health promotion and harm reduction interventions. Your ability to provide advice and information plays a crucial role in supporting individuals on their journey to recovery.
- Driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferable due to working across various sites.
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
Waythrough
Address
Recovery Steps
1st Floor, Stocklund House
Castle Street
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 8SY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Waythrough
Address
Recovery Steps
1st Floor, Stocklund House
Castle Street
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 8SY
United Kingdom
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