Senior Mental Health Practitioner

Overview

In this role you will deliver comprehensive assessments and a range of interventions for individuals with severe mental health issues, within a multidisciplinary, recovery‑focused team. You will manage a caseload, support crises in the community, and contribute to an innovative All‑Age Neighbourhood Mental Health Team. The role combines independent work with collaborative care to improve community mental wellbeing. A driving licence and vehicle are required for community-based visits, with adjustments considered where needed. This is a permanent, full-time position at Band 6.

Pay / Benefits

• Band 6 pay (Agenda for Change)
• Permanent contract
• Full-time role
• 5% HCAS pay uplift (as applicable)
• NHS pension (typical)
• Career development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Lead professional responsibility for a defined group of service users
• Manage a defined caseload and conduct initial client assessments
• Support individuals experiencing mental health crises in the community
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and maintain high-quality service delivery
• Deliver low-intensity psychological interventions as training allows
• Engage in ongoing learning and professional development opportunities

Key requirements

• 2 years post-qualification experience with individuals with mental health needs
• NMC Registration
• UK professional registration
• Valid driving licence and unrestricted use of a car or motorcycle for work responsibilities (subject to adjustments)
• 12 months experience in a community mental health setting (Desirable)
• Supervision and group-work co-facilitation (Desirable)
• Diploma in psycho-social interventions or similar post-registration qualification (Desirable)

• Excellent communication
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to a high-quality, recovery-focused service
• Initial assessments for clients referred to the service
• Crisis support in the community
• Delivery of low-intensity psychological interventions (training opportunities)

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