Band 7 Specialist Mental Health Practitioner

Islettechnologies; Torquay; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Band 7 Specialist Mental Health Practitioner, supporting neurodiverse children and young people in Devon. This role involves conducting assessments, developing clinical interventions, and providing supervision within a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in mental health.

Qualifications

• Experience with children and young people's mental health.
• Training in evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
• Leadership and supervision training or willingness to develop.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality, specialist assessments.
• Develop evidence-based clinical interventions.
• Provide guidance and training to colleagues.

Skills

Collaborative working

Mental health assessments

Evidence-based interventions

Clinical supervision

Education

Degree and specialist training equivalent to Masters level

Registration with a recognized professional body

Job description

Band 7 Specialist Mental Health Practitioner

Join us as a Band 7 Specialist Mental Health Practitioner at Islet Systems.

Location: Torquay, TQ2 7BA & Dartington, TQ9 6JE

Salary: £46,418 to £52,809

Posted: 19th May 2025

Closing date: 3rd June 2025

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Band 7 Specialist Mental Health Practitioner to join our innovative, integrated Neurodiversity team. This role offers an opportunity to support our developing pathway model.

The Neurodiversity Pathway is a developing integrated pathway within CFHD, providing specialist assessment and intervention for children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions such as Autism Spectrum Condition, ADHD, Tics, and Tourette Syndrome. The team collaborates with multidisciplinary colleagues and partner agencies including pediatric teams and educational providers.

This position is based in our Torbay, South & West Devon locality.

Main duties of the job

• Contribute to the development of an innovative care pathway for neurodiverse children and young people.
• Conduct high-quality, specialist assessments to understand individual needs.
• Develop and contribute to evidence-based clinical interventions.
• Provide quality interventions to children, young people, and families.
• Offer clinical supervision to team members and foster a collaborative environment.
• Provide guidance, advice, and training to colleagues, families, and partner agencies.
• Stay informed about latest research and best practices in neurodiversity and mental health.
• Build strong links within the CFHD network and with external colleagues.

About Us

Children and Family Health Devon aims to improve the physical and mental health of children and young people across Devon and Torbay, reducing health inequalities and providing specialized support.

We value understanding, patience, respect, and a non-judgmental approach in our staff. Join us in beautiful Devon, with access to moors, sea, and vibrant towns and cities.

Person Specification

Experience (Essential)

• Experience working collaboratively with service users and families, using goal-based care and outcome measures.
• Experience in multidisciplinary team working and across agencies.
• Experience with children and young people's mental health, including risk assessments and complex needs.
• Experience in specialist mental health assessments and interventions.
• Experience in safeguarding children and young people.

Qualifications (Essential)

• Degree and specialist training or equivalent experience to Masters level in a relevant profession (e.g., Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy).
• Training in evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
• Registration with a recognized professional body (e.g., NMC, HCPC).
• Leadership and supervision training or willingness to develop these skills.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to travel across Devon.

Additional Information

This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. The employer is Devon Partnership NHS Trust, based in Torquay.