Camhs Practitioner - Spoa

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is advertising a Band 6 post within CAMHS' single point of access. The role involves frontline response to referrals, information and advice, and working across education, primary care, statutory and third sector partners to provide timely mental health support for children and families.

The post offers opportunities to influence service transformation, contribute to improved service delivery and develop skills in mental health

Qualifications

• Core professional qualification in a health or social care field such as nursing or social work.
• Desirable: additional formal qualification in a recognised therapeutic approach.
• Essential experience: significant work with children, young people and families in health or social care.
• Registration: UK professional registration; DBS checks required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mental health assessments and evidence-based interventions for children and young people.
• Engage with a wide range of children, young people, families and professionals to meet diverse needs.
• Work flexibly across the service areas within CAMHS Single Point of Access.
• Contribute to transformation and improvement of the service model.

Education

Core professional qualification in a health or social care field such as nursing or social work

Additional formal qualification in a recognised therapeutic approach

Job description

Job summary

East CAMHS have an opportunity to expand our current Single Point of Access team for the service. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the front door of children's mental health services, responding to requests for support, information and advice from our referring community. This extends across a broad range of services including education, primary health care, statutory and third sector providers.

In addition, as the service is in a period of transformation and improvement, you will have the opportunity to contribute towards enhancing the service model which will ensure children, young people and their families will have access to appropriate service provision according to their needs.

The ideal candidate would have substantial post qualifying work experience.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for practitioners who can work flexibly across the different areas of the service with the enthusiasm needed to engage a wide range of children, young people, their families and other professionals in meeting their diverse needs. You must be a registered professional with a relevant governing body (NMC, Social Care Wales or health professionals council) and be able to deliver mental health assessments (compliant with The Mental Health Measure Wales 2010) and evidence based interventions for children and young people.

Experience of working in the community with children and young people/adults who are displaying a range of risk type behaviours, complex mental health needs and complex family situations would be an advantage.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details

Date posted: 28 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £40,559 to £48,841 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 050-NMR654-1026
Job locations: Wrexham Child Health Centre, Croesnewydd Road, Wrexham, LL13 7TD, United Kingdom

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Core professional qualification in a health or social care field such as nursing or social work

Desirable

• Additional formal qualification in a recognised therapeutic approach

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working with children, young people and families in a health or social care environment

Desirable

• Able to use formal assessment tools / clinical interviews

Knowledge

Essential

• Good Knowledge of mental health problems and disorders

Desirable

• Understanding of service structures and inter-agency 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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name: Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address: Wrexham Child Health Centre, Croesnewydd Road, Wrexham, LL13 7TD, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/

For questions about the job, contact:

CAMHS Admin Manager, Gemma Lamberton, [e-mail]

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