Healthy Minds Practitioner

NHS Jobs; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

28 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Auto-enrolment pension

Enhanced leave policies

Supervision and development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Northpoint in Leeds is seeking a Healthy Minds Practitioner to join our mental wellbeing team on a fixed-term (7 months) maternity cover basis. The role is full-time (35 hours per week) with a Band 5 salary of £32,073 per annum, pro rata.

The post offers hybrid working options and standard hours, with occasional extended cover from 12:00 to 20:00 to support service delivery. You will triage referrals, support patients, and contribute to a collaborative, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Professional therapeutic qualification or degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of two years' experience delivering mental health interventions.
• Understanding of common mental health problems.

Responsibilities

• Accept and record referrals using the patient management system, including assessments and outcomes.
• Identify and manage cases with complex needs, triaging referrals and signposting to appropriate support.
• Manage a full caseload and meet activity targets while ensuring accessible treatment delivery.
• Ensure patient confidentiality in line with policies.

Skills

Organised

Teamwork

Communication

Independence

Education

Therapeutic qualification or degree (Social Work, Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy)

Tools

SystemOne/EMIS

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting people to make a real difference to mental wellbeing support across Leeds? This is a great opportunity to join Northpoint as a Healthy Minds Practitioner. You will join us on a fixed-term (7 months maternity cover), full-time (35 hours per week) basis on a salary of £32,073 per annum, pro rata – Agenda for Change Band 5. The role is primarily worked during standard business hours; however, occasional extended access cover will be required, with shifts between 12:00pm and 8:00pm to support service delivery. Advance notice will be provided wherever possible.

We offer

• 35 hours full-time working week with hybrid options - giving you flexibility to balance work and home life
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Enhanced leave policies that support you when it matters most
• Regular supervision and development opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive and values-led working environment

What you will be doing as our Healthy Minds Practitioner

You will be a key part of ensuring patient referrals are triaged to the most appropriate service for support, and engagement. You will be assisting patients to improve their wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Accepting and recording referrals using the patient management system (SystemOne/EMIS), including assessments and outcomes.
• Identifying and managing cases where complex needs are present, including triaging referrals and signposting to appropriate mental health and crisis support.
• Managing a full caseload and reach agreed activity levels set within the service and ensuring treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.
• Ensuring patient confidentiality is protected at all times, in line with Northpoint and GP practice/s policies.

What are we looking for in our ideal Healthy Minds Practitioner?

• Organised, reliable and enjoys working in a varied, people-facing role.
• A professional therapeutic qualification or degree (such as Social Work, Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy, or similar allied health profession).
• A minimum of two years' experience of delivering mental health interventions.
• A good understanding of common mental health problems.
• Confidence in working both independently and as part of a wider team.
• A commitment to inclusivity, empowerment, and supporting people to take an active role in their wellbeing.

We aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working opportunities. We recognise the value of using digital tools to optimise our work. You can use AI to support your application, but please make sure it reflects your own individuality, experience, and approach. Please note, we review applications regularly and may close adverts early if we receive a high level of interest or find a suitable candidate.

If you require any support or adjustments to access any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail] to discuss how we can support you.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and we expect all of our staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Adults workforce DBS check.

Closing date: Sunday 15 November 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 02 December 2026

£28,138.50 - £30,205.50 Per Annum Dependant on Experience

£28,138.50 - £30,205.50 Per Annum Dependant on Experience