Local Primary Mental Health Practitioner

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Porthmadog; Sur place; GBP 41 000 - 49 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is seeking an experienced practitioner to join the Primary Mental Health Services in the West area. You will work in a busy, supportive team, handling referrals from GPs and delivering short-term interventions for patients with mild to moderate mental health issues.

The role requires multi-disciplinary collaboration, strong communication, and sound risk and care planning.

Qualifications

• Essential: NMC/HCPC/registration and up-to-date knowledge of Mental Health Act and risk management.
• Desirable: Diploma or degree in relevant clinical/professional subject.
• Post-registration experience at Band 5 or above; postgraduate level experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provide initial mental health assessments in line with BCUHB procedures.
• Offer time-limited interventions for mild to moderate mental health problems.
• Act as the first point of contact for GPs and signpost to appropriate services; manage therapeutic interventions and risk.

Connaissances

Excellent communication

ACEIII/Risk assessment

Counselling skills

Teamwork

Autonomy

Clinical governance

Formation

NMC registered Nurse (Part 3/Part 13)

Diploma or degree in clinical/professional subject

Description du poste

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen in Primary Mental Health Services for an experienced, motivated and forward thinking practitioner to join a busy supportive team based in the West area.

Applicants with a professional registration in occupational therapy, social work and nursing are welcome to apply.

Position has arisen with the South Community Mental Health teams at an exciting time where services are under review and development in order to meet the changing needs of both patients and carers.

The successful candidate whilst working closely with a multi-disciplinary team, will receive referrals directly from GPs and provide short term interventions for individuals with mild to moderate illness and will work closely with colleagues from secondary care and specialist services as well as third sector organizations and statutory agencies.

The successful candidates will manage a caseload of patients with whom they will work alongside to formulate risk management plans and care planning based on robust assessment of need.

We are looking for a good team player who has excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritize and manage their time effectively.

Main duties of the job

• Provide initial mental health assessments in line with the agreed BCUHB assessment procedures for the LPMHSS.
• Provide time-limited interventions in the primary care settings for patients with mild to moderate mental health problems.
• Act as the first point of contact for GPs, to offer advice and support and signposting on to appropriate agencies. Manage their own therapeutic care/interventions within the clinical environment and be accountable for the quality of care they deliver within the clinical area that he or she is responsible for.

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.

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-NMR648-1026

Closing date: 11 November 2026

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• NMC registered Nurse (Part 3 or Part 13), social care Wales or HCPC. Up to date working knowledge of the Mental Health Act (1983). Up to date working knowledge of the Mental Health Wales Measure 2010. Knowledge of and application of Clinical Governance. Evidence of continuing professional development. Up to date knowledge and application of consent, data protection, patient confidentiality and risk management with health and safety issues. Knowledge of national strategies related to sphere of nursing. Knowledge of Information, technology and application.

Desirable

• Evidence of further relevant professional development. Diploma or degree in relevant clinical/professional subject.

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience at Band 5 or above. Post registration experience required at postgraduate level.

Desirable

• Experience within relevant and varied clinical areas.

Attitude and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent communication skills. Enhanced assessment skills e.g. ACEIII, GDS, Risk assessing. Counselling skills. Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. Able to work autonomously. Participate in Clinical.

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh. Research skills. Audit skills. Evidence of people management and leadership skills. Demonstrate the ability to care and.

Values

Essential

• Be a team player. Be industrious, motivated and with flexible approach.

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel in a timely manner.

Desirable

• Act as a positive role model by influencing others and sharing skills and knowledge. Ability to speak Welsh.

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 the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name: Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address: Alltwen Community Mental Health Team, Alltwen Hospital, Tremadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9AQ, United Kingdom

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: Gwynedd Primary Mental Health Manager, Trina Rees, [e-mail], 03000840306

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