Locum Band 6 Community Mental Health Practitioner (RMN, SW or OT)

TieTalent; Preston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Band 6 Community Mental Health Practitioner for a locum position in Preston. The role involves managing a caseload of adults with complex mental health needs, providing assessment and therapeutic interventions. Applicants must be registered mental health nurses, social workers, or occupational therapists with relevant experience. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and requires a full UK driving license for community visits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months’ post-qualification experience in community mental health services.
• Knowledge of relevant mental health legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a defined caseload, providing recovery-focused care coordination.
• Undertake comprehensive mental health and risk assessments.
• Develop and review individualised care plans.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Clinical Assessment

Education

NMC Registration as a Mental Health Nurse

Social Work England Registration as a Social Worker

HCPC Registration as an Occupational Therapist

Tools

Electronic Patient Records

Job description

Locum Band 6 Community Mental Health Practitioner (RMN, SW or OT)

We are currently recruiting for a skilled and compassionate Band 6 Community Mental Health Practitioner to join an Adult Community Mental Health Team on a locum basis. This post is open to Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs), Qualified Social Workers, or Occupational Therapists with relevant experience in community mental health.

Location: Preston, Lancashire

Contract Type: Locum – Full-Time, Mon-Fri 9-5

Hourly Rate: £26+

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Length: 3 – 6 months (with possible extension)

Role Overview

The successful candidate will manage a caseload of adults with complex and enduring mental health needs, providing assessment, care coordination, and therapeutic interventions as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage a defined caseload, providing recovery-focused care coordination under the CPA framework
2. Undertake comprehensive mental health and risk assessments
3. Develop and review individualised care plans in collaboration with service users and carers
4. Deliver evidence-based interventions and monitor treatment effectiveness
5. Liaise with GPs, acute services, social care, and voluntary organisations
6. Participate in regular MDT meetings, supervision, and service development
7. Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with trust policies

Requirements

• NMC registration as a Mental Health Nurse (RMN), Social Work England registration as a Social Worker, or HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Minimum of 12 months’ post-qualification experience in community mental health services
• Knowledge of relevant mental health legislation (e.g., MHA, MCA, safeguarding)
• Excellent clinical assessment, communication, and organisational skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (community visits required)
• Enhanced DBS check (mandatory)

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience using electronic patient records (e.g., RiO or SystmOne)
• Training in psychosocial interventions or CBT approaches
• Familiarity with trauma-informed or recovery-oriented care models