Mental Health Practitioner

Transformationunitgm; Horsham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK is seeking B6 Mental Health Practitioners to join their multidisciplinary CAMHS team. The role involves assessing and treating children with mental illness, ensuring patient-centered care, and collaborating with external agencies. Successful candidates will benefit from flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Fully funded lifelong learning opportunities

£2,000 Golden Hello or Relocation Incentive

Qualifications

• Registered professional qualification in nursing, social work, or occupational therapy.
• Evidence of CPD and professional portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments and provide direct interventions.
• Participate in case formulation and group interventions.

Skills

Compassion

Accountability

Optimism

Education

Registered professional qualification

Post-basic courses/study days

Job description

We're looking for people who share our values (compassion, accountability, and optimism) to help us provide high-quality care to patients, carers, families, and local communities. We specialise in NHS mental health and learning disability services.

What we offer

We are an organisation that puts people first. We are committed to helping you feel respected, valued, and included. We support your learning, skill acquisition, and career development, and encourage your ideas for service improvement.

Joining Sussex Partnership means being part of a health and care system dedicated to working collaboratively for our communities. Above all, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, carers, and families.

We offer fully funded lifelong learning opportunities, including apprenticeships from GCSE to Masters level. Ask us about these during your interview.

Job overview

There are 2 full-time vacancies available.

As a B6 Mental Health Practitioner, you will hold a professional qualification in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, or another discipline registered with a recognised regulatory body.

You will work within a CAMHS multidisciplinary community team, providing assessment and treatment for children with moderate to severe mental illness.

You will contribute to formulation and care planning for children and families, and lead cases requiring complex multi-agency involvement.

This role offers a £2,000 Golden Hello or Relocation Incentive for Band 6 Nurses & Practitioners, subject to terms and conditions.

Main duties

This is a fast-paced, key role in a busy community CAMHS team. Responsibilities include conducting initial assessments, managing safeguarding and risk, and delivering patient-centred care. You will handle a diverse caseload, coordinate with external agencies, and co-facilitate group interventions.

Working for us

We support flexible working arrangements. If you wish to work different hours or in a different way, contact us to discuss options.

Consider living and working in West Sussex, with its scenic coastlines, countryside, and excellent transport links including Gatwick, Heathrow, and London.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments
• Provide direct interventions
• Participate in case formulation and group interventions
• Represent CAMHS in professional forums and networks
• Work within legal and policy frameworks

See the attached detailed job description for more information.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Registered professional qualification (NMC, HPC, or Social Work England)
• Post-basic courses/study days
• Evidence of CPD and professional portfolio

Experience

• Experience working with individuals with mental health issues
• Understanding of clinical governance
• Previous experience in a similar role

We value diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented communities, including Black, Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates.

If shortlisted, we will contact you; if not, please assume unsuccessful after three weeks of the closing date. We may close the vacancy early if there are many applicants.

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff must familiarize themselves with relevant policies and undertake appropriate training.

Salary offers are typically at the bottom of the salary range, but NHS experience may influence the starting salary.

Additional information

This post requires UK professional registration and is subject to DBS disclosure and safeguarding checks.