Mental Health Practitioner

Integrated Care System; Norwich; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service in Norwich is looking for a Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner to join their Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders Intensive Treatment Team. This full-time role involves providing high-quality care to young patients with eating disorders, managing a caseload, and delivering structured treatment plans alongside a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must hold relevant mental health qualifications and demonstrate skills in care planning and risk assessment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge of mental health practice from previous experience.
• Experience working in the specific area.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver direct patient care with minimal supervision.
• Manage a caseload and deliver eating disorder interventions.
• Ensure mental health recording information is transferred appropriately.

Skills

Care planning and risk assessment skills

Education

Registered Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker

Recognised Leadership/Management training

Job description

We are delighted to be recruiting a Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner to join our Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders Intensive Treatment Team (EDITT). The role is offered on a full-time basis (37.5 hours per week) on a 6-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. The role may include some weekend virtual working. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a service which is regionally leading in Eating Disorders day treatment and is expanding its day and virtual intensive offer.

Main duties of the job

You will work as a member of the multidisciplinary team responsible for delivering high-quality care to young people and their families. This will predominantly be clinic-based, covering the day and virtual intensive programme, but interventions in the community or on acute wards may occasionally be required.

Applicants must demonstrate Trust values in delivering care. We seek qualities including dedication, focus, compassion, empathy, and sensitivity to individuals who may be distressed or challenging.

You will provide NICE concordant treatment to young people with eating disorders, often with co-morbidities, neurodiverse presentations, and complex needs. In collaboration with the team and parents/carers, you will deliver a structured treatment plan with appropriate therapeutic approaches. You will offer emotional and practical support during and around mealtimes, support parents during family meals, and promote dignity and self-esteem in patients. Flexibility, enthusiasm, and motivation are essential to work effectively with young people, their families, and the team.

About us

At NSFT, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly, and supportive team that values shared learning and development. We offer ongoing training and a nurturing environment where you can thrive.

Why work for us? Despite challenges, we have ambitious goals, exciting transformation projects, and need dedicated individuals to support our journey. Our strong professional networks and leadership team ensure you are well cared for and valued.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The area offers warm, welcoming communities, proximity to the coast and Broads National Park, and is just an hour and a half from London with an international airport in Norwich. The region boasts rich history, independent cafes, shops, theatres, excellent shopping, dining, top schools, and affordable housing.

Job responsibilities

The post holder will plan and deliver direct patient care with minimal supervision, ensuring continuity and working within a multidisciplinary and multi-agency environment.

Manage a caseload and deliver eating disorder interventions to children, young people, and their families.

Ensure all mental health recording information is transferred appropriately to other Trust teams or services when patients are transferred.

Maintain accuracy and quality of mental health records within the team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker with relevant registration
• Recognised Leadership/Management training

Experience

• Demonstrable knowledge of mental health practice from previous experience
• Experience working in the specific area

Skills

• Care planning and risk assessment skills

Other

• Ability and willingness to travel independently to meet service needs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required to verify any criminal convictions.

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per year, gross, pro-rata