Mindfulness-Based Advanced Practitioner | Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Plumbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare provider in Plumbridge is seeking an autonomous practitioner to coordinate and deliver Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) programs. The role includes developing clinical wellbeing, providing training to staff, and engaging in service evaluations. Applicants are required to have a full UK driving licence. This position promotes equal opportunities and encourages applications from diverse communities.

Benefits

Employee-led staff networks

Health and wellbeing investments

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required.
• Experience in providing mindfulness-based interventions.
• Ability to supervise clinical staff and assess competency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of MBCT groups within the service.
• Develop and monitor clinical and staff wellbeing aspects.
• Engage in audit, research, and service evaluation initiatives.

Job description

To work as an autonomous practitioner, and to coordinate the delivery of a programme of MBCT groups within the service, developing and monitoring clinical and staff wellbeing aspects of the service. This will entail processing referrals, screening individuals as to the suitability of MBCT, considering risk issues and tailoring advice according to their presentation under the clinical supervision of the Clinical Lead.

To support the development of a supervised MBCT training pathway for staff within the Trust: providing training; supervision/mentorship; and assessing competency to adhere with national standards and guidelines.

To engage in audit, research and service evaluation initiatives to evaluate the quality and effectiveness of MBCT service provision.

A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however, reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

The post-holder will provide mindfulness-based interventions to patients and staff within Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment.

The post-holder will provide MBCT courses, workshops and training to staff in NHC. This will also involve supporting staff to deliver MBCT to patients within their clinical services. The role will further include providing supervision to clinical staff.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. As a Disability Confident employer, we will offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job.

Important Information

Please note that this post does not meet the pay or skill level required for a Skilled worker visa.

Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, and invest significantly in the health and wellbeing of our colleagues.

To provide specialised advice on Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and its provision across the Trust to promote safe and effective working practice.