MThrive Assistant Practitioner

MFT; Trafford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) invites applications for a M Thrive Hub assistant practitioner that will work within one of the three locality hubs in Manchester. You will help vulnerable young people, parents and carers access wellbeing services through supportive guidance and information.

You will engage in high level conversations, coordinate with local services, and promote positive outcomes for children, young people and families while reflecting the Trust's values and

Qualifications

• GCSE in Maths and English required.
• Further qualification in related subject preferred.
• Experience in working with children and with people in mental health or educational settings.
• Experience of mental health prevention and early intervention.
• Experience of audit.
• Experience of NHS and/or education.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Help M Thrive team navigate young people, parents and carers who have not been accepted by local emotional health and wellbeing services.
• Hold complex and high level conversations with young people and families to enable access to a community neighbourhood offer.
• Engage with families in sensitive conversations to promote engagement and manage expectations.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Time management

Education

GCSE in Maths and English

Further qualification in related subject

Tools

Databases

Software packages

Job description

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The Manchester (M) Thrive Hub is a single point of entry, a front door, to Manchester’s Emotional Well being Services. The M Thrive Hub assistant Practitioners will work within one of the three Manchester locality M Thrive Hubs (North, Central, South).

The M Thrive Hub assistant practitioner roles will include acting as enablers and systems supporters; providing advice, information and signposting to well-being services. The key aim of the M-Thrive strategy is to ensure that children, young people and carers are able to Thrive in their local communities.

M Thrive Hub assistant Practitioners will work to map and develop close working relationships with the whole range of local services in their area, this is to enable an integrated community response to meet the well-being needs of children, young people, families and carers . This will involve working along side all stake holders ,including children, young people and carers.

Main duties of the job

To help M Thrive team navigate young people, parent and carers who have not been accepted by your local emotional health and wellbeing services, but who need some wellbeing or support services.

To be able to hold complex and high level conversations with young people and families and have the ability to have a positive behaviour change with them in order for them to be able to access a community neighbourhood offer.

To have challenging conversations with young people and families that may arise from the referral being at the ‘wrong front door’, having to manage their expectations in a sensitive and hold potential contentious conversations, to engage them in a positive manner when the message needs to be understood and accepted to promote engagement.

Working for our organisation

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to shape your career.
With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.
Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.
At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.
At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you’re part of something bigger from day one.

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We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS : Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS : Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police that’s considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists : Includes all of the above, plus checks against the children’s and/or adults’ barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person specification

Qualifications

• GCSE in Maths and English
• Further qualification in related subject

Experience

• Experience in working with children and with people in mental health or educational settings
• Experience of mental health prevention and early intervention
• Experience of audit
• Experience of databases and software computer packages
• Experience of working in NHS and/or education

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Able to work to tight deadlines
• Ability to work with a diverse groups of people
• Good communication and social skills (oral and written)
• Ability to establish effective relationships with children and adults
• Good organisational and time management skills including the ability to prioritize work
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff across CAMHS
• A good team player
• An empathic and understanding nature

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.