Senior Mental Health Practitioner (CAMHS)

Sanctuary Personnel; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locum flexibility

Professional development

Diverse exposure

Multidisciplinary support

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is currently seeking a Band 6/7 Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our CAMHS team in Aylesbury. This full-time post offers a flexibly contracted schedule with a shift rota between 8 am and 8 pm across a 7-day week, including on-call cover.

You will deliver needs-led psychosocial assessments and short-term interventions for children and adolescents, coordinate care with partners, and supervise junior staff within a multidisciplinary framework.

Qualifications

• Post-registration experience and team leadership experience required.
• Proficient in Moving & Handling, BLS, and SystmOne.
• Strong skills in assessment, treatment, and discharge planning.
• Degree in Mental Health Nursing and NMC Registration required.
• Experience working as a Mental Health Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a needs-led service within a multi-disciplinary team with 8:00–20:00 shift rota and on-call cover.
• Provide psychosocial assessment and short-term treatment for children and adolescents.
• Develop flexible emergency and crisis response processes.
• Act as Clinical Care Coordinator for caseload, CPA, crisis and risk assessments.
• Implement and coordinate evidence-based interventions for young people and families.
• Establish networks with agencies including police, addiction services and YOS.
• Contribute to multi-agency care packages and manage high-risk cases.
• Maintain up-to-date records and participate in supervision.
• Participate in service meetings and liaise with leaders.
• Support and supervise junior staff and mentor students.

Skills

Team leadership

Assessment

Discharge planning

Care coordination

Mental health nursing

Education

Degree in Mental Health Nursing

NMC Registration

Tools

Moving & Handling

BLS

SystmOne

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 or 7 Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) team in Aylesbury. You could be earning up to £26 per hour in Band 6 or up to £29.50 per hour in Band 7 on a full-time basis. The contract duration is to be confirmed, offering flexibility in this pivotal role.

With the charm of the Buckinghamshire countryside at your doorstep, Aylesbury offers an incredible work-life balance. From serene walks to charming local markets, you’ll find a vibrant community and a welcoming atmosphere that makes it a great place to call home.

Perks and benefits

• Attractive pay rates with the flexibility of a locum position, giving you control over your schedule.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and development with access to various professional courses and training.
• Diverse work environment where you interact with a wide range of agencies, broadening your professional scope and exposure.
• Comprehensive support from a multidisciplinary team committed to personal and professional growth.
• Free parking on-site for ease of commute, making life just that bit smoother.

What you will do

• Deliver a quality needs-led service as part of the multi-disciplinary team. This includes flexible working across a 7-day week on a shift rota between 8 am and 8 pm, as well as participating in on-call cover.
• Provide prompt psychosocial assessment and treatment to children and adolescents requiring short-term support, helping avoid hospital admissions.
• Contribute to the development of flexible emergency and crisis response processes.
• Act as Clinical Care Coordinator for an agreed caseload, managing CPA, crisis, and risk assessments.
• Implement and coordinate a range of evidence-based interventions for young people and their families/carers.
• Establish strong working networks with various agencies including the police, addiction services, adoption services, YOS, and voluntary sector providers.
• Contribute to multi-agency care packages and manage high-risk cases.
• Maintain clear, up-to-date, and accurate records.
• Engage in reflecting on your practice through regular clinical supervision.
• Participate in service provision meetings and liaise with the Operational Lead and Deputy.
• Support and supervise junior staff and mentor students.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of post-registration experience and recent team lead experience.
• Proficient in systems such as Moving & Handling, BLS, and SystmOne.
• Strong skills in assessment, treatment, and discharge planning.
• Degree or equivalent in Mental Health Nursing and NMC Registration required.
• Experience working as a Mental Health Nurse.

Aylesbury combines the best of both worlds: a gateway to London and Oxford, while nestled in the tranquillity of the countryside. Its excellent amenities, schools, and healthcare services make it a great location for both work and family life. Embark on this career journey in a place where tradition meets opportunity.