Specialist Mental Health Practitioner/Non-medical prescriber - ADHD

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a dedicated nurse to join their Partnership team. This role involves conducting high-quality assessments and interventions for children and young people with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Candidates should be experienced in mental health, possess strong communication skills, and be comfortable in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and innovation in patient care.

Benefits

Supportive professional development

Collaborative work environment

Innovative patient care systems

Qualifications

• Qualified nurse with experience in mental health assessments.
• Ability to manage a caseload autonomously.
• Competent in delivering evidence-based interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality assessments and interventions for ADHD.
• Deliver prescribing clinics and medication management.
• Consult with schools and partner agencies.

Skills

Communication

Clinical knowledge

Autonomous practice

Assessment skills

Education

Non-Medical Prescriber qualification or willingness to train

Job description

We are seeking a nurse of any discipline to join our Partnership team with a focus on assessment, diagnosis and management of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

You will provide a range of high quality assessments and interventions appropriate to the child or young person's needs which will include; neuro-developmental assessment, computer based assessment, mental state assessment, risk assessment and management, family and social assessment, consultation, formulation and evidence based interventions.

The post holder will have a range of skills and knowledge base to deliver clinical aspects of the role in a multi-disciplinary team setting and will be competent to do this work as an autonomous practitioner within professional practice guidelines. The post holder will be a Non-Medical Prescriber or willing to complete the training to become a Non-Medical Prescriber.

You will offer assessment for complex mental health needs and levels of risk, including safeguarding and self-harm.

You will offer prescribing clinics, involving initiation and titration dependent upon qualifications and experience and alongside colleagues in the multi-disciplinary in the team.

You will be responsible for delivering evidence based and medication interventions in line with national guidance and care pathways.

You will manage your own caseload, providing a range of high quality care appropriate to the child or young person's needs which will include; mental state assessment, risk assessment and management, family and social assessment, consultation and interventions.

You must be confident and experienced in communication, due to the high level of liaison needed between CAMHS and other services and be willing to work flexibly in accordance with the needs of the young people.

You will offer consultation for schools and partner agencies.

You will provide advice via an allocated duty slot within the service.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.