Wellbeing Team Lead: Mental Health Support

South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust; Crawley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health service in Crawley is seeking a mental health support professional for a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves assessing and managing employee referrals for psychological support while maintaining relationships with external partners. Ideal candidates will possess specialist knowledge in mental health assessment and have excellent interpersonal skills. This position offers opportunities for professional development and access to NHS benefits, including holidays and pension schemes.

Benefits

NHS pension scheme

27+ days holiday per year

Professional development opportunities

Salary sacrifice schemes

Access to occupational health services

Qualifications

• Specialist knowledge and experience in mental health assessment and trauma.
• Ability to complete risk assessments and signpost to relevant pathways.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence supporting colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assess, triage, and manage referrals in mental health services.
• Provide ongoing clinical support and signpost to external services.
• Maintain accurate clinical records according to standards.

Skills

Mental health assessment

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Report writing

Stakeholder management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A public health service in Crawley is seeking a mental health support professional for a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves assessing and managing employee referrals for psychological support while maintaining relationships with external partners. Ideal candidates will possess specialist knowledge in mental health assessment and have excellent interpersonal skills. This position offers opportunities for professional development and access to NHS benefits, including holidays and pension schemes.