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Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Mental Health Practitioner (MHP) to join theWest Central Manchester PCN Primary Care Network (PCN). This role is open to Registered Mental Health Nurses, Occupational Therapists and Social Workers. The post will operate from GP surgeries in Chorlton, Whalley Range and Fallowfield.

TheSenior MHPwillinterface with/access support from Manchester's mental health system, Primary Care services, Neighbourhood Teams,Social Care teams and VCSE organisationsto strengthen the care/support being offered.The Senior MHP will be a conduit between PrimaryCare, Secondary Care and other agencies ensuring introductions and smooth seamless journeys for people who use the service.

Main duties of the job

Senior Mental Health Practitioners conduct biopsychosocial assessments & Initial Conversations with people presenting with mental health difficulties, social care needs & risk issues at a primary care level. The aim is to promote recovery & help people maintain their lives within their community environment.

The post holder will also:

Offer advice and guidance to service users, the primary care team, secondary care teams and broader community services.

Support and advocate the needs of people they are working with, particularly in relation to access of services.

Work closely with GPs and primary care teams to develop a responsive and effective mental health offer in the Primary Care Network.

Assess, create safety plans and respond to presenting risk appropriately, in line with professional training, Trust policy and NICE guidance.

Provide appropriate clinical leadership within the PCN.

Key Requirements of the Person Specification: Applicants must possess RMN / RNMH / Social Worker / OT or equivalent.

Completion of Preparation for Mentorship / Practice Teacher/, is desirable together with relevant and significant post-registration qualifications and experience.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Details Date posted

28 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

437-7252346-A

Job locations

Central West Manchester Primary Care (Chorlton, Whalley Range, Fallowfield)

Manchester

M21 9UN

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for full outline of roles and responsibilities. Please ensure you meet all the essential criteria of the 'Person Specification' as your application will be shortlisted against this.

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for full outline of roles and responsibilities. Please ensure you meet all the essential criteria of the 'Person Specification' as your application will be shortlisted against this.

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Person Specification Experience Essential

• oA Qualified and registered Nurse/RMN/AHP/Social Worker/Occupational Therapist.
• oExperience of working in mental health inpatient or community services

Knowledge Essential

• oEvidence an in depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based health care
• oAssess and risk assess patients and plan onward care
• oUnderstand the nature of working in a Primary Care Setting
• oEffective communication with service users, carers and members of multi-disciplinary teams and key stakeholders

Mandatory Essential

• oUnderstand the need to safeguard children and vulnerable adults.
• oCarry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with Equal Opportunities, equality diversity and dignity in care and work policies and principles.

Person Specification Experience Essential

• oA Qualified and registered Nurse/RMN/AHP/Social Worker/Occupational Therapist.
• oExperience of working in mental health inpatient or community services

Knowledge Essential

• oEvidence an in depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based health care
• oAssess and risk assess patients and plan onward care
• oUnderstand the nature of working in a Primary Care Setting
• oEffective communication with service users, carers and members of multi-disciplinary teams and key stakeholders

Mandatory Essential

• oUnderstand the need to safeguard children and vulnerable adults.
• oCarry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with Equal Opportunities, equality diversity and dignity in care and work policies and principles.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Address

Central West Manchester Primary Care (Chorlton, Whalley Range, Fallowfield)

Manchester

M21 9UN

Employer's website

https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Address

Central West Manchester Primary Care (Chorlton, Whalley Range, Fallowfield)

Manchester

M21 9UN

Employer's website

https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)