Senior Clinical Practitioner

Job Summary

Hi, my name is Joanne White, we have the rare opportunity of 2 Senior Clinical Practitioner 12 months fixed term posts. One full time and one part time to cover maternity leave and we would welcome applications from either Registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists or Social Workers.

The team provides support and treatment to service users in their own homes who are over the age of 65 and are experiencing the onset or relapse of severe mental distress.

If you are compassionate, enthusiastic, creative and have an interest or experience of older people with mental health conditions, where every day is different this may be the opportunity for you.

We are a dedicated and compassionate team who encourage and support each other to learn, develop and grow. In recent years staff have developed their skills within the team to become Non-Medical Prescribers and a Trauma Informed Personality Disorder Clinician

The service operates across 7 days a week between the hours of 8.00 am and 8.00pm you will be expected to work 11.5-hour shifts for 3 weeks of the month and 4 shifts for one week of the month {full time}.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK.

Visa sponsorship under the Health and Care Worker visa route can only be considered if the prorated salary meets the minimum threshold of £25,000, as required by the UK Visas and Immigration.

Main duties of the job

The successful practitioner will work within the remit of the band 6 Senior Clinical Practitioner job description.

You will be undertaking crisis assessments and formulating plans to support the service users to safely remain at home. You will require experience or understanding of positive risk taking and be able to complete documentation to support this. Where it is deemed unsafe to provide continued support at home you will be an integral part of acting as a gatekeeper for admissions to the ward.

A key element of your role will be your ability work both autonomously when making decisions in the community but also sharing knowledge of the whole team caseload with the multi-disciplinary team.

You will need to remain calm and resilient in a busy team demonstrating compassion in often highly stressful situations. Along side this you will be well supported by the leadership team and colleagues.

You will require an interest in Older Peoples needs and understand the need for a holistic approach to their care.

You will have strong and effective communication and engagement skills with service users, family, friends and carers.

Being a car driver is essential as the team covers a large geographical area.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

About Us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

30 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-W1472

Job locations

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF13SP

Job Description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

Has continuing responsibility for the provision of skilled interventions to people with mental health problems in the community. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as part of the Intensive Home Based Treatment Team and in the role of Senior Mental Health Practitioner for the Mental Health Liaison Service (if applicable to the business continuity of services).

Key Result Areas:

Management of team caseload in line with C.P.A. procedures and risk management protocols.

Provision of leadership to the Intensive Home Based Treatment Team in respect of psycho-social interventions to people and their carers in line with national and local practice standards e.g. NICE

Supervision and support of other team members.

Participation in service development and clinical governance structures.

Professional:

Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action. Advises and supports the person and carers to promote health and well-being and to prevent illness. Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be required. Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and community. Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with Enhanced team operational Policy and participates in the team 24 hour duty rota including on call system (if applicable to the business continuity of the service). Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements. Responsible for acting up in the absence of the team leader

For Full Job Description, Please See Attached Supporting Documents.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Professional:

Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action. Advises and supports the person and carers to promote health and well-being and to prevent illness. Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be required. Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and community. Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with Enhanced team operational Policy and participates in the team 24 hour duty rota including on call system (if applicable to the business continuity of the service). Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements. Responsible for acting up in the absence of the team leader

For Full Job Description, Please See Attached Supporting Documents.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

RMN Current NMC registration Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current Social Work England/HCPC registration Mentorship Practice Placement Educator

Experience

Essential

Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing complex mental health problems Experience of supporting and supervising colleagues/students/trainees Experience of using IT systems to support, record and monitor clinical activity Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic interventions Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals for e.g practitioners within long term conditions, primary care Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs Experience of working holistically with older adults in a bio psycho-social model of care with emphasis on physical ill health that impacts on mental wellbeing

Desirable

Experience of working in a crisis/resolution model.

Physical Attributes

Essential

Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Personal Attributes

Essential

Ability to work shifts covering a 24 hours/7 day week servicing including on-calls. (if applicable to the service) Time management Self-direction Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, flexible resourcefulness, adaptable Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) Autonomy Diplomacy Leadership skills

Training

Essential

Assessment and care planning skills Risk assessment and risk management Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

Successful completion of venepuncture course and able to demonstrate competence

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers Shows awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care. Ability to act up in the absence of the team manager Knowledge of using IT systems to record clinical activity Knowledge of audit processes Knowledge of carer services/ issues/

Desirable

Proven activity in audit Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder

Person Specification

Essential

RMN Current NMC registration Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current Social Work England/HCPC registration Mentorship Practice Placement Educator

Essential

Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing complex mental health problems Experience of supporting and supervising colleagues/students/trainees Experience of using IT systems to support, record and monitor clinical activity Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic interventions Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals for e.g practitioners within long term conditions, primary care Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs Experience of working holistically with older adults in a bio psycho-social model of care with emphasis on physical ill health that impacts on mental wellbeing

Desirable

Experience of working in a crisis/resolution model.

Physical Attributes

Essential

Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Personal Attributes

Essential

Ability to work shifts covering a 24 hours/7 day week servicing including on-calls. (if applicable to the service) Time management Self-direction Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, flexible resourcefulness, adaptable Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) Autonomy Diplomacy Leadership skills

Training

Essential

Assessment and care planning skills Risk assessment and risk management Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

Successful completion of venepuncture course and able to demonstrate competence

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers Shows awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care. Ability to act up in the absence of the team manager Knowledge of using IT systems to record clinical activity Knowledge of audit processes Knowledge of carer services/ issues/

Desirable

Proven activity in audit Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder

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.

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.

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

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF13SP

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fieldhead Hospital

Ouchthorpe Lane

Wakefield

WF13SP

Employer's website

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