Senior Primary Care Mental Health Nurse
NHS Jobs - Chelmsford
£49,387 to £56,515 a year
ContractFull time
The Primary Care Mental Health Practitioner will play a key role in delivering high-quality, integrated mental health care within Primary Care, ensuring patients receive timely assessment, intervention, and access to the most appropriate services. Key responsibilities include: Providing comprehensive mental health assessments, triage, risk assessment, care planning, treatment, and follow-up for individuals experiencing common mental health disorders. Acting as a gatekeeper for referrals into secondary mental health services, ensuring patients are supported through a seamless pathway of care and are not unnecessarily passed between services. Working collaboratively with GPs, Primary Care teams, Consultant Psychiatrists, Community Mental Health Teams, and partner agencies to support recovery and wellbeing in the community. Delivering evidence-based psychological and non-psychological interventions in line with NICE guidance and best practice. Signposting and referring service users to appropriate internal, external, statutory, voluntary, and community-based services to meet identified needs. Providing specialist advice, consultation, education, and support to enhance the assessment and management of mental health presentations. Undertaking physical health monitoring and investigations, including ECGs, and supporting the integration of physical and mental healthcare. Supporting safe clinical practice and ensuring compliance with Trust policies, Clinical Governance frameworks, Care Quality Commission standards, and the NHS Constitution. Managing medication safely, including monitoring effectiveness, side effects, concordance, and providing education and support to service users and carers. Providing professional and clinical leadership within multidisciplinary meetings, safeguarding processes, and complex case discussions. Supervising, supporting, and developing junior staff where appropriate, contributing to workforce development and service improvement. Delivering training and educational programmes to Primary Care teams to improve knowledge and understanding of mental health and wellbeing. Contributing to the ongoing development of integrated care pathways, service redesign, quality improvement initiatives, and the achievement of service performance targets and KPIs. Maintaining accurate clinical records, incident reporting, risk management documentation, and activity data using electronic patient record systems, including SystmOne. Promoting patient independence, recovery, and positive health outcomes through person-centred care. The above is not an exhaustive list of expected clinical or managerial duties to be undertaken.
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Primary Care Mental Health Practitioner (SPCMHP)
NHS Jobs - Mid Essex Primary care MH Team
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
PermanentFull time
The post holder will provide a person-centred service that supports patients' recovery, wellbeing, and physical health needs within the community. Working collaboratively with GPs, Primary Care teams, Consultant Psychiatrists, and other partner agencies, the post holder will ensure patients receive timely access to the most appropriate support and are managed within the most suitable clinical setting. Key responsibilities include: Triaging referrals and facilitating access to appropriate services and interventions. Undertaking comprehensive mental and physical health assessments. Developing and reviewing person-centred care plans that promote recovery and wellbeing. Conducting physical health investigations, including BMI monitoring, blood pressure checks, ECGs, and requesting blood tests where clinically appropriate. Maintaining safe clinical practice in accordance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards, the NHS Constitution, and organisational policies. Supporting effective clinical governance and contributing to continuous service improvement initiatives. Working within a multidisciplinary framework to deliver safe, responsive, and high-quality care. As Primary Care Mental Health Services continue to evolve, the post holder will play a key role in supporting service development while maintaining high standards of patient care. Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) qualification with current NMC registration. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Experience working within mental health services. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English. Ability to manage challenging situations with sensitivity, professionalism, and objectivity. Strong assessment, risk management, and decision-making skills. Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and across organisational boundaries. Due to the geographical area covered by the service and the limited availability of public transport in some locations, the ability to travel independently across the locality is essential.
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Care Worker - Nights - Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
Housing 21 - Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
£13.48 to £13.48 an hour
PermanentPart time
Hours: 16 hours per weekShift Pattern: 22:00 - 7:00, shift pattern to be discussed Are you looking for a career that’s both rewarding and offers opportunities to develop, but dread the thought of a desk job?Are you a people person who can strike up a conversation with anyone?Do you want to finish work knowing you’ve made real a difference to someone’s life?If this sounds like you – we’ve got the perfect match! As a Care Worker with Housing 21 you’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team as you work together to support our residents. Once you’re at work that’s it – no travelling between calls as residents live independently in their own apartments within our schemes, which also offer communal lounges, gardens, cafés/bistros and hair salons for them to enjoy. Working with familiar residents and colleagues every day, you’ll build strong relationships and feel part of the Extra Care family. We want to make sure you feel valued too and have developed our offer to set us apart from the wider care sector. Our Care Workers:• Are paid by the hour, not by the job. £13.48 per hour, full time equivalent £24,601 per annum (based on working 35 hours per week)• Receive benefits including Holiday Pay, Occupational Sick Pay, Maternity Pay and access to our Health Cash Plan• Will be supported to achieve relevant qualifications • Can join our Extra Care Academy - support and training to progress into management Is it for me?You don’t need experience or any qualifications to be a Care Worker; just a positive attitude and kind manner. In fact, if you have ever cared for a relative or friend, raised children, or helped a neighbour with shopping or gardening you have already displayed a lot of the skills we require!We offer full training together with recognised qualifications and, if you want to take your career in care a step further, joining our Extra Care Academy can help you progress into a management role. Many of our Managers and Assistant Managers in Extra Care started out as Care Workers in our schemes. All you need is:• To be kind and friendly• Good written and verbal English communication skills• Commitment to undertake necessary further training• A genuine desire to help people• Reliability and flexibility• The ability to use your initiative• To remain calm under pressureAbout the roleEveryone is different but what stays the same is our commitment to offering high standards of care to all our residents regardless of their care needs – enabling them to live their best lives. Our residents tell us how important our Care Workers are to them, being a friendly face, brightening their day and helping to make life worth living by doing the simplest of things. Tasks can include: • Supporting with household and domestic tasks, such as laundry, shopping, cleaning, and financial transactions such as paying bills.• Making meals, drinks and snacks where necessary.• Encouraging and enabling residents to follow agreed care plans.• Assisting residents with getting up in the morning, providing personal care including washing / bathing and dressing; helping with undressing and going to bed in the evening, as well as providing help and ensuring medication is taken as required.• Putting resident wellbeing at the heart of the service, going the extra mile to ensure our residents can live their best lives and ensuring managers and key agencies are kept informed of progress. The benefitsAt Housing 21 we’re proud to be bucking the trend as a care provider we offer a range of impressive benefits including:• Holiday Pay• Occupational Sick Pay• Occupational Maternity Pay• Health Cash Plan• Blue Light Card (offering discounts across retail, hospitality and leisure)• Car Lease Scheme• Cycle to Work Scheme• Uniform provided • Employee Assistance Programme• 50p hourly enhancement for all Level 2 • Training and development to fulfil your career aspirations An offer of employment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced disclosure check, satisfactory references, and induction training.Closing date for applications is 18 October 2026, with interviews being held 26 October 2026.Due to the nature of this role this advert may close earlier than the closing date listed and once sufficient applications have been received. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
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Complex Physical Care Worker (Tracheostomy competent)
Jarrodean Personnel Ltd
£13.50 to £13.85 an hour
On-sitePermanentFull time
Applications are invited from experienced Care Workers competent in caring for patients with a tracheostomy and on a ventilator, to join our client's specialist service based in Bristol. Bristol is famous for its vibrant culture, from its status as a global hub for street art, to its rich history in music, film, and engineering. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the nature of this work and the request of the individual Service User, it is currently an occupational requirement that applicants for this post are female. Male applicants may be contacted in future should the Service User pre-requisites change. This current vacancy is working with a Service User with complex physical needs, requiring support 24 hours per day with a team of Care Workers day and night, o verseen by a Registered Nurse Duties include; Provision of full personal care, practical day to day support with activities of day to day living ,emotional/psychological support, managing appointments, managing medication, trips out of the house, support with communicating with family and maintaining relationships with family, supporting the individual with maintaining their safety. The salary for this post is £13.50 to £13.85 per hour (£26,300-£27,000 per year) based on experience for a 37.5 hour week usually on a rota of three long days one week / four the next, and we are open to hearing from applicants seeking a full-time, part-time or flexible hours opportunity. With high standards of clinical governance, this is a Complex Care organisation clinically led by both senior Mental Health and General Nurses. Their collective experience in complex physical and mental health care means they can work with clients who have very complex needs, providing highly personalised, client-centred care in their own homes or community settings. Rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (England) and registered with the Care Inspectorate Wales, you will join an experienced and stable team of committed staff, supported by senior clinicians to meet our clients' evolving needs. Person requirements: - At least six months Care experience, including full competency in caring for a ventilated patient with a tracheostomy - Personal qualities to include; flexible, adaptable, confident to work without supervision and calm under pressure. - A commitment to a flexible approach to meet the needs of the service. - The desire to work as part of a team and an organisation committed to person-centred care. - At least eight months right to work in the UK status, not requiring a certificate of sponsorship (CoS) To note: - A Certificate of Sponsorship may be offered with this post subject to a six-month probation period, during which time you will need to have your own right to work status such as; Student, Graduate or Dependant visa - We are not able to switch sponsorship on commencement of employment - Staff Accommodation is not available for this role, but we are able to help signpost to local accommodation options if you are needing to relocate to take up this post. Jarrodean is a leading healthcare recruitment partner with particular expertise in the placement of the full range of Mental Health staff. As a nurse-led consultancy, our detailed understanding of the complexity of such roles places us in an excellent position to match your skills with the specific requirements of our Recruiting Managers. For an insight into Jarrodean as a Consultancy and for a summary of all current roles visit jarrodean.com If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.
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Place of safety worker/ Health Care Assistant
NHS Jobs - Plymouth
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
PermanentFull time
The role will be a dedicated role relating to the Childrens and Young peoples place of safety (CYP POS), the person will work closely with the nurse in charge in facilitating activities within the pos suite. At other times that CPY POS is not required will work as part of a team within the unit. To work under the direction of a registered member of nursing staff, but at times will not have direct supervision. To carry out efficiently and effectively task and instructions assigned by the trained nurse. To undertake only those tasks for which she / he has had instruction and is competent to fulfill. To maintain confidentiality in respect of the patient / client at all times. To be aware of Health and Safety at Work Act and the implications for the work environment. To know how to report accidents and untoward incidents and to do so promptly. To obtain knowledge of Livewells policies, procedures and practices and carry out duties in accordance with them. To be aware of legal issues and have an understanding of the Mental Health Act. To support community activities either on a 1:1 basis or in small groups. To be an active member of the provision of care to the patient / client. Co-facilitate groups with qualified staff. To receive reports on patient care and be able to report back with observations to the nurse in charge within his / her competency. Participate in the Plym Bridge response team which responds to any untoward incident and undertake associated training. To work within a team providing nursing care to complex patients with increased levels of observations. To be willing to participate actively in appropriate in-service training programmes which the manager believes to be of benefit to the individual. To assume co-responsibility for maintaining skills and knowledge levels. To assist the registered nurse to carry out, under direction, tasks which fulfill the patients / clients physical and psychological need, as identified in the Care Plan / Assessment. Escort patients to other departments or other areas designated by trained staff, which may include the community. Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating care to patients. This to include participation in case review and assessment for admission / discharge process. Make appropriate records in the multi-disciplinary patient electronic file, which will then be counter signed by a registered nurse. To assist the patients personal care and record patients observations in accordance with the Care Plan. Record and manage patients property. Undertake specific responsibilities designated by the Unit Manager To undertake mandatory and other training as directed by the Organisation. To participate in continuing role / personal development using the appraisal system. To receive line management support and supervision. To contribute to any audit process. To behave in a manner which does not bring the Organisation into disrepute.
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Critical Care Specialist Speech & Language Therapist
NHS Jobs - Liverpool
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
PermanentFull time
To provide a Specialist Speech & Language Therapy Service to patients who have acquired dysphagia and communication disorders in acute settings. Be an active member of the multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best possible service for patients and their families. Please see attached job description and person specification for further information.
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Critical Care Specialist Speech & Language Therapist
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Liverpool
£39,959 - £48,117 per annum, per rota
PermanentFull time
A Vacancy at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Are you an ambitious, adaptable and forward-thinking Speech and Language Therapist looking for your next career move? Do you want to be part of a progressive and dynamic team recognised for driving innovation, influencing best practice and transforming the care of patients with communication and swallowing difficulties in critical care? If so, we would love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service within Critical Care at the Royal Liverpool Hospital. You'll develop specialist skills in a supportive environment, working alongside experienced clinicians who are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care. Our Critical Care SLT team is recognised for its progressive approach and strong multidisciplinary relationships. We are highly valued within the critical care workforce, delivering early intervention, rehabilitation and person-centred care from admission through to recovery. As a department, we lead and contribute to local, regional and national initiatives, championing best practice in communication and swallowing management. Staff are encouraged to become involved in service innovation, quality improvement, research, audit and professional networks. We are looking for a proactive team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and embraces new challenges. Main duties of the job You will have the opportunity to work with adults with a wide range of complex conditions. You will be supported to further develop your skills in complex dysphagia and communication, including the management of tracheostomised patients. We have regular team meetings and are committed to continuing professional development, including via CPD sessions and MDT projects. We have a clear supervision structure, and advice is available from our Clinical Specialists within the department. Band 6 employees are required to supervise Band 5 and assistant staff and deputise for clinical team leads. You will be encouraged to support service development through participation in internal and external projects. You will have access to expert practitioner SLTs working with complex dysphagia, critical care, respiratory and voice. We have a well-established inpatient FEES and videofluoroscopy service. You will have opportunities to develop expertise in: Critical care rehabilitation Complex dysphagia assessment and management Tracheostomy management and competencies Communication difficulties in critically ill patients FEES scoping and interpretation Videofluoroscopy assessment and interpretation Audit, quality improvement and service development Leadership and supervision skills This opportunity is open to experienced Band 5s who are keen to develop into a band 6 role, a training post may be offered if appropriate under Annex 21 conditions. Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women’s Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK’s largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services. For roles at Liverpool Women’s, visit their careers page. To provide a Specialist Speech & Language Therapy Service to patients who have acquired dysphagia and communication disorders in acute settings. Be an active member of the multidisciplinary teams to ensure the bestpossible service for patients and their families. Please see attached job description and person specification for further information. This advert closes on Friday 16 Oct 2026
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Rotherham Care Group, Matron to Acute Directorate
Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber NHS Foundation Trust - Sheffield
£57,528 - £64,750 per annum
PermanentFull time
A Vacancy at Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust. An exciting opportunity has arisen within Rotherham Care Group, Acute Directorate for a Matron. The post is currently available to cover areas across Adult Mental Health, Crisis Services and Older People Services . The Acute Matron post is an essential role in promoting leadership across our Acute Directorate. We are currently seeking confident, proactive professional leaders who will contribute to our vision for the future of the Acute Directorate. Managerial experience and an understanding of leading and managing a service is an essential part of the role. Applicants should have excellent interpersonal skills that will enable them to challenge, motivate, influence and inspire colleagues at all levels. We welcome applications from new candidates; however, previous applicants need not reapply. Please contact Meagan McNaney [RCG Nurse Director], via Laura Charlesworth on 03000 215444 The postholder will be a collaborative, inclusive and compassionate leader with values and behaviours that inspire high standards of care and pride in the profession. In conjunction with the Care Group senior leadership team, the postholder will create a positive safety culture, where the environment is collaboratively crafted, created, and nurtured so that everybody (individual staff, teams, patients, families, and carers) can flourish to ensure the best, safe, quality care by: 1. Continuous learning and improvement of safety risks 2. Supportive, psychologically safe teamwork 3. Enabling and empowering speaking up by all The post holder, will demonstrate highly visible leadership, be responsible for the delivery of safe and therapeutic care, using an effective governance framework within a defined set of teams or/and ward team areas. In line with ’The Matron’s Handbook. NHS Updated July 2021. Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected. We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/ To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website: https://workwithrdash.co.uk/ We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more: https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q The main terms and conditions of service can be found here: https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications This advert closes on Wednesday 14 Oct 2026
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Rotherham Care Group, Matron to Acute Directorate
NHS Jobs - Sheffield
£57,528 to £64,750 a year
PermanentFull time
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
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