We offer a relocation package of up to £8,000
The relocation package is for anyone who would need to relocate in order to take up employment with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership. Terms and conditions apply please see attached document.
If this applies to you, please state this on your application so we can discuss this with you if you are invited to interview.
Are you passionate about making a difference in young lives? We are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Practitioner to join our Mental Health Support Team in Cheshire East. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting the Whole School Approach and fostering a positive mental health culture within educational settings.
The Mental Health Support Teams are part of an exciting project funded by NHS England with the aim of improving the mental health and well being of children and young people. There is a specific focus on developing more access to helping and improving emotional support within all primary and secondary schools. Working alongside community partners the Mental Health Support Teams will be part of CYP Access function.
What We Offer:
A supportive and dynamic work environment
Opportunities for professional development
The chance to make a real impact on young people's lives
If you are committed to improving mental health in schools and have the skills to support our mission, we want to hear from you!
Apply now and be a part of our transformative team!
Main duties of the job
Support the delivery of all interventions provided by Emotional & Mental Health Practitioners
Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external agencies
Support the development, implementation and evaluation of mental health strategies and programmes
Support training sessions to staff in schools and other children's service practitioners
Support the Clinical Co-ordinator and Clinical Leads in delivering a high quality, evidence based service to children, young people and families
Liaise with colleagues within the wider CYPMH Service
Working for our organisation CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care – including the provision of three GP surgeries.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
To support this, we offer up to three weeks induction, dependent on role, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This programme welcomes you to CWP and provides you with information and training to support you in your role.
We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification)
and
values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust’s Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a
Values Based Interview/Assessment
, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust’s Values and Behaviours which are ‘the 6 Cs’ Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. The supporting information section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trust’s Values and associated behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website
here . If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email – cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the ‘essential’ criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer ‘YES’ to the question: ‘Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?’
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
CWP is proud to be an accredited Veteran Aware organisation helping to provide and share best practice in NHS care for our armed forces community. As a veteran aware organisation, CWP is committed to delivering on the principles of the Armed Force Covenant and has a ‘Silver’ award with the MOD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (DERS).
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.
Person specification Qualifications
Professional Registration with recognised National Body (HCPC, NMC, Social Work England)
Nationally recognised post-qualification, continuous professional development (CPD) related to the core profession (Social Work, Nurse, Allied Health Professional).
Therapeutic Training to intermediate / diploma level
Knowledge
Demonstrable working knowledge of specialist therapeutic approaches e.g. CBT, Family Therapy
Knowledge of Child Protection workings and Practice
Working knowledge of Children related legislation
Experience of inter-agency working
Experience of writing, implementing and evaluating Care / Treatment Plans
Experience of working with Students/ Learners
Experience of providing clinical supervision
Experience
Significant post qualification experience of working within a CYPMHS or Child Mental Health related field.
Recognised experience of working within an environment where evidence based interventions have been delivered
Undertaking formal and informal clinical risk assessments and risk management planning
Undertaking Mental Health Assessments
IT skills, including using databases, Microsoft Office and clinical systems
Post qualifying experience of working within NHS community CYPMHS
Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name Dan Arrowsmith Job title MHST Clinical Co-ordinator Email address daniel.arrowsmith2@nhs.net Additional information
Please make initial enquires via email, thank you.
If you consider yourself Neurodivergent and need help to complete your application form, please contact cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or telephone 01244 393100
Giving you time to care, space to think and opportunity to grow We are Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (CWP). We provide health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care – including the provision of three GP surgeries.
We have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton and Liverpool. We also provide specialist services for the North West as a whole.
Our services are provided in partnership with commissioners, local authorities, voluntary and independent organisations, people who access our services, their carers and families. The Trust has over 14,500 members and employs more than 4,000 staff across 62 sites, serving a population of over one million people and highly specialist services for two million people.
We offer career opportunities to staff across a range of professions, including:
Allied health professions - including occupational therapy, physiotherapy, podiatry, and speech and language therapy
Medical - including psychiatry and general practice
Pharmacy
Clinical support roles
Estates and facilities
Support services roles - including HR, communications, ICT, finance and more
At CWP, we believe in giving our staff the time to care, the space to think and the opportunity to grow.
With vacancies across a range of professions, wherever you’re at in your career journey, you’ll find something to suit you. So why not join our team today?
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The relocation package is for anyone who would need to relocate in order to take up employment with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership. Terms and conditions apply please see attached document.
If this applies to you, please state this on your application so we can discuss this with you if you are invited to interview.
Are you passionate about making a difference in young lives? We are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Practitioner to join our Mental Health Support Team in Cheshire East. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting the Whole School Approach and fostering a positive mental health culture within educational settings.
The Mental Health Support Teams are part of an exciting project funded by NHS England with the aim of improving the mental health and well being of children and young people. There is a specific focus on developing more access to helping and improving emotional support within all primary and secondary schools. Working alongside community partners the Mental Health Support Teams will be part of CYP Access function.
What We Offer:
A supportive and dynamic work environment
Opportunities for professional development
The chance to make a real impact on young people's lives
If you are committed to improving mental health in schools and have the skills to support our mission, we want to hear from you!
Apply now and be a part of our transformative team!
Main duties of the job
Support the delivery of all interventions provided by Emotional & Mental Health Practitioners
Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external agencies
Support the development, implementation and evaluation of mental health strategies and programmes
Support training sessions to staff in schools and other children's service practitioners
Support the Clinical Co-ordinator and Clinical Leads in delivering a high quality, evidence based service to children, young people and families
Liaise with colleagues within the wider CYPMH Service
Working for our organisation CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care – including the provision of three GP surgeries.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
To support this, we offer up to three weeks induction, dependent on role, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This programme welcomes you to CWP and provides you with information and training to support you in your role.
We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification)
and
values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust’s Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a
Values Based Interview/Assessment
, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust’s Values and Behaviours which are ‘the 6 Cs’ Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. The supporting information section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trust’s Values and associated behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website
here . If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email – cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the ‘essential’ criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer ‘YES’ to the question: ‘Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?’
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
CWP is proud to be an accredited Veteran Aware organisation helping to provide and share best practice in NHS care for our armed forces community. As a veteran aware organisation, CWP is committed to delivering on the principles of the Armed Force Covenant and has a ‘Silver’ award with the MOD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (DERS).
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.
Person specification Qualifications
Professional Registration with recognised National Body (HCPC, NMC, Social Work England)
Nationally recognised post-qualification, continuous professional development (CPD) related to the core profession (Social Work, Nurse, Allied Health Professional).
Therapeutic Training to intermediate / diploma level
Knowledge
Demonstrable working knowledge of specialist therapeutic approaches e.g. CBT, Family Therapy
Knowledge of Child Protection workings and Practice
Working knowledge of Children related legislation
Experience of inter-agency working
Experience of writing, implementing and evaluating Care / Treatment Plans
Experience of working with Students/ Learners
Experience of providing clinical supervision
Experience
Significant post qualification experience of working within a CYPMHS or Child Mental Health related field.
Recognised experience of working within an environment where evidence based interventions have been delivered
Undertaking formal and informal clinical risk assessments and risk management planning
Undertaking Mental Health Assessments
IT skills, including using databases, Microsoft Office and clinical systems
Post qualifying experience of working within NHS community CYPMHS
Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name Dan Arrowsmith Job title MHST Clinical Co-ordinator Email address daniel.arrowsmith2@nhs.net Additional information
Please make initial enquires via email, thank you.
If you consider yourself Neurodivergent and need help to complete your application form, please contact cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or telephone 01244 393100
Giving you time to care, space to think and opportunity to grow We are Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (CWP). We provide health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care – including the provision of three GP surgeries.
We have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton and Liverpool. We also provide specialist services for the North West as a whole.
Our services are provided in partnership with commissioners, local authorities, voluntary and independent organisations, people who access our services, their carers and families. The Trust has over 14,500 members and employs more than 4,000 staff across 62 sites, serving a population of over one million people and highly specialist services for two million people.
We offer career opportunities to staff across a range of professions, including:
Allied health professions - including occupational therapy, physiotherapy, podiatry, and speech and language therapy
Medical - including psychiatry and general practice
Pharmacy
Clinical support roles
Estates and facilities
Support services roles - including HR, communications, ICT, finance and more
At CWP, we believe in giving our staff the time to care, the space to think and the opportunity to grow.
With vacancies across a range of professions, wherever you’re at in your career journey, you’ll find something to suit you. So why not join our team today?
#J-18808-Ljbffr
