Community Mental Health Hub – Mental Health Practitioner(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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Uk
April 13, 2026
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a pioneering 24/7 Community Mental Health Neighbourhood Centre in the West of York. The service is a two-year NHS England-funded pilot designed to transform how community mental health care is delivered, with a strong focus on accessibility, collaboration, and person-centred support.

The hub provides an open-door approach for adults seeking mental health support and is built on co-production principles, working closely with individuals, families, and community partners to improve outcomes.

You will join a diverse multi-disciplinary team including clinicians, social workers, peer support workers, recovery workers, social prescribers, and voluntary sector staff.

Your Role in the Team

  • As a Mental Health Practitioner, you will be a key clinical presence within the hub, providing assessment, advice, and short-term interventions. You will have autonomy in your daily practice while being supported by an experienced multi-agency team.
  • The role involves working across a variety of settings including the hub itself, GP practices, patients’ homes, and other community locations. Some weekend and out-of-hours working is required, but there are no night shifts.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment & Intervention

  • Carry out initial mental health assessments for individuals accessing the hub
    Provide brief, focused psychosocial interventions
    Offer clinical advice and specialist input to the wider team
    Signpost individuals to appropriate services and pathways

Multi-Agency Working

  • Work collaboratively with NHS clinicians, social care, and voluntary sector partners
    Contribute to shared decision-making within a multi-disciplinary team
    Build strong working relationships across primary, secondary, and community services

Care Coordination & Support

  • Manage your own caseload and daily workload effectively
    Support care planning and pathway management
    Deliver interventions in a range of community settings

Service Development & Leadership

  • Contribute to the ongoing development of the mental health hub model
    Participate in training, teaching, and upskilling of partner organisations
    Support transformation projects within adult community mental health services

About the Organisation

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and learning disability services across County Durham, Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York, and Selby.

The Trust works across prevention, crisis care, and specialist services, with a strong focus on recovery, inclusion, and partnership working. The organisation is committed to innovation and continuous improvement in mental health services.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Requirements

  • Current professional registration with a recognised body (e.g. NMC or equivalent)
    Evidence of ongoing professional development
    Minimum 18 months post-qualification experience
    Completion of preceptorship or competency framework (where applicable)
    Experience working with people experiencing mental health difficulties
    Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team
    Strong communication, literacy, numeracy, and IT skills
    Understanding of mental health legislation and clinical risk management

Desirable Experience

  • Experience in community mental health settings
    Leadership or supervisory experience
    Teaching, mentoring, or supporting students
    Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field
    Professional Knowledge Required
    Evidence-based mental health practice
    Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act understanding
    Care Programme Approach (CPA)
    Clinical risk assessment and safeguarding
    Psychological approaches to care
    Clinical governance and quality improvement principles

Working Arrangements

  • Some weekend and out-of-hours working required
    No night shifts included
    Must be able to travel independently across the locality

Important Eligibility Information

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Please note this role may not meet the salary threshold for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

Additional Information

Location: Acomb Health Centre, York (YO24 4LG)
Employer: Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Visits to the team are encouraged

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