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Community Practitioner in Workington

On-site in Workington·Full-time·Added today (last checked 9 Nov)

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust

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Our summary

Salary: £39,959 - £48,117 a year
About £2,690 - £3,180 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Workington
Contract: Full-time
Closing date: Apply by Thursday 19 November

Skills

Nice to have

Nursing

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Workington.

The role

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and enthusiastic community practitioner.

To be responsible for the Assessment and Management of casework of young people and their families.Provide specialist clinical advice to Service Users/Carers, staff, statutory agencies, 3rd sector partner agencies and the public.

Main duties of the job

To consider Carer needs and ensure Carer and family are involved in Care Planning where appropriate.To deliver evidenced based Clinical and Psychologically based Interventions.The post holder will work as a member of the Multi-disciplinary Team ensuring that high quality individualised care is delivered.Coordinate Treatment Planning & Interventions, Reviews and Discharge Planning.Provide clinical supervision to staff as delegated by Pathway Clinical Lead and Pathway Manager.To provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.You will be joining a friendly, supportive team that includes professionals from nursing, Psychology and Psychiatry. We work collaboratively, drawing on a wide range of expertise to deliver holistic, child-centred care. Regular supervision, peer support, and opportunities for joint working are embedded in our culture, and we actively encourage professional development and reflective practice.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our service values innovation, compassion, and teamwork. We are committed to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families. We welcome practitioners who share our enthusiasm for highquality, inclusive, and evidenceinformed practice.

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 5th November 2026

Closing date : 19th November 2026

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

Professional Qualification and current Professional Registration as, a First Level Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD) or equivalent as an AHP, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist
Mentor Training.
Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation.
Evidence of post-registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions / skills relevant to the post.
Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post.
Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA (Multi Agency Panel for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults) and Child Protection.

Desirable

Post Registration Qualifications in Psychological Interventions
Experience of working within a community team.
Non-Medical Prescribing

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need.
Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives.

Desirable

Understanding mental health presentations and interventions.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs.
Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills.
Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance).
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others).
Ability to adapt within a changing environment.
Ability to work under pressure.

Desirable

Clinical Leadership.
Training & Induction of staff.
Delegation skills.
Debriefing skills.
Teaching/Presentation skills.

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.