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Community Practitioner in Newcastle

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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust

55 open roles

Our summary

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

Skills

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

The role

Job summary

We looking for 2x Band 6 Community Practitioners to work within the Children and young people's service Learning Disability team based within Newcastle & Gateshead.

One post is permanent, one is a 12 month fixed term opportunity.

This involves supporting children and young people presenting with a learning disability, complex behavioural issues, mental health needs and also undertaking neurodevelopmental assessments.

Our clinical team consists of Psychiatrist, psychologists, registered nurses, and other members of allied professions. We work alongside services and other professionals and systems to increase clinical understanding of children and young person's needs. Undertaking holistic assessments and formulation of needs in order to provide appropriate therapeutic support the the child or young person.

Main duties of the job

This is an opportunity to be part of a service that is making a meaningful difference to the lives of children, young people, and families across the Newcastle & Gateshead area.

Undertaking assessments and formulations of the young person who is presenting with complex needs.

Undertaking Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) assessments, emotional difficulty assessments and neurodevelopmental assessments which includes undertaking assessments within clinic, school and home environments.

Working closely with the child/ young person, their parents/ carers and the wider care team including social workers and Schools. Clear communication is essential in all aspects of the role to support and engage the young person and their support network.

Working closely as part of an MDT which includes psychiatrists, psychologists, Nurses, Social workers, OT and support staff.

Working closely with other professionals/ services to ensure appropriate support is available for the young person.

We are looking for practitioners who:

o Are passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.

o Have experience working with children, young people, families, and multi-agency partners.

o Understand the impact of trauma, attachment, and adverse childhood experiences.

o Can work collaboratively with a multi disciplinary team.

o Are committed to relationship-based and trauma-informed practice.

o Bring strong clinical and communication skills.

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.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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
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.
Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation.

Desirable

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

Skills and Competencies

Essential

Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex 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

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

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 of difficult to manage/challenging behaviours.

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.