ARRS Specialist Mental Health Practitioner

NHS

  • Poole, Dorset
  • £47,810-54,710 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 hours ago
We have an exciting new opportunity to recruit a new permanent Specialist Mental Health Practitioner, to work in the Shore Medical Primary Care Network which comprises of GP Practices based in east Dorset. The successful candidate will be an experienced Mental Health Practitioner with experience of working in a Primary Care and/or Community Mental Health Team setting.This is an exciting role for those who are proactive and passionate about innovation and providing high-quality care to people who have been identified as in need of mental health support in a primary care setting. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and skill set in a highly innovative and creative environment.Applications from candidates that require current Healthcare worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.Main duties of the jobThis new role will work collaboratively between Primary Care and Secondary Mental Health Services as part of an Integrated Model of Care.The intention is to focus services around local communities and local GP practices to help rebuild and reconnect healthcare teams across the communities they serve. This practitioner role will provide targeted care according to the needs of the population by supporting the PCN clinical strategy.The practitioner will facilitate onward access to other secondary care-based services, third sector services and link in with existing support services via the Primary Care Network.If you have the skills and qualities that meet the requirements for this post we would welcome your application.This post is full-time 37.5 hours, however consideration will also be given to a job share or part time working.Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service and are able to present a valid DBS certificate may not require a new check.About usAt Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.DetailsDate posted03 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary£47,810 to £54,710 a year p.a.ContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number152-M254.25Job locationsShore Medical PCNMansfield Road, ParkstonePooleBH14 0DJJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.netPerson SpecificationKnowledge, Skills and TrainingEssential
  • Registered RMN, OT, Social Work or Psychologist qualification and registration to degree/diploma level plus masters degree level or equivalent experience.
  • Membership of the relevant Professional Body
  • Experience of teaching and assessing students and other members of staff
Desirable
  • Non-Medical Prescriber (if professionally appropriate)
Job Specific ExperienceEssential
  • Experience at Registered Practitioner Band 6 level or above
  • Evidence of risk management skills and experience.
  • Experience of developing specialist programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing highly specialist advice
  • Experience of multi-disciplinary working.
Desirable
  • Evidence of working in primary care and understanding of primary care
Leadership/Supervisory ExperienceEssential
  • Evidence of proactive involvement in the supervision and development of members of the multi-disciplinary team.
  • Evidence of delivering education and training in practice.
Finance/ResourcesEssential
  • Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment
Information Technology/ResourcesEssential
  • Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems
  • Able to analyse data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word
Person SpecificationKnowledge, Skills and TrainingEssential
  • Registered RMN, OT, Social Work or Psychologist qualification and registration to degree/diploma level plus masters degree level or equivalent experience.
  • Membership of the relevant Professional Body
  • Experience of teaching and assessing students and other members of staff
Desirable
  • Non-Medical Prescriber (if professionally appropriate)
Job Specific ExperienceEssential
  • Experience at Registered Practitioner Band 6 level or above
  • Evidence of risk management skills and experience.
  • Experience of developing specialist programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing highly specialist advice
  • Experience of multi-disciplinary working.
Desirable
  • Evidence of working in primary care and understanding of primary care
Leadership/Supervisory ExperienceEssential
  • Evidence of proactive involvement in the supervision and development of members of the multi-disciplinary team.
  • Evidence of delivering education and training in practice.
Finance/ResourcesEssential
  • Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment
Information Technology/ResourcesEssential
  • Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems
  • Able to analyse data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word

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