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<h2><strong>About volunteering</strong></h2><p>We would not be able to undertake our work without the unstinting efforts of our volunteers. They provide a listening ear, help with childcare issues and practical assistance where a family needs it most. We’re looking for people with very special skills of empathy, friendliness, adaptability and common sense.</p><p>A typical volunteer will display most of the following characteristics:</p><ul><li>Demonstrate a sensitive, caring, positive attitude towards all people regardless of their ethnicity, gender or sexual identity.</li><li>Have a non-judgemental attitude.</li><li>Be clear about confidentiality but be able to decide when disclosure of a confidence is essential to the well-being of a child.</li><li>Be reliable and understand the importance of reliability to the family.</li><li>Have good communication and listening skills.</li><li>Have a warm and open personality and a sense of humour.</li><li>Have time and enthusiasm for Home-Start.</li><li>Be prepared to keep records as requested by the scheme.</li></ul><h2><strong>What you'll be expected to do</strong></h2><p>A volunteer is expected to work towards the increased confidence and independence of the family by:</p><ul><li>Offering support, friendship and practical help.</li><li>Visiting the families in their own homes, where the dignity and identity of each individual can be respected and protected.</li><li>Empowering parents to see the positive aspects of family life.</li><li>Developing a trusting relationship with the family.</li><li>Encouraging parents’ strengths and emotional well-being for the ultimate benefit of their own children.</li><li>Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships and to use effectively the support and services available in the community.</li></ul><h2><strong>Training Programme</strong></h2><p><strong>Each volunteer undertakes a structured training course to prepare them for their new role. The aims of the course are as follows:</strong></p><ul><li>To enable volunteers to develop an understanding of and a commitment to the Home-Start philosophy.</li><li>To enable volunteers to explore their own values and attitudes, making them better able to understand and support families.</li><li>To help volunteers to develop their self awareness and skills so that they feel confident in their role in supporting families.</li><li>To achieve a secure working relationship between volunteers and the Coordinator.</li><li>To provide volunteers with relevant information including a knowledge of Home-Start procedures.</li><li>To enable the Coordinator to get to know the volunteers well enough to assess their strengths and limitations, with a view to matching them with an appropriate family.</li></ul><p><strong>Topics covered:</strong></p><ul><li>What is Home-Start?</li><li>What is a volunteer?</li><li>How can YOU help?</li><li>Relationships</li><li>Listening and communicating.</li><li>Confidentiality.</li><li>Values and attitudes.</li><li>Commitment</li><li>Boundaries</li><li>Child development and play</li><li>Health Visitor visit</li><li>Special Educational Needs</li><li>Helping children with Special Needs</li><li>Equal Opportunities</li><li>Loss, change and endings</li><li>Experiences of current volunteers</li><li>Mental Health</li><li>Signposting Home-Start families to other services</li><li>How Home-Start helps</li><li>Personal Safety</li><li>Recognising children at risk of harm</li><li>Domestic Violence and Women’s Refuge</li><li>The Children’s Act and Every Child Matters</li><li>Admin</li></ul><p><strong>Continuing Development</strong></p><p>Volunteers are expected to attend in-service training days which are held each year. Recent subjects have included Safeguarding, First Aid, self esteem, financial well-being and Mental Health. We hold social events from time to time and encourage volunteers to become more widely involved in the work of the charity.</p><h2><strong>About you</strong></h2><p>Mostly what we look for is friendliness and a caring attitude, as well as an understanding of the pressures of parenting. We value people who don’t judge others and who will treat a mother or father as an equal.</p><p>Following the 24 hour training course you need to be able to visit a family once a week for about two hours.</p><h2><strong>How to apply</strong></h2><p>In the first instance please contact our office on 01962 851177. We prefer to chat to potential volunteers before they make a formal applications.</p>

Home-Start Winchester and Districts

Home Visiting Volunteers

<p><strong>ROLE DESCRIPTION</strong><br><strong>Trustee – Funding &amp; Bid Application Review</strong></p><p>We are seeking a new Trustee to strengthen our multi-skilled and hard-working board, with specific expertise in funding and bid applications.</p><p>While we already have skilled board members and volunteers who can write strong funding applications, what we currently lack is the time and experience to:</p><ul><li>Research potential funding opportunities</li><li>Review and filter which opportunities are worth pursuing</li><li>Summarise and present recommendations to the Board and staff</li></ul><p>This new Trustee role would add significant value to the work we already provide - by helping us focus our efforts on the most promising funding sources.</p><p><strong>Skills and Background</strong></p><p>We are open to a range of professional backgrounds. You may not be actively working or may have a little time free to support us in this role, but we are looking for people who can bring the following:</p><ul><li>Experience in bid applications, grant funding, or fundraising — particularly in identifying and assessing opportunities</li><li>Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to weigh up eligibility, likelihood of success, and fit with our charity’s mission</li><li>Confidence in working with information, making judgements, and communicating clear summaries to colleagues</li><li>A background in areas such as fundraising, charity administration, project management, finance, business development, or legal/governance would all be relevant and useful</li></ul><p><strong>Commitment</strong></p><p>As a Trustee, this voluntary role involves attending Board meetings, which are approximately every two months, an annual strategy day, occasional working groups and the AGM. Meetings are held in person where possible, with online options available. We also hold fundraising events, which you are warmly encouraged to support. The expected commitment is around 10 hours a month, including reviewing opportunities and communicating with fellow Trustees and staff via email, WhatsApp, or phone.</p><p>Please contact:</p><p>Chair of Trustee Board: Stephanie Durrant&nbsp; <a href="mailto:stephanie.durrant@home-startwinchester.org.uk" target="_blank">stephanie.durrant@home-startwinchester.org.uk</a> or email <a href="mailto:info@home-startwinchester.org.uk" target="_blank">info@home-startwinchester.org.uk</a></p>

Trustee – Funding & Bid Application Review

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>Are you a CBT therapist looking for your next opportunity?</p><p>Whether you're newly qualified or highly experienced, joining our Talent Pool on Webrecruit makes it easy to hear about the latest roles that match your skills and interests.</p><p>Why join our Talent Pool?</p><ul><li>Stay informed: Our Talent Acquisition team will share relevant job opportunities with you as they arise.</li><li>Explore your options: Whether you're interested in working with adults or children, we offer a range of roles across different locations and services.</li><li>Career development: From support and supervision for new graduates to leadership opportunities for experienced therapists were committed to helping you thrive.</li></ul>  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>Why choose Berkshire Healthcare?</p><p>Were proud to be rated Outstanding by the CQC, with a supportive culture that values every team member. You'll be part of a Trust that puts your development first.</p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>To join our Talent Pool, simply upload your CV and answer a few quick questions. We'll be in touch with details of suiatble vacancies as they arise.</p>


      
        
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  <p>08 May 2025</p>

  
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      £46,148 to £54,931 a year
      
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            <p>Berkshire</p>
            <p>RG12 2UT</p>
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    <p>Discover your next step with Berkshire Healthcare join our CBT Therapist Talent Pool on Webrecruit today!</p><p>Please note:</p><p>Some roles may require travel across Berkshire, so a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle may be necessary.</p><p>The Talent Acquisition team manage specialist, senior and/or hard to fill roles in Berkshire Healthcare so may not be aware of every single live role being advertised. Keep your eye on our website to stay up to date with all roles the Trust is recruiting to: <a href="https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/vacancies</a></p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>Discover your next step with Berkshire Healthcare join our CBT Therapist Talent Pool on Webrecruit today!</p><p>Please note:</p><p>Some roles may require travel across Berkshire, so a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle may be necessary.</p><p>The Talent Acquisition team manage specialist, senior and/or hard to fill roles in Berkshire Healthcare so may not be aware of every single live role being advertised. Keep your eye on our website to stay up to date with all roles the Trust is recruiting to: <a href="https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/vacancies</a></p>
    
  


      
  
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    <h3 id="dbs-message">Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3>
    <p>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.</p>
  

  
    <h3 id="tier-two-sponsorship">Certificate of Sponsorship</h3>
    <p>Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration" target="_blank"> UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
    <p>From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants" target="_blank"> Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
  

  
    <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
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      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
      <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
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        <h3 id="dbs-message">Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3>
        <p>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.</p>
      

      
        <h3 id="tier-two-sponsorship">Certificate of Sponsorship</h3>
        <p>Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration" target="_blank"> UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
        <p>From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants" target="_blank"> Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
      

      
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          Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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    <p>Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust</p>
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      <p>Bases across Berkshire</p>
            <p>Berkshire</p>
            <p>RG12 2UT</p>
    
  

  
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        <p>Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust</p>
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          <p>Bases across Berkshire</p>
                    <p>Berkshire</p>
                    <p>RG12 2UT</p>
        
      

      
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            <p><a href="https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

NHS Jobs

CBT Therapists - Join our Talent Pool! 

Head of Service

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>Are you an experienced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist who enjoys working in a dynamic Multi-disciplinary team to provide treatment and support for patients experiencing Chronic Pain. If so, we have an incredible position waiting for you.</p>   <p>Step into a world of compassionate care and innovation as part of our forward-thinking team. You'll be at the forefront of providing evidence-based assessment and treatment within a supportive team environment.</p>   <p>It is a Band 8a post, with scope to be offered as a developmental role from Band 7-8a dependant on experience and completion of appropriate competencies, where you will be able to expand your expertise in working with complexities and co-morbidities like Chronic Pain, Fibromyalgia and Long-Covid and really make a difference to how patients are able to engage with the world around them and achieve their goals. This is a 1 year fixed term or secondment opportunity.</p>  <p>This position isn't just a job; it's a chance to learn, develop and work at the forefront of physical health motivating clients and healthcare professionals alike to achieve lasting change.</p>   <p>Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity - apply today and be part of a truly fantastic team with patient centred care at the heart of all they do!</p>   <p>Part time hours will be considered if successful at interview</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <ul>  <li> <p>You will participate in triage for both spinal and pain patients referred into the IPASS service with support from the MDT where required, assimilating and gathering information to enable you to achieve this.</p> </li> </ul>   <ul>  <li> <p>You'll be responsible for the assessment and treatment for patients experiencing chronic pain and fatigue and helping them set and achieve value-based goals alongside supporting and working others within the multi-disciplinary team.</p> </li> </ul>   <ul>  <li> <p>You will lead and deliver groups aimed at supporting those experiencing pain including specific movement and fibromyalgia groups.</p> </li> </ul>   <ul>  <li> <p>You will work in collaboration with other specialists in Chronic Pain and Spinal conditions including Psychologists, Occupational Therapists and Medics to deliver specialist interventions to people with ongoing pain.</p> </li> </ul>   <ul>  <li> <p>You will be required to demonstrate development through a competency based evidence gathering process and be supported by experienced staff to do so.</p> </li> </ul>   <ul>  <li> <p>You'll be based at Finchampstead and deliver care in a number of premises across the West of Berkshire as required.</p> </li> </ul>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. </p> <p>Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:</p> <ul>  <li>Caring for and about you is our top priority</li>  <li>Committed to providing good quality, safe services</li>  <li>Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions</li> </ul> <p>Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:</p> <ul>  <li>Flexible working options to support work-life balance</li>  <li>27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell</li>  <li>Generous NHS pension scheme</li>  <li>Excellent learning and career development opportunities</li>  <li>'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles</li>  <li>Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services</li>  <li>Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants</li>  <li>Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality</li>  <li>Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave</li>  <li>Free parking across Trust sites</li> </ul> <p><strong>FOR SECONDMENT ROLES ONLY - If the secondment role becomes permanent, the successful candidate may be offered the permanent position.</strong></p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>09 October 2025</p>

  
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    <p>Agenda for change</p>

    
      
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      <p>Band 7</p>
  
  

  
  
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      £50,008 to £56,908 a year
      
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  <p>Fixed term</p>

  
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    <p>12 months</p>
  

  
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  <p>371-CHS1098-A</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>IPASS</p>
            <p>Wokingham</p>
            <p>RG40 3RG</p>
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    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p>The must haves for this role:</p> <p>High level of experience working in a musculoskeletal setting including assessment and treatment of spinal conditions.</p> <p>Registered and accredited with Health Care Professional Council (HCPC) as a Physiotherapist as well as be registered with the CSP.</p> <p>Experience of working with chronic pain patients and an understanding of the specific needs of this patient group.</p> <p>For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. </p> <p><strong>We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. </strong></p> <p>Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.</p> <p>Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>The must haves for this role:</p> <p>High level of experience working in a musculoskeletal setting including assessment and treatment of spinal conditions.</p> <p>Registered and accredited with Health Care Professional Council (HCPC) as a Physiotherapist as well as be registered with the CSP.</p> <p>Experience of working with chronic pain patients and an understanding of the specific needs of this patient group.</p> <p>For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. </p> <p><strong>We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. </strong></p> <p>Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.</p> <p>Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.</p>
    
  


      
  
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        <li>Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy</li>
        
        <li>Member of HCPC</li>
        
        <li>MSc or formal post-graduate qualification</li>
        
        <li>To have undertaken accredited courses which enable work to be performed at APP level</li>
        
        <li>Significant Post-Graduate training in the specialist field: high level of skills underpinned by experience</li>
        
        <li>Proven record in CPD of relevant area</li>
        
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          <li>Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulations (IRMER) training</li>
          
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        <li>Experience of formal and informal teaching to, colleagues in the physiotherapy department, other AHPs and GPs/Registrars.</li>
        
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            <li>Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulations (IRMER) training</li>
            
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          <li>Expert Knowledge of pathology, assessment, diagnosis and management in the specialist fields of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Pain</li>
          
          <li>Understanding relevant National policies and guidelines relevant to the area</li>
          
          <li>Evidence of own self development through PDP</li>
          
          <li>Evidence of appraising staff</li>
          
          <li>Knowledge and evidence of Audit and Research</li>
          
          <li>Appropriate IT skills</li>
          
          <li>Ability to develop others via CPD/PDP/In-Service training/presentations</li>
          
          <li>Excellent written communication skills to ensure information is understood by patients, referrers and other healthcare professionals.</li>
          
          <li>Exceptional time management, prioritisation and organisation skills</li>
          
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    <p>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.</p>
  

  
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    <p>Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration" target="_blank"> UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
    <p>From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants" target="_blank"> Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
  

  
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      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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        <p>Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration" target="_blank"> UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
        <p>From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants" target="_blank"> Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
      

      
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          Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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    <p>Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>IPASS</p>
            <p>Wokingham</p>
            <p>RG40 3RG</p>
    
  

  
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        <p>Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust</p>
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          <p>IPASS</p>
                    <p>Wokingham</p>
                    <p>RG40 3RG</p>
        
      

      
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            <p><a href="https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed clinician who has experience working with complex cases within the area of community mental health with individuals who struggle with complex trauma, severe mental health illness and / or personality disorder.</p><p>Applications are invited for qualified clinical associate psychologist looking to extend their clinical and team working knowledge and experience.</p><p>The postholder will use a range of evidence-based psychological models and protocols when addressing individualised patient need and critically appraise these models and interventions (e.g. CBT, DBT, CFT) to inform treatment planning and appropriate choice of treatment protocols and understand how to interpret treatment choices with individuals, groups and other healthcare colleagues, when managing complex and chronic needs.</p><p>The role offers exciting opportunities for direct clinical interventions and multi-disciplinary team working, implementing evidence-based programmes of group and individual psychological therapies as well as providing consultation and supervision to other team members. The applicant should have a desire to embrace MDT working, training and team development. The scope of these opportunities will be limited to the postholder's training and experience.</p><p>The CMHT psychology team forms part of the wider Mid &amp; North Area Psychological Therapies Team, a thriving active team of psychologists and psychological therapists who are dedicated to delivering high quality interventions.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>To communicate constructively with a range of healthcare professionals in a variety of services including nurses, social workers, allied health professionals (AHPs) and medical colleagues as part of a multi-professional team</p><p>Link directly with the psychology team, alongside assistant psychologists and trainee clinical psychologists, while reporting to a Clinical Psychologist regarding psychological assessment, formulation and intervention</p><p>Work as part of a multi-professional community team or in specialised clinical settings and liaise with relevant external agencies to facilitate and enable psychological interventions</p><p>Communicate to others the core concepts of psychological theory, research and practice in order to enhance their delivery of psychological interventions.</p><p>To effectively communicate decision making processes which have informed the psychological management of risk; implement and respond appropriately to risk, using appropriate guidance and support, maintaining compliance with service policy and values</p><p>Understand impact of multiple perspectives within the context of multidisciplinary teams</p><p>Explain the rationales to individuals, groups and other healthcare colleagues, for evidence-based psychological treatment models and protocols</p><p>To play an active role in the wider psychology team, attending meetings and CPD as required.</p><p>To be able to communicate with patients and their carers/families who may be distressed</p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.</p><p>With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.</p><p>Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.</p><p>Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.</p>


      
        
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  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>06 October 2025</p>

  
    <h3>Pay scheme</h3>
    <p>Agenda for change</p>

    
      
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      <p>Band 6</p>
  
  

  
  
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      £38,682 to £46,580 a year
      
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  <p>Permanent</p>

  

  
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          Full-time,
        
      
        
          Flexible working
        
      
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  <p>348-MNH-8869</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>68b Junction Road</p>
      <p>68b Junction Road</p>
      <p>Andover</p>
      <p>Hampshire</p>
      <p>SP10 3QX</p>
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    <p>Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.</p><p>We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.</p><p>We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.</p>
    
  


      
  
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        <li>First degree in Psychology</li>
        
        <li>Registered as appropriate with the BPS</li>
        
        <li>Demonstrate study at masters level (120 credits)</li>
        
        <li>Understand British Psychological Society (BPS) Professional Code of Conduct, local and national policies and procedures that define scope of practice</li>
        
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          <li>Registered as appropriate with the BPS</li>
          
          <li>Demonstrate study at masters level (120 credits)</li>
          
          <li>Understand British Psychological Society (BPS) Professional Code of Conduct, local and national policies and procedures that define scope of practice</li>
          
          <li>Understand the range of behavioural change models including health belief models to synthesise best practice in the absence of a strong evidence base, or existence of clinical practice guidelines</li>
          
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      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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          Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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    <p>Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust</p>
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      <p>68b Junction Road</p>
      <p>68b Junction Road</p>
      <p>Andover</p>
      <p>Hampshire</p>
      <p>SP10 3QX</p>
    
  

  
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        <p>Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust</p>
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          <p>68b Junction Road</p>
          <p>68b Junction Road</p>
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          <p>SP10 3QX</p>
        
      

      
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Clinical Associate Psychologist

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p><strong>The Community Therapy Service team in Wallingford is looking for an enthusiastic clinician with an interest in Mental Health to join the team as a Senior Band 6 in a part time capacity of 30 hours per week.</strong></p> <p><strong>Could this be you?</strong></p> <p>We are looking for a senior clinician with a mental health background, who is enthusiastic to develop their clinical practice within innovative and supportive multidisciplinary teams, treating patients in their own homes.</p> <p>The Community Therapy Service aims to provide high quality integrated therapy services working as a key member of the community MDT . We work closely with other multidisciplinary team members, social services and voluntary organisations for adults with a wide range of physical and mental health conditions.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>As a Mental Health Practitioner - Physiotherapist you will provide high quality mental health rehabilitation to patents referred to or within the Community Therapy Service (CTS). You will use your expertise to help support other CTS practitioners achieve rehabilitation goals. In addition to this you will be supporting our community response physical health pathway.</p>
<p>You will also work closely with the Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) to minimise duplication, maximise efficiency and facilitate a seamless pathway between the two services for the patient understanding the roles and responsibilities of the clinicians for establishing and delivering a care plan for the patient.</p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.</p>
<p>Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible</p>
<p>Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:<strong>"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"</strong></p>
<p>Our values are:<strong>"Caring, safe and excellent"</strong></p>
<p>At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Excellent opportunities for career progression</li>
<li>Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development</li>
<li>27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service</li>
<li>NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers</li>
<li>Competitive pension scheme</li>
<li>Lease car scheme</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>Mental Health First Aiders</li>
<li>Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)</li>
<li>Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion team</li>
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  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>09 October 2025</p>

  
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    <p>Agenda for change</p>

    
      
        <h3>Band</h3>
      
      <p>Band 6</p>
  
  

  
  
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      £38,682 to £46,580 a year
      
        Per annum | Pro rata
      
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  <p>Fixed term</p>

  
    <h3 id="contract_duration_heading">Duration</h3>
    <p>12 months</p>
  

  
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          Part-time
        
      
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  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>267-CH7521172</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>Wallingford Community Hospital</p>
      <p>Reading Road</p>
      <p>Wallingford</p>
            <p>OX10 9DU</p>
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    <p>Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is an accelerator site for the Ageing Well national agenda, as part of the NHS Long Term Plan. This offers the opportunity to shape and develop both rapid responsive patient care and supporting patients with rehabilitation in their home environment. We are looking for someone who will be supported to develop their skills in both physical and mental health rehabilitation, in order to provide excellent, holistic care as part of a community MDT.</p> <p>This role will involve the supervision and training of students, junior colleagues and be involved in teaching of multidisciplinary staff. We have excellent CPD opportunities available including CBT training and Masters modules such as frailty management.</p> <p>Working in the community, it is essential for staff to own a car for travel and be able to work across extended hours and seven days in order to meet the needs of our patients.</p> <p>If you are interested in working in the community and would like to discuss other opportunities such as working in another town or job role, other positions may be available so please do contact us to discuss.</p> <p>Please see the job description and person specification attached to this advert for more information on the job role.</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is an accelerator site for the Ageing Well national agenda, as part of the NHS Long Term Plan. This offers the opportunity to shape and develop both rapid responsive patient care and supporting patients with rehabilitation in their home environment. We are looking for someone who will be supported to develop their skills in both physical and mental health rehabilitation, in order to provide excellent, holistic care as part of a community MDT.</p> <p>This role will involve the supervision and training of students, junior colleagues and be involved in teaching of multidisciplinary staff. We have excellent CPD opportunities available including CBT training and Masters modules such as frailty management.</p> <p>Working in the community, it is essential for staff to own a car for travel and be able to work across extended hours and seven days in order to meet the needs of our patients.</p> <p>If you are interested in working in the community and would like to discuss other opportunities such as working in another town or job role, other positions may be available so please do contact us to discuss.</p> <p>Please see the job description and person specification attached to this advert for more information on the job role.</p>
    
  


      
  
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        <li>Nursing/Occupational therapy/Physiotherapy degree or equivalent</li>
        
        <li>NMC/HCPC registration</li>
        
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        <li>Previous NHS or UK Adult Social Care experience</li>
        
        <li>Previous mental health experience  as a band 5 or equivalent</li>
        
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          <li>Good knowledge of rehab &amp; community services</li>
          
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        <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>
        
        <li>Good knowledge and skills in  elderly care/rehabilitation and have  specific clinical expertise in elderly  care and rehabilitation</li>
        
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          <li>Previous NHS or UK Adult Social Care experience</li>
          
          <li>Previous mental health experience  as a band 5 or equivalent</li>
          
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          <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>
          
          <li>Good knowledge and skills in  elderly care/rehabilitation and have  specific clinical expertise in elderly  care and rehabilitation</li>
          
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      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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          Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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    <p>Oxford Health NHS Trust</p>
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      <p>Wallingford Community Hospital</p>
      <p>Reading Road</p>
      <p>Wallingford</p>
            <p>OX10 9DU</p>
    
  

  
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        <p>Oxford Health NHS Trust</p>
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Senior Mental Health Practitioner - Part time - Wallingford

Educational Mental Health Practitioner/Child Wellbeing Practitioner 

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p><strong>Do you want to be part of a service that offers support and understanding to children and young people at one of the most crucial moments in their life?</strong></p>
<p>We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring individual with a passion for improving care for young people with mental health difficulties to join our Swindon CAMHS team and support our Swindon CAMHS Liaison team. You will work closely with the CAMHS Mental Health Liaison Lead and CAMHS Practitioners covering the Mental Health Liaison service at the local acute hospital, Great Western Hospital, and MDT colleagues in Swindon CAMHS.</p>
<p>You will work with children and young people who come to hospital and need mental health assessment and support. In this role every day is different and you will be working with multidisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals and mental health clinicians.</p>
<p>We are recruiting for both permanent and fixed term positions within the team.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>This role will be based at the Great Western Hospital, Swindon and Swindon CAMHS.</p> <p>You will offer emotional support to children, adolescents and/or their parents/carers who are in mental health crisis or those with mental health difficulties who are being supported on the paediatric ward and Emergency Department.</p> <p>You will also work with the wider Swindon CAMHS Community team, including the Eating Disorder team and Learning Disability CAMHS to support assessments and interventions for children and young people referred to CAMHS.</p> <p>You can start getting to know us by having a look at our recruitment video:</p> <p>BSW RECRUITMENT - YouTube</p>   <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles.</p>
<p>Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.</p>
<p>As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"</p>
<p>At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:</p>
<p> Excellent opportunities for career progression</p>
<p> Individual and Trust wide learning and development</p>
<p> 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service</p>
<p> NHS Discount</p>
<p> Pension scheme</p>
<p> Lease car scheme</p>
<p> Employee Assistance Programme</p>
<p> Mental Health First Aiders</p>
<p> Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)</p>
<p> Staff networking and support groups</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>07 October 2025</p>

  
    <h3>Pay scheme</h3>
    <p>Agenda for change</p>

    
      
        <h3>Band</h3>
      
      <p>Band 4</p>
  
  

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
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      £27,485 to £30,162 a year
      
        Per annum  |  pro-rata
      
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  <h3 id="contract_type_heading">Contract</h3>
  <p>Fixed term</p>

  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
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          Full-time
        
      
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  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>267-OC7419133</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
      <p>Swindon CAMHS</p>
      <p>Okus Road</p>
      <p>Swindon</p>
            <p>SN1 4JS</p>
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    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p>You can expect a comprehensive induction programme, including a range of shadowing opportunities to fully support the post holder in the role, ongoing in-house training and opportunities to attend external training. The team fully supports and delivers regular managerial, professional, peer, clinical and safeguarding supervision to build upon confidence, competence, and commitment to developing self and the role.</p>
<p>Typical duties include:</p>
<ul>
<li>To assist the liaison clinicians in their clinical work with children, young people and parents or carers.</li>
<li>To assist qualified clinicians in their training of paediatric and A&amp; E staff.</li>
<li>To work with the The Eating Disorders team and provide meal supports for children and young people with an eating disorder, under the direction of the eating disorder service care coordinator.</li>
<li>To prepare psychoeducational material for children, young people and their families, and for use of other agencies staff, under the supervision of a qualified clinician in the team.</li>
<li>To prepare and organise materials for brief therapeutic input, under the supervision of a qualified clinician in the team.</li>
</ul>
<p>Within the team, we work on a working pattern to provide cover for a core day 8am-8pm Monday-Friday and 10am-6pm Saturday Sunday and Bank Holidays. The working patterns allows team members to work different hours and for days off during the week</p>
  

  
    
      
        Job description
      
    
    
      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p>You can expect a comprehensive induction programme, including a range of shadowing opportunities to fully support the post holder in the role, ongoing in-house training and opportunities to attend external training. The team fully supports and delivers regular managerial, professional, peer, clinical and safeguarding supervision to build upon confidence, competence, and commitment to developing self and the role.</p>
<p>Typical duties include:</p>
<ul>
<li>To assist the liaison clinicians in their clinical work with children, young people and parents or carers.</li>
<li>To assist qualified clinicians in their training of paediatric and A&amp; E staff.</li>
<li>To work with the The Eating Disorders team and provide meal supports for children and young people with an eating disorder, under the direction of the eating disorder service care coordinator.</li>
<li>To prepare psychoeducational material for children, young people and their families, and for use of other agencies staff, under the supervision of a qualified clinician in the team.</li>
<li>To prepare and organise materials for brief therapeutic input, under the supervision of a qualified clinician in the team.</li>
</ul>
<p>Within the team, we work on a working pattern to provide cover for a core day 8am-8pm Monday-Friday and 10am-6pm Saturday Sunday and Bank Holidays. The working patterns allows team members to work different hours and for days off during the week</p>
    
  


      
  
    <h2>Person Specification</h2>
    
    
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          Question 1: Safety
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
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        <li>Can you explain what the key things to consider when completing a safety plan with a young person and their family?</li>
        
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          Question 2:
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
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        <li>Can you describe a successful piece of work you have undertake with a young person or adult, explain how you planned these sessions, what did you do and what skills did you use. On reflection, how would you amend your practice in the future.</li>
        
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        Person Specification
      
    
    
      
      
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            Question 1: Safety
          
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
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          <li>Can you explain what the key things to consider when completing a safety plan with a young person and their family?</li>
          
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            Question 2:
          
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
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          <li>Can you describe a successful piece of work you have undertake with a young person or adult, explain how you planned these sessions, what did you do and what skills did you use. On reflection, how would you amend your practice in the future.</li>
          
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    <h3 id="dbs-message">Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3>
    <p>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.</p>
  

  

  


 

      
  
    <h2>Employer details</h2>
    <h3>Employer name</h3>
    <p>Oxford Health NHS Trust</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>Swindon CAMHS</p>
      <p>Okus Road</p>
      <p>Swindon</p>
            <p>SN1 4JS</p>
    
  

  
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        <h2>Employer details</h2>
        <h3>Employer name</h3>
        <p>Oxford Health NHS Trust</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>Swindon CAMHS</p>
          <p>Okus Road</p>
          <p>Swindon</p>
                    <p>SN1 4JS</p>
        
      

      
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        <h3 id="employer_website_heading">Employer's website</h3>
          
            <p><a href="https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk" target="_blank">https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

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