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<h2>Job overview</h2>Millfield Prep School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Part-Time Counsellor to support the emotional wellbeing of our pupils and contribute to our inclusive, caring community.<br>In this vital role, you will provide one-to-one short-term counselling for pupils facing challenges such as bereavement, family stress or friendship difficulties, as well as time-limited support for those with ongoing mental health needs. You will maintain confidential records and assessments, liaise with staff, parents and external professionals, and play an active part in wellbeing initiatives across the school.<br>We are looking for someone who is empathetic, patient and resilient, with a counselling qualification recognised by BACP or UKCP, specific child and adolescent training, and experience working with young people. Accreditation (or working towards accreditation) with BACP or UKCP is essential.<br>Hours: 8–10 per week (term time only, flexible – to be agreed at interview).&nbsp;Please include your preferred working days and hours in your application.<br>In return, we offer a competitive salary, access to school facilities, freshly prepared lunches for £10 per month, and staff discounts via our employee assistance programme. Most importantly, you will join a forward-thinking school that places pupil wellbeing at its heart.<b><br></b><b>About Us</b><br>Millfield Prep offers an exceptional, all-round educational experience that puts the individual at the centre, in order to develop and discover their brilliance. Nestled in the beautiful Somerset countryside beneath Glastonbury Tor, Millfield Prep is an independent, co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 2-13, founded in 1945. We provide the ideal environment in which to grow up, foster a love of learning and create lifelong childhood memories.<b><br></b><b>Closing date: Noon on Wednesday 29 October 2025.</b><b><br></b><b>Please note that applications will be considered on receipt, and as a result the vacancy may close early should an appointment be made. As such we would recommend submitting your application as soon as possible.</b><i><br></i><i>Millfield School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We are a community that celebrates diversity, supporting our pupils and employees to be brilliant as individuals.</i><i><br></i><i>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Specific safeguarding responsibilities for this position are outlined in the job description. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks including, but not limited to, Enhanced DBS clearance. All positions within the school are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.</i><i><br></i><i>Be kind, be individual, be brilliant. Millfield School, where being an individual is recognised as the key to brilliance.</i><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br>

Counsellor

<p>We have a superb opportunity for A fantastic opportunity for a qualified&nbsp;<strong>Occupational Health Nurse</strong>&nbsp;has arisen to cover face to face / immunisation appointments (both PAM and client site) in&nbsp;<strong>Taunton/Bath/Bristol/Yeovil</strong>.The role is based from our client sites as required and within an hours travel time from home. PAM Group provide Occupational Health services to a number of well known companies, brands &amp; local authorities across the UK.</p><p>Working hours are 8 hours per day. Full time (Mon to Fri) no weekends</p><p>You will have:</p><p><strong>An RGN with experience of delivering immunisations/ vaccinations. Would suit a Practice Nurse or a Travel Nurse</strong></p><p><strong>Hold a valid NMC &amp; DBS no restrictions</strong></p><p><strong>Have a minimum of 6 months UK based work experience</strong></p><p><strong>Driving license &amp; access to a vehicle</strong></p><p>The role:</p><p>Immunisations and vaccinations experience essential. Health surveillance, phlebotomy – desirable as training can be given. Effective communicator with strong listening and empathetic skills as well as the ability to influence and engage with others. Have experience dealing with complex health issues. Effective Report Writing Skills. Great Communication skills. Good Organisational and time management skills.</p><p><strong>OH experience which may include:</strong></p><p>An understanding of immunisation schedules as well as experience of administering vaccinations. Venepuncture skills. Understanding of inoculation injuries. Health Surveillance eg audio/spirometry. Clinical, Clinical immunisation delivery, Venepuncture, Health Surveillance, Follow up test results, Administrative tasks using bespoke OH software</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p>£34,000 plus £2k car allowance, business mileage allowance, an extensive benefits package &amp; career progression opportunities</p><p><strong>How many Appointments each day?</strong>&nbsp;This is variable dependent on the client</p><p><strong>How the day tends to be structured?</strong>&nbsp;Usual time of clinics is 9-5 but this can be negotiable with the client and successful clinician. Half an hour for lunch per day.</p><p><strong>Who working with?</strong>&nbsp;Initial induction period and shadowing sessions will be arranged. Working within PAM clinics will allow for team working. Client site working tends to be lone working.</p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p>We pay your auto-enrollment pension contribution of 8%, you can also make enhanced contributions which are matched up to a further 5%</p><p>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days (FTE)</p><p>Life insurance scheme valued at 4x your annual salary</p><p>Health Cash Plan Scheme, which covers you for things like Opticians, Dental Treatment and even Physio if needed!</p><p>Perkbox membership with amazing discounts on things like food and drink, retail and days out, all through our rewards scheme</p><p>Long service rewards &amp; flexible Working Hours</p><p>Access to a 24/7 EAP Counselling line and a 24/7 GP line and wellness support</p><p>Support with training and development</p><p>Group Income Protection</p><p><strong>About us:</strong></p><p>At PAM we are passionate about people and delivering our Everyday Things That Matter Values and Behaviours to our customers and our colleagues. Our cultural philosophy is based on putting our people first, creating high performing teams who deliver great services for our clients. We’re looking for driven and ambitious professionals to join our team, who are just as passionate about our philosophy and values as we are:</p><p>Hard Work &amp; Enthusiasm; we believe hard work should be rewarded, we go the extra mile to achieve our goas and support each other and enthusiasm and passion are part of our DNA. Teamwork &amp; Friendship; our colleagues share a sense of belonging; we understand collaborative working means better decisions making and we support each other to achieve common goals. v Loyalty &amp; Improvement; we are dedicated to personal and professional development.</p>

PAM Wellness

Occupational Health Nurse - Ims & Vacs

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>This is an exciting opportunity to join the dynamic and highly specialist Forensic Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (FCAMHS), a regional team that sits alongside Somerset CAMHS and supports young people across Somerset, Devon and Cornwall. The service works with children and young people presenting with forensic risks and complex mental health and/or neurodevelopmental needs. This role is offered on a part-time basis, working 4 days per week (30 hours).</p><p>As a Research Assistant Psychologist, you'll play a key role in supporting the team's delivery of a Randomised Controlled Trial of Mentalization-Based Therapy with young people under FCAMHS. You'll be part of a compassionate, multi-disciplinary team that includes nursing, occupational therapy, social work, psychiatry and psychology. This is an ideal role for a psychology graduates looking to gain valuable experience in forensic and child mental health services, and to develop further skills in research and service development.</p><p>This post may close early as the number of applicants is capped: So don't hesitate to apply if you can see yourself playing a part in this influential and energised FCAMHS.</p><p>A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes are essential for this role.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <ul><li>Support the delivery of MBT therapies as part of a national RCT, under supervision of a clinical/forensic psychologist.</li><li>Monitor, document and report adherence to the research protocol in line with Good Clinical Practice.</li><li>Assist in recruitment of participants for the RCT.</li><li>Administer psychometric instruments and conduct specialised clinical assessments.</li><li>Provide consultation and advice to professionals working with the FCAMHS cohort.</li><li>Engage in regular supervision and contribute to service development and evaluation.</li><li>Liaise with partner agencies, including youth justice services and other mental health professionals.</li><li>Analyse and present data using appropriate formats (e.g. reports, presentations).</li><li>Attend internal and external meetings, consultations and supervisions.</li></ul>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>At <strong>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</strong>, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:</p><ul><li><strong>Flexible working options</strong> to help you balance work and life</li><li><strong>NHS pension scheme</strong> for long-term financial security</li><li><strong>Generous annual leave allowance</strong> to recharge and relax</li><li>A strong focus on <strong>career development</strong> to help you grow and achieve your potential</li></ul><p>Additionally, you'll gain access to our <strong>Blue Light Card</strong>, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.</p><p>We are proud to foster a <strong>diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce</strong>, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.</p><p><strong>Why Somerset?</strong> Somerset offers the perfect blend of <strong>idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty</strong>, and <strong>breathtaking coastlines</strong>, with vibrant cities like <strong>Bristol</strong>, <strong>Bath</strong>, and <strong>Exeter </strong>just a short drive away - and only two hours to <strong>London</strong>.</p><p>The region is home to excellent <strong>educational facilities</strong>, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.</p><p><strong>Somerset truly has it all</strong> - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>10 October 2025</p>

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

    
      
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      <p>Band 5</p>
  
  

  
  
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      £31,049 to £37,796 a year
      
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  <p>Fixed term</p>

  
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    <p>20 months</p>
  

  
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  <p>184-OL-GR-3331</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>The Horizon Centre</p>
      <p>Bathpool</p>
      <p>Taunton</p>
      <p>Somerset</p>
      <p>TA2 8BY</p>
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          <p>Trustwide</p>
          <p>The Crescent</p>
          <p>Taunton</p>
          <p>Somerset</p>
          <p>TA1 4DY</p>
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    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p>You will be based at <strong>Foundation House</strong> and work across the South West region. The role involves:</p><ul><li>Delivering evidence-based assessments and interventions for young people with complex forensic and mental health needs.</li><li>Supporting transitions for young people moving out of secure settings.</li><li>Working within a psychologically informed, multi-disciplinary team.</li><li>Engaging in service development projects, including data management and analysis.</li><li>Participating in audit and research activities, including service evaluation using qualitative and quantitative methods.</li><li>Supporting the wider FCAMHS team in training and consultation roles.</li><li>Maintaining accurate records and adhering to confidentiality and safeguarding policies.</li><li>Promoting equality, diversity, and sustainability in all aspects of your work.</li></ul>
  

  
    
      
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      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p>You will be based at <strong>Foundation House</strong> and work across the South West region. The role involves:</p><ul><li>Delivering evidence-based assessments and interventions for young people with complex forensic and mental health needs.</li><li>Supporting transitions for young people moving out of secure settings.</li><li>Working within a psychologically informed, multi-disciplinary team.</li><li>Engaging in service development projects, including data management and analysis.</li><li>Participating in audit and research activities, including service evaluation using qualitative and quantitative methods.</li><li>Supporting the wider FCAMHS team in training and consultation roles.</li><li>Maintaining accurate records and adhering to confidentiality and safeguarding policies.</li><li>Promoting equality, diversity, and sustainability in all aspects of your work.</li></ul>
    
  


      
  
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        <li>First degree in psychology (first or upper second).</li>
        
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          <li>Training in psychosocial interventions (e.g. CBT).</li>
          
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        <li>Experience of working within NHS mental health services.</li>
        
        <li>Experience of working therapeutically in a clinical setting.</li>
        
        <li>Experience in producing written reports/projects/papers.</li>
        
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          <li>Post-graduate experience of research, audit and service evaluation.</li>
          
          <li>Experience of work with people with severe mental health problems.</li>
          
          <li>Experience of service development.</li>
          
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          <li>Experience of working within NHS mental health services.</li>
          
          <li>Experience of working therapeutically in a clinical setting.</li>
          
          <li>Experience in producing written reports/projects/papers.</li>
          
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            <li>Post-graduate experience of research, audit and service evaluation.</li>
            
            <li>Experience of work with people with severe mental health problems.</li>
            
            <li>Experience of service development.</li>
            
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          <li>A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes are essential for this role.</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>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</p>
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      <p>The Horizon Centre</p>
      <p>Bathpool</p>
      <p>Taunton</p>
      <p>Somerset</p>
      <p>TA2 8BY</p>
    
  

  
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        <p>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</p>
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          <p>The Horizon Centre</p>
          <p>Bathpool</p>
          <p>Taunton</p>
          <p>Somerset</p>
          <p>TA2 8BY</p>
        
      

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

NHS Jobs

Forensic CAMHS - Research Assistant Psychologist

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Senior Mental Health Practitioner / Supervisor (SMHP) to join our Mental Health Support Team (MHST) within Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.</p><p>This is a varied and rewarding role, where you will hold a small clinical caseload of children and young people (CYP) with low to moderate mental health concerns, deliver early interventions in line with the CAMHS model, and provide up to 10 sessions per young person. You will also provide high-quality clinical supervision to Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHPs) and trainees, in line with university guidance, and be supported to complete the CYP-IAPT Supervisory Course as part of your role.</p><p>You will act as a key link between education settings and MHST, offering consultation, advice, signposting, and resources to support a whole-school approach to mental health and wellbeing. Working closely with schools, GPs, social care, public health, and other partners, you will contribute to improving outcomes for children and young people across your locality.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <ul><li><p>Hold a small clinical caseload of CYP with low to moderate mental health needs, delivering short-term, evidence-based interventions.</p></li><li><p>Provide regular case management supervision, clinical oversight, and skills training to EMHPs and trainees.</p></li><li><p>Successfully complete theCYP-IAPT supervisory course and apply supervision skills in practice.</p></li><li><p>Act as a main point of contact between education settings and MHST, offering advice, consultation, and signposting to other services.</p></li><li><p>Build and maintain strong working relationships with schools, GPs, social care, public health, and voluntary sector partners.</p></li><li><p>Support the development and delivery of whole-school approaches to mental health and wellbeing.</p></li><li><p>Participate in service evaluation, audit, and clinical governance to ensure high-quality provision.</p></li><li><p>Maintain accurate records, reports, and statistical data in line with Trust and professional standards.</p></li></ul>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>"Working for the MHST for 3 years has been both interesting and challenging. As a Health Visitor in background, I am not the typical SMHP but with listening skills and training in some CBT previously, the University's Low Intensity Supervisors course developed my expertise alongside a supportive environment. Liaising with Mental Health Leads in schools, to identify Whole School Approaches, early interventions to children and their families, within the broader context of CAMHS has been enlightening." - JC</p><p>Would you like to work in one of the most desirable places within the UK?</p><p>Working here in Somerset you can soak up all that the idyllic countryside has to offer with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.</p><p>There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You get to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!</p>


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

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

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

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
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      £38,682 to £46,580 a year
      
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  <p>Permanent</p>

  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
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  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>184-OL-GR-3052</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
      <p>The Horizon Centre</p>
      <p>Bathpool</p>
      <p>Taunton</p>
      <p>Somerset</p>
      <p>TA2 8BY</p>
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    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p>As a Senior Mental Health Practitioner / Supervisor within MHST, you will:</p><ul><li><p>Clinical Work - Deliver assessment, treatment, and evaluation for a small number of CYP referred to MHST, using a range of low-intensity, evidence-based interventions. Work in partnership with families, carers, and schools to develop and review care plans, ensuring that support is tailored to the needs of each young person.</p></li><li><p>Supervision - Provide structured clinical supervision to EMHPs and trainees, ensuring adherence to supervision models taught through the CYP-IAPT course. Support practitioners in their professional development and uphold high clinical standards.</p></li><li><p>Consultation and Advice - Offer expert advice to education staff, helping them to identify mental health concerns early, respond effectively, and access appropriate support pathways. Share up-to-date resources, guidance, and signposting options.</p></li><li><p>Partnership Working - Build collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, including schools, GPs, social care, and voluntary sector partners, to ensure joined-up care for CYP.</p></li><li><p>Whole-School Approach - Contribute to the development and delivery of initiatives that promote mental health and wellbeing across school communities.</p></li><li><p>Service Development and Governance - Contribute to the development of clinical protocols, training packages, and evaluation tools. Participate in audits, service reviews, and governance activities to drive continuous improvement.</p></li><li><p>Training and CPD - Maintain professional development through training, supervision, and reflective practice. Deliver training packages to schools and partner agencies on topics related to CYP mental health.</p></li><li><p>Safeguarding - Act in line with safeguarding legislation and local procedures, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people is always prioritised.</p></li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity to combine clinical practice, supervision, and partnership work to make a lasting difference to the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people in Somerset.</p>
  

  
    
      
        Job description
      
    
    
      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p>As a Senior Mental Health Practitioner / Supervisor within MHST, you will:</p><ul><li><p>Clinical Work - Deliver assessment, treatment, and evaluation for a small number of CYP referred to MHST, using a range of low-intensity, evidence-based interventions. Work in partnership with families, carers, and schools to develop and review care plans, ensuring that support is tailored to the needs of each young person.</p></li><li><p>Supervision - Provide structured clinical supervision to EMHPs and trainees, ensuring adherence to supervision models taught through the CYP-IAPT course. Support practitioners in their professional development and uphold high clinical standards.</p></li><li><p>Consultation and Advice - Offer expert advice to education staff, helping them to identify mental health concerns early, respond effectively, and access appropriate support pathways. Share up-to-date resources, guidance, and signposting options.</p></li><li><p>Partnership Working - Build collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, including schools, GPs, social care, and voluntary sector partners, to ensure joined-up care for CYP.</p></li><li><p>Whole-School Approach - Contribute to the development and delivery of initiatives that promote mental health and wellbeing across school communities.</p></li><li><p>Service Development and Governance - Contribute to the development of clinical protocols, training packages, and evaluation tools. Participate in audits, service reviews, and governance activities to drive continuous improvement.</p></li><li><p>Training and CPD - Maintain professional development through training, supervision, and reflective practice. Deliver training packages to schools and partner agencies on topics related to CYP mental health.</p></li><li><p>Safeguarding - Act in line with safeguarding legislation and local procedures, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people is always prioritised.</p></li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity to combine clinical practice, supervision, and partnership work to make a lasting difference to the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people in Somerset.</p>
    
  


      
  
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        <li>Qualification in nursing, social work, occupational or family therapy, child psychology, or equivalent field.</li>
        
        <li>Current core registration with a relevant professional body.</li>
        
        <li>To have training in and/or substantial experience in the use of behaviour and or brief/solution focused techniques with children and families.</li>
        
        <li>Evidence of previous and ongoing commitment to continuous professional development.</li>
        
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          <li>Qualification in CBT/ Counselling / psychotherapy / behaviour modification / social skills or group therapy</li>
          
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        <li>Significant post-qualifying experience of working with children and young people with mental health difficulties</li>
        
        <li>Previous experience in a children's service which preferably includes liaising and advice giving to referrers and clients at the point of entry to a service.</li>
        
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          <li>Experience in facilitation or delivery of training</li>
          
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        <li>Evidence of the ability to assist in supervising, and guiding the administrative support dedicated to this post, and to work harmoniously with colleague's, clients and referrers under pressure in a multi-disciplinary team setting.</li>
        
        <li>Ability to work both assertively and with awareness of one's limitations; excellent telephone, face to face and written communication skills with children and young people, carers and referrers.</li>
        
        <li>Ability to travel around the county and outside base frequently given the community based nature of this post.</li>
        
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          <li>Current core registration with a relevant professional body.</li>
          
          <li>To have training in and/or substantial experience in the use of behaviour and or brief/solution focused techniques with children and families.</li>
          
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          <h4>Desirable</h4>
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            <li>Qualification in CBT/ Counselling / psychotherapy / behaviour modification / social skills or group therapy</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_2">
          
            Experience
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Significant post-qualifying experience of working with children and young people with mental health difficulties</li>
          
          <li>Previous experience in a children's service which preferably includes liaising and advice giving to referrers and clients at the point of entry to a service.</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>Experience in facilitation or delivery of training</li>
            
            <li>Experience and/or qualifications in one or more of the following areas would be desirable: Cognitive Therapy/Counselling/Psychotherapy; Behaviour Modification; Social Skills or Group Therapy; Family Therapy.</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_3">
          
            Additional Criteria
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Evidence of the ability to assist in supervising, and guiding the administrative support dedicated to this post, and to work harmoniously with colleague's, clients and referrers under pressure in a multi-disciplinary team setting.</li>
          
          <li>Ability to work both assertively and with awareness of one's limitations; excellent telephone, face to face and written communication skills with children and young people, carers and referrers.</li>
          
          <li>Ability to travel around the county and outside base frequently given the community based nature of this post.</li>
          
          <li>Ability to frequently work from home to complete administration and video meetings.</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
      
    
  



      
  
    <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="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
    <p>
      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>
    </p>
  


 
  
    
      
        Additional information
      
    
    
      
        <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="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
        <p>
          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>
        </p>
      
    
  


      
  
    <h2>Employer details</h2>
    <h3>Employer name</h3>
    <p>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>The Horizon Centre</p>
      <p>Bathpool</p>
      <p>Taunton</p>
      <p>Somerset</p>
      <p>TA2 8BY</p>
    
  

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

  



  
      
        <h2>Employer details</h2>
        <h3>Employer name</h3>
        <p>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>The Horizon Centre</p>
          <p>Bathpool</p>
          <p>Taunton</p>
          <p>Somerset</p>
          <p>TA2 8BY</p>
        
      

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

Senior Mental Health Practitioner - CAMHS MHST

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>We're delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a skilled and compassionate Band 8a Clinical Psychologist to join our Children's Eating Disorder Service (CEDS), part of Somerset CAMHS - rated "Outstanding" by the CQC.</p><p>About Us</p><p>CEDS provides specialist assessment and treatment for children and young people with eating disorders, alongside their families. We are a close-knit, MDT-driven team committed to evidence-based, developmentally informed, and psychologically led care.</p><p>About the Role</p><p>We're seeking a Clinical Psychologist with experience or strong interest in working with eating disorders in children and adolescents. You will:</p><ul><li>Provide psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention using evidence-based models such as CBT-E, family-based treatment, and third-wave approaches.</li><li>Contribute to MDT case discussions, treatment planning, and delivery of home and clinic-based interventions.</li><li>Offer psychological thinking and leadership across the team, supporting reflective practice and clinical formulation.</li><li>Deliver supervision and consultation to colleagues, and support the development of psychologically informed care pathways.</li><li>Work collaboratively with families, supporting systemic and relational approaches to recovery.</li></ul><p>This is a rewarding time to join a service where clinical psychology is highly valued. You'll have the opportunity to shape service delivery and contribute to ongoing innovation in eating disorder care for young people.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>You'll be responsible for delivering a high quality, comprehensive community mental health service for children and young people experiencing eating disorders and eating difficulties.</p><p>This role involves the provision of supervision and support for multi-disciplinary members of the team, consultation with multi-agency colleagues, direct clinical work, and teaching and training.</p><p>There is also the opportunity and support for further training as required. You will be part of the CEDS senior management team and contribute to service improvement and development. There are strong links with the wider psychology teams across children and young people's services.</p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping &amp; leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>10 October 2025</p>

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

    
      
        <h3>Band</h3>
      
      <p>Band 8a</p>
  
  

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
    <p>
      £55,690 to £62,682 a year
      
    </p>
  
  

  <h3 id="contract_type_heading">Contract</h3>
  <p>Permanent</p>

  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
    <p>
      
        
          Full-time
        
      
    </p>
  

  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>184-OL-GR-2981</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
      <p>Foundation House</p>
      <p>Wellsprings Road</p>
      <p>Taunton</p>
      <p>Somerset</p>
      <p>TA2 7PQ</p>
      <br>
      
        
      
    
  

      

      
  
    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p><strong>Clinical Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Providing specialist psychological assessment, clinical formulation and a range of psychological interventions for children and adolescents with eating disorder and eating related difficulties and those with co-morbid complex mental health problems and their family/carers.</li><li>Implementing a psychological service for young people and their carers, as part of a personal case load.</li><li>To formulate and implement plans for the psychological treatment of a client's eating disorder in a holistic manner, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework of the client's problems and employing methods of proven efficacy according to research informed national guidelines.</li><li>To liaise with appropriate professionals and take a lead in multi-disciplinary case discussions/planning meetings.</li><li>To provide specialist consultancy to the multi-disciplinary team and other professionals about problem assessment, formulation, and therapeutic interventions and client management.</li></ul><p><strong>Service Development</strong></p><ul><li>To work with the team and managers about service priorities, effective implementation of best practice guidelines and propose potential service developments.</li><li>Contribute to strategic planning as part of regular Senior Leadership team meetings in CEDS.</li><li>To develop or co-ordinate provision of specialist service developments/ care packages or an aspect of the service as appropriate.</li><li>To supervise junior colleagues in collating audit data on outcomes and service provision audits.</li></ul><p>Please see attached JD for further details of the job and person specification.</p>
  

  
    
      
        Job description
      
    
    
      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p><strong>Clinical Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Providing specialist psychological assessment, clinical formulation and a range of psychological interventions for children and adolescents with eating disorder and eating related difficulties and those with co-morbid complex mental health problems and their family/carers.</li><li>Implementing a psychological service for young people and their carers, as part of a personal case load.</li><li>To formulate and implement plans for the psychological treatment of a client's eating disorder in a holistic manner, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework of the client's problems and employing methods of proven efficacy according to research informed national guidelines.</li><li>To liaise with appropriate professionals and take a lead in multi-disciplinary case discussions/planning meetings.</li><li>To provide specialist consultancy to the multi-disciplinary team and other professionals about problem assessment, formulation, and therapeutic interventions and client management.</li></ul><p><strong>Service Development</strong></p><ul><li>To work with the team and managers about service priorities, effective implementation of best practice guidelines and propose potential service developments.</li><li>Contribute to strategic planning as part of regular Senior Leadership team meetings in CEDS.</li><li>To develop or co-ordinate provision of specialist service developments/ care packages or an aspect of the service as appropriate.</li><li>To supervise junior colleagues in collating audit data on outcomes and service provision audits.</li></ul><p>Please see attached JD for further details of the job and person specification.</p>
    
  


      
  
    <h2>Person Specification</h2>
    
    
      <h3 id="skill_category_1">
        
          Qualifications
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, or equivalent.</li>
        
        <li>Valid professional registration with HCPC.</li>
        
        <li>Specialist training and/or experience in interventions appropriate for eating disorders.</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Clinical supervision experience and training.</li>
          
          <li>Relevant Specialist CPD qualification.</li>
          
        </ul>
      
    
    
      <h3 id="skill_category_2">
        
          Experience
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>High level competence in core psychological assessment, formulation and intervention skills.</li>
        
        <li>Clinical or audit work in the field of eating disorders.</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Further training in specialist area.</li>
          
          <li>Multidisciplinary work with young people and families.</li>
          
          <li>Significant experience in assessing and managing risk.</li>
          
          <li>Experience of supervising others.</li>
          
        </ul>
      
    
    
      <h3 id="skill_category_3">
        
          Additional Criteria
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Advanced neuropsychological assessment and formulation skills.</li>
        
        <li>Highly developed in depth knowledge of specialist therapeutic interventions underpinned by comprehensive theoretical knowledge.</li>
        
        <li>Ability to communicate technical and clinically sensitive information to young people and families who maybe presenting in distress.</li>
        
        <li>Exceptional interpersonal skills demonstrating compassion, empathy and an ability to remain calm in challenging situations.</li>
        
        <li>Full UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes.</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
    
  


  
    
      
        Person Specification
      
    
    
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_1">
          
            Qualifications
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, or equivalent.</li>
          
          <li>Valid professional registration with HCPC.</li>
          
          <li>Specialist training and/or experience in interventions appropriate for eating disorders.</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>Clinical supervision experience and training.</li>
            
            <li>Relevant Specialist CPD qualification.</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_2">
          
            Experience
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>High level competence in core psychological assessment, formulation and intervention skills.</li>
          
          <li>Clinical or audit work in the field of eating disorders.</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>Further training in specialist area.</li>
            
            <li>Multidisciplinary work with young people and families.</li>
            
            <li>Significant experience in assessing and managing risk.</li>
            
            <li>Experience of supervising others.</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_3">
          
            Additional Criteria
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Advanced neuropsychological assessment and formulation skills.</li>
          
          <li>Highly developed in depth knowledge of specialist therapeutic interventions underpinned by comprehensive theoretical knowledge.</li>
          
          <li>Ability to communicate technical and clinically sensitive information to young people and families who maybe presenting in distress.</li>
          
          <li>Exceptional interpersonal skills demonstrating compassion, empathy and an ability to remain calm in challenging situations.</li>
          
          <li>Full UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes.</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
      
    
  



      
  
    <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="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
    <p>
      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>
    </p>
  


 
  
    
      
        Additional information
      
    
    
      
        <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="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
        <p>
          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>
        </p>
      
    
  


      
  
    <h2>Employer details</h2>
    <h3>Employer name</h3>
    <p>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>Foundation House</p>
      <p>Wellsprings Road</p>
      <p>Taunton</p>
      <p>Somerset</p>
      <p>TA2 7PQ</p>
    
  

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

  



  
      
        <h2>Employer details</h2>
        <h3>Employer name</h3>
        <p>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>Foundation House</p>
          <p>Wellsprings Road</p>
          <p>Taunton</p>
          <p>Somerset</p>
          <p>TA2 7PQ</p>
        
      

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

Clinical Psychologist - CAMHS Children's Eating Disorder Service

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>We are looking for a compassionate, enthusiastic and caring Healthcare Assistant, who is reliable and flexible to join our Dementia and Delirium Team.</p><p>As part of our vision to provide excellence in Dementia and Delirium care for all our patients across the organisation, the Dementia and Delirium team have an exciting opportunity for a Dementia Support Worker to join their team within Somerset Foundation Trust. We are looking for dedicated individuals, who enjoy engaging with patients with a cognitive impairment and is committed to providing individualised care.</p><p>The role will entail working across all inpatient's wards within acute and community services to support patients and wards staff in caring for those who have dementia and are at risk of developing a delirium. It will involve helping to develop care plans and personalised meaningful activities, meaning excellent communication skills are essential. The successful candidate will need to be confident in liaising with families and carer's of patients. The role would include working with the wider MTD sharing assessments and knowledge to help facilitate appropriate discharges in a timely manner</p><p>If you have good interpersonal and organisational skills, enjoy a challenge and have a passion to deliver a high standard of patient care, then this is the opportunity for you!</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>To be responsible for organising and planning your own caseload delegated by and in discussion with, senior team members to meet service and patient priorities, readjusting plans as situations change/arise.</p><p>To ensure that your own practice always meets Trust standards and is in line with Trust</p><p>To ensure your own ongoing personal/professional development by attending courses, clinical supervision and peer supervision on a regular basis.</p><p>To comply with the Trust and departmental policies and procedures</p><p>To be able operate appropriate Information and Digital Technology systems to contribute to record keeping and data analysis, under guidance from Trust Policy.</p><p>Work with patients with dementia to improve their mental health, physical health, and wellbeing through therapeutic activities</p><p>Be confident in working with patients who have behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia and be able to support ward staff with management strategies.</p><p>Assist to identify patients who are admitted with a dementia or delirium and proactively make contact with them and their family/carers</p><p>Ensure that appropriate documentation and flagging is in place and appropriate referrals are made</p><p>Liaise with wards to ensure 'What matters to me' documents are meaningfully completed</p><p>Establish relationships with patients and identify ways to support them whilst in hospital, regularly engaging with individuals and their families/carer.</p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>02 October 2025</p>

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

    
      
        <h3>Band</h3>
      
      <p>Band 3</p>
  
  

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
    <p>
      £24,625 to £25,674 a year
      
    </p>
  
  

  <h3 id="contract_type_heading">Contract</h3>
  <p>Permanent</p>

  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
    <p>
      
        
          Full-time,
        
      
        
          Part-time,
        
      
        
          Job share
        
      
    </p>
  

  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>184-OL-BL-3302</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
      <p>Musgrove Park Hospital</p>
      <p>Musgrove Road</p>
      <p>Taunton</p>
      <p>Somerset</p>
      <p>TA1 5DA</p>
      <br>
      
        
          
          <p>Yeovil District Hospital</p>
          <p>Higher Kingston</p>
          <p>Yeovil</p>
          <p>Somerset</p>
          <p>BA21 4AT</p>
          <br>
        
      
    
  

      

      
  
    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p>Please see attached Job Description for more information as well as a full list of duties and responsibilities.</p>
  

  
    
      
        Job description
      
    
    
      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p>Please see attached Job Description for more information as well as a full list of duties and responsibilities.</p>
    
  


      
  
    <h2>Person Specification</h2>
    
    
      <h3 id="skill_category_1">
        
          Qualifications
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Adult/elderly rehabilitation, nursing, care worker experience</li>
        
        <li>Post holder will be required to achieve NVQ 2/3 or equivalent in care/rehabilitation if not already held</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
    
    
      <h3 id="skill_category_2">
        
          Experience
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Sound patient interviewing skills. Basic computer skills.</li>
        
        <li>Professional and patient focussed approach with inspirational skills, acting as a role model to colleagues and junior staff members</li>
        
        <li>Ability to implement basic treatment plans with appropriate support from the therapist.</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
    
    
      <h3 id="skill_category_3">
        
          Additional Criteria
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills</li>
        
        <li>Good time management</li>
        
        <li>Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the patients.</li>
        
        <li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li>
        
        <li>Good verbal and written communication</li>
        
        <li>Appropriate use of initiative and ability to work as integrated team member or under own initiative.</li>
        
        <li>Willingness to learn and develop new skills</li>
        
        <li>To be able to demonstrate an awareness and responsibility whilst recognising the impact frequent exposure to distressing circumstances has on care and compassion.</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
    
  


  
    
      
        Person Specification
      
    
    
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_1">
          
            Qualifications
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Adult/elderly rehabilitation, nursing, care worker experience</li>
          
          <li>Post holder will be required to achieve NVQ 2/3 or equivalent in care/rehabilitation if not already held</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_2">
          
            Experience
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Sound patient interviewing skills. Basic computer skills.</li>
          
          <li>Professional and patient focussed approach with inspirational skills, acting as a role model to colleagues and junior staff members</li>
          
          <li>Ability to implement basic treatment plans with appropriate support from the therapist.</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_3">
          
            Additional Criteria
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills</li>
          
          <li>Good time management</li>
          
          <li>Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the patients.</li>
          
          <li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li>
          
          <li>Good verbal and written communication</li>
          
          <li>Appropriate use of initiative and ability to work as integrated team member or under own initiative.</li>
          
          <li>Willingness to learn and develop new skills</li>
          
          <li>To be able to demonstrate an awareness and responsibility whilst recognising the impact frequent exposure to distressing circumstances has on care and compassion.</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
      
    
  



      
  
    <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>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>Musgrove Park Hospital</p>
      <p>Musgrove Road</p>
      <p>Taunton</p>
      <p>Somerset</p>
      <p>TA1 5DA</p>
    
  

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

  



  
      
        <h2>Employer details</h2>
        <h3>Employer name</h3>
        <p>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>Musgrove Park Hospital</p>
          <p>Musgrove Road</p>
          <p>Taunton</p>
          <p>Somerset</p>
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Support Worker in Dementia and Delirium Care(Copy)

<p>Are you an experienced Mental Health Nurse looking for a new opportunity where you will be valued and invested in, with opportunities to develop and grow your career to achieve your goals? Do you want to work in an environment where kindness and teamwork defines your day-to-day? Then join the team at Wellesley Hospital in Wellington and come and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like. </p> <p>As an experienced Mental Health Nurse from the NHS or private sector in the UK, you can join a multidisciplinary team that works well together to change lives for the better as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society. Your career at Elysium will be rewarding and fulfilled, where you can take pride in knowing that you've made a difference. While you're caring for service users, improving their lives and looking out for your colleagues, we'll be looking after you. With Wellbeing support and activities to support your mental health, a range of benefits that can save you money and make a difference, and development to nurture your career. </p> <p><strong>What you will be doing</strong></p> <p>As a qualified Mental Health Nurse (RMN), you will ensure men and women with mental health conditions in Mental Health service receive high-quality care, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting positive teamwork.</p> <p>The wards are busy, with plenty to keep you engaged and motivated, and a good amount of routine and variety. Your day-to-day will include: </p> <ul> <li>Providing high-quality, effective and compassionate nursing care to service users</li><li>Being responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care</li><li>Providing mentorship and support to team members</li><li>Observing, recording and reporting all service user changes, and maintaining accurate records of care provided</li></ul> <p><strong>Skills and knowledge you will have:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A relevant nursing qualification</li><li>NMC registration</li><li>Strong team-working skills</li><li>A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach</li><li>A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate</li><li>A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice</li></ul> <p><strong>Where you will be working:</strong></p> <p><strong>Location</strong>: Westpark 26, Chelston, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9FF </p> <p>You will be working at Wellesley Hospital, a purpose built 101 bed hospital in Wellington (Somerset) for men and women with mental health needs. </p> <p>There are 6 wards for people with mental health needs and 1 ward for people with Learning Disabilities and Autism. </p> <p>The Wellesley Hospital built in 2017 works alongside Devon Partnership NHS Trust, Avon and Wiltshire Foundation Trust, Cornwall Foundation Trust, 2gether Foundation Trust, and Livewell to deliver the best possible environment for patients with mental health issues.</p> <p><strong>What you will get:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Annual salary of £39,239</li><li>The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) - plus your birthday off!</li><li>Free meals and parking </li><li>Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.</li><li>Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.</li><li>Pension contribution to secure your future.</li><li>Life Assurance for added peace of mind.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.</li></ul> <p>There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more.</p> <p><strong>About your next employer:</strong></p> <p>You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities &amp; Autism, Children &amp; Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. </p> <p>Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. </p> <p>Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.</p>

Mental Health Nurse

<p><strong>Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)</strong></p><p><strong>Join Nurseplus as a Registered Mental Health Nurse Make a Difference Every Day</strong></p><p>At Nurseplus, we re not just about providing care we re about transforming lives. As a <strong>Registered Mental Health Nurse</strong>, you ll play a vital role in supporting individuals during some of their most challenging times. Join us to deliver outstanding care, work flexibly around your life, and enhance your career with industry-leading training and support.</p><p><strong>Why Choose Nurseplus?</strong></p><ul> <li><strong>Flexible Work, Your Way</strong>: Choose shifts that fit your lifestyle using our easy-to-use Workwise app, whether it s part-time, full-time, days, nights, or weekends.</li><li><strong>Weekly Pay &amp; Competitive Rates</strong>: Earn between £22.41 to £41.47 per hour , with the security of weekly pay.</li><li><strong>Make a Real Impact</strong>: Support a variety of clients across mental health settings, from managing acute episodes to providing therapeutic interventions and emotional well-being support.</li><li><strong>Free Industry-Leading Training</strong>: Grow your expertise with professional development opportunities, including specialised courses and free revalidation support.</li><li><strong>Revalidation Support</strong>: Free internal resources and support to keep your registration up to date.</li><li><strong>Blue Light Card</strong>: Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card.</li></ul> <p><strong>What You ll Do</strong></p><p>As an RMN with Nurseplus, you ll take on a dynamic role that allows you to make a real difference every day. Key responsibilities may include:</p><ul> <li>Managing acute episodes and responding to mental health crises, de-escalating aggressive or high-risk behaviour.</li><li>Offering therapeutic support such as one-to-one counselling, group therapy, or cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).</li><li>Developing and monitoring individualised care plans to support emotional and mental well-being.</li><li>Advocating for patient rights, ensuring dignity and respect in every interaction.</li><li>Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive and compassionate care.</li><li>Assessing and monitoring at-risk patients for signs of suicidal ideation or self-harm, intervening swiftly to ensure safety.</li></ul> <p><strong>What We Need From You</strong></p><ul> <li>A current and unrestricted NMC registration.</li><li>At least six months of UK-based paid experience.</li><li>The right to work in the UK.</li><li>A good standard of English and effective communication skills.</li><li>Flexibility to travel as required.</li></ul> <p><strong>About Nurseplus</strong></p><p>At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering the highest-quality care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we support. But our commitment doesn t stop there we care just as much for our staff as we do for our clients. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve.</p><p>INDRNN</p>

Registered Mental Health Nurse

<p>Here at Staff Partners Mental Health, we currently have a great opportunity for experienced <strong>Support Workers</strong> to work within a mental health hospital setting in Wellington.</p> <p>Do you have experience supporting and caring for individuals with mental health or complex health needs?</p> <p>Are you looking to enhance your experience and skill set? Our private client has Long Days and nights both available on an ongoing basis.</p> <p>Whether you are interested in a full time role or just want to pick up flexible shifts.</p> <p>We work with a number of units, including Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Adult Mental Health, and Older Adult Mental Health. We provide experienced Support Workers like yourself to PICU, acute and rehabilitation wards.</p> <p><strong>Roles and Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Compliment and provide support to the qualified nurses</li> <li>Work as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team to support implementation of the treatments and therapy as per the service users care plans</li> <li>To meet the physical and emotional needs of the service users in a caring and empathic manner</li> <li>To play an active role in maintaining physical and mental wellbeing by providing and supporting individual or group work</li> <li>Work flexibly regarding shift and ward changes according to the needs of the hospital.</li> <li>To be aware of the core values and behaviours and use them to provide a framework for ways of working with service users and colleagues</li> <li>Undertake any reasonable request within own competencies and understanding</li> </ul> <p><strong>What can we offer you?</strong></p> <ul> <li>£13.68 to £16.00 per hour </li> <li>Weekly Pay every Friday</li> <li>On-going, flexible position to suit your needs and commitments</li> <li>Dedicated Recruitment Consultant available around the clock for support</li> <li>Fast-Track Registration process - we make this as easy and streamlined as possible</li> <li>Training &amp; Support - all online mandatory training is provided on our easy to use training portal</li> <li>Excellent Referral Bonus</li> </ul> <p><strong>Is this the role for you?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Driven and confident in your ability to make a real difference</li> <li>Act as a positive role model, maintaining professionalism and demonstrate a positive attitude to service users, their families, visitors and others</li> <li>Able to work independently, but also a great team player</li> <li>Passionate about empowerment of service users</li> <li>12 months + experience in a UK Mental Health hospital setting</li> <li>Be required to work flexible hours</li> </ul> <p>If you would like to work with an agency that truly cares, has an in depth understanding of your profession and access to a wide range of vacancies across the UK, then please get in touch and join the Staff Partners family today</p>

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