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Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role. You will be joining a well-established, supportive team of therapists and assistants. CYP Therapies at HCT pride ourselves on the support we provide to staff. As a Highly Specialist OT you will have the opportunity to facilitate professional supervision groups and provide managerial supervision to less experienced colleagues. The OT service is innovative and agile, and committed to delivering high quality care and transforming lives. The service is embedding health coaching and top-down models in to it's care pathways, and is actively encouraging CPD to help develop these skills, and as part of your role youwill support the Clinical Quality Lead for OT in developing clinical pathways that are evidence-based. Successful candidates will be enthusiastic and motivated. Advanced communication, clinical reasoning and organisational skills are essential. You must be a team player but be able to work autonomously and have the ability to champion the needs of children and young people. Don't Miss Out If there's high interest in this fixed term role, we may close applications earlier than the advertised deadline — so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. You will need a full valid driving licence, and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). In addition to the basic salary, this post attracts a High Cost Area Supplement of 5% of basic salary subject to a minimum payment of £1,303 and a maximum payment of £2,198 per annum (pro rata where applicable and dependent on base location). Applications for full time and part time work will be considered. Word versions of documents are available if needed to allow for any adaptations to be made i.e. font, colour, background, convert to Read Aloud. Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all its' staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19. HCT has been voted one of the top 100 NHS trusts to work for in the country. We are an Armed Forces-friendly organisation and a menopause accredited employer. If you have any questions about this role, please do not hesitate to contact Liesl Salters Brown, Clinical Quality Lead for Children's OT on 07825 929688. Interview date has been set for 16 December 2025 Person specification Qualifications and Training Essential criteria<ul><li>Highly specialist knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent qualifications, in sensory integration theory and assessment</li> <li>Continued Professional Development evidenced by attendance at specialist postgraduate courses to maintain and develop own specialist knowledge and expertise.</li> <li>Recognised OT Qualification leading to registration with HCPC</li> <li>HCPC Licence to Practice</li> <li>Registered member of British Association of OT</li> <li>Supervision/Clinical Educators Course attendance</li> </ul>Experience and Knowledge Essential criteria<ul><li>Working knowledge of electronic patient record system</li> <li>Knowledge of current safeguarding procedures</li> <li>Evidence of involvement in service policy development in area of specialism</li> <li>Experience of working with different professional disciplines and agencies</li> <li>Experience of clinical supervision to wide range of staff in area of specialism</li> <li>Knowledge of NHS, Education and social care policy and directives where these impact on area of specialism or service delivery</li> <li>Evidence of delivering training in area of specialism</li> <li>High level clinical skills including assessment and provision of equipment</li> <li>Experience of advising/providing second opinions</li> </ul>Skills and abilities Essential criteria<ul><li>Excellent communication skills both oral and written, including the ability to liaise and negotiate</li> <li>Knowledge of barriers to understanding &amp; ability to explain complex issues simply.</li> <li>Ability to establish positive relationships and mutual respect with people at all levels</li> <li>Able to analyse and interpret complex data</li> <li>Effective problem solving skills</li> <li>Computer literate including use of Excel spreadsheets, databases and PowerPoint</li> <li>Ability to work for long periods whilst maintaining concentration</li> </ul>Other requirements Essential criteria<ul><li>Eligible to live and work in the UK</li> <li>Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)</li> <li>Experience and evidence of engagement around equality, dive</li></ul>

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist Health/ EHCP

Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see full job description and person specification attached to this vacancy which outlines the main responsibilities for this role. Person specification Application Questions Essential criteria<ul><li>What motivates you to pursue a career in recruitment and HR, and how do you think your background will help you succeed in this role?</li> <li>Can you describe your experience with administrative tasks in any field? How do you ensure accuracy and efficiency in your work?</li> <li>Do you have a CIPD Level 3 qualification, or are you currently working toward it? If not, are you interested in pursuing this qualification or a similar one?</li> </ul>Application Questions Essential criteria<ul><li>What software and systems have you worked with in previous roles? How quickly do you learn new tools, and can you give an example of when you adapted to a new system?</li> </ul>Application Questions Essential criteria<ul><li>Have you ever implemented a new idea or process in a previous job or education project? What was the result?</li> </ul>Application Questions Essential criteria<ul><li>Can you give an example of how you've clearly communicated complex information? How did you make sure everyone understood?</li> </ul> We will communicate any interview arrangements with applicants via e-mail so it is advisable that you check the email address you give on your application on a regular basis. Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band. All new appointments (excluding Medical &amp; Dental roles) are subject to a 26 week probation period. We are proud to be an armed forces friendly employer and support the employment of the armed forces community, including veterans, spouses and partners. For more information, contact <a href="mailto:hct.armedforcesrecruitment@nhs.net" target="_blank">hct.armedforcesrecruitment@nhs.net</a> Applications from qualified job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications, subject to you meeting minimum criteria of the role and salary threshold. Please visit the Gov.UK website for detail. If applicable to the role, staff are required to hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use with business insurance (unless the member of staff has a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). In submitting an application form, you authorise Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record Inter Authority Transfer process should you be appointed to the post.

Recruitment Administrator

Detailed job description and main responsibilities Leadership &amp; Governance - Chair monthly MMG meetings and ensure effective governance and decision-making. - Ensure the MMG operates within its Terms of Reference and maintains alignment with Trust-wide safety and quality objectives. - Supports the Chief pharmacist in the provision of quarterly Key Issues Reports and an annual report to the Patient Safety Group. Strategic Oversight - Oversee the development and implementation of the MMG annual work plan. - Ensure compliance with national medication safety alerts and guidance. - Monitor and ratify medicines-related policies and procedures, including procurement, storage, prescribing, administration, and monitoring. Risk &amp; Compliance - Review and monitor medicines-related risks and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are in place. - Ensure oversight of sub-groups including the Medicines Safety Group, Safe Sedation Group, Medical Gases Group, and PGD Group. Completes the final sign off of PGD documents in the trust. - Promote safe and secure handling of medicines, including controlled drugs. Collaboration &amp; Communication - Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration across Medical, pharmacy, nursing teams and Allied health care professionals. - Promote transparency and appropriate collaboration with the pharmaceutical industry. - Ensure effective communication of prescribing information and guidelines across the Trust. Quality Improvement - Promote evidence-based, safe, equitable, and cost-effective use of medicines. - Support audits, incident reporting, and learning from medication-related events. - Review and approve treatment guidelines, including those from NICE and Kent &amp; Medway committees. Financial Stewardship - Consider financial implications of medicines use and support cost-saving initiatives. - Ensure systems are in place to manage high-cost medicines within financial frameworks. Person specification Expression of Interest Essential criteria<ul><li>Leadership Experience</li> <li>Evidence of sufficient capacity in job plan</li> <li>Clinical Lead support</li> </ul> We are committed to Equality of Opportunity for everyone and will guarantee an interview to any disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. Medway Maritime Hospital is a smoke free site. Smoking is completely prohibited in all Trust buildings, grounds and car parks for patients, visitors, staff and contractors. This will ensure that the hospital is a better place to work and a better place for our patients to be treated

Medway NHS Foundation Trust

Medway Midwifery Careers

Introducing our best of people

Chair - Medicines Management Group (MMG)

Detailed job description and main responsibilities Booking in new patients that have been referred from the Emergency department, GP or Medocc Booking in Clinic patients. Answering the phone and dealing with any queries Scanning notes Keeping all systems up to date and admission books Please take a look at the Job Description for the full responsibilities. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria<ul><li>Educated to GCSE level including English or equivalent qualification/experience</li> </ul>Skills Essential criteria<ul><li>Excellent communication skills - written and verbal</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across the organisation liaising with different levels of personnel</li> <li>Good organisational skills, self-motivation, drive for performance and improvement, reliable and flexible in approach and attitude</li> <li>Computer literate including ability to use Microsoft packages such as Excel</li> </ul> Please note that we do not accept applications via CV or recruitment agencies. This post will close before the intended closing date should sufficient number of suitable applications be received. Therefore, if you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity. Applications are welcomed from applicants who wish to apply for a position on the basis of a smarter or flexible working arrangement. Where candidates are successful at interview, such requests will be taken under consideration and accommodated where the needs of the service allow. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. All staff no matter where they work or which age group of patients they work with must be aware of their responsibility to act when they feel a child, young person or vulnerable adult has been or is at risk of abuse. We are a fully non-smoking Trust. Smoking is completely prohibited in all Trust buildings, grounds and car parks for patients, visitors, staff and contractors. This Local Employment Partnership Employer shares information about new starters with Jobcentre Plus, for statistical purposes only. After applying via NHS Jobs, your submitted application will be imported into our preferred third-party recruitment system. All subsequent information regarding your application will be generated from apps.trac.jobs. If you are appointed to a post, information will also be transferred into the NHS Electronic Staff Records system. You will not be able to track the progress of your application or receive messages through NHS Jobs, and furthermore, as an employer, we will not be able to respond to any e-mails sent to us via NHS Jobs. If you have a query relating to your application, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 830000. If you have not heard from us within 21 days of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. We wish to stress that no discourtesy is intended in following such a procedure, and you should not let this deter you from future applications.

Ward Clerk / Receptionist - SDEC

Could You Save Lives With Your Voice? Join Us as an NHS 111 Health Advisor in Ashford Location: Kingston House, Ashford (Kent) About the Role We're looking for calm, compassionate and patient-focused individuals to become NHS 111 Health Advisors at IC24 in Ashford. When someone calls 111, you'll be the first voice they hear. Using the NHS Pathways system, you'll assess their needs and provide safe, non-clinical advice. The calls you take can range from simple prescription requests to helping someone in emotional distress. You'll need to stay calm under pressure, think on your feet and record detailed notes on the system quickly and accurately. We proactively encourage and support our Health Advisors to progress through the ranks as a Non-Clinical Coach, Service Manager or Team Manager where possible. We also offer development opportunities through our national recognised patient service qualification programme, Aspire to Excellence. If you're a good listener, can stay composed in challenging situations and want to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. For more information on what it's like to be a Health Advisor from our current team you can watch our video here . What You'll Get <ul><li> Fully paid accredited training </li><li> Salaries start from £23,541 per annum for daytime rotas, pro rata </li><li> Enhancements paid between 20:00 and 06:00 hours and for all hours on weekends, with further enhancements on bank holidays </li><li> Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes </li><li> Advanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave after 1 years' service </li><li> Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme </li><li> Additional annual leave based on length of service </li><li> Free 24/7 independent counselling service </li><li> A volunteer day </li><li> Free membership to our reward and discount platform </li></ul> Working Hours All Health Advisors must be able to work at least 50% of weekends. Full-Time Options You'll work a mix of early and late shifts, starting from 6am to 8am and finishing between 9pm or 10pm. If preferred, you can choose to work only late shifts or night shifts; all night shifts have the earliest finish time of 6am. Weekend shifts are required every other weekend, but you can opt to work more if you'd like. Part-Time Options Part-time roles mainly focus on evening and weekend shifts, but a mix of early and evening shifts may be offered. Weekday shifts are between 4-6-hours, either early between 6am-12noon or late between 4pm-10pm and longer shifts on the weekends. Weekend-only roles are also available, and additional hours may be offered during busy periods Training and Start Dates We're looking for candidates who can start training in February. Please note, the training for this role runs for 5 weeks and is full time (37.5 hours per week). We offer these courses in two timetables, either Monday-Friday 9am-5pm or Evening and Weekends. To find out more about training to become a Health Advisor please click here. Come and Meet Us Join us for an assessment evening on 7th January 2026 at our Ashford Care Coordination Centre. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the role, meet the team and take part in a face-to-face interview. Who are we? We are Integrated Care 24 (IC24), the leading not for profit Social Enterprise providing innovative and patient focused primary care services. IC24 is committed to improving access to health and social care for our patients and reducing the demand on secondary care services. IC24 provides services to over 6 million patients, including GP led out-of-hours services, NHS 111, primary care and secondary care support services. Closing date: 19th December 2025, but please note, we may close applications early if we receive a high volume of interest. We celebrate brave ideas and brave people. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all people and we particularly encourage applications from ethnic minorities, applicants with a disability and those from other under-represented groups. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the careers team at <a href="mailto:careers@ic24.nhs.uk" target="_blank">careers@ic24.nhs.uk</a> Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and two references . For a job description and person specification please see attached. careers.ic24.org.uk

IC24

Careers at Integrated Care 24 (IC24)

NHS 111 Health Advisor - Ashford

The Role Express new ideas, take initiative and save lives. Others talk about being brave, at IC24, we're made that way. We are looking for new NHS 111 Clinical Advisors to join our rapidly growing network of colleagues. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great team and dynamic work culture. If you're a registered Nurse or Paramedic with 2+ years of recent experience in primary care or A&amp;E, this is your chance to step into a role that truly matters. After 6 months, hybrid working may be available. As a Clinical Advisor, you'll use your clinical expertise to carry out complex triage, provide vital advice, and support call handlers during critical situations - all to keep patients safe. Ready to use your voice to save lives? Join us at IC24. Who are we? We are Integrated Care 24 (IC24), the leading not for profit Social Enterprise providing innovative and patient focused primary care services. IC24 is committed to improving access to health and social care for our patients and reducing the demand on secondary care services. IC24 provides services to over 6 million patients, including GP led out-of-hours services, NHS 111, primary care and secondary care support services. Location: Norwich, Norfolk Hours Available : Minimum 12 hours per week, up to 37.5 hours per week. Full-Time Roles: • Standard shifts include a mix of early and late shifts. • Early shifts start at 7am or 8am. • Late shifts finish at 9pm or 10pm. • Full-time colleagues can opt to work only late shifts (9pm or 10pm finishes). • Full-time night shifts are available, typically 10pm to 6am (must finish no earlier than 6am). • Weekend work is required at least every other weekend, with the option to work every weekend if desired. Part-Time Roles: • Part-time shifts are focused mainly on evening hours, with flexibility for early and late shifts. • Late shifts: 4pm-10pm (start at 4pm, 5pm, or 6pm; finish at 8pm, 9pm, or 10pm). • Weekend only shifts are also available. Additional hours may be available in times of peak demand. You must be able to commit to 8 weeks of full time training if you are not pathways trained. We offer 8 hour and 10 hour shifts, as well as some short shifts if needed. If Pathways trained already, 3 months worth of satisfactory audits will need to be provided. What's in it for you: -<ul><li>Pay framework starts from £19.12 through training, up to £24.86 on Saturdays and £30.59 on Sundays + bank holidays</li><li>Additional annual leave above statutory minimum based on service</li><li>Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme</li><li>Free 24/7 independent counselling service</li><li>Learning and development opportunities</li><li>Free membership to our reward and discount platform</li><li>Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes</li></ul>Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and two references. For a job description and person specification please see attached. We celebrate brave ideas and brave people. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all people and we particularly encourage applications from ethnic minorities, applicants with a disability and those from other under-represented groups. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team on <a href="mailto:careers@ic24.nhs.uk" target="_blank">careers@ic24.nhs.uk</a> .

Clinical Advisor

Job overview Please note, at this stage, the role is open only to internal staff (including NHSP and Agency staff currently on placement within our organisation) and staff substantively employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB). Any individual who is at risk of redundancy will be given priority, provided they meet the essential criteria. The Community Rehabilitation Service provides a flexible range of mental health interventions to help clients complex mental health needs to manage their mental health more effectively and remain in their own homes. The team works in close partnership with Social Care and housing providers to ensure each client has the necessary resources available to enable them to engage in their rehab journey. Across the Community Rehabilitation teams, the clinical team consists of Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Nurses, and VCSE Workers. We currently have an exciting opportunities for two enthusiastic and motivated Healthcare Support Worker to join our West Kent Community Rehabilitation Service. Post one will cover Maidstone (base will be Albion Place). Post two will cover South West Kent (base will be Highlands House). Individuals may be expected to ensure the team is able provide input between the hours of 08:00 and 20:00 according to the needs of the service, including working some evenings, weekends and public holidays. Main duties of the job<ul> <li>You will work as part of a Community Rehabilitation Team , focusing on the direct needs of service users. </li> <li>Under the guidance and supervision of the Multi-Disciplinary Team, you will provide support and give time to an allocated group of service users in order to promote their recovery and maintain them in their community environment. You will be promoting and facilitating therapeutic activity, promoting self-care and supporting with activities of daily living.</li> <li>You will support service users to identify their needs and to assist Clinicians to plan, implement and evaluate individual care plans.</li> <li>You will be working to the recovery model to support the service user to work towards their identified goals. </li> <li>Giving physical health checks and physical health care as required or instructed, documenting the physical health checks on the early warning scoring system (MEWS), chart and reporting changes to the nurse/healthcare professional in charge.</li> <li>Undertaking day-to-day tasks as allocated by Nurse/healthcare professional.</li> </ul> The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). Working for our organisation We are the Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway. Our teams support adults with a wide range of mental health needs. Because we cover the whole county and both hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the 1.8 million people of Kent and Medway. Rated 'Good' by the CQC, we care for over 2,000 people in our hospitals and 54,000 in the community each year. Our vision is simple: We are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. And everything we do is guided by our values caring, inclusive, curious and confident. Join us - if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's doing well together. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specification Person specification Training and Qualifications Essential criteria<ul><li>Good general education, competent in literacy and numeracy</li> <li>NVQ or equivalent in a relevant subject (e.g. Health and Social Care) or be prepared to work towards this</li> </ul>UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicl Essential criteria<ul><li>The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).</li> </ul>Experience Essential criteria<ul><li>Experience of working with individuals with complex mental health problems.</li> <li>Experience of working in a community mental health setting.</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Experience of implementing rehabilitation plans.</li> <li>Experience of individual and group work.</li> </ul>Knowledge and Skills Essential criteria<ul><li>An awareness of enduring mental health disorders.</li> <li>A basic understanding of the Recovery Model.</li> <li>An awareness of the impact of mental health needs on clients, families and carers.</li> <li>Ability to follow specific directions as required.</li> <li>An ability to form rapport with individuals and groups.</li> <li>An ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism at all times, even in challenging/complex situations.</li> <li>Ability to work autonomously and cooperatively as part of an interdisciplinary team, showing an awareness of team dynamics.</li> <li>Ability to communicate information using a variety of mediums.</li> <li>Basic awareness of clinical governance.</li> <li>Effective organisational/planning and decision-making skills.</li> <li>Sound knowledge and practice of IT skills.</li> <li>To be able to travel efficiently throughout the area.</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>An awareness of social activities and amenities within the local community.</li> <li>Knowledge of benefits and employment systems.</li> <li>Basic health and safety awareness.</li> <li>A basic understanding of the Mental Health Act.</li> </ul>Important Information: In cases where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, it may be necessary to bring the closing date forward. Please submit your completed application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Due to the high volume of applications received, it is not possible to respond individually to your application. Should you not hear from us within six weeks of the vacancy closing, please assume that your application has not been successful. Probation Period. New employees external to the trust are subject to a six-month probationary period. To deliver an effective service it is essential in some of our roles that you are able to travel between work bases in a timely manner. Production of false or forged documents/qualifications in order to obtain employment is a criminal offence and will be reported to the Police. Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Certain roles are subject to criminal record checks called Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. Therefore, you will be required to submit a completed Disclosure form to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust are signed up to NHS England's Sexual Safety in Health Care Organisational Charter The trust

Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Careers at Kent & Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Healthcare Support Worker

Job overview We are seeking a highly motivated Mental Health Homelessness Senior Psychologist/Psychotherapist The post holder will be part of the Kent and Medway Homelessness Service, which provides screening and assessment of physical and mental health to homeless and vulnerably housed adults in the East Kent area. The post holder will undertake high quality direct (assessment and therapeutic) and indirect (consultative, advisory and evaluative) specialist psychology interventions within the service and taking substantial professional responsibility and exercising autonomous judgement in their professional practice. The post holder will ensure the clinical effectiveness of own practice and of service functioning by undertaking research and development relevant to the service area. The service is based on an outreach model and is delivered through a range of outreach activities and venues ad link with other key health, social and voluntary agencies The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). Don't wait, apply now! Main duties of the job • To participate in regular clinical supervision receiving professional support appropriate to the newly qualified grade and to negotiate further specialist supervision, development and training with the Head of Speciality including training in advanced supervision skills.• To work within the Code of Ethics and the relevant professional practice guidelines of the relevant recognised professional body and the professional guidance framework of the Trust. • To work within the framework of the policies and procedures of the Trust. • To be responsible for the relevant data collection on work activities, as required, and to maintain a high standard of clinical record keeping. • To participate fully in supporting the activities of the Psychological Therapies Services within the Trust, Including attending relevant meetings. • Be responsible for ensuring a regular process of review is in place to detect incidents that indicate adverse quality of care, and triangulate Working for our organisation We are the Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway. Our teams support adults with a wide range of mental health needs. Because we cover the whole county and both hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the 1.8 million people of Kent and Medway. Rated 'Good' by the CQC, we care for over 2,000 people in our hospitals and 54,000 in the community each year. Our vision is simple: We are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. And everything we do is guided by our values caring, inclusive, curious and confident. Join us - if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's doing well together. Detailed job description and main responsibilities • To formulate and implement plans of brief psychologically informed treatment or management of client's mental health problems based on a multi-factorial psychological understanding and current evidence-based best practice. • To undertake a range of psychological therapeutic interventions, drawing on a range of psychological models and employing a range of modalities (individual, family and group) adapted and tailored to the needs of the individual and the context and the ongoing evaluation of the outcomes of the intervention. • To be responsible for providing a specialist psychological perspective in the assessment of service users and their families and contribute specialist psychological advice and support regarding referral decisions for mental health intervention. • To contribute highly specialist psychological advice to the multi-disciplinary formulation of appropriate therapeutic approaches or intervention plans, and to be involved in, or oversee specialist psychological aspects of their implementation in collaboration with other staff. • To undertake psychologically based risk assessment and risk management for relevant clients and provide advice on the psychological aspects of risk to the Mental Health Homelessness Serviceservice. • To consult with and provide specialist psychological guidance to carers and families of service users. • To take substantial professional responsibility and exercise autonomous professional judgement with regard to their professional practice. Please refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specification We are serious about diversity and inclusion, and we are working hard to build this into our DNA. We warmly welcome applications for any of our roles from people from diverse backgrounds, and we are proactively encouraging applications from under-represented communities for our more senior roles, like this one. Person specification Experience Essential criteria<ul><li>Experience working as a qualified specialist psychologist / psychotherapist for a minimum of one year.</li> <li>Good understanding and knowledge of drug and alcohol problems</li> <li>Professional background in a mental health discipline to at least first-degree level (for example, nursing, psychology, occupational therapy, social work, psychiatric medicine</li> <li>Ability to administer accurately and speedily, complex psychometric text materials.</li> <li>Experience of working in range of mental health settings with a range of levels of disability and full range of age groups</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Experience of working with homeless clients</li> <li>Postgraduate level knowledge of research methodology, research design and specialist research techniques appropriate for the study of psychotherapeutic process</li> <li>Experience of teaching, training and/or providing clinical supervision</li> <li>Prequalification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology.</li> <li>High level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies</li> </ul>Knowledge and Skills Essential criteria<ul><li>Good honours degree in Psychology. • Post-graduate doctorate in clinical/counselling psychology (or its equivalent) as accredited by the HCPC/BPS. • Relevant specialist training in the skills required for the specialty area. • Clinical supervision training for supervision of Doctoral trainees on placement</li> <li>Specialist post graduate training to Masters level or equivalent in a Psychotherapeutic modality (for example CBT or Psychodynamic Psychotherapy) leading to accreditation/registration with UKCP/BABCP or equivalent.</li> <li>Ability to comprehend and communicate verbally and in writing highly complex and sensitive information in a manner appropriate to a range of settings and audiences, including complex highly emotive situations and those with significantly impaired communicat</li></ul>

Mental Health Homelessness Senior Psychologist/Psychotherapist

Job overview Please note, at this stage, the role is open only to internal staff (including NHSP and Agency staff currently on placement within our organisation) and staff substantively employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB). Any individual who is at risk of redundancy will be given priority, provided they meet the essential criteria. We're seeking a passionate and skilled Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our supportive and holistic Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) within the Kent and Medway Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) Service. This is an exciting opportunity to apply specialist knowledge in a dynamic, highly-valued setting. The Kent and Medway EIP services are dedicated to making a profound difference in the lives of individuals aged 14 to 65 experiencing their First Episode of Psychosis (FEP). Our services are built around comprehensive, stand-alone MDTs, ensuring we provide a distinct and high-quality care pathway from assessment through to treatment and recovery. As an Occupational Therapist, you'll be part of a pioneering service that focuses on rapid, evidence-based support during a critical time in a person's life, helping them build lasting stability, function, and community inclusion. As a valued member of our MDT, you will utilise your specialist skills to empower service users through purposeful activity and recovery-focused goals. Your key contributions will include: Conduct high-quality 1:1 and group Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions, focusing on functional independence, meaningful roles, and community integration. Take on the rewarding responsibility of supervising junior staff, including Support Time Recovery Workers, contributing to their professional development and the overall effectiveness of the team. Work seamlessly alongside a variety of professionals (e.g., Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Nurses, Social Workers), where Occupational Therapy is highly valued and recognised as core to the holistic recovery model. If you are looking for a role where your clinical expertise is integral to client recovery and where you are supported by an experienced, friendly team, we encourage you to apply! Main duties of the job<ul> <li>The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).</li> <li>Provide high-quality and evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions, both group and individual, to people who access services and their carers/supporters/family members, in line with the occupational therapy pathways.</li> <li>Communicate effectively with people who access services, carers, the multi-disciplinary team and when appropriate, outside agencies.</li> <li>Contribute to the generic functioning of the team.</li> <li>Provide supervision and mentoring to more junior occupational therapists, occupational therapy apprenticeships, and support workers</li> </ul>Working for our organisation We are the Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway. Our teams support adults with a wide range of mental health needs. Because we cover the whole county and both hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the 1.8 million people of Kent and Medway. Rated 'Good' by the CQC, we care for over 2,000 people in our hospitals and 54,000 in the community each year. Our vision is simple: We are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. And everything we do is guided by our values caring, inclusive, curious and confident. Join us - if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's doing well together. Take a look at our Occupational Therapist Video Detailed job description and main responsibilities<ul> <li>Provide occupational therapy student placements.</li> <li>Contribute to service development and audits.</li> <li>Take on the role of lead professional as appropriate.</li> </ul> Please see the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities of the role. Person specification Qualification Essential criteria<ul><li>A recognised Occupational Therapist professional qualification</li> <li>Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Trained as a Practice Educator</li> </ul>Experience Essential criteria<ul><li>Pre-registration experience of mental health settings and or working with people with mental health conditions</li> <li>Experience of individual &amp; group work</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Experience of caseload management</li> <li>Some clinical experience of mental health problems</li> <li>Use of functional assessments and activity analysis to formulate patient interventions</li> </ul>Knowlege and Skills Essential criteria<ul><li>Knowledge of relevant OT theoretical models, and approaches relevant to service user group.</li> <li>Ability to work co-operatively as part of an inter-professional team</li> <li>Basic factual knowledge of the importance of enabling people to do the things they want, need or are expected to do to support them in being well in life.</li> <li>Understanding of professional ethics and their application in practice</li> <li>An ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing</li> <li>Computer literate. Able to use e-mail, Word, Excel and access Internet resources</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Knowledge of and ability to apply national policies and procedures including, but not limited to confidentiality, consent, risk management, service user involvement</li> </ul>Personal qualities, values and behaviours Essential criteria<ul><li>Ability to work as a team member</li> <li>Ability to form rapport with individuals and groups</li> <li>Adaptability, flexibility and resilience</li> <li>Professional, calm and efficient manner</li> <li>Actively develops themselves.</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Self-awareness in managing own wellness at work and confidence to seek support when required</li> </ul>Important Information: In cases where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, it may be necessary to bring the closing date forward. Please submit your completed application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Due to the high volume of applications received, it is not possible to respond individually to your application. Should you not hear from us within six weeks of the vacancy closing, please assume that your application has not been successful. Probation Period. New employees external to the trust are subject to a six-month probationary period. To deliver an effective service it is essential in some of our roles that you are able to travel between work bases in a timely manner. Production of false or forged documents/qualifications in order to obtain employment is a crimin

Occupational Therapist

Job overview Please note, at this stage, the role is open only to internal staff (including NHSP and Agency staff currently on placement within our organisation) and staff substantively employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB). Any individual who is at risk of redundancy will be given priority, provided they meet the essential criteria. We're seeking a passionate and skilled Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our supportive and holistic Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) within the Kent and Medway Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) Service. This is an exciting opportunity to apply specialist knowledge in a dynamic, highly-valued setting. The Kent and Medway EIP services are dedicated to making a profound difference in the lives of individuals aged 14 to 65 experiencing their First Episode of Psychosis (FEP). Our services are built around comprehensive, stand-alone MDTs, ensuring we provide a distinct and high-quality care pathway from assessment through to treatment and recovery. As an Occupational Therapist, you'll be part of a pioneering service that focuses on rapid, evidence-based support during a critical time in a person's life, helping them build lasting stability, function, and community inclusion. As a valued member of our MDT, you will utilise your specialist skills to empower service users through purposeful activity and recovery-focused goals. If you are looking for a role where your clinical expertise is integral to client recovery and where you are supported by an experienced, friendly team, we encourage you to apply! Main duties of the job The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).<ul> <li>Provide high-quality and evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions, both group and individual, to people who access services and their carers/supporters/family members, in line with the occupational therapy pathways.</li> <li>Communicate effectively with people who access services, carers, the multi-disciplinary team and when appropriate, outside agencies.</li> <li>Contribute to the generic functioning of the team.</li> <li>Provide supervision and mentoring to more junior occupational therapists, occupational therapy apprenticeships, and support workers</li> </ul>Working for our organisation We are the Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway. Our teams support adults with a wide range of mental health needs. Because we cover the whole county and both hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the 1.8 million people of Kent and Medway. Rated 'Good' by the CQC, we care for over 2,000 people in our hospitals and 54,000 in the community each year. Our vision is simple: We are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. And everything we do is guided by our values caring, inclusive, curious and confident. Join us - if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's doing well together. Take a look at our Occupational Therapist Video Detailed job description and main responsibilities<ul> <li>Provide occupational therapy student placements.</li> <li>Contribute to service development and audits.</li> <li>Take on the role of lead professional as appropriate.</li> </ul> Please refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specification Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria<ul><li>A recognised Occupational Therapist professional qualification</li> <li>Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Registered member of the relevant professional body and / or special interest group</li> <li>Trained as a Practice Educator</li> </ul>Experience Essential criteria<ul><li>Pre-registration experience of mental health settings and or working with people with mental health conditions</li> <li>Experience of individual &amp; group work</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Experience of caseload management</li> <li>Some clinical experience of mental health problems</li> <li>Use of functional assessments and activity analysis to formulate patient interventions</li> </ul>Knowledge and skills Essential criteria<ul><li>Knowledge in the application of relevant OT theoretical models, and approaches relevant to service user group.</li> <li>Ability to work co-operatively as part of an inter-professional team</li> <li>Basic factual knowledge of the importance of enabling people to do the things they want, need or are expected to do to support them in being well in life.</li> <li>Understanding of professional ethics and their application in practice</li> <li>An ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing</li> <li>Computer literate. Able to use e-mail, Word, Excel and access Internet resources</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Knowledge of and ability to apply national policies and procedures including, but not limited to confidentiality, consent, risk management, service user involvement</li> </ul>Personal qualities, values and behaviours Essential criteria<ul><li>Ability to work as a team member</li> <li>Ability to form rapport with individuals and groups</li> <li>Adaptability, flexibility and resilience</li> <li>Professional, calm and efficient manner</li> <li>Actively develops themselves.</li> <li>Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Self-awareness in managing own wellness at work and confidence to seek support when required</li> </ul>Important Information: In cases where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, it may be necessary to bring the closing date forward. Please submit your completed application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Due to the high volume of applications received, it is not possible to respond individually to your application. Should you not hear from us within six weeks of the vacancy closing, please assume that your application has not been successful. Probation Period. New employees external to the trust are subject to a six-month probationary period. To deliver an effective service it is essential in some of our roles that you are able to travel between work bases in a timely manner. Production of false or forged documents/qualifications in order to obtain employment is a criminal offence and will be reported to the Police. Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Certain roles are subject to criminal record checks called Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. Therefore, you will be required to submit a completed Disclosure form to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Ken

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