Assistant Practitioner
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Exeter, EX2 5AF
Salary
£25,760 to £31,157
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
1 September 2026
1 days left
Job description
Liaison Psychiatry is the branch of psychiatry that specialises in the interface between medicine and psychiatry. We accept referrals from in-patient ...
The Assistant Practitioner is a development post and as such it is an expectation of the role that the post holder will either hold a Foundation Degree/ equivalent qualification. If you do not already hold this qualification you will be expected to complete within the first two years in post. As a trainee you will be paid at a band 3 pay range until your training is complete.
The principal purpose of the job is to improve the health & wellbeing of people with a range of mental health difficulties. This will be achieved by:
- Active involvement in the delivery of high quality, safe and compassionate mental health services as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Implementing specific assessment, review to individuals and groups within standard protocols, integrated care pathways and Recovery principles.
- Providing evidence based advice and consultancy to people who use the services, family members/ Carers within standard protocols.
- Organising and managing a defined caseload under distant guidance and work as lone workers where appropriate. The post holder will be accountable for their own actions within the delivery of this care.
- Seeking advice and expertise of a registered practitioner when required through the use of regular managerial and clinical supervision in accordance with Trust policy.
- Active involvement in the care planning and implementation of this with our inpatient caseload across the hospital.
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Knowledge of good practice in terms of supporting and working with people with mental health needs and their Carers.
- An understanding of physical health problems which can impact on a persons mental health and monitoring of the same.
- Basic IT skills.
- Ability to relate to, and communicate with people who have a variety of mental health needs or those in acute distress.
- Able to work in a team effectively and collaboratively.
- An awareness of own scope of practice and ability to make appropriate judgements on when to refer issues to a registered practitioner.
- Organisation and time management skills.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a range of different behaviour settings for people with mental health disorders.
- Working with people who may present with distressed behaviours that present challenges to other services.
Desirable
- Experience of working in urgent mental health care settings.
Qualifications
Essential
- Must already hold or obtain the Care Certificate within the first 3 months of employment.
- Level 3 QCF in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification.
- GCSE in Maths and English (Grade C or above) OR Level 2 Key Skills / Functional Skills in Maths and English.
Desirable
- Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or qualification to diploma level or equivalent.
- If a Foundation Degree or equivalent qualification is not already obtained, to complete within 2 years of commencing employment.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
18 August 2026
Last checked
20 August 2026
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