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Community Practitioner

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Morpeth, NE61 3BPView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

6 October 2026

5 days left

Job description

We are currently looking for a flexible and innovative Community Practitioner to join our experienced community neuro rehab multi-disciplinary team. T...

To develop co-produced rehab plans with patients with TBI and refer on to internal and external specialists in accordance with the patients assessed need.

Provide specialist clinical advice to Service Users/Carers, staff, statutory agencies, third sector partner agencies and the public.

To regularly review rehab plans with patients and families and amend plans according to changing need.To consider Carer needs and ensure Carer and family are involved in Care Planning where appropriate.

To deliver evidenced based clinical interventions.The post holder will work as a member of the Multi-disciplinary Team ensuring that high quality individualised care is delivered which ensures safety and a commitment to promoting recovery and wellbeing and maximising independence.Coordinate Treatment Planning & Interventions, Reviews and Discharge Planning.Provide clinical supervision to junior staff as delegated by Long Term Conditions Lead.To provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity.To incorporate a client centred philosophy into practice and client centred and collaborative care.

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

Education and Qualification

Essential

  • Professional Qualification and current Professional Registration as, a First Level Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD) or equivalent as an AHP, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist
  • Mentor Training.
  • Evidence of post-registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions / skills relevant to the post.
  • Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post.
  • Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA (Multi Agency Panel for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults) and Child Protection.
  • Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation.

Desirable: - Post Registration Qualifications in Psychological Interventions; - Experience of working within a community team.; - Non-Medical Prescribing

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need.
  • Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives.

Desirable: - Understanding of difficult to manage/challenging behaviours.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

  • Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs.
  • Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance).
  • Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others).
  • Ability to adapt within a changing environment. Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to work effectively with other professionals using a multi-agency approach and Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously and within a team and Good conflict resolution skills.

Desirable: - Clinical Leadership.; - Training & Induction of staff.; - Delegation skills.; - Debriefing skills.; - Teaching/Presentation skills.

Additional Requirements

Essential: - Ability to meet the mobility and geographical requirements of the post.

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

22 September 2026

Last checked

23 September 2026

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About the employer

CNT
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

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