Mental Capacity Act and Consent Practitioner
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Abercynon, CF45 4SN
Salary
£50,129 to £57,365
Contract
Secondment
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
8 September 2026
8 days left
Job description
CTM UHB is seeking a skilled and motivated Mental Capacity Act & Consent Practitioner to support and strengthen lawful, person centred decision making...
- Provide expert advice and hands-on support to clinical staff on the application of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, consent, best interests decision-making and deprivation of liberty processes, including DoLS and preparation for Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS).
- Support and guide staff with capacity assessments, best interests meetings and documentation, ensuring decisions are lawful, proportionate and person-centred.
- Provide specialist input to complex and high-risk cases, including advising when Court of Protection involvement may be required and supporting COP processes where needed.
- Work autonomously across inpatient wards, actively supporting practice at ward level and appropriately challenging decisions where patient rights or legal compliance may be at risk.
- Deliver training, education and awareness sessions to clinical staff to improve confidence, understanding and compliance with MCA, DoLS and LPS requirements.
- Contribute to audit, monitoring and quality improvement, supporting organisational assurance and reporting risks or concerns through safeguarding governance structures.
- Work collaboratively with the Safeguarding Team, Senior MCA/DoLS/COP Nurse, Clinical Practice Educator and partner agencies to promote best practice and safeguard adults at risk.
- Promote a human rights-based approach to care, ensuring dignity, respect and legal protections are upheld for people who may lack capacity.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesnt mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see Welsh Language Guidance in the documents right at the bottom.
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive working knowledge and practical experience of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, including capacity assessments and best interests decision-making.
- Understanding of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), consent to treatment, and awareness of Court of Protection processes.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within healthcare settings, either within or alongside clinical teams.
Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to travel in a timely and work flexibly across multiple hospital sites.
Registration
Essential
- Registered healthcare or social care professional (e.g. Nursing, Therapy or Social Work) with relevant professional registration.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
25 August 2026
Last checked
27 August 2026
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