Job summary
- Main area
- CYPS
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent: Across two bases - Benton House and Bensham Hospital
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 263-CCG25-264-MG
- Employer
- Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Benton House
- Town
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Salary
- £38,682 - £46,580 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 14/08/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Community Practitioner
Band 6
Hello!
We are so delighted you are considering coming to work with us at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW).
We know the power of looking into an organisation, one you might want to work in, or one where you are going to get help, and being able to say, ‘I’ve seen somewhere I can fit in and be myself.’ We’re on a journey to make the Trust an inclusive employer, representative of the community we serve and we want more of our community to consider applying for jobs with us.
Opportunities for you
Spanning east to west coasts from Northumberland to Cumbria and from the Scottish Borders down to Middlesbrough we’ve got exciting new opportunities available at every level and in every area.
We offer flexible working, helping work fit around family and caring responsibilities, or training and development needs and there’s lots on offer in the way of benefits, such as, lease cars, childcare schemes, staff discounts, season tickets for travel and a cycle to work scheme. All this in a vibrant workplace supported by the following staff networks.
- Cultural diversity staff network
- Disabled staff network
- LGBT+ staff network
We also have a number of staff support groups which are open to any staff to attend. These Include:
- Armed Forces and Veterans Staff Association
- Mind, Health and Wellbeing Community
- Menopause toolkit and cafes and staff carer support group
We offer fantastic personal development opportunities through our Collective Leadership Programme and other Organisational Development initiatives. Whatever you are looking for, you will be joining a supportive, friendly team, offering varied and interesting roles, with opportunities for career progression.
Always improving
CNTW is regulated by the national healthcare regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our last two inspections have rated us as an outstanding organisation. We’re always seeking to improve as an organisation. Do you want to be part of that?
Please note that it is a requirement of this Trust that all external applicants pay for their own DBS certification if a DBS check is required for the post. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first monthly pay
Job overview
This is an exciting job opportunity for Community Practitioners within Newcastle and Gateshead CYPS within the Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team.
We would like to hear from practitioners interested and experience in community work and working with children and young people.
We are a team that is dedicated to supporting the needs of young people within our area, if this sounds like a team you would like to work for please get in touch.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for practitioners who have experience in or transferable skills to manage complex caseloads, effective autonomous diary management and excellent written communication skills. The role will comprise of holistic assessments, carrying a clinical caseload and duty work.
To be responsible for the Assessment and Management of casework of service users who have substantial and complex needs and should be confident in clinical decision making.
Provide specialist clinical advice to Service Users/Carers, staff, statutory agencies, 3rd sector partner agencies and the public.
In collaboration with the Service User and parents/carers, gathering detailed information.
To consider Carer needs and ensure Carer and family are involved in Care Planning where appropriate
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 wellbeing and maximising independence.
Coordinate assessments as Care Coordinator within an MDT 'pod' from initial assessment, to follow up and discharge.
The post holder will write comprehensive diagnostic reports which are completed in a timely manner and to a high standard.
Working for our organisation
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.
The service operates within the Central business unit of CNTW and works across the geographical area of Newcastle and Gateshead.
The team functions as an MDT where we work collaboratively with nurses, support workers, occupational therapists, social workers, psychology and psychiatry.
Provide clinical supervision to staff as delegated by Pathway Clinical Lead and Pathway Manager.
Demonstrate flexibility in the role. This may involve working across clinical pathways to support the needs of the service, whilst ensuring the delivery of high quality care at all times.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Date Advertised - 31st July 2025
Closing date - 14th August 2025
Please contact us if you require any additional information.
We welcome your application.
Person specification
Education and Qualification
Essential criteria
- 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 criteria
- Post registration qualifications in psychological interventions
- Experience of working within a community team
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
- Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives.
- 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need.
Desirable criteria
- Understanding of moderate to severe mental health difficulties.
Skills and Competencies
Essential criteria
- Proven ability to carryout and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex needs
- Risk assessment and risk management/safety planning skills
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team
Desirable criteria
- Clinical leadership
- Delegation skills
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Rachel Wharton
- Job title
- Team Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
Alexis Baker-Smith - Clinical Lead
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