Kings Lynn Primary Care Network - Lead Mental Health Practitioner
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Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust Kings Lynn Primary Care Network - Lead Mental Health Practitioner
The closing date is 20 September 2026
Job summary
We are recruiting a Primary Care Based Lead Mental Health Practitioner (MHP) working across GP practices within Kings Lynn PCN in West Norfolk.
This is a jointly funded role through the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS), supporting NSFT and Primary Care to deliver Place-Based Care. The post enables people to access timely mental health support in the familiar surroundings of their GP practice, helping ensure they receive the right support at the right time.
You will be embedded within GP practices and work as part of a multidisciplinary primary care team, delivering non-urgent mental health assessment and brief interventions for patients 16+ experiencing a range of mental health difficulties.
Main duties of the job
Expectations of the role:
- Provide assessments, brief interventions and short-term support for people aged 16+
- Support individuals with presentations including anxiety, depression, trauma-related distress, bipolar disorder, psychosis and other mental health needs
- Deliver psychoeducation, problem-solving approaches, safety planning and self-management strategies
- Work collaboratively with GP practice staff and local services to ensure people are directed to the most appropriate support
- Promote recovery, wellbeing and prevention of deterioration within local communities
About us
Every day is different and not without its challenges. We striveto ensure our staff have the support they need to tackle these challenges and time to embrace new opportunities.
Joining the Mental Health team at Norfolk andSuffolk Foundation Trust could be life-changing for you and the people you care for. Take the next step in your career, while supporting people to live their hopes, dreams and aspirations.
Why work for NSFT?
As an NHS employer, we have developed and put in place a range of policies to support our employees to enjoy a fair and healthy working environment.Flexible working options allow staff to request, review and agree changes in their working patterns at different stages of their careers, and as their personal circumstances change.
We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and diverse workforce, and we have dedicated Employee Network Groups which champion staff mental health issues, BME, disability, spirituality and wellbeing,women's and neurodiversity,and LGBT issues.
Life changing for you:https://youtu.be/ygNy6BCpEvk?si=g9YFJZkEzLbEN6pc
About Kings Lynn Primary Care Network
Kings Lynn PCN is one of four Primary Care Networks across West Norfolk, working collaboratively to meet the needs of local populations.
Practices include:
- Southgates Medical Centre
- St James Medical Practice
- The Woottons Surgery
- Vida Healthcare
Details
Date posted
18 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year gross per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
246-WSN7995219-A
Job locations
Kings Lynn Primary Care Network
King's Lynn
PE30 5FR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Ready to make a difference?Please review the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and key accountabilities.
If youre passionate about delivering safe, highquality care, working with kindness and compassion, and helping to create better outcomes for patients and communities, we would love to hear from you.Click APPLY and take the next step in your career with NSFT.
Find Out More
Primary Care Based Mental Health Practitioners make a real difference every day supporting patients at the right time, in the right place.Watch the short video here:https://youtu.be/9GvYKCJ3WGQ?si=6i5--3uaI21_GYmn
Job description
Job responsibilities
Ready to make a difference?Please review the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and key accountabilities.
If youre passionate about delivering safe, highquality care, working with kindness and compassion, and helping to create better outcomes for patients and communities, we would love to hear from you.Click APPLY and take the next step in your career with NSFT.
Find Out More
Primary Care Based Mental Health Practitioners make a real difference every day supporting patients at the right time, in the right place.Watch the short video here:https://youtu.be/9GvYKCJ3WGQ?si=6i5--3uaI21_GYmn
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker with the relevant professional registration.
- Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor training (NMC Registrants) or Practice Educator (AHP Social Worker Registrants)
- Ongoing Professional Development working towards degree level (if professional registration is following a diploma level course)
Skills
Essential
- Competent assessment skills
- Computer skills and experience of using Electronic Patient Record System
- Effective analytical and decision-making skills
- Care planning and risk assessment knowledge and skills
Desirable
- Able to time manage and reflect on clinical practice.
- Prevention and Management of Suicide training
Knowledge
Essential
- Ensure care is values-based, nonjudgemental and equitable, and supports the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity being met.
- Have the ability to discuss, identify and escalate safeguarding issues in a sensitive way to protect those who are vulnerable.
Experience
Essential
- Able to demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge of mental health practice from previous experiencerom previous experience
- Experience of managing a caseload and the provision of Mental Health Care services to people with mental health care needs.
- Experience in the delivery of clinical interventions.
Desirable
- Experience in delivering group-based interventions.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker with the relevant professional registration.
- Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor training (NMC Registrants) or Practice Educator (AHP Social Worker Registrants)
- Ongoing Professional Development working towards degree level (if professional registration is following a diploma level course)
Skills
Essential
- Competent assessment skills
- Computer skills and experience of using Electronic Patient Record System
- Effective analytical and decision-making skills
- Care planning and risk assessment knowledge and skills
Desirable
- Able to time manage and reflect on clinical practice.
- Prevention and Management of Suicide training
Knowledge
Essential
- Ensure care is values-based, nonjudgemental and equitable, and supports the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity being met.
- Have the ability to discuss, identify and escalate safeguarding issues in a sensitive way to protect those who are vulnerable.
Experience
Essential
- Able to demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge of mental health practice from previous experiencerom previous experience
- Experience of managing a caseload and the provision of Mental Health Care services to people with mental health care needs.
- Experience in the delivery of clinical interventions.
Desirable
- Experience in delivering group-based interventions.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Address
Kings Lynn Primary Care Network
King's Lynn
PE30 5FR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Address
Kings Lynn Primary Care Network
King's Lynn
PE30 5FR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Primary Care Clinical & Operational Lead
Adam Smith
Details
Date posted
18 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year gross per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
246-WSN7995219-A
Job locations
Kings Lynn Primary Care Network
King's Lynn
PE30 5FR
United Kingdom
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