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Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Lead Practitioner

The closing date is 01 October 2026

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Job summary

WORTHING EARLY INTERVENTION IN PSYCHOSIS SERVICE.

Early Intervention in Psychosis Lead Practitioner/Social Worker Band 6 Position.

Contract : Substantive/Permanent

Hours :37.5

If you want to make a real difference to the lives of those living with psychosis, using your Social Work training skills by supporting people and their families in their recovery then please apply.

We are looking for an additional qualified and experienced Social Worker to complement our existing multidisciplinary Early Intervention in Psychosis service (EIPS).

The Worthing Early Intervention for Psychosis is a well-resourced team of talented and creative individuals, offering a wide range of specialisms. We are looking for a highly motivated qualified Social Worker to join our team on a substantive contract.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant willwork with the team manager and clinical colleagues in order to develop and co-ordinate an effective pathway of recovery for acaseload of service users, families and carers. You will be collaboratively creating treatment plans for people with complex presentations whilst working as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team.

You will need to have previous experience working with clients with complex mental health problems, and a real commitment to the principles of EIP and this client group.

The service offers support and treatment to people aged 14 - 65 who have experienced either a first episode of psychosis or present with an At Risk Mental State. Practitioners in the team are passionate about their work, and are committed to supporting families and working in a psychosocial informed way.

About us

The AAW EIP team is one of 6 Early Intervention in Psychosis teams provided by the Trust. The teams have a single service-wide governance group which oversees and leads on the delivery of care. Organizationally, the teams sit within the Trust's Children and Young People's Services division.

You will be provided with individual clinical supervision, group supervision for family interventions, with opportunities to link with other Social Workers, both within EIP and other services for peer supervision and professional development training. You will also have opportunities to develop your special interests and expertise in line with service and team objectives, and will be supported in your continuing professional development and in building skills relevant to your career development.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year PA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

354-CS-21976-1

Job locations

Arun House

Liverpool Gardens

Worthing

BN111RY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Early Intervention in Psychosis Practitioner Band 6

See documents tab for job description and person specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Early Intervention in Psychosis Practitioner Band 6

See documents tab for job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Practitioner with current registration Social Work, appropriate to the job role
• Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB equivalent
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Practitioner with current registration Social Work, appropriate to the job role
• Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB equivalent
• Evidence of continuous professional development

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

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Arun House

Liverpool Gardens

Worthing

BN111RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Arun House

Liverpool Gardens

Worthing

BN111RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Team Leader

Paul Mazza

[email protected]

07738758448

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year PA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

354-CS-21976-1

Job locations

Arun House

Liverpool Gardens

Worthing

BN111RY

United Kingdom

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