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West London NHS Trust Mental Health Practitioner
The closing date is 17 November 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Mental Health Practitioner to join the Ealing Early Intervention Service on a fixed-term basis.
Ealing EIS is a dynamic, multidisciplinary community mental health team providing specialist assessment and treatment for young people experiencing a first episode of psychosis. We are passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based, recovery-focused care that promotes hope, social inclusion and positive outcomes for service users and their families.
We are seeking a skilled practitioner who is committed to person-centred care and who thrives within a collaborative and supportive team environment.
This post is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide cover during a period of secondment. Internal applicants may be considered on a secondment basis subject to agreement from their substantive manager.
Main duties of the job
As a Mental Health Practitioner, you will:
- Manage a caseload of service users experiencing a first episode of psychosis.
- Undertake comprehensive assessments, risk assessments and care planning.
- Deliver evidence-based interventions in line with Early Intervention in Psychosis standards.
- Work collaboratively with families, carers and partner agencies to support recovery.
- Contribute to physical health monitoring and holistic care planning.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and service development initiatives.
- Provide crisis management and risk management as required.
- Support service users with education, employment and social recovery goals.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical records and contribute to performance targets.
About us
Ealing Early Intervention Service is a committed and innovative team that values compassion, inclusion and continuous improvement. We take pride in supporting staff development and fostering a positive team culture where learning and professional growth are encouraged.
As part of our service, you will receive:
- Regular clinical and managerial supervision.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Supportive multidisciplinary working.
- Experience within a nationally recognised Early Intervention in Psychosis model.
- Access to quality improvement and service development projects.
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£45,953 to £54,254 a year Per annum inc HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
222-EAL-133-A
Job locations
Cherington House
Cherington Road
London
W7 3HL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of mental health disorders and relationship to physical disorders
- Mental health issues within diverse communities
- The Early Intervention in Psychosis model, ethos and practice
- Safeguarding policies and procedure
- Evidence -based interventions for First Episode Psychosis
- Trauma Informed approaches to care
- The principles of recovery, positive risk taking and strength-based approaches to care.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified RMN/OT/SW with current professional registration
- Evidence of relevant continuous professional development
Desirable
- CBT qualification
- Family Interventions Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Post-qualification experience in mental health; working with individuals with acute and complex needs
- Experience of supervising staff within own and/or other disciplines.
- Working in partnership with other agencies
- Experience of working in a community mh setting
- MDT working
Desirable
- Working with people with psychosis
- CAMHS and/or CYP experience
- Care co-ordination and care planning within CPA in the community.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of mental health disorders and relationship to physical disorders
- Mental health issues within diverse communities
- The Early Intervention in Psychosis model, ethos and practice
- Safeguarding policies and procedure
- Evidence -based interventions for First Episode Psychosis
- Trauma Informed approaches to care
- The principles of recovery, positive risk taking and strength-based approaches to care.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified RMN/OT/SW with current professional registration
- Evidence of relevant continuous professional development
Desirable
- CBT qualification
- Family Interventions Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Post-qualification experience in mental health; working with individuals with acute and complex needs
- Experience of supervising staff within own and/or other disciplines.
- Working in partnership with other agencies
- Experience of working in a community mh setting
- MDT working
Desirable
- Working with people with psychosis
- CAMHS and/or CYP experience
- Care co-ordination and care planning within CPA in the community.
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
West London NHS Trust
Address
Cherington House
Cherington Road
London
W7 3HL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.westlondon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
West London NHS Trust
Address
Cherington House
Cherington Road
London
W7 3HL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.westlondon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Team Lead
Georgiana Smith
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£45,953 to £54,254 a year Per annum inc HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
222-EAL-133-A
Job locations
Cherington House
Cherington Road
London
W7 3HL
United Kingdom
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