Pathway Lead - Older Adults Community Mental Health Team
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Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Pathway Lead - Older Adults Community Mental Health Team
The closing date is 25 November 2026
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to recruit x 1 band 7 Mental Health Pathway Lead within the Older Adult Community Mental Health team, clinically working in the South Staffordshire East locality.
Applicants should possess the knowledge and skills to enable them to work in older adult mental health speciality, working with service users affected by all types of functional mental health and Dementia conditions. This includes working with challenging and complex needs.
Applicants will be required to work closely with the existing multi-disciplinary team members and working within a clinical and leadership role. The role will include close working with physical and social care colleagues along with our GP and primary care colleagues.
Main duties of the job
- Delivery of a high standard of nursing care to individuals referred to the Older Adult CMHT
- To provide daily operational/ clinical leadership and supervision to the neighbourhood teams.
- To participate actively in Collective Leadership and Quality Improvement projects relating to the services.
- Provide a specialist mental health nursing assessment, care planning and to evaluate those experiencing functional mental health conditions.
- To network and work in partnership with fellow team members and internal/external partners.
- To undertake their own professional development and compliance with mandatory training.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Details
Date posted
06 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
301-RJ-26-8384978
Job locations
St Michaels Court
Lichfield
WS13 6EE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT
The Older Adult CMHT will provide you with a supportive environment in which to fully utilise and develop your skills and knowledge in working in a challenging community setting as part of a truly holistic system of health and social care.
If you would like to find out more about the team/post or to arrange a visit please contact Matt Evans (Operational Manager for Older Adult Mental Health) [email protected]
Job description
Job responsibilities
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT
The Older Adult CMHT will provide you with a supportive environment in which to fully utilise and develop your skills and knowledge in working in a challenging community setting as part of a truly holistic system of health and social care.
If you would like to find out more about the team/post or to arrange a visit please contact Matt Evans (Operational Manager for Older Adult Mental Health) [email protected]
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- First level professional Nursing /AHP/Social Work qualification.
- Post-registration experience and/or evidence of formal courses and training at post graduate diploma level
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing multi- disciplinary teams
- Experience of effectively initiating, developing, implementing and evaluating operational processes.
- Demonstrable experience in performance management
- Experience in the direct line management of health or social care staff
- Significant demonstrable post qualification experience at Band 6 working in a mental health / specialist inpatient setting.
- Demonstrable experience of effective multi-disciplinary team working.
Essential
Essential
- First level professional Nursing /AHP/Social Work qualification.
- Post-registration experience and/or evidence of formal courses and training at post graduate diploma level
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing multi- disciplinary teams
- Experience of effectively initiating, developing, implementing and evaluating operational processes.
- Demonstrable experience in performance management
- Experience in the direct line management of health or social care staff
- Significant demonstrable post qualification experience at Band 6 working in a mental health / specialist inpatient setting.
- Demonstrable experience of effective multi-disciplinary team working.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Michaels Court
Lichfield
WS13 6EE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Michaels Court
Lichfield
WS13 6EE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Service Lead
Matthew Evans
03003033428
Details
Date posted
06 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
301-RJ-26-8384978
Job locations
St Michaels Court
Lichfield
WS13 6EE
United Kingdom
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