Assistant Practitioner

Job summary

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (NSFT) is seeking a motivated and compassionate Assistant Practitioner to join the Community Mental Health Team on a maternity cover basis.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary community mental health service, the Assistant Practitioner will support the delivery of high-quality, recovery-focused care to adults with mental health needs. The post holder will work under the direction and supervision of registered practitioners, contributing to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.

The role involves regular direct contact with service users in the community, supporting agreed care interventions, monitoring mental and physical wellbeing, promoting independence, and contributing to risk management and care coordination. The Assistant Practitioner will also support effective communication with carers, families, and partner agencies, ensuring continuity and safety of care.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Practitioner to gain experience within a community mental health setting, develop clinical skills, and contribute to a supportive and collaborative team during a period of maternity leave cover.

Main duties of the job

• Work as a member of the Community Mental Health Team, supporting the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred care to service users in the community under the supervision of registered practitioners.

• Support the assessment, planning, implementation, and review of care plans by carrying out delegated tasks and interventions in line with individual needs and recovery goals.

• Undertake direct work with service users, including monitoring mental and physical wellbeing, observing and reporting changes in presentation, and promoting engagement with services.

• Support risk assessment and management by recognising and escalating concerns relating to mental state, safeguarding, or risk to self or others in accordance with Trust policies.

• Assist service users with practical and therapeutic interventions, including health promotion, psychoeducation, relapse prevention support, and encouragement of daily living skills.

• Participate in community visits, clinics, and reviews alongside members of the multidisciplinary team.

• Work collaboratively with carers, families, and partner agencies, contributing to effective communication and continuity of care.

• Follow NSFT policies, procedures, and professional standards, ensuring confidentiality, dignity, and respect at all times.

• Participate in supervision, training, and ongoing development to maintain competencies relevant to the Assistant Practitioner role.

About us

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (NSFT) provides mental health, learning disability, and autism services across Norfolk and Suffolk. We are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate, and inclusive care that supports people to live well and achieve their recovery goals.

At NSFT, we value our staff and recognise that a supportive, respectful, and inclusive workplace is essential to delivering excellent care. We actively promote a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement, where staff are encouraged to develop their skills and progress their careers.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we work to ensure that our services and workforce reflect the communities we serve. Staff wellbeing is a priority at NSFT, and we offer a range of support, development opportunities, and flexible working arrangements to help our teams thrive.

By joining NSFT, you will be part of a dedicated organisation that places people, safety, and recovery at the heart of everything we do.

In addition, we also offer the following benefits:

• NHS pension
• a comprehensive in house & external training programmes
• career progression
• starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays)
• staff physio service
• gym membership
• NHS discounts and many more.

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Chatterton house

Goodwins Road

King's Lynn

PE30 5PD

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Chatterton house

Goodwins Road

King's Lynn

PE30 5PD

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

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