Band 7 Mental Health Practitioner
The closing date is 04 January 2026
Job summary
The CAMHS Neurodevelopmental (ND) Pathway are seeking an experienced Mental Heath Practitioner (MHP) to join our diverse and innovative multi-disciplinary team to provide ADHD and Autism assessments for young people.
Applications from a range of professions including Allied Health professionals, social work, nursing, medical and psychology are welcome.We welcome applications from candidates who do not hold the NMP qualification.
The post holder will work alongside a multidisciplinary team, undertaking responsibility for ND assessment and diagnosis .
The MHP will work in a variety of settings, working closely with Paediatricians, SALTs and liaising with CAMHS colleagues for selected cases to support an integrated delivery of quality care.
They will manage their own caseload but will also supervise and assist the ongoing development of the other team members.
As a band 7 MHP you would need to have experience in working with young people who are diagnosed as having ADHD or as being autistic and being experienced in assessing for autism and ADHD.
You will also need to have understanding of mental health conditions and have experience in mental health assessment.
The applicant will bring significant experience of working autonomously within a multiagency arena.
Staff development is a priority & opportunity to build upon skills & knowledge that will enhance service provision is actively encouraged.
Working hours will be mainly Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.
Main duties of the job
As a MHP the post holder will undertake the assessment and diagnosis of CYP within neurodevelopmental services.
The post holder will work within the outpatient service, undertaking initial assessments of new referrals alongside MDT colleagues, plus co-working with colleagues within the MDT as required.
As a senior clinician provision of clinical supervision and line management of staff will also be undertaken in accordance with NMC and trust policies.
Please note that this role requires a full UK Driving Licence and access to a car during working hours.
For more details, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
About us
We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible. About Us Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents. We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy. For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy). All jobs will require permission to work in the UK. For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started. Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.
Details
Date posted
16 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
005392
Job locations
The Valentine Centre
Gorse Hill Hospital
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE7 7GX
Employer details
Employer name
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
The Valentine Centre
Gorse Hill Hospital
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE7 7GX
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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