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East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Senior Mental Health Clinical Advisor

The closing date is 27 July 2025

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Job summary

This role will support the Trust's and the Emergency Operations Centre's (EOC) approach to quality assurance and quality improvement and identifies priorities in the five domains of quality, aligned with the Care Quality Commission regulatory framework: caring, responsive, effective, well-led and safe for the mental health clinical portfolio within EOC.

The role will assist to develop and support Trusts Mental health initiatives and mental health pathways for the Clinical Hub within EOC leading to improved patient experience and supporting the Trusts/Wider NHS Agendas.

This role will assist in providing the Emergency Operations Centre oversight for and coordinate the delivery of the relevant elements of the EMAS Quality Improvement and Clinical Strategies. They will also provide clinical leadership for mental health clinicians working within the EOC Clinical Hub.

This role is responsible for the mental health aspects of EOC Clinical quality improvement development and mentorship, supporting the remainder of the leadership structure which is focused on the wider aspects of clinical service delivery. The role will work across EOC to support and improve service delivery.

Main duties of the job

Responsible for supporting and implementing local strategies to enhance patient care and ambulance service quality within the EOC. Leads quality improvement projects focused on efficiency, cost reduction, and better outcomes for mental health patients.

Identifies and recommends improvements in mental health practices to support performance targets. Manages local risks with potential Trust-wide impact.

Collaborates with EOC teams to drive change, fostering inclusive staff engagement. Develops and manages KPIs for mental health clinicians, ensuring consistent, high-quality care.

Provides supervision and oversight for Clinical Hub mental health staff, ensuring quality and audit standards. Offers clinical leadership in complex mental health case coordination.

Promotes self-care and independence for mental health patients. Supports professional development and leadership of Clinical Hub clinicians.

Contributes to the design and delivery of tailored mental health training for EOC staff. Aids in identifying and managing high-risk patients to prevent mental ill health.

Partners with senior leaders to drive innovation and service development. Engages in multidisciplinary forums to manage frequent mental health callers through care planning and case reviews.

About us

Why join the EOC Clinical Hub at East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust?

Working for us not only provides job satisfaction of knowing that what you do makes a real difference to our patients, but we offer a rangeof other great benefits too. We offer:

  • Flexible approach to working patterns, we understand the importance of a work life balance and have a wide selection of rotas for part-time and full-time staff.
  • Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working, career and salary progression and annual personal development review.
  • We are a uniformed service and uniform will be provided.
  • Expert training and support from our dedicated in-house clinical education team.
  • Opportunities for research participation, career progression and ongoing development.
  • Regular shift pattern with scheduled meal breaks.
  • Enrolment into the NHS Pension Scheme.
  • Occupational Health support along with an Employee Assistance Programme.
  • NHS Discounts in over 200+ stores including Holidays, Days out, Car insurance, Restaurants and Clothing.
  • Childcare vouchers.
  • Cycle to work scheme up to £3500.
  • Peer to Peer support networks.
  • An exceptional place to work to provide high-quality emergency care to save lives and make a difference to people with life-threatening illnesses or injuries.
  • A first-class employer, promoting equality, diversity and inclusion of our employees.
  • Free on-site car parking

Details

Date posted

11 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year section 2 unsociable hours will be paid as per AFC

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

335-A-1831

Job locations

East Midlands Ambulance Service Nottinghamshire/Lincolnshire

1 horizon place, Mellors Way,

Nottingham

NG8 6PY


Job description

Job responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the post will be undertaken in accordance with the policies, procedures and practices of the Trust, which may be amended from time to time. Patient Safety is a key priority for the Trust.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fully compliant with EMAS policies and procedures in respect of patient safety, for example Risk Management, Infection Prevention and Control, Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the post will be undertaken in accordance with the policies, procedures and practices of the Trust, which may be amended from time to time. Patient Safety is a key priority for the Trust.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fully compliant with EMAS policies and procedures in respect of patient safety, for example Risk Management, Infection Prevention and Control, Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

Person Specification

criteria

Essential

  • Appropriate clinical (Paramedic, Nurse, AHP) qualification with current professional registration e.g. NMC
  • Degree level management -qualification (or studying for) or equivalent experience
  • Experience working in mental health across an acute/urgent care setting
  • full uk driving licence
Person Specification

criteria

Essential

  • Appropriate clinical (Paramedic, Nurse, AHP) qualification with current professional registration e.g. NMC
  • Degree level management -qualification (or studying for) or equivalent experience
  • Experience working in mental health across an acute/urgent care setting
  • full uk driving licence

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

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

East Midlands Ambulance Service Nottinghamshire/Lincolnshire

1 horizon place, Mellors Way,

Nottingham

NG8 6PY


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

East Midlands Ambulance Service Nottinghamshire/Lincolnshire

1 horizon place, Mellors Way,

Nottingham

NG8 6PY


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

EOC Senior Manager - Clinical

Joanna Lear

joanna.lear@emas.nhs.uk

07580127748

Details

Date posted

11 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year section 2 unsociable hours will be paid as per AFC

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

335-A-1831

Job locations

East Midlands Ambulance Service Nottinghamshire/Lincolnshire

1 horizon place, Mellors Way,

Nottingham

NG8 6PY


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