Job summary
As part of community transformation an exciting role has been developed between TEWV & Tees Valley Primary Care networks (PCN'S).
We are looking for an enthusiastic Community Associate Practitioner to work within the Tees Valley.
The role will be split 50% within Primary Care Network's across the Tees Valley and 50% within the TEWV mental health community hub's.
The role is to ensure that physical health needs of patients on the SMI register within GP surgeries are met. The practitioner will be expected to link in with individual GP practices to identify patients outstanding for physical health checks.
An assertive outreach approach will be adopted to engage patients on the SMI register to have their physical health investigations carried out. A kit will be provided to ensure that physical investigations can be carried out, at times, outside of a clinical environment. Full training on the kits will be provided.
You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Sponsorship may be available for this role in specific circumstances in line with Home Office regulations, where applicants were granted permission as a Skilled Worker under the immigration rules in place before 22 July 2025, and have had continuous permission as a Skilled Worker since then. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit Immigration Rules - Immigration Rules Appendix Skilled Occupations - Guidance - GOV.UK
Main duties of the job
Are you recovery focused?
Are you determined to achieve positive outcomes for patients and their carers?
Do you enjoy helping people and you do so in a person-centred manner?
If the answer is Yesto the above we would like to hear from you.
The successful candidate will be able to work as part of an integrated Community Mental Health Team and Primary Care Services. The role will involve working alongside the Leadership Team and Care Co-ordinators towards providing recovery focused interventions with service users and support carers.
Managerial and clinical supervision will be provided to support the successful candidate manage their caseload.
There are varied opportunities for training and development, with clinical development needs being identified and monitored through appraisal.
The successful individual will need a Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care and Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 or equivalent to be recruited into this position on Band 4.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying. Please note that this post requires a foundation degree in health and social care.
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying. Please note that this post requires a foundation degree in health and social care.
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care
- Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Person centred care
- Willing to undertake learning in areas of relevance to the role
- Evidence based knowledge of current practices in the field
- Awareness of legal frameworks including Mental Health legislation
- Care Programme Approach
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (within agreed timescale)
Skills
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
- Competency in record keeping (within agreed timescales)
- Breakaway techniques (within agreed timescale)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care
- Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Person centred care
- Willing to undertake learning in areas of relevance to the role
- Evidence based knowledge of current practices in the field
- Awareness of legal frameworks including Mental Health legislation
- Care Programme Approach
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (within agreed timescale)
Skills
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
- Competency in record keeping (within agreed timescales)
- Breakaway techniques (within agreed timescale)
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.
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).
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.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Woodside Resource Centre- FOR CORRESPONDANCE ONLY
Cavendish Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3EB
Employer's website
https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
