Job summary
Permanent | Full Time
Are you passionate about improving the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people? We're looking for an experienced and highly motivated Primary Mental Health Practitioner to join our CAMHS Primary Mental Health Service in Sheffield.
You'll work both independently and collaboratively across communities, supporting young people and families in partnership with local authorities and third-sector organisations. This role is deeply rooted in early intervention and prevention--making a difference, right from the start.
We're looking for someone with solid experience in child and adolescent mental health and a diverse therapeutic toolkit. You'll excel in a role that values autonomy and creativity, and offers scope to influence service development.
Why Join Us?
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Be part of a creative team shaping early intervention pathways
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Receive support and supervision
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Enjoy wide-ranging professional development opportunities
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Contribute to a service recognised regionally and nationally for its specialist expertise
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Specialist PMH Practitioner, your responsibilities will include:
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Be the first contact for referrals into the service
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Conduct clinical consultations and assessments
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Collaboratively produce tailored support plans
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Offer advice, screening, and signposting to appropriate services
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Signpost to relevant services, resources, or therapeutic interventions
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Collaborate with different professionals across sectors
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Support staff in their work with young people by offering guidance
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Promote holistic and integrated care approaches
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Details job description and main responsibilities:- For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Details job description and main responsibilities:- For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Current RMN / RN (Mental Health), Social Work, Occupational Therapy or therapeutic professional qualification at degree level
- Post registration clinical training relevant to CAMHS/Mental Health.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Conflict resolution training
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible approach to work with a desire to make positive changes to practice.
- Ability to work effectively within a team, developing positive relationships with others and working collaboratively to achieve shared goals and objectives.
- Be able to travel to attend home visits, TAF meetings and schools.
Desirable
- Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle to enable attendance at home visits, TAF meetings and schools
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience within a CAMHS/Mental Health Setting
- Experience of designing and delivering training, adapting for different learning styles
Desirable
- Auditing clinical standards
- Utilisation of research in practice
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of current CAMHS practice/issues, including knowledge of a range of therapeutic interventions
- Understanding of safeguarding procedures and Legal Frameworks relevant to CAMHS
- The ability to demonstrate empathy, active listening and provision of advice
- Able to work within a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating professionalism, respect and cooperation
- Ability to build relationships and rapport with young people and their families quickly
- Ability to manage challenging situations and expectations
- Self-motivated and able to work under own initiative and prioritise workload
- IT literate including sound knowledge of MS Office software such as; Excel, PowerPoint etc
Desirable
- Specific clinical interventions/ strategies, including Systemic Intervention, Emotion Coaching, EMDR, CBT, DBT, IPT
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Current RMN / RN (Mental Health), Social Work, Occupational Therapy or therapeutic professional qualification at degree level
- Post registration clinical training relevant to CAMHS/Mental Health.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Conflict resolution training
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible approach to work with a desire to make positive changes to practice.
- Ability to work effectively within a team, developing positive relationships with others and working collaboratively to achieve shared goals and objectives.
- Be able to travel to attend home visits, TAF meetings and schools.
Desirable
- Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle to enable attendance at home visits, TAF meetings and schools
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience within a CAMHS/Mental Health Setting
- Experience of designing and delivering training, adapting for different learning styles
Desirable
- Auditing clinical standards
- Utilisation of research in practice
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of current CAMHS practice/issues, including knowledge of a range of therapeutic interventions
- Understanding of safeguarding procedures and Legal Frameworks relevant to CAMHS
- The ability to demonstrate empathy, active listening and provision of advice
- Able to work within a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating professionalism, respect and cooperation
- Ability to build relationships and rapport with young people and their families quickly
- Ability to manage challenging situations and expectations
- Self-motivated and able to work under own initiative and prioritise workload
- IT literate including sound knowledge of MS Office software such as; Excel, PowerPoint etc
Desirable
- Specific clinical interventions/ strategies, including Systemic Intervention, Emotion Coaching, EMDR, CBT, DBT, IPT
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).
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.
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).
