Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Band 6 Senior Mental Health Practitioner - CYP PACT

The closing date is 03 May 2026

Job summary

The Personality and Complex Trauma Team PACT service is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated Band 6 Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our dynamic team. The role focuses on delivering Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to young people aged 14-25 with complex emotional needs and high levels of distress. You will support those experiencing emotional dysregulation and interpersonal difficulties.

Key Responsibilities o Deliver individual and group DBT interventions o Hold a focused DBT caseload o Complete high-quality clinical and risk assessments o Work collaboratively with young people and families using a trauma-informed approach o Attend DBT consultation meetings and regular clinical supervision o Contribute to the wider PACT team supporting young people with complex needs

PACT is a supportive multidisciplinary team. You will work closely with other CYP services.

What We're Looking For o Registered mental health professional (RMN, Social Worker, OT) o Strong formulation and risk assessment skills o Experience with young people with complex emotional needs o Confidence delivering structured therapeutic interventions o Compassionate, reflective, and resilient practice

What We Offer o DBT consultation and regular clinical supervision o Ongoing training and professional development o A collaborative, supportive team o The chance to make a meaningful difference to young people with complex needs.

Main duties of the job

To support the delivery of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) delivered as part of the Personality and Complex Trauma Team within Children and Young People Division age 14 - 25.

To support the wider Personality and Complex Trauma team with the delivery of a range of supportive interventions using the three stage Trauma Model.

To complete Initial Assessments dependent on service need.

To work flexibly within the service as required.

To provide professional advice and support to other agencies and members of the multidisciplinary team.

To provide compassionate care and improve the wellbeing of Young people through the delivery of excellent clinical interventions that promote recovery and well-being

About us

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.

Details

Date posted

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

436-7862618

Job locations

finch road

birmingham

B19 1HS


Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • Registered Mental Health Professional
Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • Registered Mental Health Professional

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

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

finch road

birmingham

B19 1HS


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

finch road

birmingham

B19 1HS


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Nurse PACT

Katharine Bird

katharinebird@nhs.net

07818751338

Details

Date posted

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

436-7862618

Job locations

finch road

birmingham

B19 1HS


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