Mental Health Practitioner Primary Care Network (PCN)

Job summary

We are looking for a dedicated Mental Health Practitioner to join our Primary Care Network (PCN), working across 4 x GP surgeries. This role offers the opportunity to provide timely mental health support to patients within primary care, working closely with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

You will deliver assessments, brief interventions, and care planning, while helping to connect patients with specialist mental health services when needed. This is a key role in improving access to mental health care and supporting the wellbeing of our local community.

Main duties of the job

As a Mental Health Practitioner within the PCN, you will -:

• Provide timely mental health assessments, advice, and interventions in primary care.

• Support patients presenting with common mental health conditions (e.g., anxiety, depression, stress).

• Work with GPs and practice teams to develop and review care plans.

• Identify safeguarding and risk concerns and escalate appropriately.

• Liaise with secondary mental health services and community providers to ensure smooth referral pathways.

• Contribute to health promotion and wellbeing initiatives across the PCN.

About us

MMWF is a Primary Care Network comprising 4 x GP surgeries, serving a diverse local population of approximately 53,000 patients. Our network brings together GPs, nurses, allied health professionals, and administrative teams to deliver integrated, patient-centred care.

We are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our community by providing high-quality services, with a strong focus on collaboration, innovation, and supporting both physical and mental health needs. Joining our PCN means becoming part of a supportive and forward-thinking team dedicated to making a real difference in primary care.