Lead Practitioner – West Neighbourhood Mental Health Team (Band 6)
📍 Hove – based at Mill View Hospital (working across Brighton & Hove)
💷 £38,682 – £46,580 per annum (pro rata, Band 6)
🕒 22.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday
📄 Fixed term – 6 months (Maternity Leave Cover)
📅 Closing date: 29 December 2025
About the role
We’re looking for a Lead Practitioner (Band 6) to join our West Neighbourhood Mental Health Team (NMHT), based at Mill View Hospital.
This is a great opportunity to develop your community mental health skills within a supportive, friendly and well-established multidisciplinary team, working with people who have a wide range of mental health needs.
You’ll be part of a team that genuinely values staff wellbeing, learning and connection, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and reflective practice.
What you’ll be doing
• Completing clinical assessments, including risk assessment and formulation
• Supporting service users with severe and enduring mental health difficulties
• Working closely with carers, families and partner organisations
• Delivering a range of evidence-based clinical interventions
• Building strong links with third-sector organisations and specialist services
What we’re looking for
• Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker
• Current professional registration
• Experience working with people with complex mental health needs
• Confidence in assessment, risk management and care planning
• A collaborative, motivated and compassionate approach
Previous community experience is desirable but not essential.
What we can offer you
At SPFT, we put people first and support your development at every stage. You’ll benefit from:
• Flexible working options where service allows
• A welcoming, supportive team culture
• Opportunities to broaden your skills and develop your career
• NHS pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement (pro rata)
• Access to wellbeing support and NHS discount schemes
• Working for a Trust rated ‘Outstanding’ for Caring by the CQC
How to apply
👉 Click “Apply now” to be redirected to our NHS Trac careers site, where you can complete your application.