Job Description
Mental Health Practitioner / Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) – Early Intervention | NHS Agency Contract | Derby\nService Care Solutions is currently recruiting experienced Mental Health Practitioners / Community Psychiatric Nurses (CPNs) for a full-time agency contract within the Early Intervention in Psychosis Service based in Derby.\nContract Details:\nLocation: Derby (Community-based role)\nHours: Monday to Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nPay Rates:\n£27.00 per hour (Umbrella)\n£21.71 per hour (PAYE, inclusive)Role Overview:This role is based within the Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) Service, supporting individuals aged 14–64 who are experiencing or are at risk of experiencing a first episode of psychosis. The successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver evidence-based, recovery-focused care.\nYou will be responsible for managing a defined caseload, conducting comprehensive assessments, and delivering a range of psychosocial interventions. The role also involves working closely with families, carers, and external agencies to ensure holistic and coordinated care.\nKey Responsibilities:\nManage a caseload of individuals with first episode psychosis (FEP)\nConduct extended mental health assessments and risk evaluations\nDevelop and implement care plans, safety plans, and recovery-focused interventions\nDeliver psycho-social interventions including CBT-informed practice, family work, and carer education\nParticipate in weekly MDT meetings and contribute to collaborative care planning\nLiaise with GPs, social care, education, and voluntary sector partners\nSupport service users in accessing education, employment, and social opportunities\nMaintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with NHS standards\nSafeguard adults and children in line with local and national protocolsIncentives and Benefits:\n£250 sign-up bonus for new nurses (paid in your first pay packet)\n£250 referral bonus for every nurse you refer who completes a 3-month contract\nFree DBS checks via fast-track online service\n£250 training allowance\nThree weekly payroll runs\nSpecialist mental health consultants as your single point of contact\nReal-time job alerts via text and email\nPAYE and Ltd company payment options available\nNationwide provider to over 40 NHS Trusts and 200+ local authoritiesApply Now or Refer a Friend and Get Rewarded\nSend your CV to: (url removed)