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Job Summary
* This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly.
* We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and forward-thinking Mental Health Act Approved Clinician & Consultant Practitioner to work within our Dementia and Older Persons ward at Longreach House, Redruth.
We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff. Only current employees of the following organisations can apply:
* Cornwall Foundation Trust
* Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
* Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and forward-thinking Mental Health Act Approved Clinician & Consultant Practitioner to work within our Dementia and Older Persons ward at Longreach House, Redruth. As an organisation we take pride in the forward thinking, evidence-based development of our services. In particular, the growth of our AC workforce and increasing our ability to have a blended system whereby a range of professionals can become the AC in charge of care is at the forefront of this ambition. We have a proven track record in training and deploying ACs safely and sustainably within Cornwall and realising the clinical benefits this role offers those who use our services.
Main duties of the job
* Act as Responsible Clinician (RC) for patients detained under the Mental Health Act (MHA), 1983, and hold accountability for the delivery of care and clinical decisions made as the consultant in charge of patient care.
* The Approved/Responsible Clinician will provide highly specialised care within the crisis teams and in-patient settings, using advanced clinical knowledge that is evidence based.
* Work together with the existing ACs to determine most appropriate allocation of RC.
* Develop roles to be RC for CTO patients.
* Provide expert advice to ensure the needs of the patient are met by leading, challenging and changing practice within the clinical setting.
* To facilitate the development of an environment that encourages continuous clinical improvement and problem solving by practitioners within the organisation.
* To work together with the Strategic Lead to support the continual development and embedding of Multi-professional Approved Clinician (MPAC) roles in the Trust; and provision of guidance and support for the education and development of trainee MPACs working to achieve Approved/Responsible Clinician status.
About Us
We\'re an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people\'s physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability. We are a people organisation and people matter to us. Over 4,000 people work for the Trust.
Details
* Date posted: 28 August 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
* Band: Band 8c
* Salary: £76,965 to £88,682 a year Per Annum
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Reference number: 201-25-641
* Job locations: Longreach House, Barncoose, Redruth, TR15 3ER
Job Description
Job responsibilities: For full information of the roles and responsibilities of this role, please see the attached job description and person specification.
Qualifications
Essential
* A professional mental health qualification such as RMN, CQSW, BSc/Diploma in OT, SROT, Chartered Clinical Psychologist, ENB 811/812 or CPN Degree.
* Masters level qualification in health / social care or demonstrable equivalent experience, supplemented by specialist training and/or experience to doctorate level or equivalent
* A current registration with a professional body (i.e., NMC; HCPC).
* Trained and registered as an Approved Clinician
Desirable
* Advanced physical healthcare assessment qualification
* Independent and supplementary prescribing qualification
Skills and Aptitude
Essential
* Knowledge of various approaches to mental health assessment
* Knowledge of the principles of Care Co-ordination
* Awareness of harassment, social exclusion issues and the effects of person and institutional discrimination
* Knowledge/awareness of relevant legislation and guidance including the Mental Capacity Act 2005, the Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended), Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS), The Community Care Act (1990), The Human Rights Act (1998)
* Skills in assessing, planning and evaluating mental health care/treatment interventions
* Expertise in psychosocial interventions, including relapse signatures and relapse prevention plans
* Skills in interacting therapeutically with patients who have a range of presenting problems
* Skills in coordinating complex care packages
Desirable
* Experience of working with a range of statutory and non-statutory agencies
Other
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such a DBS check will be undertaken. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer: Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Longreach House, Barncoose, Redruth, TR15 3ER
Website: https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/
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