Job overview
We are looking to recruit a Mental Health Practitioner /Care Coordinator to work in the Tameside and Glossop Early Intervention Team.
The Early Intervention team are a multi disciplinary team with staff from a range of professions including, mental health nurses, CBT therapists and support workers. The team has a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist.
Main duties of the job
You would be responsible for a defined caseload of individuals experiencing first episode psychosis as a care coordinator / mental health keyworker within the team, as such you would work with individuals to meet their identified needs using outcome measures, a recovery approach and facilitate discharge from secondary mental health services, or referral on as appropriate. Additionally the post holder would contribute to duty and clinic work and participate in team development issues.
Working for our organisation
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.
Person specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Current registration with appropriate regulatory body (e.g. NMC, HCPC)
* Degree or equivalent in Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Social Work
Desirable criteria
* Mentorship, Practice Teacher or Educator
* AMHP
Experience
Essential criteria
* Substantial experience of relevant post registration practice
* Experience of managing a caseload
* Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team setting
* Experience of working with people with a range of severe and complex mental health problems
Desirable criteria
* Experience of working within a Community setting
* Experience of clinical supervision of other staff
Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Good working knowledge of therapeutic assessment techniques and interventions in the management of behaviour of individuals with complex mental health needs
* Knowledge of a range of screening and assessment tools and interventions utilised to support individuals with severe and complex mental health problems
* Comprehensive understanding of Safeguarding adults procedures and practice
* Comprehensive understanding of the Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act and Care Act
* Comprehensive understanding of roles and responsibilities under the Care Programme Approach.
* Understanding of key national and local policies and drivers in relation to adult mental health services
Desirable criteria
* Knowledge of local authority and CCG commissioning processes
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
* Ability to undertake the care co-ordinator role
* Evidence of ability to provide specialist mental health assessment and risk assessment/ management and be accountable for decision making
* Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
* Ability to manage own emotions and deal with others in highly stressful situations
* Ability to engage with and provide therapeutic interventions for this client group and carers
* Ability to prepare, record and complete relevant care records and reports to a professional standard
* Evidence of ability to manage a diverse and complex caseload, prioritise own time and work under pressure
* Ability to co-ordinate and delegate the work of junior staff
* Ability to value diversity and respond constructively to discriminatory behaviour
* I.T Skills
Work Related Circumstances
Essential criteria
* Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
* Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust’s Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
* Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure
📝 Application support - We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit the on our website.
🌍 Sponsorship Information - We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the
📬 After You Apply - Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.
✅ If You're Offered the Role - If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You’ll receive a formal conditional offer via email
🔍 Pre-Employment Checks - To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line with. These include:
* Identity verification
* Right to work check
* Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
* Professional registration and/or qualification check
* Occupational health assessment
* Employment history and reference validation
All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history and references.
If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.
🚀 Once Checks Are Complete -
The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.
📣 Additional Information -
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.
If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.
Please note:
* We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.
* We may close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, please apply as soon as possible.