Job summary: We are seeking an individual to support the next stages in the development of the newly established CAMHS Transitions Service. This role will be a pilot, and it will run for 12 months initially, but the hope is that this role will become permanent so we can continue to support young people from our CAMHS inpatient settings to the next stage in their recovery.
As a team we adopt a holistic approach, not only focusing on mental health but also addressing the physical, social, educational, and motivational needs of the young people we work with. By employing the social prescribing model we help young people engage with life through activities that promote community connections, sports, education, employment, housing, and more. Your role will empower young people to build confidence, improve wellbeing, and work towards their long‑term health goals.
We work in both the inpatient and community settings from Kent and Medway Adolescent Hospital. We collaborate with multiple services and will often have daily communications with community CAMHS, Children’s Services, education providers, third‑party services, and adult services.
Responsibilities
* To contribute as a key member of the CAMHS Transitions Team, providing high‑quality care to young people and developing, planning, and implementing individualised treatment programmes based on the specific needs of each young person.
* To critically assess and evaluate the effectiveness of care programmes, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes.
* To provide expert clinical knowledge and skills across both inpatient and community settings, delivering evidence‑based interventions and direct care.
* To manage caseloads autonomously, ensuring effective time management while delivering care and support to young people in inpatient and community settings.
* To monitor and assess the impact of prescribed medication, providing timely updates to the line manager and ensuring the wider team is informed of any changes, fostering effective communication across teams.
* To engage young people in a person‑centred approach to goal setting and treatment planning, ensuring that their views and those of significant others are integral to the formulation of care plans.
* To actively contribute to the development and improvement of the transition service, supporting the implementation of service changes and contributing to new initiatives within the team.
* To participate in professional meetings, including multi‑agency risk planning meeting reviews, contributing to multi‑disciplinary discussions to ensure high‑quality care is provided.
* To maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records of care programmes and communications, ensuring compliance with the electronic patient record system (Rio).
* To demonstrate sound knowledge of and adhere to the principles of the Mental Health Act 1983 in practice.
* To collaborate with the wider professional network, contributing to care planning and ensuring integrated support for young people.
* To prioritise safeguarding in all aspects of clinical practice, attend relevant safeguarding training, address concerns with safeguarding leads, and ensure that safeguarding issues are appropriately recorded in the electronic patient record system.
Qualifications
* Successful completion of graduate training (e.g. nursing, social work, occupational therapy) or equivalent substantial CAMHS clinical experience.
* Eligibility for registration as a full member of the appropriate professional body (e.g. HCPC, NMC) where appropriate.
Experience
* Experience of working with difficult, disturbed or challenging children/young people requiring skilled and complex interventions.
* Experience of working therapeutically with parents, carers and families of children and young people with complex mental health problems.
* Experience of assessment carried out autonomously to determine the most appropriate treatment plan from a range of options for the child/young person.
Knowledge
* Knowledge of risk management and ability to monitor and assess risk.
Details
Date posted: 31 December 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: 5
Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 per annum pro rata.
Contract: Secondment
Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number: 395-KM426-25
Job location: Kent and Medway Adolescent Hospital, Cranbrook Road, Staplehurst, TN12 0ER
Employer
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Website: https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/
Disability and Disability Accommodation
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, and we will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. All staff are required to carry out the same fundamental job duties and achieve the same objectives irrespective of their personal circumstances.
Legal and Security Checks
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for Disclosure and Barring Service (CRB) checks.
Additional Information
Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Work visa sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. All applicants must have current UK professional registration.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and strive to ensure an inclusive culture.
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