Primary Care Mental Health Practitioner (ARRS)
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Job Summary
Carnforth and Milnthorpe Primary Care Network (PCN) is excited to announce an opportunity for two part‑time mental health practitioners to join our dedicated and dynamic team. Located on the picturesque border of North Lancashire and South Cumbria, our PCN consists of two practices, Ash Trees Surgery and Park View Surgery, where we prioritise exceptional patient care and collaborative teamwork.
As part of our services across Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care System (ICS), we are implementing Mental Health Practitioner roles across the Primary Care Networks to support GPs with “on the day” mental health assessment and support for patients.
These roles are designated under the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS). They provide an opportunity for better joint working across primary care and adult secondary care mental health systems and will make it easier for patients to obtain the help they need.
Why Join Us?
* Supportive Environment: Work alongside a friendly and well‑established team, including paramedics, physiotherapists, social prescribers, health and wellbeing coaches, general practice assistants, pharmacy team and GPs.
* Career Development: This role offers excellent opportunities for service improvement and career growth, allowing you to make a real impact in our community. Supportive and structured mentoring.
* Beautiful Location: Enjoy working in a scenic area with easy access to the M6 for convenient travel.
This is an exciting role for someone who is proactive and passionate about innovation and providing a high‑quality holistic approach to the care of people who have been identified as in need of mental health support in a primary care setting. We are developing our integrated community services and look forward to welcoming you to a hardworking and dedicated team.
About Us
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care. The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well‑being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.
Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, and we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi‑time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.
For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.
Details
Date posted: 21 October 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year pro rata, per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part‑time
Reference number: 351-BAY827-LW-A
Job locations: Carnforth and Milnthorpe PCN; Lancaster, LA5 9JU
Job Responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for more information about this role.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
* Registered Mental Health Professional with current registration with the relevant body (e.g., NMC, HCPC, Social Work England)
* Evidence of continuing personal learning and development.
Essential Knowledge
* In‑depth understanding of risk assessment and risk management
* Experience of managing mental health caseloads.
* Experience of delivering evidence‑based mental health interventions.
Essential Experience
* 1 year post‑registration community‑based experience including completion of relevant preceptorship and post‑preceptorship experience.
* Working in various statutory settings with knowledge of primary care.
* Effectively managing complex clinical situations.
Essential Skills
* Literate and a good all‑round communicator.
* Experience of good time management and ability to prioritise workload.
* Ability to be resilient when working under pressure.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
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