Oxford Health NHS Trust

Senior Mental Health Practitioner - Oxford

The closing date is 03 May 2026

Job summary

Are you a qualified mental health practitioner, seeking a new challenge a crucial service working with children and young people?

We are seeking a full time Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join the Neurodevelopmental Conditions (NDC) Service within Oxfordshire's Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).

The function of the Neurodevelopmental Conditions (NDC) pathway is to ensure that presentation of the emotional and mental health needs of children and young people with suspected or identified neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism and ADHD are appropriately met, with the aim of increasing ability to manage these long term conditions, and reducing the likelihood of long-term mental health problems. The service is delivered by a multi-disciplinary team who can deliver a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions.

We have a reputation for being creative, innovative, forward thinking, dynamic and research led. As a service we work closely with Oxford University to lead on research opportunities. With the support of NHS England the NDC service are currently developing a new diagnostic ASD Adolescent assessment tool. The project will continue for another year to complete phase 2, which will include data analysis of the tool and working towards publication.

Main duties of the job

Support the Clinical Lead with the co-ordination and delivery of the assessment and treatment service for children and young people, involving family members and others involved in the young person's care and take an active role in formulation.
Undertake and manage a specific caseload of young people, completing all required documentation including risk assessment and care plans. Be responsible for implementing and co-ordinating a range of interventions for Children, young people and families.
Managing and prioritising clinical time and case load effectively.
Compile written reports as required, and to generate and maintain accurate treatment records on paper and electronically in each patient's file which are stored securely.
Work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team within CAMHS Neuropsychiatry, CAMHS NDC Team and the wider CAMHS service.
Participate in regular supervision/case management and the locally agreed appraisal process. -Commitment to lifelong learning through ongoing professional and career development.

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles.

Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

Excellent opportunities for career progression

Individual and Trust wide learning and development

27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service

NHS Discount

Pension scheme

Lease car scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)

Staff networking and support groups

Date posted

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-OC7799266

Job locations

Maple House, Slade site

Horspath Driftway

Oxford

OX3 7JH

Job description

Job responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

RMN or RN. Occupational Therapist with HCPC Registration or Social Worker with HCPC registration

Desirable

Professional knowledge acquired through degree/diploma. CAMHS experience desirable. Mental Health Qualification desirable

Personal Qualities

Essential

Ability to reflect on and critically appraise the performance of self and others.
Ability to organise own time and diary and that of junior staff and learners
Commitment to client centred, non-discriminatory practice
Commitment to lifelong learning
Willingness to be flexible
To be I.T competent

Desirable

Skills in spreadsheets and other office applications

Experience

Essential

Experience of working with children and young people who have mental illness and their families and carers.

Desirable

To have experience of supervising student placements. Experience of mentoring and clinical supervision of others

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

RMN or RN. Occupational Therapist with HCPC Registration or Social Worker with HCPC registration

Desirable

Professional knowledge acquired through degree/diploma. CAMHS experience desirable. Mental Health Qualification desirable

Personal Qualities

Essential

Ability to reflect on and critically appraise the performance of self and others.
Ability to organise own time and diary and that of junior staff and learners
Commitment to client centred, non-discriminatory practice
Commitment to lifelong learning
Willingness to be flexible
To be I.T competent

Desirable

Skills in spreadsheets and other office applications

Experience

Essential

Experience of working with children and young people who have mental illness and their families and carers.

Desirable

To have experience of supervising student placements. Experience of mentoring and clinical supervision of others

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Maple House, Slade site

Horspath Driftway

Oxford

OX3 7JH

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Maple House, Slade site

Horspath Driftway

Oxford

OX3 7JH

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)