Job summary
Our ambition is to become a Gold Standard Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) Service, making a meaningful difference in reducing relapse rates, inpatient admissions, and supporting recovery through social inclusion and maximizing strengths and potential. We are seeking energetic, motivated, and skilled practitioners to help us achieve this vision.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for four Band 4 Assistant Practitioners to join our well-established and supportive multidisciplinary team. You will provide holistic care and support to adults experiencing their first episode of psychosis (FEP), contributing to their recovery and empowerment.
You will work alongside a dedicated team of doctors, nurses, psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, and specialists in employment and welfare rights. Together, we deliver collaborative health and social care focused on recovery and social inclusion.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for resilient, enthusiastic, and committed individuals who are passionate about helping others navigate their mental health, physical health, and social needs.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the delivery of person-centered care and treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team (MDT).
- Promoting social inclusion and helping individuals regain their social roles.
- Conducting physical health and wellbeing screenings to support holistic care.
- Facilitating group programs aimed at reducing isolation and fostering peer support.
To excel in this role, you will need:
- The ability to work autonomously while embracing the team's collaborative approach.
- Strong risk assessment and safeguarding skills to ensure the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable individuals.
- A willingness to engage in training provided by the Trust's Learning & Development team to enhance your knowledge and skills.
About us
North London NHS Foundation Trust (NLFT) is committed to improving mental health care across North London to deliver excellent services to our local people.Our Five-Year Strategy:
1. We will provide consistently high-quality care closer to home.
2. With our partners in North London and each borough we will ensure equity of outcome for all
3. We will offer great places to work, providing staff with supportive environment to deliver outstanding care.
4. We will be more effective as an organisation by pioneering research, quality improvement and technology.
Why NLFT?
We develop and retain our staff through leadership behaviours and managers programme and many more opportunities.
We promote flexible working and support staff with a range of health and wellbeing initiatives.
NHS Discounts, generous annual leave, and NHS pension scheme
Excellent internal staff network
The post holder will be aligned with our Values:
We Are Kind
We Are Respectful
We Work Together
We Keep Things Simple
We Empower
We Are Proudly Diverse
The Camden Early Intervention Service is an innovative and forward-thinking team working with service users experiencing a First Episode of Psychosis (FEP).
Camden EIS is a well-established, multi-disciplinary team serving a culturally diverse London Borough.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Early Intervention Service is committed to:
- Providing early assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for FEP.
- Delivering culturally sensitive, person-centered care, with a focus on stability, skill development, and social role recovery.
- Promoting both symptomatic and social recovery through effective engagement with service users.
- Ensuring the initial experience of service contact is neither disconcerting nor stigmatizing.
- Educating and supporting carers, involving them as fully as possible in the care process.
You will be responsible for assisting individuals in identifying their support needs and contributing to their recovery plans. This includes practical tasks to support keyworkers and contributing to group programs for service users.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- A knowledge of mental health conditions and psycho-social interventions for individuals experiencing FEP.
- A commitment to working in a community mental health setting, with prior experience in mental health being highly desirable.
- A proactive and supportive approach, with access to clinical supervision, peer support, and training through the Early Intervention Training Programme.
This role provides an opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive environment while contributing to the development and evaluation of group programs for service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Early Intervention Service is committed to:
- Providing early assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for FEP.
- Delivering culturally sensitive, person-centered care, with a focus on stability, skill development, and social role recovery.
- Promoting both symptomatic and social recovery through effective engagement with service users.
- Ensuring the initial experience of service contact is neither disconcerting nor stigmatizing.
- Educating and supporting carers, involving them as fully as possible in the care process.
You will be responsible for assisting individuals in identifying their support needs and contributing to their recovery plans. This includes practical tasks to support keyworkers and contributing to group programs for service users.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- A knowledge of mental health conditions and psycho-social interventions for individuals experiencing FEP.
- A commitment to working in a community mental health setting, with prior experience in mental health being highly desirable.
- A proactive and supportive approach, with access to clinical supervision, peer support, and training through the Early Intervention Training Programme.
This role provides an opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive environment while contributing to the development and evaluation of group programs for service users.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Diploma in Mental Health Practice or NVQ level 3 in Mental Health with post qualification evidences of further study / additional training to diploma level or NVQ 4 in Mental Health or equivalent level experience or Evidence of extensive and current paid experience of working with service users who have severe and or enduring mental health or addiction issues.
Desirable
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent (with a minimum of 5 A - E qualifications - which must include Maths and English) Level 1 Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults certificates Level 2 Safeguarding Children certificate
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of caring for people with mental health and substance misuse issues in an acute in-patient, community or SMS care setting and homeless setting
Desirable
- To be knowledgeable about factors that cause mental illness or addiction and preferred treatment methods
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a Health or Social Care setting in a paid or voluntary position
Desirable
- Demonstrate an understanding of a)The key sections of the Mental Health Act and its use in practice or b) equivalent mental health or social care legislation appropriate to service area or c) legislation pertinent to substance misuse services.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Diploma in Mental Health Practice or NVQ level 3 in Mental Health with post qualification evidences of further study / additional training to diploma level or NVQ 4 in Mental Health or equivalent level experience or Evidence of extensive and current paid experience of working with service users who have severe and or enduring mental health or addiction issues.
Desirable
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent (with a minimum of 5 A - E qualifications - which must include Maths and English) Level 1 Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults certificates Level 2 Safeguarding Children certificate
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of caring for people with mental health and substance misuse issues in an acute in-patient, community or SMS care setting and homeless setting
Desirable
- To be knowledgeable about factors that cause mental illness or addiction and preferred treatment methods
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a Health or Social Care setting in a paid or voluntary position
Desirable
- Demonstrate an understanding of a)The key sections of the Mental Health Act and its use in practice or b) equivalent mental health or social care legislation appropriate to service area or c) legislation pertinent to substance misuse services.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
