Job summary

**PLEASE NOTE THE ROLE DOES NOT REQUIRE THE PSTS TRAINING**

The post holder will work within the Primary Care Mental Health Team (PCMHT) providing a Rapid response to urgent referrals to service users referred to Southwark Community Teams.

The Rapid response post will triage and assess service users in crisis and if necessary, refer on to acute services i.e. Home Treatment team.

The Rapid response service will also ensure that all referrals to the PCMHT do not exceed the twenty-eight day wait for assessment and will work closely with PCMHT staff, the GP's in Southwark and other referring agencies.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

To liaise with professional bodies as required in matters relating to staff within the team. To ensure that all relevant good practice guidance is reflected within the working practice of the team. Investigate serious incidents and complaints as directed by the Clinical Service Lead/ Head of Care Pathway. To ensure that lessons learned and from serious incidents are disseminated and any recommendations made are incorporated into operational policy to improve the service.

About us

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK as well as substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We work closely with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. There are very few organisations in the world that have such wide-ranging capabilities working with mental illness. Our scope is unique because it is built on three major foundations: care and treatment, science and research, and training.

SLaM employ around 5000 staff and serve a local population of 1.1 million people. We have more than 230 services including inpatient wards, outpatient and community services. Currently, provide inpatient care for approximately 5,300 people each year and treat more than 45,000 patients in the community in Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark; as well as substance misuse services for residents of Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich.

Details

Date posted

03 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum inclusive of HCAs

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NUR-8320095-LF

Job locations

community southwark

Southwark South community mental health team

st giles

SE5 7UD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

To offer preliminary assessments that require rapid intervention.

To provide comprehensive and ongoing assessment to service users deemed to be high risk.

To participate in daily referral screening meeting to identify rapid response referrals.

To participate in the team duty rota

To liaise closely with crisis services and emergency out of hours services. To provide evidence-based care as outlined in NICE guidance.

To participate in the team duty rota.

To provide cover for GP Connect from 5-7pm

To ensure that all referrals are accepted within the target twenty days time frame.

A full awareness of key performance indicators (KPI) targets ensuring that the rapid response service meets key KPIs.

TRAINING & SUPERVISION

To attend regular clinical and management supervision and appraisal

To contribute to the teaching and training of mental health professionals and other staff working in the service.

To undertake the mentorship of students working in the service

PROFESSIONAL Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice/ Codes of Conduct according to the employer and regulating and professional bodies (NMC/HPC) Ensure client confidentiality is maintained at all times

Attend clinical/managerial supervision on a regular basis as agreed with manager. Participate in individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives Maintain accurate and timely written records

GOVERNANCE: To devise and implement action plans and monitoring to support clinical and corporate governance requirements.

To implement systems to provide risk analysis that identifies and quantifies financial and non-financial risks, and supports the service in formulating management plans to minimise the risks, perform regular reviews and feed into the Trust Risk Register and Risk Management

Job description Job responsibilities CLINICAL To offer preliminary assessments that require rapid intervention. To provide comprehensive and ongoing assessment to service users deemed to be high risk. To participate in daily referral screening meeting to identify rapid response referrals. To participate in the team duty rota To liaise closely with crisis services and emergency out of hours services. To provide evidence-based care as outlined in NICE guidance. To participate in the team duty rota. To provide cover for GP Connect from 5-7pm To ensure that all referrals are accepted within the target twenty days time frame. A full awareness of key performance indicators (KPI) targets ensuring that the rapid response service meets key KPIs. TRAINING & SUPERVISION To attend regular clinical and management supervision and appraisal To contribute to the teaching and training of mental health professionals and other staff working in the service. To undertake the mentorship of students working in the service PROFESSIONAL Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice/ Codes of Conduct according to the employer and regulating and professional bodies (NMC/HPC) Ensure client confidentiality is maintained at all times Attend clinical/managerial supervision on a regular basis as agreed with manager. Participate in individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives Maintain accurate and timely written records GOVERNANCE: To devise and implement action plans and monitoring to support clinical and corporate governance requirements. To implement systems to provide risk analysis that identifies and quantifies financial and non-financial risks, and supports the service in formulating management plans to minimise the risks, perform regular reviews and feed into the Trust Risk Register and Risk Management

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Degree standard or professional equivalent.
• Relevant experience in community mental health teams or Home Treatment / Crisis Teams

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of working with service users with depression, anxiety and personality difficulties using evidence based interventions within NICE guidelines.
• Transferable psychological skills and knowledge relevant to work with working age adults with severe and enduring & psychotic disorders in secondary care
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of psychological therapies, particularly DBT and CBT.
• Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner with an appropriate level of clinical and managerial supervision. Ability to manage own time and workload.
• To give and receive feedback in a constructive way Demonstrates high standards in written communication skill in clear letter/report writing. Effective skills.
• Commitment to continuing professional development, to partnership working and to reflective clinical practice

Person Specification Essential Essential Degree standard or professional equivalent. Relevant experience in community mental health teams or Home Treatment / Crisis Teams Desirable Demonstrable experience of working with service users with depression, anxiety and personality difficulties using evidence based interventions within NICE guidelines. Transferable psychological skills and knowledge relevant to work with working age adults with severe and enduring & psychotic disorders in secondary care Knowledge of the theory and practice of psychological therapies, particularly DBT and CBT. Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner with an appropriate level of clinical and managerial supervision. Ability to manage own time and workload. To give and receive feedback in a constructive way Demonstrates high standards in written communication skill in clear letter/report writing. Effective skills. Commitment to continuing professional development, to partnership working and to reflective clinical practice

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). 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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

community southwark

Southwark South community mental health team

st giles

SE5 7UD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

community southwark

Southwark South community mental health team

st giles

SE5 7UD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Make a Real Difference in Lambeth's Mental Health: Community Practitioner at South London and Maudsley NHS Trust

Are you passionate about mental health and driven to empower others on their recovery journey? The Lambeth North Focused Support Service is searching for a dedicated Community Practitioner to join our dynamic team. This is your chance to be at the forefront of innovative mental health care, making a tangible impact on the lives of people in Lambeth.

Focused Support service offer medium to longer term mental health care to residents in the Borough of Lambeth aged 18 and over regardless of diagnosis using the Care Programme Approach. We are a part of the Lambeth Alliance, and we have a close interface with a variety of SLaM services, other statutory organisations (inc. social care) and the voluntary sector.

We are proud to be part of the Lambeth Alliance. The Lambeth Living Well Network (LWN) Alliance brings together Certitude, Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group, Lambeth Council, South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and Thames Reach organisations to deliver an innovative way of providing mental health support for those who need it in the Lambeth Borough; a fully integrated and coordinated mental health system which focuses on people's strengths and supports their whole health and wellbeing.

*This is a rolling advert. Applications will be considered and progressed accordingly on an ongoing basis and not necessarily until after the advert closes*

Main duties of the job

What you'll bring:

• A relevant professional qualification (Nurse, OT or Social Worker) and experience in mental health care.
• A passion for supporting people with mental health challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
• A strong work ethic and a dedication to providing high-quality care.

The post holder will deliver high quality safe care, ensuring consistently high standards of practice and clinical excellence. The role includes leading the delivery of comprehensive service user assessments, planning, implementation and evaluation of person-centered care in a collaborative way. The post holder will co-ordinate a first class service that includes assessment and monitoring of physical health, maintaining service users rights, supervising junior staff and students, working collaboratively with the Multi-Disciplinary Team and maintaining a safe and therapeutic working environment and accurate records.

This is more than just a job - it's a chance to be a champion for positive mental health in one of London's most exciting boroughs. Apply today and take the first step on a rewarding career journey with South London and Maudsley NHS Trust.

About us

We are committed to ensuring our staff get the most out of their benefits package and understand the importance of a healthy work life balance. There is an extensive range of excellent benefits for you and your family. We want you to feel like you are part of a close-knit team at SLaM. It's important to us that you valued and appreciated and that are why we have a comprehensive benefits package on offer.

Some of our benefits are highlighted here:

• Generous pay, pensions and leave,we offer a comprehensive pay, pensions and leave package which is dependent on the role and length of service.
• Work life balance,flexible working and support a range of flexible options, such as: part-time working and job sharing.
• Career development,There are plenty of opportunities to progress your career and we support your development through a number of programmes such as mentoring, coaching, positive people management, collective leadership and other talent programmes
• Car lease,our staff benefits from competitive deals to lease cars
• Accommodation,our staff benefits fromkeyworker housing available which is available on selected sites
• NHS discounts,with discounts up to 10% from a variety of well-known retail brands though Health Service Discounts website.

Other benefits include:

• Counselling services
• Wellbeing events
• Long service awards
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Childcare vouchers
• Staff restaurants

Details

Date posted

26 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£47,951 to £56,863 a year per annum inclusive of HCAs

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NUR-8168694-LF

Job locations

Lambeth North Living Well Centre

332 Brixton Road

London

SW97AA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Registered Mental Health Nurse/ Occupational Therapist or Social Worker and/or Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse

Experience of research- based/reflective practice, e.g. understanding and ability to use supervision to reflect on skills

Significant relevant clinical experience

Evidence of continuing professional Development.

Able to provide quality care that is responsive to service users needs, without close supervision

Skills in clinical assessment/baseline mental health assessment

Knowledge of clinical governance and audit

Understanding of Care Coordination under the Care ProgrammeApproach

Job description Job responsibilities Registered Mental Health Nurse/ Occupational Therapist or Social Worker and/or Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse Experience of research- based/reflective practice, e.g. understanding and ability to use supervision to reflect on skills Significant relevant clinical experience Evidence of continuing professional Development. Able to provide quality care that is responsive to service users needs, without close supervision Skills in clinical assessment/baseline mental health assessment Knowledge of clinical governance and audit Understanding of Care Coordination under the Care ProgrammeApproach

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse/ Occupational Therapist or Social Worker and/or Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse

Desirable

• Master's degree
• Mentorship qualification or equivalent

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Significant relevant clinical experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Knowledge of clinical governance and audit
• Understanding of Care Co-ordination under the Care Programme Approach (CPA)

Desirable

• Experience of working in the community
• Experience of managing a caseload

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Skills in clinical assessment/baseline mental health assessment
• Skills in risk assessment and risk management and crisis management
• Advocates for all individuals, particularly those with protected characteristics; promotes equality and diversity

Desirable

• Skilled in supervision of others, and in providing critical and constructive feedback

Other

Essential

• Empathy for service users and carers including individuals who have experienced mental health problems

Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Registered Mental Health Nurse/ Occupational Therapist or Social Worker and/or Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse Desirable Master's degree Mentorship qualification or equivalent Experience and Knowledge Essential Significant relevant clinical experience Evidence of continuing professional development Knowledge of clinical governance and audit Understanding of Care Co-ordination under the Care Programme Approach (CPA) Desirable Experience of working in the community Experience of managing a caseload Skills and Abilities Essential Skills in clinical assessment/baseline mental health assessment Skills in risk assessment and risk management and crisis management Advocates for all individuals, particularly those with protected characteristics; promotes equality and diversity Desirable Skilled in supervision of others, and in providing critical and constructive feedback Other Essential Empathy for service users and carers including individuals who have experienced mental health problems

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). 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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lambeth North Living Well Centre

332 Brixton Road

London

SW97AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lambeth North Living Well Centre

332 Brixton Road

London

SW97AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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