About this role
Job summary
We are excited to offer an opportunity to join Mindworks Community Hub - South, supporting children and young people across South Surrey (Frimley and Guildford).
You will be part of a highly supportive, friendly, and forward-thinking multidisciplinary team, working within the i-THRIVE framework to provide Getting More Help and Risk Support interventions.
In this rewarding role, you will:
Deliver assessments and evidence-based interventions to children and young people experiencing emotional, psychological, and mental health difficulties Work collaboratively with families, carers, and partner agencies Contribute to a holistic, child-centred approach to care Be part of a service committed to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement We are looking for practitioners who are:
Professionally registered with the NMC, HCPC, or Social Work England (SWE) Experienced in working in the community withchildren and young people (under 18s) for at least two years post qualification Passionate about delivering high-quality, compassionate care Confident working within multi-agency and multidisciplinary environments Committed to improving outcomes for young people and their families
Main duties of the job
In this role, you will make a meaningful difference by delivering timely, effective interventions that improve outcomes for children and young people experiencing mental health difficulties, as well as supporting their families.
You will:
Place the voice and experience of children and young people (CYP) at the heart of all decision-making, ensuring care is person-centred and responsive Build and maintain supportive, collaborative relationships with colleagues and partner agencies Undertake comprehensive mental health assessments, contributing to formulation and care planning Complete risk assessments and develop and implement robust risk management plans Deliver evidence-based group interventions tailored to the needs of young people Use routine outcome measures to evaluate effectiveness, inform practice, and demonstrate high-quality care Provide supervision and support to student nurses, contributing to their learning and professional development
About us
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of health and social care services for people of all ages with mental ill-health and learning disabilities in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We also provide social care services for people with a learning disability in Croydon and ASD and ADHD assessment services in Hampshire.
We actively seek to engage people who use our services and our communities in improving the mental wellbeing of the local population. We work closely with other NHS and voluntary sector organisations who provide services and support people who use services and carers.
Surrey and Hampshire are beautiful counties lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast.
Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach.
For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.
Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Job description Job responsibilities
To deliver timely, high-quality mental health assessments and evidence-based interventions for children and young people, supporting their emotional wellbeing and recovery To provide specialist advice, guidance, and psychoeducation to colleagues, the wider Hub team, and partner organisations, helping to build knowledge, confidence, and skills across the alliance in supporting children and young people
To work both independently and collaboratively within the Mindworks Alliance, contributing to a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach to the assessment, formulation, and treatment of children, adolescents, and their families
To ensure care is delivered in a way that is child-centred, inclusive, and aligned with best practice and service standards
Please refer to the full Job Description for a comprehensive overview of responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Degree or diploma level qualification in Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Social Work Registered professional with current registration, appropriate to the job role (NMC, HCPC or SWE) Evidence of continuous professional development
Experience Essential
2-year post qualification experience of working in the community with young people with mental health difficulties and their families Experience and ability to undertake Mental Health Assessments, Risk Assessments and use outcome measures to evidence good 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.
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 Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Theta Hub
Lyon Way
Frimley
GU16 7ER
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)