Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Worker Role in London with Sponsorship: Join a Supportive Team, Apply Now

Location
London, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
£53,751 to £60,651 per year

About South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
They are one of the largest mental health trusts in the UK, known for their pioneering services and commitment to patients. Their Croydon Community Perinatal Team helps women through one of life’s most vulnerable times, providing compassionate and specialist care. They’re proud to offer a collaborative space where staff are supported through ongoing training, mentoring, and shared learning across London networks. If you’re passionate about making a difference in perinatal care, this is the kind of workplace where your skills and heart truly matter.

Job details

Benefits

• Career growth with access to London-wide perinatal training and mentorship
• Supportive team that values collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Professional development through supervision, training, and CPD opportunities
• Inclusive culture working with diverse communities in Croydon
• NHS pension and leave benefits offering stability and balance

Requirements

• First level nursing qualification and current NMC registration (RMN)
• Degree or Masters in mental health studies with evidence of ongoing development
• Experience working in psychiatric assessment, intervention, liaison or home treatment
• Skilled in supporting women with depression, anxiety, psychosis, and complex needs during pregnancy and postnatal stages
• Strong partnership approach with other services including social care, midwifery and voluntary sectors
• Confidence in working autonomously while contributing to a team environment
• Knowledge of evidence based interventions and NICE guidelines

Salary Details

The role offers £53,751 to £60,651 per year depending on experience, along with full NHS benefits.

About the Role

This Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Worker role puts you at the heart of supporting women and families during the perinatal period. You’ll work directly with patients experiencing moderate to severe mental health challenges, providing assessments, interventions, and tailored care plans. Your clinical expertise will shape treatment pathways that genuinely impact lives, helping women recover and thrive during pregnancy and early parenthood.

You’ll also join wider networks such as the Pan London Community Perinatal Nurses, giving you exposure to fresh perspectives and shared best practice. From mentoring junior staff to contributing to new ways of working, this is a chance to blend clinical skill with meaningful leadership. Every decision you make will play a part in shaping healthier futures for mothers and babies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload to deliver high quality, evidence based care that fits patient needs
• Carry out joint complex assessments with colleagues and agencies to ensure continuity of care
• Provide specialist reports and clinical input that guide families, referrers, and other professionals
• Deliver safe interventions in line with professional codes and NICE standards
• Support junior staff and students, helping to build the next generation of perinatal specialists
• Work closely with partner agencies to strengthen service pathways and patient experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They are committed to equality, fairness, and inclusion. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds to help build a workforce that reflects the communities they serve.

Employer Details

• Company Name: South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Croydon, London, United Kingdom
• Contact: Recruitment Team, HR Department

Reference Number
SLaM-PMH-2025

How To Apply
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