Location
Macclesfield, Cheshire, United Kingdom
Type
Full Time
Salary (£)
29,970 to 36,483 per year
About Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
They care deeply about mental health support that starts young. At Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, their Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Service (CYPMHS) delivers compassionate care to children aged 0 to 18. Their team isn’t just trained, they’re trusted, and they build partnerships with families, schools, and communities. Their approach is human-first, evidence-informed, and built on empathy. If you want to do work that shapes lives, this team will back you all the way.
Job details
Benefits
- Up to £8,000 relocation package for those moving to take the role
- Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available for eligible international applicants
- A supportive team where your growth and wellbeing are a priority
- Access to ongoing supervision and professional development
- Meaningful work with real impact in a child and adolescent mental health setting
- Embedded in a multi-disciplinary team that values collaboration
Requirements
- Registered Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist with a valid UK registration
- Passion for supporting young people’s mental health in clinical and community settings
- Knowledge of child development, psychology, and safeguarding frameworks
- Comfortable working within a multi-agency team on complex cases
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with young people and their families
- Willingness to learn, grow, and adapt in a fast-changing service environment
Salary Details
Pay band is aligned to NHS Band 5, with structured increments, full NHS pension, and benefits package.
About the Role
This role is about impact, not just intervention. As a Mental Health Worker within their CYPMHS team, you’ll support children and young people facing emotional, behavioural, and psychological challenges. From assessments and care plans to therapeutic sessions, your work will touch every point of their care journey.
You’ll be part of a dynamic team where everyone plays a role in shaping outcomes. You’ll engage families, work alongside schools, and liaise with GPs or social care when needed. There’s space to bring your full self to this job, knowing your clinical instincts and human approach are both valued.
If you’ve been looking for a place where you’re seen and supported while doing work that changes lives, this might just be your fit.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete comprehensive mental health and risk assessments with children and families
- Deliver evidence-based interventions such as CBT or parenting work
- Contribute to care planning and regular review of treatment goals
- Support families in understanding and managing mental health concerns
- Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, coordinating with schools, GPs, and social care
- Ensure adherence to safeguarding protocols and national legislation
- Keep accurate clinical records and contribute to outcome monitoring
- Promote a positive care experience for each young person
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This position is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applicants will be subject to a Disclosure check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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 value a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community they serve. Every application is reviewed fairly and without bias.
Employer Details
- Company Name: Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
- Address: Macclesfield, Cheshire, United Kingdom
- Contact: Via NHS Jobs portal
Reference Number
Not provided
How To Apply
Want a role where you can make a lasting difference in young people’s lives? Apply now and take the next step in a career that matters.
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