Mental Health Practitioner Role in Tamworth with Sponsorship: Apply Now

Location
Tamworth, Staffordshire

Type
Permanent, Full-time

Salary (£)
£38,682 to £46,580 a year pa pro rata

About Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is all about bringing people together to build healthier, stronger communities. They’ve been investing heavily in local and voluntary services, making sure patients get the right support quickly and effectively. With a focus on collaboration, compassion, and innovation, they’ve created an environment where dedicated professionals can make a lasting impact while also finding room for their own career growth.

Job details

Benefits

• Career development support with training and progression built in
• NHS pension scheme offering long-term financial security
• Generous leave starting at 27 days and rising with service
• Flexible working options to help balance life and career
• Health and wellbeing resources available to all staff
• Free parking and flu vaccinations to make life that little bit easier
• Lease car or salary sacrifice car scheme with full insurance and maintenance included
• Cycle to work scheme for a greener, healthier commute
• Citizens Advice hardship fund available when extra support is needed

Requirements

• A professional qualification in Adult Mental Health such as RMN, Occupational Therapy, Social Work or Therapy
• Current UK registration with the relevant professional body
• Solid post-qualification experience supporting adults with mental health difficulties
• Confidence in assessment, planning and co-ordination of care
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to support GPs and patients alike
• Ability to travel independently across a large geographical area
• A genuine passion for community mental health services

Salary Details

This is a Band 6 Agenda for Change role, with pay ranging from £38,682 to £46,580 per year, pro rata.

About the Role

As a Mental Health Practitioner, you’ll be embedded within a primary care team, working closely with GPs, carers and patients. You’ll carry out mental health assessments, provide brief therapeutic interventions, and act as the bridge between primary care and wider community services. The real heart of the role is impact: making sure that patients don’t slip through the cracks, and that support is joined up, fast, and meaningful.

It’s a chance to work in a developing service where your ideas matter and your input helps shape how care is delivered. If you’ve ever wanted to see your professional skills making a visible difference in people’s daily lives, this is it.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess mental health needs in primary care to identify the right pathway quickly
• Deliver short-term interventions to support people with common mental health conditions
• Promote mental health awareness across local communities and GP practices
• Advise and support GPs so patients access the right care faster
• Strengthen links between services to reduce waiting times and improve continuity of care
• Contribute to care planning and risk management that prioritises safety and recovery

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust values diversity and inclusivity. They encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: The Hollies Medical Practice, Tamworth, B79 8AX
• Contact: Lisa Walters, Team Lead

Reference Number
301-JC-25-7368241

How To Apply
Don’t wait too long on this one. Apply now and take the next step in shaping community mental health care in Tamworth.