Employer: South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM)
Location: GP Surgeries within Lewisham Alliance Group, London
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday 9am–5pm)
Salary: £54,320 – £60,981 per annum (inclusive of HCAS)
Closing date: 07 October 2025 (23:59)
About the Role
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) is seeking a skilled and autonomous Primary Care Network Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our Lewisham Community Services team.
This role is part of a wider initiative to enhance mental health provision in primary care, following a successful pilot. The postholder will provide early intervention, assessments, and tailored support to patients, while facilitating seamless transitions between primary and secondary care.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments, care planning, and interventions for patients with mental health needs.
- Support service users and their families with education, advice, and self-management strategies.
- Facilitate safe transitions between primary and secondary care.
- Provide expert consultation and support to GPs and primary care staff.
- Deliver peer support to other Primary Care Mental Health Practitioners.
- Promote quality improvement initiatives across PCNs.
Benefits
- NHS pay, pension, and annual leave package.
- Flexible working options.
- Career development and mentoring schemes.
- Access to counselling services, wellbeing events, and long service awards.
- Cycle-to-work scheme, childcare vouchers, car lease, season ticket loan.
- NHS staff discounts and keyworker housing (on selected sites).
Person Specification (Essential)
- Registered mental health professional (RMN or equivalent).
- Evidence of post-qualification training and CPD.
- Strong understanding of the relationship between primary and secondary care.
- Skilled in clinical interventions (e.g., depression, anxiety, family work).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in community mental health and working with patients with severe, ongoing mental health needs.
Desirable
- Non-medical prescribing qualification.
- Experience working in primary care settings.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the NHS TRAC system. Please ensure your supporting statement addresses the job description and person specification.
