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Essential
13 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Professional Qualification and current Professional Registration as, a First Level Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD) or equivalent as an AHP, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist
- Knowledge
Mentorship/Practice Educator Training
- Knowledge
Evidence of post-registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions / skills relevant to the post.
- Knowledge
Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post (CAMHS, Trauma therapies, formulation etc)
- Knowledge
Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation.
- Skills and Competencies
Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs.
- Skills and Competencies
Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills.
- Skills and Competencies
Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance).
- Skills and Competencies
Ability to work in a team and lone working
- Skills and Competencies
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Skills and Competencies
Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others).
- Knowledge and Experience
12 to 24 month band 6 Registered professionals experience dependent upon service need.
- Knowledge and Experience
Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives.
Desirable
5 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
Working in CAMHS inpatient or secure setting
- Skills and Competencies
Leadership & Delegation skills
- Skills and Competencies
Training & Induction of staff.
- Skills and Competencies
Debriefing skills.
- Knowledge and Experience
Understanding of difficult to manage/challenging behaviours.
Job overview
We looking for 2 x B6 community practitioners to embrace the opportunity of working within an innovative and integrated in Health and Social care team, NEWST. NEWST is a clinical team located in Northumberland's Children's Social Care which aims to support professional and family understanding of a child or young persons presentation in the context of their lived experience.
We have this exciting to expand our offer to a wider cohort of children including those supported in Family help, edge of care and cared for Children. Our clinical team works alongside professionals and systems to increase clinical understanding of children and young people’s needs, promoting safe, stable and positive relationships to improve outcomes for young people.
The core focus of NEWSTs practice is built on the belief of therapeutic change happens through relationships. By supporting the adult closest to children who have experienced trauma, the team helps create the conditions for healing recover and healthy developing.
NEWST (Northumberland Emotional Wellbeing Support Team) Join an Innovative Health and Social Care Partnership We are seeking two enthusiastic and skilled Band 6 Community Practitioners to join our innovative and integrated Health and Social Care team, NEWST.
Main duties of the job
Based within Northumberland Children's Social Care, NEWST is a specialist clinical team dedicated to helping professionals and families better understand a child or young person's presentation within the context of their lived experiences. This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a service that is making a meaningful difference to the lives of children, young people, and families across Northumberland.
As part of an exciting service expansion, NEWST is extending its offer to support a wider cohort of children and young people, including those receiving support through Family Help, Edge of Care services, and Children in Care services.
We are looking for practitioners who:
- Are passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.
- Have experience working with children, young people, families, and multi-agency partners.
- Understand the impact of trauma, attachment, and adverse childhood experiences.
- Can work collaboratively across Health and Social Care systems.
- Are committed to relationship-based and trauma-informed practice.
- Bring strong clinical, communication, and consultation skills.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Working alongside social care professionals, carers, families, and wider systems, you will contribute to developing clinical understanding of children's and young people's needs. Through consultation, assessment, and therapeutic approaches, you will help promote safe, stable, and positive relationships that improve outcomes and support long-term wellbeing.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 28th August 2026
Closing date : 13th September 2026
We welcome your application.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Community Practitioner with Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. It is listed as a Practitioner role. The advertised salary is £39959.00 to £48117.00. The contract type is 12 months (fixed term from point of employment). The application deadline is 13 Sep 2026.
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