Senior Mental Health Practitioner

Oxford Health; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Swindon is seeking a Registered Mental Health Nurse to join its Crisis and Home Treatment Service. This full-time role focuses on supporting children and young people facing complex mental health challenges, particularly those at risk of hospitalization. The ideal candidate will possess qualifications in mental health nursing, social work, or occupational therapy and will thrive in collaborative settings. Apply to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong background in child and adolescent mental health services.
• Experience in crisis intervention is essential.
• Professional registration as a mental health nurse, social worker, or occupational therapist is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive support to children and young people at risk of hospitalization.
• Work collaboratively with families to address complex mental health needs.
• Liaise with external teams to facilitate treatment and intervention.

Skills

Mental health care

Crisis intervention

Child and adolescent support

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification

Social Work degree

Occupational Therapy degree

Job description

Swindon

Other

Expires: 27/01/2026

Band 6

Permanent: Full-time

About the Role

Job overview

Are you dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people?

Do you thrive in environments where you can help to deliver impactful, short-term interventions?

We’re looking for an enthusiasticRegistered Mental Health Nurse, Social WorkerorOccupational Therapist to jointhe Crisis and Home Treatment Service (CAHTS), embedded within the Bath, North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW) Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), are looking for a Mental Health Practitioner to join us, based in Swindon.

We work closely alongside and liaise with the Getting More Help Teams on supporting children, young people (CYP) and their families experiencing complex mental health needs.

Our CYP might be at risk of inpatient hospital admission or transitioning out of inpatient care; our role is to provide intensive Jonah