Job summary
Are you an innovative, creative, and motivated professional looking for your next challenge? We have an exciting opportunity to join our well-established Bridport Community Mental Health Team.
As a Mental Health Practitioner, you will manage a dedicated caseload of patients with Serious Mental Illness, providing person-centred, evidence-based interventions to support their recovery. You will have a working knowledge of current biopsychosocial models of care and a passion for promoting optimum health and wellbeing.
We pride ourselves on our collaborative approach. You will receive regular clinical and peer supervision, with ample opportunities to develop your skills in evidence-based psychological therapies and advanced nursing practice. It is a particularly exciting time to join us, as we are currently implementing a major transformation plan across Dorset HealthCare.
Role Details

• Contract: Permanent, 30 hours per week.
• Location: Bridport, Lyme Regis, and surrounding areas (including various community settings).
• Flexibility: We are open to discussing flexible working options that meet the needs of our service.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.
Main duties of the job
You will work within our integrated Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT), which includes Consultant Psychiatrists, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Support Time Recovery Workers, a Physical Health Worker, and our Psychology Team.
Your core responsibilities will include:

• Clinical Care: Delivering targeted interventions to aid recovery and wellbeing.
• Nursing Specialisms: If you are a Registered Nurse, you will be rostered to the Depot Clinic, assist with phlebotomy, and contribute to the management of the Clozaril Clinic.
• Leadership & Mentoring: Acting as a mentor and assisting with the induction and training of new staff.
• Communication: Maintaining effective links with our Inpatient and Crisis Services, ensuring seamless aftercare for discharged patients and clear communication with families and visitors.

Essential Requirements

• Right to Work: You must hold a valid, permanent right to work in the UK. Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this post.
• Driving: You must hold a full, valid UK driving license and have access to a car for business use to support patients across the Trust.
• DBS Clearance: This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The Trust will cover the cost of this for the successful candidate.

About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do, and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise in all we do.
Details
Date posted: 02 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £31,967 to £38,493 a year p.a.
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 152-M320.25D
Job locations: Bridport Hospital, Hospital Lane, Bridport, DT3 5DR, United Kingdom
Person Specification
Knowledge, skills and training
Essential

• Registered Mental Nurse / Occupational Therapist/Social Worker
• Valid registration with NMC or equivalent body
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Job specific experience
Essential

• Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care
• Competent with the safe administration of depot preparation injection technique
• The ability to prioritise and meet deadlines; organise work of self and others; supervising, teaching and assessing; self-motivated with the ability to motivate others; effective resource management

Business Travel
Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Additional requirements
Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively

Application Process
We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.
All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.
Driving is essential for this role. You will be required to have a full and valid UK driving licence and to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
If you are interested in moving to Dorset, we also offer a generous relocation package of up to £5,000. For further details on relocation expenses please email dhc.careers@nhs.net
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).