Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Mental Health Practitioner (RMN)
Job summary
Secondment 9 Months | Full Time

We are looking for a committed and compassionate Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our team.

The post holder will work flexibly, which may include a blend of on-site clinical work and time spent working remotely where appropriate, ensuring that both direct patient care and wider service responsibilities are met.

As a Nursing case-holder, this role is pivotal in both the delivery of a holistic package of care to our patients, and their families, as well as supporting the broader Nursing establishment, and multi-disciplinary colleagues comprised within SEDATT.

About You

• HCPC registration/NMC registration/Social work registration
• Family Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa) training
• Able to respond and adapt to new situations

Main duties of the job
Some of your responsibilities will include;

• To contribute to MDT assessments and team formulations, and to work collaboratively with the wider MDT in order to achieve this.
• To work within Trust and clinical guidelines, have a good working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own and others quality of practice as required.
• To be responsible for organising and planning own caseload to meet service and patient priorities, readjusting plans as situations change / arise.

About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Details
Date posted: 10 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract: Secondment
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 425-26-8187697-A
Job locations: Centenary House, Sheffield, S6 3BR, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.
This role has been assigned occupation code 2234 / 2461 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• HCPC registration/NMC registration/Social work registration
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent, relevant postgraduate courses and in service training.

Experience
Essential

• Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of working within a Mental Health setting
• Experience of working within CAMHS and/or inpatient mental health settings
• Experience of working with people with eating disorders

Knowledge & Skills
Essential

• Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
• Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for services
• Understanding of family / team dynamics and how to develop working relationships with all involved in the child's care
• Understanding of the impact of mental health difficulties / hospitalisation on patients and their families
• Understanding of Safeguarding Children procedures
• Ability to cope with working in a stressful environment and within emotional or challenging situations

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.

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.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Centenary House, Sheffield, S6 3BR, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: SEDATT Service Lead, Nomakhosazana Ndhlovu, nomakhosazana.ndhlovu@nhs.net, 01143053891

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