Job Description

Join Our Expanding Early Intervention in Psychosis Service in Cornwall!We're looking for a qualified Senior Mental Health Practitioner (Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, etc.) to join our newly commissioned Kernow At Risk Mental State (KARMS) pathway within our well-established Early Intervention in Psychosis Service.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver innovative psychosocial interventions for people at risk of developing psychosis. You'll be based at Carew House, Bodmin, working alongside a passionate multidisciplinary team with strong clinical psychology and therapy provision.
We offer ongoing training, supervision, and support to help you develop expertise in psychosis care. Be part of a nationally recognised service that's growing and making a real difference.
This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly.We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:

• Cornwall Foundation Trust
• Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
• Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board

If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.
Main duties of the job

• Provide assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for people with mental health needs.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, ensuring robust care plans and risk assessments are in place and regularly reviewed.
• Offer clinical advice, education, and support to primary healthcare teams, professionals, carers, and families.
• Participate in caseload management and duty work, delivering personalised care during crisis or relapse.
• Work autonomously and occasionally teach nursing and non-nursing staff.
• Promote mental health awareness through events, media, and community engagement, tackling stigma and discriminatio

This is a community-based role that requires frequent travel to various locations throughout the county including areas that may not be accessible by public transportation. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate how they will manage these travel requirements.
About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.
Details
Date posted
12 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
38,682 to 46,580 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
201-25-922
Job locations
Carew House, Beacon Technology Park, Dunmere Road,
Bodmin
PL31 2QN
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential

• Current Professional registration
• Evidence of Post basic training
• Continued professional development

Desirable

• Teaching and assessing in Clinical Practice
• Advances assessment skills

Skills and Aptitude
Essential

• Effective Caseload management
• Effective risk assessment and risk management skills
• Demonstration of clinical leadership skills

Desirable

• CBT Skills

Knowledge and abilities
Essential

• Ability to supervise staff, demonstrating the highest clinical standards
• Ability to carry out comprehensive audits, recording and producing fit for purpose reports

Desirable

• Knowledge around suicide awareness and prevention and the ability to support patients

Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential

• Current Professional registration
• Evidence of Post basic training
• Continued professional development

Desirable

• Teaching and assessing in Clinical Practice
• Advances assessment skills

Skills and Aptitude
Essential

• Effective Caseload management
• Effective risk assessment and risk management skills
• Demonstration of clinical leadership skills

Desirable

• CBT Skills

Knowledge and abilities
Essential

• Ability to supervise staff, demonstrating the highest clinical standards
• Ability to carry out comprehensive audits, recording and producing fit for purpose reports

Desirable

• Knowledge around suicide awareness and prevention and the ability to support patients

Skills Required