Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioner (NHS AfC: Band 5) - Mental Health - Greater Manchester ...

Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioner NHS AfC: Band 5

Main area: Mental Health Grade: NHS AfC Band 5 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time - 37.5 hours/week Job ref: 010

Site: TABA+ PCN Town: Atherton, Wigan Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum Salary period: Yearly Closing date: 08/07/:59

Job overview

Job Outline:

The post-holder will have completed a graduate or postgraduate certificate training delivering the national curriculum for Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners.

Main duties of the job

Scope & Authority: The post holder will work under close case management supervision from a suitably qualified professional to provide high-quality collaborative care planning as part of a multidisciplinary team. They will work under clinical supervision from an HCPC-registered psychologist to deliver psychologically-informed interventions, with autonomy proportional to demonstrated competence.

Working for our organisation

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 staff across more than 122 locations. We provide inpatient and community mental health services across Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, along with specialist services across Greater Manchester and beyond. Greater Manchester offers a vibrant environment, blending scenic countryside with a lively city life, renowned for its warmth, humor, and diversity. Our staff enjoy opportunities for professional growth, learning, and innovation to improve patient care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Band

Shift pattern: Saturday (midnight to midnight), any weekday after 8pm and before 6am, all Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)

Benefits:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• A graduate (Level 6) or postgraduate (Level 7) certificate in delivering the national curriculum for Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners (Adult Specialist Mental Health)

Experience

• Experience working with individuals with mental health needs through graduate or postgraduate training with significant supervised practice

• Experience delivering psychologically-informed interventions under appropriate supervision

Important Information about working for GMMH:

All positions are subject to pre-employment checks. For more details, visit the NHS Employers website .

Enrolment in the DBS Update Service is required for roles requiring a DBS check, at a fee of £16 per year, maintained throughout employment.

Applicants with experience in mental health, learning disabilities, or substance misuse services, either as service users or carers, are encouraged to apply. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting diversity, actively removing barriers for under-represented groups such as BAME, Disabled, and LGBT+ communities. For informal inquiries or support, contact our recruitment team.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in applications:

Applicants may use AI assistance in writing applications. However, assessments are based on the entire application, and AI-generated content may not accurately reflect the applicant's true experience. The Trust reserves the right to verify responses during interviews.

Sponsorship:

We are an approved sponsor for the Skilled Worker visa. Applications requiring sponsorship will be considered alongside others. Not all roles are eligible; check the UK Government's website for details. Eligibility checks will be conducted if an offer is made. Changes to immigration rules effective from 09/04/2025 may impact sponsorship eligibility.

Experience outside the NHS:

Relevant non-NHS experience may be considered for salary calculation. Contact the recruitment team for more information.

Note: This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, requiring a Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.