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An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Office Manager & HR Coordinator to join a well-established business based in Shoreham-by-Sea. This varied role combines office management, HR coordination and senior administrative support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership, building strong working relationships and playing a key role in a busy and supportive office environment. \n Reporting directly to the HR Director, you will play a key role in supporting the wider management team while overseeing office operations and coordinating HR administration across the full employee lifecycle. \n This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the successful candidate ideally available to start as soon as possible. \n As an Office Manager & HR Coordinator, your key responsibilities will include: \n\n • Managing the day-to-day running of the office\n, • Coordinating office supplies, equipment, maintenance and facilities\n, • Supporting Health & Safety administration and compliance activities\n, • Maintaining company records, documentation and action logs\n, • Assisting with audit preparation and quality management processes\n, • Supporting recruitment activities including advertising, screening and interview coordination\n, • Managing onboarding, inductions and probation processes\n, • Acting as a first point of contact for employee HR queries\n, • Maintaining employee records, contracts and training documentation\n, • Liaising with payroll regarding starters, leavers and employee changes\n, • Coordinating benefits administration and offboarding activities\n\n \n Requirements for the Office Manager & HR Coordinator: \n\n • Previous experience within Office Management and HR Administration\n, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills\n, • A professional and confidential approach when handling sensitive information\n, • Good working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice\n, • Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint\n, • A proactive, flexible and solutions-focused mindset\n\n \n Hours, Salary & Benefits for the Office Manager & HR Coordinator: \n\n • 12-month fixed term contract, starting as soon as possible\n, • 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am to 1pm\n, • Fully office based in Shoreham-by-Sea\n, • £19.23 per hour (£20,000 per annum based on 20 hours per week)\n, • Free onsite parking\n, • 25 days annual leave (pro rata)\n, • Extra day off on your birthday\n, • Pension\n\n \n If you are an organised and proactive Office Manager with HR experience looking for a varied role within a supportive and growing business, we would love to hear from you. \n Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

\n Grafton Banks Finance are working with a growing commercial company with offices on the outskirts of Worthing, West Sussex to recruit an Interim Management Accountant on an initial 6-month contract. Reporting into the Group Financial Controller this role is pivotal in providing financial support to the business during a period of growth and operational scaling. You will be a key player in the daily financial activity of the business, ensuring timely and accurate accounts for internal and external reporting purposes; the role will use best practice to contribute to the continuous development of strong internal financial controls and operational efficiency. The role will actively contribute to raising the quality and timeliness of financial information, financial behaviour, and financial support throughout the business to aid the timeliness and accuracy of financial information to aid decision-making. \n Key Responsibilities: \n Financial Control \n\n • Play a key role in the full month-end cycle, including reporting of orderbook, P&L, balance sheet, cashflow, near term cashflow forecast and month-end close.\n, • Support and develop a rigorous balance sheet reconciliation process that produces a complete review and reconciliation for each account monthly.\n, • In collaboration with the Business Partnering team, ensure timely production of monthly Management Accounts.\n, • Drive tighter cost reporting, control and management.\n\n Regulatory compliance \n\n • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.\n, • Build robust financial policies, procedures, and approval frameworks.\n, • Prepare annual, quarterly, or monthly Company regulatory requirements including VAT returns, National statistics, and ad-hoc regulatory requirements.\n\n\n, • Prepare half-year and year-end audit and support files and liaise with auditors, insurers & other stakeholders.\n\n Data and Reporting \n\n • All aspects of Revenue reporting, from cut-off procedures, milestones, and invoicing – through to revenue recognition P&L calculations and related Balance Sheet control.\n, • Expertise in IFRS Revenue Recognition framework\n, • Business Partnering with the wider business to understand and produce robust and insightful forecasts for future Revenue.\n, • Gross Margin analysis and reporting.\n, • Ownership for Balance Sheet relating to Revenue\n, • Input in to GRNI process and reconciliations to support the AP team.\n, • Budgeting, Forecasting, and analysis/commentary vs Actuals.\n\n Skills & Experience: \n\n • Relevant finance qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACA, ACCA) or equivalent experience\n, • Proven experience in a FMCG, Retail, Manufacturing or similar environment.\n, • A strong technical accounting background is essential as is knowledge around IFRS accounting standards.\n, • Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability and attention to detail.\n, • Strong Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems.\n, • Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders.\n, • Proactive, organised, able to multi-task and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.\n, • A strategic mindset with hands-on capability and a passion for continuous improvement.\n\n Due to the interim nature of this job opportunity candidates will need to be available at short notice. This Interim job offers hybrid working and they work at 37.5 hour working week. \n

Company DescriptionAs the UK's leading parking and technology-enabled management group, we support more than 9,000 locations across housing, healthcare, education and commercial estates. We’re proud to be Carbon Neutral Britain certified and committed to creating positive outcomes for our clients, communities and colleagues alike. We’re growing quickly, investing heavily in technology and expanding into new sectors, creating exciting opportunities for people who want to make an impact and be part of something ambitious. Why not join us? Company DescriptionAs the UK's leading parking and technology-enabled management group, we support more than 9,000 locations across housing, healthcare, education and commercial estates. We’re proud to be Carbon Neutral Britain certified and committed to creating positive outcomes for our clients, communities and colleagues alike. We’re growing quickly, investing heavily in technology and expanding into new sectors, creating exciting opportunities for people who want to make an impact and be part of something ambitious. Why not join us? The Head of Transactional Finance is responsible for the accurate, controlled and timely delivery of all transactional finance activity across the group, including accounts payable, bank reconciliations, supplier and inter-systems reconciliations, and the reconciliation and remittance of client parking revenue. Beyond day-to-day delivery, the role is a key driver of the finance transformation agenda: strengthening the control environment, removing key person dependency, and establishing NetSuite as the single source of truth for financial data. The role holder leads and develops a team of four, owns the maintenance and control of the NetSuite general ledger, and plays a key part in the year-end audit process. The role will also act as the finance function’s AI and automation champion, identifying and delivering innovative technology solutions that release capacity from manual processing into higher value activity. • Lead the end-to-end accounts payable function, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely payments, and effective cash management., • Oversee bank, supplier, intercompany and system reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, strong controls, and timely resolution of discrepancies., • Drive data integrity across financial systems, maintaining high standards of transactional accuracy, governance, and audit compliance., • Manage the reconciliation and distribution of client parking and PCN revenue shares, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and robust audit trails., • Oversee software supplier billing processes, ensuring accurate invoicing and efficient query resolution., • Take ownership of the NetSuite general ledger, supporting system optimisation, automation, and the continued development of NetSuite as the group’s financial source of truth., • Support month-end, year-end and audit activities, contributing to efficient financial close and statutory reporting processes., • Lead, coach and develop a high-performing transactional finance team, driving accountability, capability development and continuous improvement., • Champion automation, AI and process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce manual processes and enhance financial controls., • Contribute to the wider finance transformation programme, supporting scalable processes, business growth, acquisitions and systems integration., • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)., • Proven experience leading and developing finance teams in a fast-paced environment., • Strong background in transactional finance, including accounts payable, reconciliations and financial controls., • Track record of delivering finance process improvements, automation and system optimisation., • Experience supporting statutory accounts preparation and external audits., • Strong ERP and general ledger systems experience., • NetSuite experience, including workflows, saved searches and automation tools., • Experience within a multi-entity, multi-currency group environment., • Exposure to acquisitions, finance integrations and transformation programmes., • Passion for leveraging AI and technology to improve finance processes., • Strong attention to detail with a robust controls and governance mindset., • Effective people leader with the ability to coach, develop and motivate teams., • Proactive, solution-focused approach with a continuous improvement mentality., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively., • Adaptable and resilient, comfortable operating in a growing and evolving business environment. Full role responsibilities and person specification details are available on the job description and will be made available at screening and interview stages. • Ambitious: we aim for world class service, • Disruptive: we’re here to change the industry, • Ethical: we do things for the right reasons, • Insightful: we use research to guide our decisions, • Collaborative: We’re better when we work together, • Innovative: we help people see things differently £85,000 - £100,000 per annum 40 per week; Monday Friday Lancing with hybrid flexibilities Finance Director • You must be able to legally live and work in the UK without sponsorship, • The postholder may be required to travel to external meetings on occasion by the most effective means available, • We know there’s more to life than work - that’s why when you join Agena, you’ll get your pick of our amazing benefits through our Enjoy Benefits platform. That includes discounts on gym memberships, travel bookings, high street vouchers and days out. You can also benefit from Technology benefits, Wellness benefits, Health Care plans and Car Lease benefits and much more., • Incremental holiday increases to recognise long service, • 2 volunteering days a year, • Unlock your potential with our training, learning & development, and apprenticeship options throughout your career, • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling, • Cycle to work scheme, • EV Charging points at office locations, • Regular team/company socials, • Team events from breakfasts for charity, social drinks in your local office location to book clubs, environmental initiatives, and lunch and learns., • We are proud to be certified Carbon Neutral and hold ISO Accreditations for Quality Management, Environmental Management and Information Security Management., • We are a Mindful Employer and are committed to supporting your mental health at work., • The Agena Group are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neurodiverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format, or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@agenagroup.com #J-18808-Ljbffr

Governance Manager - Social HousingNorth West | Hybrid working - 2 days per week on site | 6-12 month opportunity | £28-£30 per hour PAYE + holiday pay (52k Equivalent Neg) We are recruiting an experienced Governance Manager. To join a leading social housing organisation in the North West. This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished governance professional from Social housing or another highly regulated environment who has strong corporate governance expertise and experience supporting Boards and senior executives.Reporting in to the Company Secretary, you will play a key role in ensuring robust governance arrangements, regulatory compliance and effective Board and Committee operations. The role also includes responsibility for managing and developing the governance team; the current structure comprises six reports, four of them direct. Key responsibilities Lead the provision of high-quality Board and Committee governance support, including agenda planning, Board papers, accurate minute taking, matters arising and ensuring decisions demonstrate that Board members are fulfilling their statutory duties. Produce high-quality Board reports on governance matters and provide accurate regulatory and compliance information to senior stakeholders. Provide expert advice, guidance and training across the organisation on corporate governance, delegated authorities, Board resolutions and governance frameworks. Manage and continuously improve the organisation's legal, statutory and regulatory compliance framework, ensuring appropriate controls, systems and processes are maintained. Maintain statutory books, registers and governance records in accordance with regulatory requirements. Work closely with Finance, Audit and Board administration colleagues to support the successful sign-off of Group company accounts. Ensure timely and accurate regulatory reporting and maintain high standards of governance compliance. Lead, manage and develop the governance team, creating a high-performing and supportive environment. Deputise for the Company Secretary when required, providing trusted governance advice and maintaining effective governance standards.About youWe are looking for an experienced governance professional who can confidently operate with Boards, Committees and senior leadership teams.Ideally, you will bring: Significant corporate governance experience gained within social housing or another highly regulated sector. (or any highly regulated public sector organisation) Chartered Governance Institute qualification or another relevant governance/company secretarial qualification. Strong knowledge of corporate governance, regulatory compliance and statutory requirements. Excellent Board and Committee administration experience, including high-quality minute taking and Board report writing. Previous line management experience. Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the credibility to advise colleagues at all levels. Outstanding attention to detail, organisation and time management. A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach and the ability to work effectively in a complex, regulated organisation.Previous social housing experience would be advantageous rather than essential - we are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate strong corporate governance expertise gained within a complex, highly regulated environment.The position offers Hybrid working in the North West, with an expectation of approximately two days per week on site; current arrangements include Wednesdays and periodic Thursday attendance for Board meetings. For further information, please forward your current cv Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Building a sustainable tomorrow BAM UK & Ireland is recruiting a Technical Assurance Manager – Electrical (Authorised Electrical Engineer) to join our FM Segment of the business and join our Technical Compliance team. This role will support projects across the UK, primarily in the North of England. The successful candidate can be based anywhere in the North or Midlands, with regular travel required to sites and occasional UK-wide travel. Working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. As the Technical Assurance Manager – Electrical (Authorised Electrical Engineer), you will provide independent technical assurance and governance for electrical systems across BAM FM. Working as part of the Technical Assurance team and in close collaboration with the Authorising Electrical Engineer for the South, you will help drive a consistent approach to electrical safety, compliance, technical standards, and risk management across the business. The role is focused on establishing standards, assuring compliance, managing technical risk, and supporting high-risk or complex electrical activities. Operational teams remain accountable for the planning, supervision, and delivery of works, whilst Technical Assurance provides assurance, guidance, advice and escalation where required. Making Possible Key responsibilities include: • Acting as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for electrical systems setting standards, providing technical support and guidance on High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) systems. • Assess, mentor and recommend Authorised Persons (APs) and Quality Supervisors (QS) for appointment, supporting the development and maintenance of technical competency across the business. • Develop, maintain, and promote BAM FM's Electrical Safety Rules, Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), engineering standards, policies, procedures, and technical guidance, ensuring alignment with statutory requirements, industry standards, and best practice. • Undertake technical audits, Authorised Person reviews, engineer audits, and compliance reviews to provide independent assurance that electrical works are being managed safely and in accordance with BAM FM requirements and statutory obligations. • Develop and deliver technical bulletins, standards, toolbox talks, and training materials to communicate legislative changes, industry developments, lessons learned, and emerging risks. • Monitor compliance performance, analyse audit findings, identify emerging trends, and support continual improvement initiatives to strengthen electrical safety and compliance across BAM FM • Provide technical input to contract mobilisations, project activities, and tender reviews where specialist electrical expertise is required, ensuring that compliance, and risk considerations are appropriately addressed. • Identify, investigate, and escalate significant technical and H&S risks, recurring compliance failures and business-critical concerns through the appropriate channels to ensure effective corrective actions are implemented. • Support external audits and accreditation bodies, including NICEIC, BSI, and client-led audits, providing technical expertise and assurance evidence where required. • Share best practices, lessons learned, and technical knowledge to promote consistency, continuous improvement, and technical excellence throughout BAM FM • Work collaboratively with the wider Technical Assurance team to ensure a consistent national approach to technical assurance, Authorised Person assessments, auditing, standards, and compliance. • Provide technical advice support to managers and engineers on all electrical matters including incident investigations, major technical failures, and significant risk events. What’s in it for you? In addition to an attractive salary, we offer a significant benefits package including an electric car or car allowance, contributory pension, BUPA, life assurance, 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays), gym subsidy, BAM social club membership and many more exciting benefits. What do you bring to the role? • High level of technical knowledge in electrical systems. • Previous experience as Authorised Person High Voltage / Low Voltage • City & Guilds Inspection & testing qualifications • Health & Safety competence with minimum of NEBOSH General Certificate level 3 or equivalent. • Experience of improving policies and procedures related to electrical systems. • Ability to coach and mentor others. • Good IT skills using Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, Visio and Share Point. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Previous experience with auditing to ISO 45001, ISO 9001, ISO 19011 or equivalent (Desirable) • City & Guilds 2400 Design & Verification of electrical systems (Desirable) • Level 6 qualification in a relevant engineering field (Desirable) • Professionally registered as an IEng, CEng or CMIOSH (Desirable) To have a knowledge and understanding of and be able to apply the following documents and core electrical safety principles to projects of all sizes and have sound understanding of electrical engineering principles i.e.: • Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) & Scottish Health Technical Memorandum (SHTM). • BS7671 - IET Wiring Regulation (Current Edition). • BS EN 50172 – Emergency escape lighting systems. • The Electricity at Work Regulations. • The Dangerous Substances & Explosive Atmospheres Regulations • Joint Services Publication 375 (Desirable). • Electrical Supply, Quality and Continuity Regulations. (Desirable). About BAM Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe. We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics. The application process BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel we need to do something to make it more accessible to you, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you. "Join us in Making Possible

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Office Manager & HR Coordinator to join a well-established business based in Shoreham-by-Sea. This varied role combines office management, HR coordination and senior administrative support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership, building strong working relationships and playing a key role in a busy and supportive office environment. Reporting directly to the HR Director, you will play a key role in supporting the wider management team while overseeing office operations and coordinating HR administration across the full employee lifecycle. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the successful candidate ideally available to start as soon as possible. As an Office Manager & HR Coordinator, your key responsibilities will include: • Managing the day-to-day running of the office, • Coordinating office supplies, equipment, maintenance and facilities, • Supporting Health & Safety administration and compliance activities, • Maintaining company records, documentation and action logs, • Assisting with audit preparation and quality management processes, • Supporting recruitment activities including advertising, screening and interview coordination, • Managing onboarding, inductions and probation processes, • Acting as a first point of contact for employee HR queries, • Maintaining employee records, contracts and training documentation, • Liaising with payroll regarding starters, leavers and employee changes, • Coordinating benefits administration and offboarding activities Requirements for the Office Manager & HR Coordinator: • Previous experience within Office Management and HR Administration, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, • A professional and confidential approach when handling sensitive information, • Good working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, • Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, • A proactive, flexible and solutions-focused mindset Hours, Salary & Benefits for the Office Manager & HR Coordinator: • 12-month fixed term contract, starting as soon as possible, • 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am to 1pm, • Fully office based in Shoreham-by-Sea, • £19.23 per hour (£20,000 per annum based on 20 hours per week), • Free onsite parking, • 25 days annual leave (pro rata), • Extra day off on your birthday, • Pension If you are an organised and proactive Office Manager with HR experience looking for a varied role within a supportive and growing business, we would love to hear from you. Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy

Job Description – Community Mental Health Practitioner Post Title: Community Mental Health Practitioner Band: Band 6 (£22 - £24 per hour) Directorate: Adult Community Mental Health Services Location/Base: Designated Adult Community Mental Health Team / Locality Base Responsible to: Team Manager / Clinical Team Lead Accountable to: Senior Manager, Community Services Job Summary The Community Mental Health Practitioner works as a registered Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner within an Adult Community Mental Health Team (CMHT), providing safe, personalised, recovery-focused and trauma-informed care to adults experiencing serious and complex mental health difficulties. The post holder works as part of a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for assessing, planning, delivering and reviewing person-centred care. The role involves working collaboratively with service users, carers, families, GPs, local authorities, voluntary and community organisations, inpatient teams, crisis services and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and effective care. The practitioner works flexibly across the community mental health pathway and may undertake assessment, clinical formulation, care planning, therapeutic intervention, ongoing treatment, complex case management, risk management, assertive outreach, review and discharge planning. Key Responsibilities Assessment and Care Planning Undertake comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments of adults experiencing complex mental health difficulties. Develop person-centred formulations and personalised care and support plans in collaboration with service users and carers. Identify and respond appropriately to mental health, physical health, social, safeguarding and risk-related needs. Regularly review and update care plans in response to changes in a person's needs, circumstances or level of risk. Use appropriate outcome measures, including DIALOG+, to monitor progress and support shared decision-making. Clinical Intervention Deliver evidence-based, recovery-focused and profession-specific mental health interventions. Provide brief interventions, psychosocial interventions, relapse prevention and longer-term therapeutic support where appropriate. Support individuals experiencing deterioration in their mental health and escalate concerns through appropriate clinical pathways. Support individuals who may be difficult to engage or who require assertive outreach due to complexity, risk or deterioration. Promote independence, recovery and positive outcomes for service users. Caseload and Named Worker Responsibilities Manage a caseload of service users with complex mental health and social needs. Act as Named Worker where required, coordinating care and maintaining continuity of therapeutic engagement. Monitor progress, risks and outcomes and ensure appropriate follow-up. Participate in clinical huddles, MDT meetings, case reviews, supervision and reflective practice. Ensure appropriate handover arrangements are in place when unavailable. Risk and Safeguarding Complete and regularly review risk assessments, risk management plans and safety plans. Apply positive risk management, least restrictive practice and shared decision-making principles. Identify and appropriately respond to safeguarding concerns relating to adults and vulnerable individuals. Contribute to crisis management, inpatient discharge planning and post-discharge follow-up where required. Recognise and respond appropriately to clinical emergencies and changes in risk or presentation. Multidisciplinary and Partnership Working Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support shared clinical decision-making and effective care coordination. Liaise with GPs, primary care networks, local authorities, voluntary and community organisations, inpatient services, crisis teams and other healthcare professionals. Contribute to effective communication and continuity of care across organisational and service boundaries. Attend and contribute to MDT meetings, clinical huddles, supervision and relevant partnership meetings. Clinical Governance and Professional Practice Maintain accurate, timely and confidential clinical records in accordance with professional and organisational requirements. Work within professional registration requirements, relevant legislation, clinical guidance and Trust policies. Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, service evaluation, incident reviews and implementation of learning. Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical pathways, procedures and service improvements. Maintain professional knowledge and skills through continuing professional development, supervision and reflective practice. Communication and Therapeutic Engagement Establish and maintain compassionate, respectful and therapeutic relationships with service users, carers and families. Communicate effectively with individuals experiencing distress, complex mental health difficulties or heightened emotional states. Use trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, strengths-based and recovery-focused approaches. Provide clear information regarding care plans, treatment, safety planning, review arrangements and access to support. Safeguarding, Health and Safety and Confidentiality Comply with safeguarding policies and procedures relating to children and vulnerable adults. Maintain confidentiality and comply with information governance and data protection requirements. Follow infection prevention and control procedures and relevant health and safety requirements. Identify, report and appropriately manage incidents, accidents, complaints, near misses and other risks. Ensure all clinical and organisational information is recorded accurately and maintained securely. Skills and Professional Requirements The post holder should demonstrate: Current professional registration as a Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Mental Health Social Worker. Experience working within a multidisciplinary mental health environment. Experience managing a caseload involving individuals with complex mental health, social and/or risk-related needs. Strong assessment, formulation, care planning and risk management skills. Ability to develop effective therapeutic relationships with service users and carers. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team. Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands safely. Commitment to recovery-focused, person-centred, trauma-informed and strengths-based practice. Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and reducing health inequalities. Commitment to continuing professional development, reflective practice and ongoing learning. Working Arrangements The role may require flexibility to work across the Adult Community Mental Health pathway in response to service demand, clinical complexity and staffing requirements. There may also be an occasional requirement to travel across the Trust's geographical footprint to attend meetings, training and other work-related events. This job description is intended to provide an overview of the role and is not exhaustive. Duties may be reviewed and amended in line with service requirements, organisational developments and changes to the Adult Community Mental Health operating model. Please contact Mathure for more information

Job Description – Senior Clinical Practitioner Post Title: Senior Clinical Practitioner Band: Band 7 (£27 - 29 per hour) Directorate: Adult Community Mental Health Services Location/Base: Designated Adult Community Mental Health Team / Locality Base Responsible to: Team Manager / Operational Manager Accountable to: Senior Manager, Community Services Job Summary The Senior Clinical Practitioner works as a Band 7 senior practitioner within an Adult Community Mental Health Team (CMHT), providing senior clinical leadership, expert advice, consultation, supervision and direct clinical care to adults experiencing serious and complex mental health difficulties. The role involves working flexibly across the Adult CMHT pathway in response to clinical need, service demand and staffing requirements. Responsibilities include assessment, clinical formulation, personalised care planning, risk management, therapeutic intervention, care coordination, Named Worker responsibilities, complex case management, assertive outreach, review and discharge planning. The post holder works as part of a multidisciplinary team and contributes to clinical decision-making, safeguarding, risk management and service development. They also provide supervision, support and professional guidance to Band 6 practitioners, students and other members of the team. Key Responsibilities Senior Clinical Practice and Leadership Provide senior clinical input, advice and professional challenge within the multidisciplinary team. Undertake and support comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, clinical formulation, care planning and risk assessment. Support clinical decision-making relating to complex presentations, deterioration, risk, safeguarding, engagement difficulties, transfers and discharge. Act as a clinical role model, promoting high professional standards and safe, evidence-based practice. Promote personalised, recovery-focused, trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches to care. Contribute to assessment, triage, allocation and review processes across the CMHT pathway. Direct Clinical Care and Named Worker Responsibilities Manage an agreed caseload of service users with complex mental health needs. Act as Named Worker where required, maintaining oversight and coordination of care and support plans. Develop and review personalised care plans, formulations, risk assessments and safety plans in collaboration with service users and carers. Use DIALOG+ and other outcome measures to support shared decision-making and monitor progress. Provide profession-specific interventions, including brief evidence-based interventions, recovery-focused support and longer-term therapeutic work. Support individuals who require enhanced engagement or assertive outreach due to complexity, risk, disengagement or deterioration. Contribute to safe and collaborative discharge planning and re-access arrangements. MDT Working and Clinical Decision-Making Participate in and support daily clinical huddles, weekly MDT meetings, complex case discussions and review processes. Chair or deputise for MDT meetings, clinical huddles and professional meetings where appropriate. Promote shared MDT responsibility for clinical decision-making, risk management, safeguarding and care planning. Encourage formulation-informed practice, professional curiosity and constructive challenge. Ensure clinical decisions and agreed actions are accurately documented and followed through. Supervision, Line Management and Staff Development Provide clinical supervision, advice and professional support to Band 6 practitioners and other team members. Support newly qualified practitioners, students and unregistered staff within the scope of the role. Provide coaching and guidance on personalised care planning, Named Worker practice, DIALOG+, risk management and outcome-focused reviews. Contribute to reflective practice, clinical debriefs and psychologically safe learning environments. Support staff induction, appraisal, performance management, wellbeing and professional development in accordance with organisational policies. Identify training and development needs and contribute to workforce development. Caseload Oversight and Safer Staffing Support caseload allocation and review, taking into account clinical complexity, risk, continuity, workload and professional skill mix. Assist with prioritisation and safe management of demand using agreed systems and processes. Balance direct clinical care with MDT responsibilities, supervision, professional development, administration and unplanned clinical activity. Identify and escalate concerns relating to staffing, capacity, quality or patient safety. Work flexibly across referral, assessment, intervention, review, recovery and discharge functions according to service need. Risk, Safeguarding and Clinical Governance Complete and review complex risk assessments, safety plans and risk management plans. Apply positive risk management, least restrictive practice and shared decision-making principles. Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns involving adults and vulnerable individuals. Contribute to incident reviews, safeguarding investigations, complaints learning and clinical governance processes. Promote high standards of clinical documentation, data quality and outcome recording. Participate in audit, quality improvement, service evaluation and implementation of learning. Partnership and Multi-Agency Working Work collaboratively with GPs, primary care networks, local authorities, inpatient services, crisis teams, voluntary and community organisations, carers and families. Support effective communication and continuity of care during assessment, transfer, review and discharge. Liaise with specialist mental health services and other relevant agencies to ensure appropriate and coordinated support. Promote an accessible, person-centred service for individuals with serious and complex mental health needs. Professional Responsibilities Maintain current professional registration and comply with relevant professional codes of conduct, legislation, organisational policies and procedures. Maintain accurate, timely and confidential clinical records. Participate in supervision, appraisal, mandatory training, continuing professional development and relevant specialist training. Comply with safeguarding, confidentiality, information governance, equality and diversity, infection prevention and health and safety requirements. Maintain professional competence and undertake appropriate learning and development activities. Essential Skills and Experience The Senior Clinical Practitioner should have: Current professional registration as a Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Mental Health Social Worker. Significant post-registration experience within mental health services, including community mental health or an equivalent complex community setting. Experience working with people experiencing serious mental health difficulties, complexity, risk and co-occurring needs. Experience managing a complex caseload and undertaking care coordination or Named Worker responsibilities. Experience providing supervision, support or professional guidance to other staff. Strong clinical assessment, formulation, risk management and safeguarding skills. Experience contributing to MDT decision-making, clinical huddles and complex case reviews. Strong communication, leadership, organisation and clinical decision-making skills. Commitment to personalised, recovery-focused, trauma-informed and strengths-based practice. Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and reducing health inequalities. Commitment to reflective practice, continuous learning and quality improvement. Working Arrangements The role may require flexibility across the Adult Community Mental Health pathway in response to service demand, clinical complexity, workforce capacity and safer staffing requirements. There may be an occasional requirement to travel across the Trust's geographical footprint to attend meetings, training and other work-related events. This job description is intended to provide an overview of the role and is not exhaustive. Duties may be reviewed and amended in accordance with service requirements, organisational developments and changes to the Adult Community Mental Health operating model. Please contact Mathure for further information