CAMHS Practitioner

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. NELFT North East London Foundation Trust CAMHS Practitioner The closing date is 10 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary An exciting opportunity have arisen for a forward thinking and professionally registered mental health practitioner, CBT therapist/Systemic Family Therapist/Clinical or Counselling Psychologist, to join our forward thinking and innovative multi-disciplinary child and adolescent mental health service. Main duties of the job The Child and Adolescent and Mental Health Service (CAMHS) in Barking and Dagenham works under the I-THRIVE framework delivering assessments and interventions for children, young people, and their families, predominantly as part of the Getting More Help and Risk Support sections of this model which offer a wide arrange of interventions. The team also offer consultation and advice to professionals working with young people and families primarily with complex mental health needs. Main duties of the job Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities As a senior member of our established team, you will champion the delivery of high-quality care across the borough. While your clinical base will be our Barking clinic, we support modern working practices and offer provisions for occasional remote work. Key responsibilities include: Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) Working: The team works with a strong multi-disciplinary team (MDT) focus and the successful candidate will be expected contribute to MDT discussion to support a collaborative approach to support. Supervision & Mentorship: Providing clinical supervision and nurturing the growth of multi-disciplinary practitioners, helping to shape the next generation of clinicians. Direct Practice: Completing assessments and therapeutic interventions for a diverse range of young people and families. Working Pattern: We are looking for a dedicated colleague to join us on a part-time basis. We welcome applications from individuals who bring a variety of lived experiences and professional backgrounds to our team. About us NELFT NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and community services for over 4.9 million people living in the London Boroughs of Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and across Essex. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled health professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care. Details Date posted 27 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £49,387 to £56,515 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number ASCF-3LCY-002438 Job locations Axe Street Child & Family Centre Barking Essex IG11 7LZ United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in y