Outreach Practitioner
Closing date: 28 July 2026
Job type: Permanent | Part-Time
Interview date: 4th August
Job summary
We are seeking a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities (RNLD) with relevant CAMHS or mental health experience to join our multidisciplinary team. Amber is a specialist Community CAMHS day service within Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust, supporting children aged 5‑11 with complex mental health needs. This role involves assessment, planning and delivery of care, risk management, care planning and multi‑agency working, with therapeutic interventions in both clinical and community settings.
Main duties of the job
- Undertake comprehensive mental health assessments, including risk assessment and management
- Manage an autonomous caseload of children aged 5‑11 and deliver community‑based interventions
- Deliver evidence‑based interventions in line with care plans
- Work collaboratively with children, young people and their families
- Participate in multi‑agency meetings and partnership working
- Contribute to safeguarding processes and clinical decision‑making
- Maintain accurate, timely and high‑quality clinical documentation
- Actively engage in supervision, reflective practice and service development
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training – Essential
- RMN / RNLD (Mental Health)
- Post registration clinical training relevant to CAMHS / Mental Health
- Teaching and Assessing ENB 998 / Mentorship or equivalent
Qualifications and Training – Desirable
- Degree in a relevant subject
- Additional vocational training (Solution focused, CBT, Motivational interviewing)
Experience – Essential
- Significant post‑registration experience within a CAMHS / Mental Health setting
Experience – Desirable
- Auditing clinical standards
- Utilisation of research in practice
Knowledge and Skills – Essential
- Knowledge of a range of therapeutic interventions
- Legal frameworks relevant to CAMHS
- Health and safety
- Risk assessment / management
- Current CAMHS practice / issues
Knowledge and Skills – Desirable
- Current nursing / health issues
- Clinical governance
Personal Attributes – Essential
- Self‑management and organisation
- Excellent communication/interpersonal skills (verbal and written)
- Specific clinical interventions / strategies
- Liaison, negotiation and influencing
- Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle
Personal Attributes – Desirable
- Conflict resolution
- Leadership
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children’s we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s 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. 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.
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year (Pro rata)
Outreach Practitioner in Sheffield employer: Sheffield
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment for healthcare professionals. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development, our team thrives in a culture that values compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of critically ill children while enjoying a fulfilling career in a top-ranked NHS trust.
