Job summary This post offers an exciting opportunity to provide social and occupational support to individuals within the Offender Personality Disorder (OPD) Pathway, a partnership between NHS England and His Majesty's Prison and Probation Services (HMPPS). The post is based in Durham and Cleveland, but our wider service includes Cumbria and the North East of England, and is part of CNTW's Secure Care community services. Rebuilding Lives is a psychologically informed service offering support to people who have committed offences and present with personality difficulties, which may affect their day-to-day function. The over-all aim of the pathway is to help reduce risk of reoffending, by helping the individual to understand the factors that have contributed to their difficulties, and develop alternative life skills and coping strategies. Main duties of the job The post holder will work under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist or Allied Health Professional, and alongside colleagues from Psychology and Probation. They will contribute to assessment, formulation and the development of intervention plans, and deliver practically based interventions and support. There is an emphasis on activities of daily living, and partnership working with local agencies to support community integration. To assist in assessment, formulation and delivery of interventions to service users who have a variety of complex needs, a history of offending behaviour, diverse presentations and personality difficulties, under the direction of a registered practitioner. The post holder will carry out this role in line with the regulations set for an Assistant Practitioner. They will competently care without the need for direct supervision and to a level beyond that of a clinical support assistant. The overall responsibility for the service user remains, at all times with the registered practitioner. Post holder will contribute to risk assessment including feeding back risk factors to probation and health clinicians, documenting risk factors arising in their appointments and following risk management plans; including lone working policy. About us We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. Date posted 18 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 263-SCG25-030-AB Job locations Durham and Cleveland Durham and Cleveland TS17 6QX Job description Job responsibilities To implement and evaluate care as a member of the MDT ensuring that high quality, individualised care is delivered and that this promotes recovery and wellbeing and maximises independence. To support the team in providing excellent and effective person centred care based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity. To assist colleagues in the provision of training to others. To actively engage with supervision and appraisal process as identified in Trust policy Assist the therapist to plan, design and develop therapy and intervention activities within the objectives of the treatment plan. The post is across Durham and Cleveland, and will involve regular travel to and work within Probation offices and Approved Premises within the area, as well as within the local communities and some custodial appointments. As a wide geographical area this can present some challenges, but to assist with these demands, we support flexible working requests for example carrying out some duties (where appropriate) via TEAMS or other online platforms. The post offers a number of CPD opportunities and we actively encourage personal and professional development via supervision, CPD and training activities. Applicants who do not meet the academic requirements of the post but fulfil other requirements, may be supported to obtain the relevant qualification. Our service user group includes people who have convictions for violent and/or sexual offences. There are thorough risk assessment process for our community-based work but should you require more information please contact us to discuss the role. Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 18th February 2025 Closing date : 4th March 2025 We welcome your application. Please note this vacancy may close earlier than the date stated above, should an appropriate number of applications be received. Interview date: 26th/27th March 2025, face to face, location in Durham and Cleveland area to be confirmed. Job description Job responsibilities To implement and evaluate care as a member of the MDT ensuring that high quality, individualised care is delivered and that this promotes recovery and wellbeing and maximises independence. To support the team in providing excellent and effective person centred care based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity. To assist colleagues in the provision of training to others. To actively engage with supervision and appraisal process as identified in Trust policy Assist the therapist to plan, design and develop therapy and intervention activities within the objectives of the treatment plan. The post is across Durham and Cleveland, and will involve regular travel to and work within Probation offices and Approved Premises within the area, as well as within the local communities and some custodial appointments. As a wide geographical area this can present some challenges, but to assist with these demands, we support flexible working requests for example carrying out some duties (where appropriate) via TEAMS or other online platforms. The post offers a number of CPD opportunities and we actively encourage personal and professional development via supervision, CPD and training activities. Applicants who do not meet the academic requirements of the post but fulfil other requirements, may be supported to obtain the relevant qualification. Our service user group includes people who have convictions for violent and/or sexual offences. There are thorough risk assessment process for our community-based work but should you require more information please contact us to discuss the role. Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 18th February 2025 Closing date : 4th March 2025 We welcome your application. Please note this vacancy may close earlier than the date stated above, should an appropriate number of applications be received. Interview date: 26th/27th March 2025, face to face, location in Durham and Cleveland area to be confirmed. Person Specification Education & Qualification Essential Foundation degree in applied social studies or alternative (NVQ/BTEC/QCF) with additional training to diploma level equivalent in the speciality field. Knowledge & Experience Essential Experience of working with complex mental health presentation and needs Experience of working in a relevant community setting Experience of group and 1:1 activity facilitation. Desirable Understanding of personality difficulties and impact on function and engagement Experience of delivering training to others Skills & Competencies Essential Ability to work autonomously without direct supervision Ability to present information in verbal and written formats IT literacy Desirable Ability to work in a variety of health and criminal justice settings Ability to work as part of a team Personal Characteristics Essential Time management and organisational skills Ability to manage emotionally challenging situations Desirable Ability to meet the mobility and travel demands of the post Person Specification Education & Qualification Essential Foundation degree in applied social studies or alternative (NVQ/BTEC/QCF) with additional training to diploma level equivalent in the speciality field. Knowledge & Experience Essential Experience of working with complex mental health presentation and needs Experience of working in a relevant community setting Experience of group and 1:1 activity facilitation. Desirable Understanding of personality difficulties and impact on function and engagement Experience of delivering training to others Skills & Competencies Essential Ability to work autonomously without direct supervision Ability to present information in verbal and written formats IT literacy Desirable Ability to work in a variety of health and criminal justice settings Ability to work as part of a team Personal Characteristics Essential Time management and organisational skills Ability to manage emotionally challenging situations Desirable Ability to meet the mobility and travel demands of the post Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Address Durham and Cleveland Durham and Cleveland TS17 6QX Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)