Job summary The Pennine Community Mental Health Service portfolio and service line currently have an opportunity for a Clinical Lead in Community Mental Health Teams in Hyndburn and Ribble Valley.The successful applicant will have experience of clinical management and clinical oversight of complex cases, and can demonstrate an approach which is aligned with the Trust values. They will be innovative, proactive and be able to work autonomously, with enthusiasm and a "can do" attitude. The post holder will form part of the Community Hubs clinical and management team and will play a fundamental role in driving forward the Pennine Network vision for ongoing service improvement, and significant transformation in our community mental health services. It is expected there will be effective partnership forming and working in the coming months and a proven track record in this area would be beneficial. Main duties of the job o Provide expert clinical knowledge and interventions, advice, support and supervision in the Community Mental Health Team to colleagues, service users, families and carers.o To ensure clinical caseloads are managed working in partnership with team leaders, through effective clinical oversight, clinical audit, and clinical pathways to promote recovery.o To ensure we are always learning, through continuous improvements, and to promote Best Practice within community teams. About us Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care. The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area. Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview. Date posted 10 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 351-PEN959-CL Job locations CMHT Ribble Valley & Hyndburn (25-65) The Mount Accrington BB5 5DE Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role. Person Specification Education/ Qualifications Essential Registered Mental Health Nurse with NMC Post-registration experience and/or evidence of formal courses and training at post graduate diploma level Mentorship Course Clinical Supervision Training Recognised Psychological Interventions Training, e.g. CBT, EMDR, CAT Knowledge / Experience Essential Significant demonstrable post qualification experience at Band 6 working in a mental health community specialist setting or equivalent. Experience of developing, delivering and evaluating specialist programmes of care and risk management plans. Evidence of successful mentoring and/or supervision of junior members of staff including students Evidence of improving service delivery in line with evidence based practice. Demonstrable experience of effective multi-disciplinary team working. Skills and Competencies Essential Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to demonstrate diplomacy, tact and negotiation skills. Ability to manage highly stressful and emotive situations. Current knowledge of the policy and challenges facing NHS providers. Up to date and relevant knowledge of evidence based practice, e.g. NICE Guidance. Knowledge of regulatory bodies and the requirements associated with this in terms of standards of service delivery, e.g. CQC. Ability to develop, implement and evaluate specialist programmes of care and risk management plans. Knowledge of relevant legislation, e.g. Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act. Personal Essential Acts as a role model in the delivery of high quality, effective patient care. Ability to liaise with representatives from other organisations and to communicate a positive image of self and of the service/organisation. Demonstrate evidence of team working Aware of personal and professional boundaries An understanding of the importance of service user involvement in their own care and care plan Person Specification Education/ Qualifications Essential Registered Mental Health Nurse with NMC Post-registration experience and/or evidence of formal courses and training at post graduate diploma level Mentorship Course Clinical Supervision Training Recognised Psychological Interventions Training, e.g. CBT, EMDR, CAT Knowledge / Experience Essential Significant demonstrable post qualification experience at Band 6 working in a mental health community specialist setting or equivalent. Experience of developing, delivering and evaluating specialist programmes of care and risk management plans. Evidence of successful mentoring and/or supervision of junior members of staff including students Evidence of improving service delivery in line with evidence based practice. Demonstrable experience of effective multi-disciplinary team working. Skills and Competencies Essential Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to demonstrate diplomacy, tact and negotiation skills. Ability to manage highly stressful and emotive situations. Current knowledge of the policy and challenges facing NHS providers. Up to date and relevant knowledge of evidence based practice, e.g. NICE Guidance. Knowledge of regulatory bodies and the requirements associated with this in terms of standards of service delivery, e.g. CQC. Ability to develop, implement and evaluate specialist programmes of care and risk management plans. Knowledge of relevant legislation, e.g. Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act. Personal Essential Acts as a role model in the delivery of high quality, effective patient care. Ability to liaise with representatives from other organisations and to communicate a positive image of self and of the service/organisation. Demonstrate evidence of team working Aware of personal and professional boundaries An understanding of the importance of service user involvement in their own care and care plan 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust Address CMHT Ribble Valley & Hyndburn (25-65) The Mount Accrington BB5 5DE Employer's website https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)