Job summary We are excited to be advertising for a Band 6 Specialist Practitioner and Supervisor This role is a 1 year fixed term post to support the development of the Childrens Wellbeing Practitioners (CWPs) who work within the mild-moderate remit of childrens mental health. The role will sit within the Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) early intervention pathway and will entail the supervision of the CWPs alongside screening and supporting with referrals. This is an exciting opportunity to develop the CWP team and have a pivotal role in the support and supervision of the service. We are ideally looking for someone who has already completed an IAPT supervision course. Main duties of the job We are currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Specialist Practitioner and Supervisor to join the CFHD MHST and CWP team. As the Specialist Practitioner and Supervisor, your primary responsibility will be to provide clinical supervision and guidance to our team members, ensuring the highest standard of care for our clients. You will conduct regular supervision sessions, offering support, advice, and feedback to enhance professional development and maintain clinical excellence. Additionally, you will contribute to the development and implementation of evidence-based practices, staying up-to-date with the latest research and interventions in mental health and child wellbeing. In this role, you will also collaborate with other stakeholders, participating in case consultations, multidisciplinary meetings, and fostering effective communication within the teams. If you possess strong clinical skills, a solid understanding of mental health and child development, and have a passion for supporting and supervising others in their professional growth, we invite you to join our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families in need. About us At Children and Family Health Devon, we are dedicated to improving the physical and mental health of children and young people across Devon and Torbay. We aim to create an environment where young people can thrive and are committed to reducing health inequalities and providing specialised support, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. Our children and young people say We would like the people who work for Children and Family Health Devon to be understanding, patient and respectful. They should be trustworthy and make us feel safe and comfortable. It is important that they use their skills and experience to listen carefully in a non-patronising and non-judgemental way. When staff are positive and friendly, they help to create an environment that is informal and without pressure. We are an alliance of NHS organisations led by Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust in partnership with Devon Partnership Trust. We are a group of professionals including psychologists, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, nurses and many other professions. Join us in beautiful Devon With access to moors, sea and cities, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy Devon. Whether you enjoy spending time in the cultural hub of Exeter, exploring the Jurassic coastline or discovering the world surfing reserve in North Devon there really is something for everyone. Careers - Children and Family Health Devon Date posted 04 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 1 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9369-25-0097 Job locations South Devon Healthcare 187 Newton Road Torquay TQ2 7BA Children & Family Health Devon Bittern Road Sowton Industrial Estate Exeter EX2 7FW Lescaze Offices Shinner's Bridge Dartington Totnes TQ9 6JE Integrated Childrens Services Fishleigh Road Roundswell Business Park Barnstaple Devon EX31 3UD Job description Job responsibilities Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification. Job description Job responsibilities Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification. Person Specification Qualifications Essential A professional qualification at degree level or equivalent (Psychological profession, Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist, Social Worker etc.) or successful completion of the post-graduate EMHP (or CWP) CYP-IAPT training Active registration or appropriate accreditation with professional body (NMC, HCPC, BACP, BABCP) or registration with the appropriate body when this is possible for Li-CBT postgraduate qualifications Recognised qualification in evidenced based therapeutic intervention for children/young people and their families/carers Completion of parallel IAPT supervisor training programme within first year of taking on the post if this is not already in place Training to level 2 in Safeguarding Adults and level 3 in Children and Young People: roles and competencies for Health Care staff Experience Essential Substantial experience of managing an extensive and complex caseload and working with children/young people presenting with a range of moderate to complex mental health presentations Working within a community mental health setting Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environment Experience of delivering CBT-informed interventions and supervision Substantial proven experience of delivering CBT Desirable Providing clinical supervision Participation in user involvement in services Mentoring students in line with professional requirements Experience working within Early Intervention and Prevention Services Experience delivering training to a diverse audience Experience presenting to a large and diverse audience Person Specification Qualifications Essential A professional qualification at degree level or equivalent (Psychological profession, Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist, Social Worker etc.) or successful completion of the post-graduate EMHP (or CWP) CYP-IAPT training Active registration or appropriate accreditation with professional body (NMC, HCPC, BACP, BABCP) or registration with the appropriate body when this is possible for Li-CBT postgraduate qualifications Recognised qualification in evidenced based therapeutic intervention for children/young people and their families/carers Completion of parallel IAPT supervisor training programme within first year of taking on the post if this is not already in place Training to level 2 in Safeguarding Adults and level 3 in Children and Young People: roles and competencies for Health Care staff Experience Essential Substantial experience of managing an extensive and complex caseload and working with children/young people presenting with a range of moderate to complex mental health presentations Working within a community mental health setting Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environment Experience of delivering CBT-informed interventions and supervision Substantial proven experience of delivering CBT Desirable Providing clinical supervision Participation in user involvement in services Mentoring students in line with professional requirements Experience working within Early Intervention and Prevention Services Experience delivering training to a diverse audience Experience presenting to a large and diverse audience 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 Devon Partnership NHS Trust Address South Devon Healthcare 187 Newton Road Torquay TQ2 7BA Employer's website https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)