Job summary The post holder will be based at Knightshayes Clinic and will be line managed by the Consultant Psychiatrist within the team. They will be responsible for carrying a small caseload, would be expected to support colleagues with complex cases and provide prescribing advice. Main duties of the job The post holder will be expected to cover days at Devon Memory Service (DMS). In the absence of senior colleagues the post holder will be responsible for leading team meetings. They will also need to support with triaging new patients to the team. As a prescriber in the team the post holder will be expected to support in the prescribing needs of care homes and support in decision making for our new Post Diagnostic Follow Up (PDFU) Service. The post holder will monitor and lead improvements of standards of care through supervision of practice, clinical audit, implementation of evidence based practice, teaching and support of colleagues and professional leadership. About us About Devon Partnership Trust We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery. We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do Our values We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader. Date posted 07 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number C9369-25-0009 Job locations Knightshayes Clinic, Whipton Hospital Hospital Lane Exeter Devon EX1 3RB Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role. Person Specification Knowledge Essential An excellent understanding of the NSF, 5 year forward review for mental health and Mental Health Act/ Mental Health Capacity Act requirements. CPA Process Awareness of community structures and social care options and processes Physical Skills and Other Essential Ability to travel across Devon and other locations in the course of the business requirement. Personal commitment to promoting equality, diversity and human rights in all aspects of service delivery. High level of emotional resilience. Experience Essential Evidence of Continuous Professional Development. Analytical and Judgemental Skills Essential Reporting analysis to a range of stakeholders in a manner that is clear and easily understood. Able to own problems and get involved in the solutions. Ability to manage risk. Ability to assess and interpret specialist acute and other patient conditions Communication and Working Relationship Skills Essential High level communication skills including: Presentation and facilitation skills; Consultation and engagement skills. An ability to adjust communication effectively to meet the needs of a diverse group including internal and external stakeholders. Good organisational and interpersonal skills, tact and sensitivity. Ability to gain trust. Ability to influence significant changes in service delivery through motivation and encouragement which may be highly complex and sensitive and include some barriers to understanding. Ability to contribute to the supervision and development of others. Confidence to deliver sometimes contentious and difficult messages to a broad range of stake holders. Planning and Organisational Skills Essential Developing short to medium term project based action plans. Prioritise and adjust workload to address the changing needs of the organisation Flexible approach and ability to work independently and on own initiative as well as part of a team. Ability to undertake special projects in regard to service improvement and collaborative working with other stakeholders. Qualifications Essential Clinical based Degree, supplemented by post graduate diploma specialist training, experience, short courses. Post basic qualification in speciality Application Non-Medical Prescriber (V300) at level 6 Current registration with the NMC or HCPC. Person Specification Knowledge Essential An excellent understanding of the NSF, 5 year forward review for mental health and Mental Health Act/ Mental Health Capacity Act requirements. CPA Process Awareness of community structures and social care options and processes Physical Skills and Other Essential Ability to travel across Devon and other locations in the course of the business requirement. Personal commitment to promoting equality, diversity and human rights in all aspects of service delivery. High level of emotional resilience. Experience Essential Evidence of Continuous Professional Development. Analytical and Judgemental Skills Essential Reporting analysis to a range of stakeholders in a manner that is clear and easily understood. Able to own problems and get involved in the solutions. Ability to manage risk. Ability to assess and interpret specialist acute and other patient conditions Communication and Working Relationship Skills Essential High level communication skills including: Presentation and facilitation skills; Consultation and engagement skills. An ability to adjust communication effectively to meet the needs of a diverse group including internal and external stakeholders. Good organisational and interpersonal skills, tact and sensitivity. Ability to gain trust. Ability to influence significant changes in service delivery through motivation and encouragement which may be highly complex and sensitive and include some barriers to understanding. Ability to contribute to the supervision and development of others. Confidence to deliver sometimes contentious and difficult messages to a broad range of stake holders. Planning and Organisational Skills Essential Developing short to medium term project based action plans. Prioritise and adjust workload to address the changing needs of the organisation Flexible approach and ability to work independently and on own initiative as well as part of a team. Ability to undertake special projects in regard to service improvement and collaborative working with other stakeholders. Qualifications Essential Clinical based Degree, supplemented by post graduate diploma specialist training, experience, short courses. Post basic qualification in speciality Application Non-Medical Prescriber (V300) at level 6 Current registration with the NMC or HCPC. 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). 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. 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). 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 Knightshayes Clinic, Whipton Hospital Hospital Lane Exeter Devon EX1 3RB Employer's website https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)