Senior Mental Health Practitioner - Southern GP Federation Area

We are thrilled to be recruiting for both full-time and part-time Senior Mental Health Practitioners across the following Federation areas: Armagh & Dungannon, Craigavon, and Newry & District. These pivotal roles have been made possible through Executive Transformation funding, as part of an exciting initiative to expand and enhance the Primary Care Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) Programme.

You will be joining a dynamic, forward-thinking MDT, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing mental health services. Your expertise will help foster multi-disciplinary collaboration, driving the delivery of comprehensive, patient-centred care within primary care settings. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the future of mental health care while working alongside a diverse team of healthcare professionals in a collaborative environment.

We are hosting Drop-In Information Sessions on the dates listed below. These sessions are a fantastic opportunity to meet the team, learn more about the role, and ask any questions you may have.

• 7-8pm, Tuesday 1st April – Armagh City Hotel
• 7-8pm, Wednesday 2nd April – Seagoe Hotel, Portadown
• 12-2pm, Thursday 3rd April – Southern FSU Offices

Please refer to the full Job Description for more details on the role’s responsibilities and requirements.

Benefits:

• Annual Leave: 27 days (pro rata) with increments at 5 and 10 years
• Bank Holidays: 10 Bank Holidays
• Pension: HSC Pension Scheme - Employer contribution rate of 23.2%
• Occupational Sick Pay: Enhanced sick pay scheme that increases with service
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Benefiting from a reduced cost of a new bike and equipment
• Tech scheme: Benefiting from a reduced cost of tech equipment
• Employee Assistance Programme: Provided by Inspire Wellbeing
• Health Cash Plan: Health Shield

To apply:

• Download the application pack by clicking the button below.
• Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Monday 11th April 2025.
• CVs will not be accepted.

For more information on please visit: www.southernfsu.co.uk

Important Note:
It will be necessary to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI before any appointment to the post.

Equal Opportunities Employer:
GP Federations are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants.