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Senior Care Co-ordinator
The closing date is 11 June 2026
We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and committed individual to join a well‑established and supportive multi‑disciplinary team.
The Lancashire Early Intervention Service (EIS) specialises in working with individuals aged 14 to 65 at risk of, or currently experiencing, first episode psychosis. Our team provides a range of specialist interventions including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Family Interventions in line with current NICE guidance. There are three multi‑disciplinary early intervention service teams covering the Lancashire footprint.
The Lancashire Early Intervention Service is based within the Children and Families Network of Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust. We enjoy close working links with a range of community and inpatient services for children and adults.
We place a strong emphasis on professional and clinical supervision, in order to support and develop individuals, as part of our commitment to maintain our focus on delivering the highest quality clinical service.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of this team. We currently have a permanent post available for a Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist to join the team. The post will provide an opportunity for development for those who are interested in working within the Early Intervention Service.
The successful applicant will work as part of the EIS East Lancashire Team, who are currently based at The Mount, Whalley Road, Accrington, Lancs.
About us
LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under‑represented groups. If you’d like to discuss your application, please ask.
We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.
LSCFT support 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 and flexi‑time.
The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.
Job responsibilities
For more details on this vacancy please review the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- First Level Professional Qualification (RMN/SW/OT)
- Ongoing registration with professional body.
- Evidence of accredited learning at Degree level 6 or above that is relative to practice.
- Recognised Mentorship Qualification.
Knowledge
- Can demonstrate an in depth knowledge of mental health conditions, specifically psychosis and their recommended treatments.
- Can demonstrate specialist knowledge within their professional area of patient/client care.
- Thorough knowledge of acute and community mental health care for the psychosis pathway.
Experience
- Experience of working within a multi‑disciplinary team structure.
- Experience of assessing, planning, implementing and reviewing care needs. Experience of working with carers, families of service users.
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.
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata
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