Mental Health Practitioner

Job summary Band 5 RMN / OT / Social Work Professional Exeter City Core Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) Full-Time Substantive Post (37.5 hours per week) Flexible / Hybrid Working Available We are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), or Social Work professionals to join our Exeter City Core CMHT a team known for its dynamic, innovative, and supportive culture . This is a substantive full-time post with opportunities for flexible and hybrid working , designed to support your professional development and work-life balance. We also welcome preceptee applicants , offering a nurturing environment to gain experience in community mental health practice. Main duties of the job Main Duties & Responsibilities Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to adults with complex mental health needs in the community. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans. Conduct assessments, risk evaluations, and reviews in line with clinical governance and safeguarding protocols. Provide therapeutic interventions and recovery-focused support. Liaise with service users, carers, and external agencies to ensure continuity of care. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development. 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. Details Date posted 01 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £32,073 to £39,043 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9369-26-0715 Job locations Wonford House Dryden Road Exeter Devon EX2 5AF United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will deliver high quality mental health services, The role involves managing a defined caseload. The focus will be providing continuous assessment and treatment to people with mental health difficulties and their carers. This will include key working and care management functions, liaison with statutory and non-statutory organisations. The post holder will be an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will deliver high quality mental health services, The role involves managing a defined caseload. The focus will be providing continuous assessment and treatment to people with mental health difficulties and their carers. This will include key working and care management functions, liaison with statutory and non-statutory organisations. The post holder will be an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team.