Mental Health Advanced Practitioner

5 months ago

Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom East of England Ambulance Service Full time

Great healthcare requires great people. That’s why we are doing everything we can to recruit committed, skilled people – and to make sure we support our new and existing employees, so they choose to stay with us.

#WeAreEEAST

We encourage you to ensure that your application relates to the Person Specification (provided as part of the Job Description or as a separate attachment).
Please visit our recruitment support page for advice on completing your application.

Job overview

The opportunity has arisen for Head of Financial Services within the Finance Team of The East of England Ambulance Service.

The post holder must hold a full CCAB qualification and possess significant additional knowledge and experience of strategic financial management.

Please note this role is based in Norwich and will require the post holder to work on site on a regular basis.

Main duties of the job

Oversee the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Treasury Management functions  To be the main Finance contact for the contract management for Payroll services for the Trust. To assist with identification, development and planning of strategies and programmes which deliver national policy and strategy and which improve service delivery and performance of Financial Services. To assist, guide, manage and develop the provision of a comprehensive financial management and accounting service for all aspects of the Trust. To be a senior contributor to Trust financial policy. To ensure the Trust complies with key financial policy documents.  To be responsible for the production of aspects of the Trusts annual accounts and financial reports. To complete accurately and on time. This will involve responsibility for work for the annual external audit and to be one of the main contacts with the external auditors. To be a key manager to work with the Internal Audit providers, to manage reports and to liaise with appropriate colleagues to fulfil recommendations in a timely manner. To attend Trust meetings to present information and to advise Trust staff on financial matters. To develop and implement Trust wide policies and procedures. To be the Finance representative on Trust policy groups, work stream teams and other Trust sub committees. To be a key advisor and manager for the planning, performance management, training and development of the finance team.

Working for our organisation

The Finance department is based in Norwich. 

The team consists of approximately 40 staff providing a comprehensive service to our Regional organisation.

Level 1 Towards Excellence Accreditation with One NHS Finance.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This post is at a senior corporate level of responsibility within the Trust and the post holder will act as deputy to the Deputy Director of Finance - Financial Services & Accounting as necessary. The post holder will have line management responsibility for specific levels of staff in the financial services section of the finance department. The post holder will be responsible for the services of accounts payable, accounts receivable and all matters concerning payroll. The postholder will be responsible for upholding financial governance policy and procedure. The postholder will be responsible for the management of the Trusts authorisation procedures by the management of the authorised signatories list. This will involve ensuring that all transactions are appropriately authorised prior to their action. The post holder will be responsible for the production of timely, consistent and accurate financial reporting. The postholder will be responsible for cash management and all banking duties. The postholder will be responsible for all taxation matters including VAT and liaison with HMRC. To advise and assist the Deputy Director of Finance - Financial Services & Accounting for all financial controls. To ensure controls are implemented and followed. The post holder will provide financial advice and information to the Deputy Director of Finance - Financial Services & Accounting and Director of Finance.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

CCAB Qualified Commitment to continuing professional development Advanced specialist knowledge and expertise in the economic, financial and organisational complexities of the NHS, including current national policies and change programmes. Expert knowledge of NHS financial regime.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria

Expertise in planning and policy development Expertise in information analysis and performance review. Advanced interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Organisational skills to prioritise and meet deadlines. Able to instruct, manage and develop others. Ability to manage highly complex, sensitive and contentious internal and external communication. Significant experience in a financial management role. People management and supervision. Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams. Experience of writing and presenting reports at senior level. Knowledge and experience of working with VAT, and other taxation rules and regulations. Able to provide leadership to the Team and to: gain respect, motivate staff, manage difficult issues, and set targets and monitor. Ability to work under pressure. Commitment to learning, best practice and a quality service.

References and Employment History: All references from current and previous employers, will be sought via their Human Resources Department and must cover a minimum of 3 years employment. Therefore, when completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and email address of the Human Resources Department and indicate your current/previous line manager and their departmental details.

All appointments will be subject to currently having a clean disciplinary record.

Please be advised that a No Smoking Policy is in operation throughout the Trust.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme - Under the Trust's commitment 'Positive about Disabled People', if you consider yourself as having a disability and you meet the minimum selection criteria for any post, you will get an automatic interview. By minimum selection criteria we mean that you must provide us with evidence in your application form which demonstrates the essential requirements as set out in the person specification and advertisement for a post.

We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications, regardless of age, race, religion & belief, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity or disability.

  • Mental Health Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Limited Full time

    Job SummaryJob Title: Mental Health PractitionerGrade: Band 7Trust: Hertfordshire Community NHS TrustLocation: Various locations across Hertfordshire, including QE2 Hospital, Danestrete Child Development Centre, and St Albans Children's CentreWard/Dept: PALMS - Intensive Intervention TeamHours: Full-time, flexible shiftsShift Pattern: Variable, up to 5 days...

  • Mental Health Specialist

    1 month ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Limited Full time

    Job Title: Mental Health PractitionerJob Summary:This is an exciting opportunity to join our multidisciplinary team as a Mental Health Practitioner, working with children and young people with learning disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder.Key Responsibilities:Provide a comprehensive screening and triage service to children and young people and their...

  • Mental Health Specialist

    1 month ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Limited Full time

    Job Title: Mental Health PractitionerJob Summary:This is an exciting opportunity to join our multidisciplinary team as a Mental Health Practitioner, working with children and young people with learning disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder.Key Responsibilities:Provide a comprehensive screening and triage service to children and young people and their...

  • Advanced Nurse Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom NHS Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our multi-disciplinary primary care team. The successful candidate will work alongside our GPs, Pharmacists, and Nursing Team to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver safe and high-quality care as part of a...

  • Advanced Nurse Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom NHS Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our multi-disciplinary primary care team. The successful candidate will work alongside our GPs, Pharmacists, and Nursing Team to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver safe and high-quality care as part of a...

  • Mental Health Specialist

    1 month ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Limited Full time

    Job Title: Mental Health PractitionerJob Summary:This is an exciting opportunity to join our multidisciplinary team as a Mental Health Practitioner, working with children and young people with learning disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder.Key Responsibilities:Provide a comprehensive screening and triage service to CYP and their referrers, resulting...

  • Mental Health Specialist

    1 month ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Limited Full time

    Job Title: Mental Health PractitionerJob Summary:This is an exciting opportunity to join our multidisciplinary team as a Mental Health Practitioner, working with children and young people with learning disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder.Key Responsibilities:Provide a comprehensive screening and triage service to CYP and their referrers, resulting...

  • Mental Health Practitioner

    5 months ago

    Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Full time

    **Will either be at any Locations mentioned: QE2 Hospital, WGC, Danestrete Child Development Centre, Stevenage, St Albans Children’s Centre, Peace Children’s Centre, Watford** **About the Service**: PALMS (positive behaviour, autism, learning disability and mental health service) works across Hertfordshire providing a specialist multidisciplinary...

  • Mental Health Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Limited Full time

    Job SummaryJob Title: Mental Health PractitionerGrade: Band 7Trust: Hertfordshire Community NHS TrustLocation: Various locations within HertfordshireWard/Dept: PALMS - Intensive Intervention TeamHours: Full-time, flexible shiftsShift Pattern: 1-5 days a week, weekdays onlyAbout the Service:PALMS is a specialist multidisciplinary service providing support to...

  • Clinical Psychologist

    3 weeks ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Psychologist to join our team in Community Mental Health. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with individuals experiencing mental health crises, providing expert assessment, treatment, and support.With a strong background in clinical psychology and experience working in...

  • Mental Health Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Limited Full time

    About the RoleNHS Professionals Limited is seeking a skilled Mental Health Practitioner to join our team as a Clinical Practitioner - Learning Disability. This is an exciting opportunity to work with children and young people aged 0-18 who have a global learning disability and/or autism spectrum disorder and their families.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide a...

  • Mental Health Practitoner

    5 months ago

    Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Limited Full time

    Job summary Job Title: Mental Health Practitioner(or social worker) Grade: Band 7 Trust: HertfordshireCommunity NHS Trust Location: QE2 Hospital,WGC, Danestrete Child DevelopmentCentre, Stevenage, St Albans Childrens Centre, Peace Childrens Centre, Watford Ward/Dept: PALMS - IntensiveIntervention Team Hours: Full time Flexible ...

  • Mental Health Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    City Of London, United Kingdom NELFT NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Mental Health Practitioner to join our team as a Duty Mental Health Worker. This is an exciting opportunity to work with older adults with mental health conditions, including dementia, and provide high-quality care and support.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide mental health assessments, advice, and...

  • Oral Health Practitioner

    3 weeks ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £50,000 - £80,000

    We are seeking an Oral Health Practitioner to join our team of dental professionals at beBee Professionals in Welwyn Garden City. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing excellent dental care to our growing patient base, including diagnosing dental conditions, performing treatments, and educating patients on oral health care.Key...

  • Mental Health Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    City Of London, United Kingdom NELFT NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Mental Health Practitioner to join our team as a Duty Mental Health Worker. This is an exciting opportunity to work with older adults with mental health conditions, including dementia, and provide high-quality care and support.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide mental health assessments, advice, and...

  • Mental Health Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    City Of London, United Kingdom NELFT NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Mental Health Practitioner to join our team as a Duty Mental Health Worker. This is an exciting opportunity to work with older adults with mental health conditions, including dementia, and provide high-quality care and support.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide mental health assessments, advice, and...

  • Mental Health Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Limited Full time

    Job SummaryJob Title: Mental Health PractitionerGrade: Band 7Trust: Hertfordshire Community NHS TrustLocation: Various locations across Hertfordshire, including QE2 Hospital, Danestrete Child Development Centre, and St Albans Children's CentreWard/Dept: PALMS - Intensive Intervention TeamHours: Full-time, flexible shiftsShift Pattern: 1-5 days a week,...

  • Community Mental Health Specialist

    7 days ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom NHS Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled and dedicated Community Mental Health Specialist to join our Adult Community Mental Health Services team in Rosanne House, Welwyn Garden City.Main ResponsibilitiesAssess the needs of service users and work with them and their families to formulate personalized care and support plans.Administer prescribed medication and...

  • Mental Health Practitioner

    3 weeks ago

    City of Westminster, Greater London, United Kingdom Ackerman Pierce Ltd Full time

    Job Title: Mental Health Practitioner - Social WorkerAt Ackerman Pierce Ltd, we are seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our Mental Health Team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to vulnerable adults with mental health needs.Key Responsibilities:• Complete assessments under the Care Act...

  • Mental Health Nurse Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled Mental Health Nurse Specialist to join our team at Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will work in close collaboration with other professionals to assess service user needs, devise care plans, and evaluate outcomes that promote service user empowerment and recovery.The post...