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About the role

Location: Hawkesbury Lodge Residential Service, Coventry

Role: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Rota Work Patterns: Monday to Friday – 09:00 – 17:00

Our Hawkesbury Lodge Service represents an important investment in supporting people across Coventry and Warwickshire on their recovery journey. Developed in partnership with Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust, the service combines a 14-bed residential rehabilitation service with an integrated Care Hub, providing a welcoming and recovery-focused environment. Together, these services offer personalised support to people living with severe and enduring mental illness, helping them build confidence, develop greater independence, enhance their wellbeing, and take positive steps towards living successfully within their local communities.

How you will make a difference as an Ancillary Environment Support Worker

We're looking for an Ancillary Environment Support Worker to help create and maintain a welcoming, clean and supportive environment at Hawkesbury Lodge. This is more than a cleaning role. Using your own lived experience of mental health challenges or recovery, you'll play an important part in helping people feel at home, build confidence and take positive steps towards greater independence.

Every interaction matters. Whether you're maintaining communal spaces, supporting residents to take pride in their own environment or simply offering encouragement through informal conversations, you'll be contributing to a service that puts recovery, wellbeing and dignity at its heart.

Key Responsibilities

• Help maintain clean, safe and welcoming communal areas across the service.
• Support residents to engage with everyday living tasks and take ownership of their environment.
• Promote wellbeing through positive informal engagement and encouragement.
• Use your lived experience appropriately to inspire hope and support recovery.
• Identify and report maintenance, health and safety or environmental concerns.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the service remains a supportive and therapeutic environment.
• Follow infection control, health and safety and safeguarding procedures at all times.

Essential skills and experience

• Have lived experience of mental health challenges and/or recovery.
• Understand the importance of recovery-focused support.
• Can build positive relationships and encourage others in a respectful and compassionate way.
• Have experience of cleaning, housekeeping or facilities support, or are willing to learn.
• Understand the importance of health and safety, hygiene and infection control.
• Are reliable, organised and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable skills and experience

• Experience, either paid or voluntary, supporting vulnerable adults or children.

If you’re passionate about empowering individuals, reducing stigma, and improving mental health outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

Rethink Mental Illness is currently unable to provide visa sponsorship.

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Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Location: Ladysmith Road, Exeter

Working hours: Part-time role available (18 hours per week) - On a rota basis – Working hours between, 8:00 – 16:00 one week and 12:15 – 20:15 the following week – with some weekend working.

(Full-time equivalent salary - £24,545 per annum)

Enhanced additional payments: £0.86 - Unsocial Hours, 1.5 x hourly rate - Bank Holiday

Devon Supported Housing is an individualised support service funded by Devon Partnership Trust. It offers housing related support to people with medium to high support needs, leaving a hospital or residential setting.

Our Ladysmith Road service in Exeter, is staffed 24/7, supports medium to high needs, using Safety Management Plans to reduce risk and focusses on recovery with SMART goals. We provide both 1:1 support and shared hours to help residents progress safely and confidently. Our service offers a safe, welcoming environment where individuals can develop confidence, build everyday living skills, and work towards their personal recovery goals. Staff provide tailored practical and emotional support, helping residents improve their wellbeing and prepare for a more independent future within the community.

What I will do and achieve as a Mental Health Recovery Worker

Are you passionate about empowering people to live independently and achieve their goals? Working within an experienced team you will support individuals experiencing mental ill health to promote independence. You’ll assess needs and risks, working in a person-centred, recovery-focused way to help people build confidence and thrive in the community.

How You Will Make a Difference

• Provide key worker support, including one-to-one assistance and liaising with mental health agencies.
• Use communication, motivation, and coaching to help individuals achieve personal goals.
• Build trust and rapport based on respect and honesty, maintaining professional boundaries and following the Rethink Mental Illness Code of Conduct.
• Encourage engagement in social and workplace activities, helping individuals regain confidence and independence.

Essential skills and experience

• Experience supporting people with mental illness in social care setting.
• Good listening skills, empathy, understanding, kindness, patience, and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Charity's values.
• Excellent administration, organisation and planning skills.
• Competent in the use of IT systems including Microsoft applications, email and internet.

If you’re passionate about empowering individuals, reducing stigma, and improving mental health outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

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Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Location: HMP Hull, East Yorkshire.

Rethink Mental Illness work alongside Tees, Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) and Humber, Teaching NHS Foundation Trust to deliver an integrated stepped care mental health service within HMP Hull and Humber.

The team compromises a range of highly skilled professionals who work collaboratively to provide the highest quality of care, for those with mental health needs within the prison and for Rethink Mental Illness employees, this is carried out between 0800 – 1600 Monday to Friday.

As we work across both sites, there may be some travel involved, but this will be done in work time and expenses paid to support service delivery.

*The applicant must have a full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle.

What I will do and achieve

Your work will make a real difference by helping people in prison take positive steps toward recovery and a better future. You’ll play a vital role in supporting mental health, reducing risk, and empowering individuals to manage their wellbeing.

In this role, you will

• Assess and manage referrals – Accept referrals via agreed protocols, determine suitability, and ensure clients receive the right level of care, including stepping up treatment when necessary.
• Support recovery and self-management – Work with individuals to identify their goals, assess risk, and empower them to manage their mental health effectively.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions – Provide low-intensity treatments such as Guided Self-Help and psycho-educational support, drawing on CBT principles.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team – Attend meetings, share insights, and ensure smooth step-up and step-down arrangements for clients.
• Maintain high standards of clinical practice – Record outcome measures, keep accurate data, and uphold confidentiality at all times.
• Contribute to service performance – Meet agreed activity targets, minimise waiting times, and support monthly performance reporting.
• Build strong partnerships – Work with statutory and non-statutory agencies to ensure continuity of care post-release.
• Communicate effectively and professionally – Engage with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders in a clear and supportive manner.
• Commit to personal development – Use supervision constructively, maintain professional registration, and stay up to date with best practice.
• Represent Rethink Mental Illness values – Act with integrity, professionalism, and flexibility, including providing contingency cover for other prison sites when required.

Key Responsibilities & Commitments

• Work within Prison Service policies and procedures, supporting programmes and contributing to risk management and public protection.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including: Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Home Office Prison Clearance, Data Protection Act 1998 and Information Governance policies. Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
• Promote Rethink Mental Illness membership, donations, and activism.
• Adhere to Professional Boundaries, Health & Safety, and Safeguarding policies; promptly report concerns to your line manager.
• Attend regular clinical and managerial supervision as agreed.
• Take responsibility for personal performance reviews, objectives, and relevant training.
• Respond to supervisory feedback and engage in personal development to improve clinical practice.
• Maintain professional registration and comply with internal standards and external regulatory requirements.
• Keep up to date with Department of Health guidelines and charity policies.
• Undertake other reasonable duties and projects as required by your line manager.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Successfully completed academic training aligned with the IAPT Low Intensity National Programme and qualified as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP), e.g., Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Therapies.
• Accredited PWP with BACP or BPS.
• Post-qualification experience delivering the full range of evidence-based IAPT low-intensity interventions at Step 2.
• Proven experience working within a stepped care service, supporting individuals with mental health problems and achieving recovery outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of assessment procedures, screening, referral processes, record-keeping, and evidence-based brief psychological interventions.
• Understanding and application of evidence-based psychological therapies relevant to this role.
• Ability to build effective therapeutic relationships and practice inclusively, respecting cultural diversity and individual beliefs.
• Commitment to an inclusive values base that promotes recovery and respects diversity.
• Experience using clinical outcome measures to inform and improve practice.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in standard IT packages (Microsoft Word, Excel) and database/information systems.
• Ability to engage positively with clinical supervision and personal development, demonstrating self-reflection and continuous improvement.

If you’re passionate about empowering individuals, reducing stigma, and improving mental health outcomes, we’d love to hear from you!

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Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Contract: Permanent, Part Time 17.5 hours

Salary: £12,272.46

Reporting to: Community Voice Network Facilitator

DBS Check: Enhanced

Driving Licence Required: Yes, with access to a vehicle and Business Insurance

Make communities stronger. Help people feel connected.

At Rethink Mental Illness, we believe that strong communities change lives. Through our Together Derbyshire programme, we're creating opportunities for people to build meaningful connections, access support, and feel part of their local community.

We're looking for a Community Builder who is passionate about bringing people together, strengthening local networks and helping communities thrive.

This is a rewarding role for someone who loves meeting people, building relationships and turning ideas into action. You'll spend time out in communities, connecting with residents, volunteers, partner organisations and local groups to reduce isolation and increase opportunities for people to participate, contribute and belong.

About the role

As a Community Builder, you'll use an asset-based community development approach to identify strengths, connections and opportunities within local neighbourhoods.

You'll work alongside residents, volunteers, community groups and partner organisations to:

• Build and strengthen local social networks
• Increase opportunities for volunteering and community participation
• Connect people with local groups, activities and support
• Develop new community-led initiatives
• Support people experiencing social isolation to build meaningful connections
• Help communities identify local priorities and create sustainable solutions
• Promote community resilience, wellbeing and inclusion

You'll also help map local community assets, support volunteer-led projects and maintain records that demonstrate the impact of the service.

What you'll be doing

• Developing strong relationships with residents, community organisations and local partners
• Identifying existing community assets, groups and opportunities
• Supporting the creation and development of new groups and activities
• Encouraging and promoting volunteering opportunities
• Facilitating connections between people, services and community resources
• Supporting community leaders and volunteers with information, guidance and encouragement
• Working with partners across Derbyshire to strengthen local community offers
• Helping community groups access resources and funding opportunities where appropriate
• Gathering information and recording outcomes to demonstrate impact

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who is naturally curious about people and communities and enjoys building trusted relationships.

You'll bring

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds
• Experience of partnership working and stakeholder engagement
• Confidence facilitating groups, meetings or community activities
• A good understanding of local communities and community assets
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Experience supporting volunteering, community development or engagement activities
• The ability to work independently in a field-based role
• Knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection principles

You'll be particularly successful if you're motivated by creating opportunities for others and believe in the power of community-led change.

Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

At Rethink Mental Illness, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to improving the lives of people severely affected by mental illness and creating communities where everyone feels valued, included and supported.

Our values guide how we work every day

Connect. Accountable. Respect. Evolve. Success.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

Ready to make a difference?

If you're passionate about community development, reducing isolation and helping people build stronger local connections, we'd love to hear from you.

If you have any questions or want more information, feel free to email tammy.chambers@rethink.org

Apply today and help create connected, resilient communities across Derbyshire.

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Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Contract: Part Time (22.5 Hours) Fixed Term Contract till June 2027

Salary: £15,456 per annum

DBS Check: Basic DBS Check Required

At Rethink Mental Illness, we believe that everyone severely affected by mental illness deserves expert support, understanding and hope.

We're looking for a highly organised and approachable Team Administrator to join our team. This is an important role that helps ensure our services run smoothly, creating a welcoming environment for people accessing support, training, and recovery-focused activities.

As the first point of contact for many service users, volunteers and professionals, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality administrative support, managing enquiries, coordinating training activities, maintaining records and supporting the day-to-day operation of the service. You'll work closely with colleagues, volunteers and external partners to ensure people receive a professional, compassionate and responsive service.

This is a varied role that would suit someone who enjoys organisation, takes pride in excellent customer service and is passionate about supporting people affected by mental illness.

What you'll be doing

• Acting as a welcoming first point of contact for service users, visitors and professionals.
• Managing enquiries by phone, email and in person, signposting people to the right support where appropriate.
• Providing comprehensive administrative support to the team.
• Coordinating training courses, bookings, resources and documentation.
• Maintaining accurate records and databases in line with information governance and GDPR requirements.
• Supporting reporting, audits and service improvement projects.
• Managing office supplies, resources and stock levels.
• Working collaboratively with staff, volunteers and partner organisations to help deliver excellent services.

Who we're looking for

We're keen to hear from people who can demonstrate

Essential

• Experience in an administrative or office-based role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• An understanding of confidentiality, data protection and GDPR.
• A flexible, approachable and supportive attitude.
• The ability to work effectively in a busy environment.
• An awareness of mental health and recovery-focused approaches.

Desirable

• Experience working within healthcare, community, charity or support services.
• Experience creating promotional materials using Canva or similar software.
• Experience working as part of a busy team environment.

About you

You'll be someone who values providing excellent service and enjoys helping others. You'll be able to build positive relationships with a wide range of people, remain calm when priorities change, and contribute to a supportive and inclusive team culture. The role may involve supporting people experiencing distress or vulnerability, so empathy, resilience and professionalism are important.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of mental illness.

Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Location: HMPYOI Deerbolt

Rethink Mental Illness work alongside Tees, Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) and Humber, Teaching NHS Foundation Trust to deliver an integrated stepped care mental health service within HMPYO Deepbolt.

The team compromises a range of highly skilled professionals who work collaboratively to provide the highest quality of care, for those with mental health needs within the prison and for Rethink Mental Illness employees, this is carried out between 0800 – 1600 Monday to Friday.

As we work across both sites, there may be some travel involved, but this will be done in work time and expenses paid to support service delivery.

*The applicant must have a full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle.

What I will do and achieve

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate professional to join our team, delivering high-quality mental health support within the criminal justice system. This role combines clinical expertise, partnership working, and leadership to make a real difference in people’s lives.

• Manage referrals and assess suitability in line with service protocols.
• Provide person-centred assessments and low-intensity interventions to support recovery.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions using a self-management approach.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external agencies for continuity of care.
• Offer clinical and management supervision to junior staff, modelling best practice.
• Maintain accurate records and outcome data in line with operational policies.
• Monitor performance and contribute to audits and service improvement initiatives.
• Adopt a flexible, solution-focused approach to overcome challenges and strive for excellence

Key Responsibilities & Commitments

• Data Protection Compliance

Act in full accordance with Data Protection legislation and ensure all personal, staff, and client records are managed in line with Data Management and Information Governance policies, relevant legislation, and contractual obligations.

• Policy & Security Adherence

Follow all HMPPS policies, procedures, and security restrictions, as well as the charity’s Health & Safety and Safeguarding policies. Promptly report any concerns to your line manager.

• Legal & Regulatory Compliance

Comply with all legal requirements, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and adhere to national policies, local operating procedures, and standards set by external regulators or professional bodies.

• Professional Development

Participate in regular supervision and appraisal sessions, and undertake relevant training to maintain high standards of practice.

• Flexibility & Additional Duties

Be prepared to take on other reasonable tasks and projects as directed by your line manager, in line with the role’s profile and grade

Essential skills and experience

• Qualified PWP: Successfully completed academic training in line with the IAPT Low Intensity National Programme (e.g., Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Therapies).
• Accreditation: PWP accreditation with BABCP or BPS.
• Supervision Skills: Completed or working towards IAPT supervision training, with experience in a supervisory role.
• Clinical Expertise: Significant post-qualification experience delivering the full range of evidence-based IAPT low-intensity interventions at Step 2.
• Assessment procedures, screening, referral, record-keeping.
• IAPT-compliant Step 2 ways of working.
• Outcome measures for clinical and audit purposes.
• Ability to build strong therapeutic relationships and work in a non-discriminatory manner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in routine outcome monitoring and audits to improve practice.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office and clinical record systems (e.g., System One, IAPTUS).
• Calm, positive, and professional under pressure.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise and adapt to changing demands.
• Team player with high levels of professionalism and positivity.
• Willingness to use supervision constructively and seek continuous improvement.

If you’re passionate about empowering individuals, reducing stigma, and improving mental health outcomes, we’d love to hear from you!

IND1

Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Location: London (SE1) with hybrid working and UK-wide travel

Hours: 35 hours per week, full time

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Circa £110,000 plus benefits

Help shape the future of mental health across the UK

This is a unique opportunity to take on a senior leadership role across two influential mental health charities at a pivotal moment of growth and change.

As Chief Influencing Officer at Rethink Mental Illness and Managing Director of Mental Health UK, you will lead the strategic direction of policy, fundraising, campaigns, communications and national programmes while overseeing the delivery of Mental Health UK's ambitious new strategy.

Together, the two organisations share a vision of creating a better life for everyone affected by mental illness. In this newly combined leadership role, you'll have the opportunity to increase income, strengthen influence, shape policy and expand our impact across all four nations of the UK.

About the role

Reporting to the Chief Executive of Rethink Mental Illness, you will be a member of the Executive Leadership Team and lead a diverse portfolio spanning fundraising, policy and practice, campaigns, communications and national programmes. As Managing Director of Mental Health UK, you will also be responsible for leading the organisation's strategy and strengthening relationships across its alliance partners.

Key responsibilities include

• Leading and developing high-performing teams across influencing, fundraising, campaigns and communications.
• Driving sustainable income growth through a diversified and ambitious fundraising strategy.
• Representing both charities at the highest levels with government, funders, partners and the media.
• Influencing national mental health policy and practice across the UK.
• Delivering Mental Health UK's 2026-2031 strategy and strengthening collaboration across the four partner charities.
• Ensuring the voices and experiences of people affected by mental illness shape everything we do.

About you

We're looking for an exceptional strategic leader who combines strong influencing skills with a passion for improving the lives of people affected by mental illness.

You will bring

• Significant senior leadership experience within a complex national organisation.
• A successful track record in at least two of the following areas: fundraising, policy and public affairs, campaigns or communications.
• Experience delivering substantial income growth and high-profile influencing outcomes.
• Outstanding relationship-building skills and credibility with senior stakeholders, government and partners.
• Strong financial, strategic and organisational leadership capabilities.
• A commitment to equity, inclusion, co-production and anti-racist practice.

Experience within mental health, health or social care would be advantageous, as would previous chief executive, managing director or deputy-level experience.

Why join us?

This role offers a rare opportunity to influence mental health policy, services and public understanding at a national level while helping to shape the future of two respected charities. You'll join a values-led organisation where people with lived experience are at the heart of decision-making and where collaboration, inclusion and innovation drive meaningful change.

Working closely with our incoming Chief Executive, you'll have the support, platform and influence to make a lasting difference to millions of lives affected by mental illness.

Please send an up-to-date CV with two referees (we will not contact them without your permission) and a supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4, setting out your motivation and how you meet the person specification.

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Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Work Type: Agile - Working from home, as well as in the community

Contract Type: Part-time (28 Hours) - Permanent

Salary: £21,165.60

Make a difference when it matters most

At Rethink Mental Illness, we believe everyone deserves the chance to live a fulfilling life. Right now, we’re looking for a compassionate, resilient, and driven individual to join our team as a Senior Mental Health Recovery Officer. We provide Psychosocial Support (not formal counselling)

You’ll play a vital role in supporting people affected by suicide — whether they are experiencing suicidal thoughts, recovering from attempts, or have been bereaved by suicide.

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be part of something meaningful.

About the services

You’ll be working across two important services

• Survivor of Suicide (SOS) – providing emotional and practical support to adults experiencing suicidal thoughts, previous attempts, or bereavement, whether historical or current.
• Bereaved by Suicide Service (ICB) – supporting individuals who have recently lost a loved one to suicide, including through the inquest process

Both services are person-centred, non-judgemental, and led by the needs of the individual, offering emotional support, advocacy, and practical guidance.

What you’ll be doing

As a Senior Mental Health Recovery Officer, you’ll

• Manage your own caseload, providing tailored 1:1 support
• Support individuals to explore experiences around suicide, distress, and recovery
• Deliver both emotional and practical support, including safety planning
• Provide outreach support in community settings
• Facilitate or co-facilitate bereavement support groups
• Work collaboratively with professionals, partners, and experts by experience
• Maintain accurate case records and update systems daily
• Recognise when to refer to other services and work within safe boundaries
• Actively engage in supervision, reflective practice, and continuous learning
• Working within a supportive Team Structure

You’ll be working with people facing complex and often high-risk situations, so your ability to remain compassionate, calm, and self-aware is essential.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who

✔ Has experience supporting people affected by mental illness, suicide, bereavement, or related areas

✔ Holds a relevant qualification (e.g. counselling, social work)

✔ Can manage a complex caseload and work independently

✔ Is confident delivering both 1:1 and group-based support

✔ Has strong IT skills and can maintain accurate records

✔ Is resilient and able to work in emotionally demanding environments

✔ Communicates effectively and works well in partnership with others

✔ Is flexible and able to provide support up to 7pm when needed

✔Can communicate well within a team, and works well with external services

You’ll also bring a strong commitment to person-centred care and recovery-focused approaches.

We would also like to hear from you if you have

• Lived experience of mental illness or bereavement by suicide
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches
• Experience delivering training or awareness sessions

Why join Rethink?

• Be part of a supportive, passionate team
• Make a real difference to people’s lives every day
• Access ongoing training and development
• Receive regular supervision and support
• Work in a flexible, community-based role

Important information

• This role requires an Enhanced DBS (Adults Barred List) check
• Travel across the local area is required

Ready to apply?

If you’re passionate about supporting others through some of life’s most challenging moments, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us create hope, understanding, and change.

Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Location: North East Prisons, HMP Northumberland

Rethink Mental Illness work alongside Tees, Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) a to deliver an integrated stepped care mental health service within North east Prisons

The team compromises a range of highly skilled professionals who work collaboratively to provide the highest quality of care for those with mental health needs within the prison and for Rethink Mental Illness employees, this is carried out between 0800 – 1600 Monday to Friday.

*The applicant must have a full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle.

What I will do and achieve

Your work will make a real difference by helping people in prison take positive steps toward recovery and a better future. You’ll play a vital role in supporting mental health, reducing risk, and empowering individuals to manage their wellbeing.

In this role, you will

• Assess and manage referrals – Accept referrals via agreed protocols, determine suitability, and ensure clients receive the right level of care, including stepping up treatment when necessary.
• Support recovery and self-management – Work with individuals to identify their goals, assess risk, and empower them to manage their mental health effectively.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions – Provide low-intensity treatments such as Guided Self-Help and psycho-educational support, drawing on CBT principles.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team – Attend meetings, share insights, and ensure smooth step-up and step-down arrangements for clients.
• Maintain high standards of clinical practice – Record outcome measures, keep accurate data, and uphold confidentiality at all times.
• Contribute to service performance – Meet agreed activity targets, minimise waiting times, and support monthly performance reporting.
• Build strong partnerships – Work with statutory and non-statutory agencies to ensure continuity of care post-release.
• Communicate effectively and professionally – Engage with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders in a clear and supportive manner.
• Commit to personal development – Use supervision constructively, maintain professional registration, and stay up to date with best practice.
• Represent Rethink Mental Illness values – Act with integrity, professionalism, and flexibility, including providing contingency cover for other prison sites when required.

Key Responsibilities & Commitments

• Work within Prison Service policies and procedures, supporting programmes and contributing to risk management and public protection.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including: Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Home Office Prison Clearance, Data Protection Act 1998 and Information Governance policies. Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
• Promote Rethink Mental Illness membership, donations, and activism.
• Adhere to Professional Boundaries, Health & Safety, and Safeguarding policies; promptly report concerns to your line manager.
• Attend regular clinical and managerial supervision as agreed.
• Take responsibility for personal performance reviews, objectives, and relevant training.
• Respond to supervisory feedback and engage in personal development to improve clinical practice.
• Maintain professional registration and comply with internal standards and external regulatory requirements.
• Keep up to date with Department of Health guidelines and charity policies.
• Undertake other reasonable duties and projects as required by your line manager.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Successfully completed academic training aligned with the IAPT Low Intensity National Programme and qualified as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP), e.g., Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Therapies.
• Accredited PWP with BACP or BPS.
• Post-qualification experience delivering the full range of evidence-based IAPT low-intensity interventions at Step 2.
• Proven experience working within a stepped care service, supporting individuals with mental health problems and achieving recovery outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of assessment procedures, screening, referral processes, record-keeping, and evidence-based brief psychological interventions.
• Understanding and application of evidence-based psychological therapies relevant to this role.
• Ability to build effective therapeutic relationships and practice inclusively, respecting cultural diversity and individual beliefs.
• Commitment to an inclusive values base that promotes recovery and respects diversity.
• Experience using clinical outcome measures to inform and improve practice.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in standard IT packages (Microsoft Word, Excel) and database/information systems.
• Ability to engage positively with clinical supervision and personal development, demonstrating self-reflection and continuous improvement.

If you’re passionate about empowering individuals, reducing stigma, and improving mental health outcomes, we’d love to hear from you!

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Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

London (Fixed Base or Agile Working with a minimum of 3 days office-based)

12-Month Fixed-Term Contract | Full Time

At Rethink Mental Illness and Mental Health UK, we believe everyone severely affected by mental illness deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. Together, our two closely linked charities have been supporting people affected by mental illness for over 50 years through high-quality services, support groups, advice and campaigning for change.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Executive Assistant to join our CEO Office on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of two national mental health charities, supporting senior leadership and contributing to important organisational priorities.

About the Role

As Executive Assistant, you will provide comprehensive support to the CEO Office, helping to ensure the smooth and effective operation of a busy and high-profile team. Working collaboratively as part of a small and dedicated Leadership & Governance Team, you will coordinate a wide range of activities, supporting the CEOs and Senior Leadership Team.

Key responsibilities include

• Managing complex diaries, meetings and schedules for the CEO Office.
• Organising travel, accommodation and logistics.
• Coordinating and minuting meetings, including the Executive Team, which comprises our six Chief Officers, and Mental Health UK Board meetings.
• Supporting the preparation of briefings, speeches, presentations, conferences and events for the CEO Office.
• Managing high-level and sensitive correspondence, including email, letters and social media enquiries.
• Supporting leadership and governance-related activities.
• Leading or contributing to special projects and events, including the Charity's annual Pringle Awards.

This varied and rewarding role offers the opportunity to work for a leading mental health charity within the Leadership & Governance Directorate, providing support and gaining valuable experience within a small and dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant seeking a varied and high-profile role supporting the leadership of two national charities.

What We're Looking For

You will bring

• Proven experience working as an Executive Assistant or in a similar senior support role.
• Extensive administration experience and a strong understanding of effective office management practices.
• Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills.
• The ability to build strong working relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Desirable

• Experience working within the charity sector.
• Experience supporting boards, trustees or governance processes.
• Shorthand skills.

Why Join Us?

You'll be joining a small, friendly and highly collaborative team at the centre of two influential mental health charities. This role offers a unique opportunity to support senior leaders, work closely with governance processes and contribute to projects that help improve the lives of people severely affected by mental illness.

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Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Contract: Part Time 30 Hours - Fixed Term till June 2027

Salary: £ 20,608

DBS Check: Enhanced with Adults DBS

Make a difference through your lived experience

At Rethink Mental Illness, we believe that people who have experienced mental illness are uniquely placed to help others on their recovery journey. We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Lived Experience Recovery Worker to join our Involvement, Recovery & Wellness Service, delivered in partnership with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.

This is a rewarding opportunity to use your personal experience of recovery to inspire hope, support wellbeing, and empower people to achieve their goals.

About the role

You'll provide one-to-one and group-based peer support to people living with mental illness, helping them build confidence, develop self-management strategies, and access opportunities within their local communities. You'll work alongside healthcare professionals, community organisations, volunteers, and service users to promote recovery-focused support that recognises each person's strengths and aspirations.

Your role will include

• Providing individual peer support and key worker interventions.
• Facilitating peer-led recovery and wellbeing groups.
• Supporting people to identify and achieve personal goals.
• Encouraging access to community resources, services and opportunities.
• Promoting positive mental and physical wellbeing.
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting service monitoring activities.
• Building positive relationships with service users, colleagues and partner organisations.
• Representing the service at local community events and forums.

What we're looking for

Essential

• Personal lived experience of recovery from mental illness.
• Ability to use your experiences appropriately to support and encourage others.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• A compassionate, patient and non-judgemental approach.
• A commitment to recovery-focused and person-centred support.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Alignment with Rethink Mental Illness values and behaviours.

Desirable

• Experience supporting people with mental health needs in a paid or voluntary role.
• Understanding of recovery principles and mental health support approaches.
• Experience developing support plans or assessing individual needs.
• Relevant health, social care or mental health qualification.

Ready to apply?

If you've experienced your own recovery journey and want to use that experience to help others find hope, build resilience and move forward in their lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us and help transform lives through lived experience.

Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £26,457

DBS: Enhanced with Adults

Make a difference when people need it most

At Rethink Mental Illness, we believe that everyone severely affected by mental illness deserves expert support, understanding, and hope.

We're looking for an experienced and compassionate Overnight Team Leader to join our Black Country 24/7 Mental Health Helpline, working 12:00am – 8:00 am, 5 shifts per week. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team providing vital support to people experiencing urgent mental health concerns during the night, when support can be hardest to access. The helpline has a weekend rota in place, requiring staff to work one full weekend (Saturday & Sunday) every 4 weeks

As an Overnight Team Leader, you'll combine direct delivery of mental health support with leadership responsibilities, guiding a small team to provide safe, high-quality, recovery-focused services. You'll help ensure callers receive the right support at the right time, while developing and motivating colleagues to deliver their very best.

About the service

The Black Country 24/7 Mental Health Helpline provides free, confidential support to people across Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton who are experiencing urgent mental health difficulties or concerns. The service operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and works closely alongside NHS clinical services.

The helpline runs 365 days a year, and the post holder is required to work bank holidays. Annual Leave is not permitted over the Christmas and New Year period, at this time we operate a rota where staff are permitted to work three 4 hour shifts alongside their usual hours.

Support may include

• Listening and emotional support
• Practical guidance and coping strategies
• De-escalation during times of crisis
• Signposting and referrals to appropriate services
• Encouraging self-help and recovery-focused approaches
• Follow-up support where appropriate

Our aim is always to provide timely support and help people find the best pathway for their individual needs.

What you'll be doing

As Overnight Team Leader, you'll

• Lead, motivate and coach a small overnight team
• Support day-to-day service delivery and operational oversight
• Provide line management and development support to staff
• Monitor performance and service quality
• Assist with rota planning and workforce coordination
• Support recruitment, induction and ongoing staff development
• Build effective relationships with health professionals and partner organisations
• Deliver direct support to callers experiencing mental health difficulties
• Champion recovery-focused practice and Rethink's values in everything you do

You'll work closely with the Service Manager and Deputy Manager to ensure the service continues to provide exceptional support to local communities.

In addition to performing the Mental Health Triage Helpline Worker role, the post holder will have shift lead/management responsibility for a team of up 3 Mental Health Recovery Workers or ancillary staff within a service.

Who we're looking for

We're keen to hear from candidates who have

• Experience working within mental health, wellbeing or crisis support services
• Experience supporting, coaching or supervising staff
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills
• The ability to stay calm and supportive in challenging situations
• A commitment to recovery-focused, person-centred support
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• A passion for improving the lives of people affected by mental illness

Most importantly, you'll share our values and be committed to creating positive outcomes for the people we support.

Ready to apply?

If you're an experienced mental health professional who is ready to take the next step into leadership while continuing to make a real difference to people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Rethink Mental Illness and help provide hope and support when it's needed most.

Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Contract: Bank 0 Hours

Salary: £13.45 per hour

DBS Level: Enhanced with Adults and Children

At Rethink Mental Illness, we believe that recovery is possible for everyone. We are looking for a compassionate, resilient and person-centred Mental Health Support Worker to join our team at Field View Crisis House, helping people navigate periods of mental health crisis and move towards greater independence and wellbeing.

About the Service

Field View is a small, recovery-focused crisis house providing short-term accommodation and support for adults experiencing mental health difficulties. With 4 crisis beds and 2 step-down beds, the service offers a safe, welcoming alternative to hospital admission and supports people transitioning back into the community.

Every day, you'll play a vital role in creating a therapeutic environment where people feel heard, supported and empowered to take positive steps forward.

How You Will Make a Difference

As a Mental Health Support Worker, you'll work closely with individuals to help them build confidence, develop practical life skills and achieve their recovery goals. You'll provide both emotional and practical support during times of crisis while promoting choice, control and independence.

Key responsibilities include

· Acting as a Key Worker for allocated service users.

· Developing therapeutic relationships built on trust, respect and professional boundaries.

· Supporting people to develop independent living skills and manage daily living tasks.

· Completing assessments, support plans and risk management activities.

· Working collaboratively with mental health professionals and community partners.

· Maintaining accurate records and contributing to service quality and improvement.

· Working confidently and safely during lone-working shifts.

Who We're Looking For

Essential Criteria

To be successful, you'll be able to demonstrate

· Experience supporting people with mental ill health, or experience providing care/support within a social care environment (paid or voluntary).

· Understanding of recovery-focused practice and person-centred support.

· Experience of assessing needs, managing risk and developing support plans.

· Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

· Ability to work independently and make sound decisions when lone working.

· Commitment to equality, dignity, inclusion and safeguarding.

· Confidence using basic IT systems and maintaining accurate records.

Desirable

· QCF Diploma/NVQ Level 3 in Care, Certificate in Community Mental Healthcare, or an equivalent relevant qualification.

· Experience working within mental health, crisis, housing or supported living services.

What We Offer

Working for Rethink Mental Illness means being part of an organisation that is committed to improving the lives of people severely affected by mental illness. You'll join a supportive team, receive ongoing training and development, and have the opportunity to make a genuine difference every day.

Why Join Us?

At Field View, no two days are the same. You'll support people at some of the most challenging times in their lives, helping them find hope, stability and a path forward. If you're passionate about recovery, committed to person-centred support and ready to make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us lead the way to a better quality of life for everyone affected by mental illness.

Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Location: HMP Durham – Agile role

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm or 9am–5pm

Care Navigation services aim to provide a seamless package of support to individuals leaving secure settings and returning to the community, reconnecting individuals with health services to reduce health inequalities and in turn reduce reoffending. The Care Navigators are embedded in integrated mental health teams and community settings, providing 1:1 and group assessment and support in a variety of settings and hold highly autonomous roles.

*The applicant must have a full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle with business car insurance.

What I will do and achieve

Join our team as a Care Navigator, working with colleagues to support people with health vulnerabilities as they move from prison back into the community. Using a coaching approach, you’ll help maintain wellbeing before and after release, strengthen links with community health services, and reduce the risk of ill health and reoffending. Your work will ensure a smooth transition and help reduce health inequalities for those leaving the criminal justice system.

Provide High Quality Care Navigation

• Support individuals pre and post release from North East prisons, and where needed, those released directly from court.
• Complete screening and care mapping assessments to plan effective release and health support.
• Deliver tailored, person centred support using a range of approaches and intensities.
• Use a coaching framework to empower individuals to manage their health and release plans independently.

Improve Health Outcomes & Reduce Reoffending

• Strengthen links with statutory and non statutory services to ensure continuity of care in the community.
• Promote positive health behaviours and contribute to health promotion events.
• Help reduce health inequalities by preventing a decline in wellbeing after release.

Work Collaboratively & Professionally

• Build effective relationships with partners and agencies, attending multi disciplinary meetings as needed.
• Uphold strong professional boundaries and model proactive, solution focused practice aligned with organisational values.
• Communicate clearly in both written and verbal form, maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Deliver Accurate and Accountable Practice

• Keep detailed, timely and professional records on relevant clinical systems.
• Follow all pathways, processes and activity expectations, contributing to a high volume, fast paced service.
• Use self reflection, supervision, and training to maintain high standards and continually develop your practice.

Manage Your Workload Effectively

• Work autonomously, planning your time and caseload efficiently.
• Meet deadlines, adapt to changing demands, and multitask confidently in a dynamic environment.
• Take a flexible and pragmatic approach to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients and the service.

Champion Organisational Values

• Demonstrate enthusiasm, integrity, transparency, and commitment to high quality care.
• Represent Rethink Mental Illness positively in all aspects of your work.

Essential Skills and Experience

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) with training relevant to Care Navigation, e.g., Health and Social Care.
• Experience supporting vulnerable individuals through 1:1 and/or group interventions, helping them identify, set and achieve goals.
• Working knowledge of health, social care, debt, housing, court systems, mental health, criminal justice and substance misuse services.
• Skilled in delivering structured, time limited support and confident working within defined frameworks.
• Passionate about supporting individuals leaving the criminal justice system, providing professional, high quality, person centred care that recognises diversity and individual life experiences.
• Patient, calm and respectful, with the ability to maintain professional boundaries in challenging situations.
• Capable of assessing needs, developing risk management plans and creating, implementing and reviewing individual support plans.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively and respond positively to unforeseen challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build professional, non discriminatory relationships.
• Experience using clinical outcome measures to inform practice.
• Confident IT user, including Microsoft Word, Excel and database/information systems.
• Willing to engage in ongoing training, coaching and personal development, using supervision positively and being self reflective.
• Able to remain calm under pressure, seeking guidance from managers when required.

If you’re passionate about empowering individuals, reducing stigma, and improving mental health outcomes, we’d love to hear from you!

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Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen to work for Rethink Mental Illness as a Health and Wellbeing Coach (HWBC) within the secure forensic inpatient wards at Ridgeway, Roseberry Park Hospital.

The role will form part of a new Integrated Care Mental Health team, delivering low level therapeutic interventions. The postholder will support people with mental illnesses in the self-management of their recovery, building a professional relationship of trust in a non-judgmental manner with every client, as a basis for developing and enabling therapeutic relationships.

This role involves providing support based on mental health coaching, motivational interviewing, change management, psychoeducation (including around wider health and substance issues), grounding and emotional regulation. This ranges from providing informal information, 1 to 1 support, enablement of engagement with other professionals, facilitating group activities and forums and ad hoc support for those experiencing emotional distress.

They will work alongside the other staff in the mental health team to deliver high quality, mental health support during an individual’s time in Ridgeway at Roseberry Park Hospital and in onward planning for their discharge into the community.

Rethink Mental Illness will work alongside Tees, Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) to pilot a new Integrated Care Mental Health team with the postholder being co-located onsite at Ridgeway, Roseberry Park hospital, working directly onto the wards Monday to Friday 8.30am-4.30pm.

The Postholder will be offered a full induction to the TEWV setting and to the Rethink organisation, which will include HWBC training packages and will have ongoing, regular supervision delivered by a Senior HWBC. Rethink staff will have access to the free onsite parking and free onsite gym/ staff fitness sessions.

If this is something you think you would be interested in, please apply now!

About the role

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Contract: Part Time 21 Hours, Fixed Term

Salary: £14,726.95

DBS Check: Enhanced with Adults Required

At Rethink Mental Illness, we know that meaningful connections can transform lives.

We're looking for a compassionate and organised Befriending & Volunteer Coordinator to help tackle loneliness, reduce isolation, and support people living with mental health challenges across East Hertfordshire. In this rewarding role, you'll recruit, train and support volunteers who provide vital one-to-one befriending relationships, whilst helping people reconnect with their communities and build confidence in their daily lives.

If you're passionate about mental health, love bringing people together, and thrive on seeing others grow, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Service

Our Rethink Companions Befriending Service supports adults experiencing mental health challenges across East Hertfordshire (excluding Bishop's Stortford). The service combines volunteer-led befriending, community coffee groups, wellbeing activities, and community connections to help people improve their wellbeing and reduce social isolation.

Working alongside a dedicated team, you'll play a key role in ensuring both volunteers and the people we support have positive, meaningful experiences.

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are the same, but you'll spend your time

• Recruiting, onboarding and supporting volunteers throughout their journey.
• Matching volunteers with individuals who would benefit from befriending support.
• Delivering inductions, training sessions and regular volunteer supervision.
• Facilitating volunteer meetings, coffee groups and wellbeing activities.
• Building strong partnerships with local voluntary organisations and community networks.
• Supporting people to access local services, activities and social opportunities.
• Maintaining accurate records, reports and service data.
• Promoting safe, person-centred and recovery-focused support.
• Helping us continuously improve and develop the service.

About You

We're looking for someone who combines excellent people skills with strong organisation and coordination abilities.

You'll bring

• Experience supporting people with mental health needs.
• Experience recruiting, coordinating or supporting volunteers.
• Confidence facilitating groups, training sessions or workshops.
• The ability to build meaningful relationships with volunteers, community partners and people accessing services.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, solution-focused approach and strong organisational abilities.
• An understanding of risk management, safeguarding and person-centred support.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and database systems.
• Flexibility to travel across the service area, with access to your own vehicle.

Together, we're working to create a better quality of life for everyone severely affected by mental illness.

Ready to Apply?

If you're motivated by helping people feel connected, valued and supported, and you're excited by the opportunity to lead a volunteer-led service that changes lives, we'd love to receive your application.

Join us and help make sure nobody faces mental illness alone.

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Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Location: Coventry

Role: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Hawkesbury Lodge represents an important investment in supporting people across Coventry and Warwickshire on their recovery journey. Developed in partnership with Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust, the service combines a 14-bed residential rehabilitation service with an integrated Care Hub, providing a welcoming and recovery-focused environment. Together, these services offer personalised support to people living with severe and enduring mental illness, helping them build confidence, develop greater independence, enhance their wellbeing, and take positive steps towards living successfully within their local communities.

How you will make a difference as a Head of Service.

As a Head of Service I empower people affected by mental illness to rebuild confidence, strengthen independence, and reconnect with their communities. Through focused, recovery based support, I help individuals set meaningful goals, overcome barriers, and access the resources they need to move forward and create lasting positive change.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Hawkesbury Lodge, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, recovery-focused residential rehabilitation and Care Hub services.
• Lead the mobilisation, development and continuous improvement of the service, embedding a culture of compassion, co-production, innovation and learning.
• Contribute to the strategic leadership of the Central Regional Services team, supporting organisational priorities and service development.
• Develop strong partnerships with commissioners, NHS colleagues, Local Authorities and community organisations to support integrated pathways and improved outcomes.

Registered Manager, Quality and Governance

• Act as the CQC Registered Manager, ensuring the service consistently meets all statutory, regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Maintain effective governance arrangements, ensuring compliance with CQC Fundamental Standards, safeguarding responsibilities, medicines management, health and safety, information governance, Duty of Candour and organisational policies.
• Ensure robust systems are in place to monitor quality, manage risk, investigate incidents and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead service readiness for CQC inspections and ensure improvement actions are implemented and sustained.

Service Delivery and Operational Management

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the residential rehabilitation service and integrated Care Hub, ensuring safe, effective and person-centred support.
• Oversee referral, assessment, admission and discharge processes, ensuring timely access and effective rehabilitation pathways.
• Monitor service performance, occupancy, rehabilitation outcomes and contractual KPIs, taking action where improvements are required.
• Ensure resources are deployed effectively to deliver high-quality services and positive outcomes.

Partnership and System Leadership

• Develop and maintain effective partnership working with Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), particularly the Community Enablement and Recovery Team (CERT).
• Promote integrated multidisciplinary working and collaborative decision-making across health, social care and voluntary sector partners.
• Represent Rethink Mental Illness within local partnership forums, operational groups and stakeholder meetings.
• Support the development of innovative approaches that improve system flow, reduce inequalities and enhance recovery outcomes.

People Leadership

• Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing, values-led workforce that delivers compassionate and person-centred care.
• Ensure effective recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal and professional development for all colleagues.
• Foster an inclusive culture that promotes wellbeing, psychological safety, equality, diversity and continuous learning.
• Manage workforce performance and employee relations in accordance with organisational policies.

Financial and Performance Management

• Manage delegated budgets and resources responsibly, ensuring financial sustainability and value for money.
• Monitor operational and financial performance, using data and insight to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure contractual obligations, reporting requirements and organisational performance standards are consistently achieved.

Essential skills and experience

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (Adults), or an equivalent qualification that meets the requirements for CQC Registered Manager registration.
• Professional qualification in health, social care or a related discipline, or equivalent senior leadership experience within regulated health or social care services.
• Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development.
• Significant senior leadership experience within regulated mental health, health or social care services.
• Previous experience as a CQC Registered Manager, or substantial experience as a Deputy Manager or Service Manager within a CQC-regulated service with demonstrable readiness and capability to undertake the Registered Manager role.
• Experience of leading residential mental health, rehabilitation or recovery-focused services supporting adults with severe and enduring mental illness and complex needs.
• Experience of leading multidisciplinary teams and developing effective partnerships with NHS organisations, Local Authorities, commissioners and other stakeholders.
• Experience of leading quality assurance, clinical governance, safeguarding and risk management frameworks to ensure safe, high-quality service delivery.
• Experience of preparing for and supporting services through CQC inspections and implementing quality improvement plans.
• Experience of managing operational budgets, contractual performance and service resources effectively.
• Experience of leading workforce planning, recruitment, supervision, appraisal, performance management and employee relations.
• Experience of leading service improvement, transformation or mobilisation within a complex operational environment.
• Experience of managing complex incidents, safeguarding concerns and organisational risk.
• Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014.
• CQC Single Assessment Framework and Fundamental Standards.
• Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.
• Recovery-oriented and trauma-informed practice.
• Safeguarding Adults legislation.
• Clinical governance, quality assurance and risk management.
• Integrated health and social care systems.
• Inspirational and compassionate leadership.
• Strategic thinking with strong operational delivery.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Strong financial and analytical capability.
• Ability to build effective partnerships and collaborative relationships.
• Highly organised with excellent planning and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to recovery, co-production and person-centred practice.
• Values-led leader with resilience, integrity and accountability.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Eligible to become the Registered Manager for the service.
• Ability to travel across the region as required.
• Participation in the organisational on-call rota.

Desirable skills and experience

• Level 7 qualification in Leadership, Health and Social Care, Healthcare Management, Business Management or a related discipline.
• Registered healthcare professional, preferably a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with current NMC registration.
• Postgraduate leadership or management qualification.
• Experience of mobilising, opening or registering a new CQC-regulated service.
• Experience of leading an integrated mental health service in partnership with NHS organisations.
• Experience of delivering residential mental health rehabilitation or step-down services with demonstrable rehabilitation and move-on outcomes.
• Experience of achieving a Good or Outstanding CQC rating as the Registered Manager.
• Experience of contributing to regional operational leadership, service development or organisational strategy.

If you’re passionate about empowering individuals, reducing stigma, and improving mental health outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

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Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Contract: Permanent, Part Time, 28 hours

Salary: £21,165.60

DBS Check: Enhanced with Adults

At Rethink Mental Illness, we believe everyone deserves hope, understanding, and the opportunity to live a meaningful life. We're looking for a compassionate and experienced Senior Practitioner to join our Somerset Crisis House service in Yeovil and help people navigate some of the most challenging moments of their lives.

Somerset Crisis House is a 24/7 service providing short-term residential support for people experiencing a mental health crisis, with guests typically staying for up to 14 days. Working alongside NHS partners and community services, we deliver recovery-focused, trauma-informed support that helps people move forward safely and confidently.

About the role

As a Senior Practitioner, you'll use your professional expertise to support individuals in crisis, providing therapeutic interventions, clinical guidance, and recovery-focused care. You'll work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to assessments, crisis management, discharge planning, and service development.

You'll also play an important role in supporting colleagues by sharing knowledge, helping to develop skills across the team, and promoting psychologically informed practice.

What you'll be doing

• Completing clinical assessments and supporting admission decisions.
• Delivering therapeutic interventions and recovery-focused support.
• Supporting service users to develop coping strategies and personalised recovery plans.
• Providing specialist advice on crisis management, trauma-informed practice, and mental health recovery.
• Supporting the delivery of group work and structured therapeutic activities.
• Working closely with Home Treatment Teams, Urgent Care Hubs, Community Mental Health Teams, GPs, and other partners.
• Contributing to risk assessments, safeguarding processes, and incident management.
• Supporting staff development through mentoring, reflective practice, and training.

What we're looking for

You'll be a qualified Mental Health Professional and passionate about supporting people experiencing mental health challenges.

Essential requirements include

• Professional qualification as a Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Psychologist, or equivalent.
• Registration with the relevant professional body.
• At least 12 months' post-registration experience.
• Experience working with people with complex mental health needs.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, DoLS, and safeguarding frameworks.
• Strong assessment, risk management, and clinical reasoning skills.
• Excellent communication and report-writing abilities.
• A commitment to person-centred, recovery-focused support. Ready to apply?

If you're an experienced mental health professional who is committed to helping people through crisis and supporting recovery, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us and help make sure nobody faces mental illness alone.

Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Salary: £24,544.91

Location: Field-based across High Peak & Derbyshire

DBS Requirement: Enhanced Disclosure with Adults & Children Barred List

Candidate will need to be a Car Driver with Business Insurance

At Rethink Mental Illness, we know that recovery doesn't happen in isolation. Human connection, shared experience, and supportive communities can make a world of difference. That's why we're looking for a passionate and community-focused Group Development Worker to help grow and strengthen peer support opportunities across Derbyshire.

This is more than a community development role. It's an opportunity to empower people with lived experience of mental ill health to connect, support one another, develop confidence, and become active members of their local communities.

If you're someone who loves bringing people together, building partnerships, and helping communities thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

You'll work closely with the Derbyshire Recovery & Peer Support Service, local partners, volunteers, and community groups to develop a strong and sustainable network of peer support across Derbyshire.

In this role, you will

• Identify and strengthen local peer support opportunities across Derbyshire.
• Help people access community activities and develop their own peer support groups.
• Support groups to find suitable venues and get established.
• Build positive relationships with community organisations, charities, and local services.
• Encourage and support volunteers and peer facilitators to play an active role.
• Promote co-production, ensuring people with lived experience help shape services and activities.
• Gather feedback, measure impact, and contribute to service improvement.
• Support groups to become independent and sustainable over time.
• Travel across Derbyshire to engage with communities and partners.

You'll have the freedom to work creatively and collaboratively, identifying gaps in local provision and helping people find the support that's right for them.

What we're looking for

We're interested in people who are passionate about community development and supporting others to flourish.

You'll bring

• Experience working with people who may have complex or multiple needs
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to motivate, engage and support volunteers
• Confidence working independently across a variety of community settings
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Experience of partnership working with external organisations
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• An understanding of risk, safeguarding and inclusion
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.

It would be great if you also have experience of developing or facilitating peer support groups, although this isn't essential.

You'll join a team that

• Works collaboratively and celebrates success together.
• Values diversity, inclusion and lived experience.
• Encourages innovation and continuous improvement.
• Makes a genuine difference in local communities every day.

Who we're looking for

You'll be someone who

• Believes in the power of peer support.
• Builds trusted relationships quickly.
• Is resilient, empathetic and encouraging.
• Sees opportunities where others see barriers.
• Wants to help people reconnect with their communities and achieve their goals.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today and help us create a better future for people affected by mental illness across Derbyshire.

IND1

Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Location: Full Sutton, York (HMP Millsike)

Role: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week

Rethink Mental Illness works in partnership with Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust to deliver Step 1 and 2 talking therapies within integrated prison mental health teams. At HMP Millsike—a Category C resettlement prison for adult males located in East Yorkshire—the service provides high quality, face to face interventions that focus on rehabilitation, skill building and lowering reoffending prior to an inmate’s release. The role is mainly Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:00, with some flexibility and occasional reimbursed travel.

What I will do and achieve

I deliver brief 1:1 and group counselling for depression related to recent life events, following Step 2 IAPT guidance. Working within the integrated mental health team, I support wellbeing initiatives and collaborate with Rethink colleagues across clinical and care navigation services, with supervision provided in line with BACP standards.

Clinical Assessment & Intervention

• Manage referrals in line with service protocols, assessing suitability and stepping clients up or down as appropriate.
• Conduct person centred assessments, including risk assessment, goal setting, and identifying areas for change.
• Deliver Step 2 counselling interventions, developing, implementing, and evaluating therapy plans.
• Use recognised outcome measures (PHQ 9, GAD 7) to monitor progress throughout treatment.

Collaboration & Continuity of Care

• Work closely within the multidisciplinary team to support a stepped care approach.
• Attend MDT meetings and maintain strong links with statutory and non statutory agencies to support continuity of care on release.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and external professionals in both written and verbal form.

Record Keeping & Data Quality

• Maintain accurate, high quality clinical records and enter data onto agreed systems.
• Contribute to monthly performance reporting to support service monitoring and improvement.

Professional Standards & Development

• Protect client confidentiality and uphold Rethink Mental Illness values at all times.
• Engage openly in supervision and adopt a flexible, pragmatic approach to ensure excellent service delivery.
• Work to agreed activity levels to maintain accessibility and minimise waiting times.

Essential Experience and Skills

• Diploma in therapeutic counselling (or equivalent) enabling BACP or similar professional accreditation.
• Post qualification counselling experience within an IAPT or stepped care service, delivering evidence based brief interventions.
• Strong knowledge of assessment, screening, referral pathways, risk assessment, record keeping and outcome based practice (e.g., PHQ 9, GAD 7).
• Ability to build effective therapeutic relationships and work in an inclusive, culturally sensitive, non discriminatory manner.
• Clear understanding of IAPT counselling models and their application in clinical practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence using IT systems, Microsoft Office, and clinical databases.
• Ability to prioritise workload, manage challenging situations calmly, and adapt positively to changing demands.
• Commitment to personal and professional development, using supervision constructively and maintaining reflective practice.

If you’re passionate about empowering individuals, reducing stigma, and improving mental health outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

IND1

Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Location: HMP Durham

Rethink Mental Illness work alongside Tees, Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) a to deliver an integrated stepped care mental health service within North east Prisons

The team compromises a range of highly skilled professionals who work collaboratively to provide the highest quality of care for those with mental health needs within the prison and for Rethink Mental Illness employees, this is carried out between 0800 – 1600 Monday to Friday.

*The applicant must have a full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle or ability to travel daily to HMP Durham.

What I will do and achieve

Your work will make a real difference by helping people in prison take positive steps toward recovery and a better future. You’ll play a vital role in supporting mental health, reducing risk, and empowering individuals to manage their wellbeing.

In this role, you will

• Assess and manage referrals – Accept referrals via agreed protocols, determine suitability, and ensure clients receive the right level of care, including stepping up treatment when necessary.
• Support recovery and self-management – Work with individuals to identify their goals, assess risk, and empower them to manage their mental health effectively.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions – Provide low-intensity treatments such as Guided Self-Help and psycho-educational support, drawing on CBT principles.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team – Attend meetings, share insights, and ensure smooth step-up and step-down arrangements for clients.
• Maintain high standards of clinical practice – Record outcome measures, keep accurate data, and uphold confidentiality at all times.
• Contribute to service performance – Meet agreed activity targets, minimise waiting times, and support monthly performance reporting.
• Build strong partnerships – Work with statutory and non-statutory agencies to ensure continuity of care post-release.
• Communicate effectively and professionally – Engage with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders in a clear and supportive manner.
• Commit to personal development – Use supervision constructively, maintain professional registration, and stay up to date with best practice.
• Represent Rethink Mental Illness values – Act with integrity, professionalism, and flexibility, including providing contingency cover for other prison sites when required.

Key Responsibilities & Commitments

• Work within Prison Service policies and procedures, supporting programmes and contributing to risk management and public protection.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including: Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Home Office Prison Clearance, Data Protection Act 1998 and Information Governance policies. Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
• Promote Rethink Mental Illness membership, donations, and activism.
• Adhere to Professional Boundaries, Health & Safety, and Safeguarding policies; promptly report concerns to your line manager.
• Attend regular clinical and managerial supervision as agreed.
• Take responsibility for personal performance reviews, objectives, and relevant training.
• Respond to supervisory feedback and engage in personal development to improve clinical practice.
• Maintain professional registration and comply with internal standards and external regulatory requirements.
• Keep up to date with Department of Health guidelines and charity policies.
• Undertake other reasonable duties and projects as required by your line manager.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Successfully completed academic training aligned with the IAPT Low Intensity National Programme and qualified as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP), e.g., Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Therapies.
• Accredited PWP with BACP or BPS.
• Post-qualification experience delivering the full range of evidence-based IAPT low-intensity interventions at Step 2.
• Proven experience working within a stepped care service, supporting individuals with mental health problems and achieving recovery outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of assessment procedures, screening, referral processes, record-keeping, and evidence-based brief psychological interventions.
• Understanding and application of evidence-based psychological therapies relevant to this role.
• Ability to build effective therapeutic relationships and practice inclusively, respecting cultural diversity and individual beliefs.
• Commitment to an inclusive values base that promotes recovery and respects diversity.
• Experience using clinical outcome measures to inform and improve practice.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in standard IT packages (Microsoft Word, Excel) and database/information systems.
• Ability to engage positively with clinical supervision and personal development, demonstrating self-reflection and continuous improvement.

If you’re passionate about empowering individuals, reducing stigma, and improving mental health outcomes, we’d love to hear from you!

IND1

Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.

About the role

Location: North East Prisons, HMP Holme House

Rethink Mental Illness work alongside Tees, Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) a to deliver an integrated stepped care mental health service within North east Prisons

The team compromises a range of highly skilled professionals who work collaboratively to provide the highest quality of care for those with mental health needs within the prison and for Rethink Mental Illness employees, this is carried out between 0800 – 1600 Monday to Friday.

*The applicant must have a full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle.

What I will do and achieve

Your work will make a real difference by helping people in prison take positive steps toward recovery and a better future. You’ll play a vital role in supporting mental health, reducing risk, and empowering individuals to manage their wellbeing.

In this role, you will

• Assess and manage referrals – Accept referrals via agreed protocols, determine suitability, and ensure clients receive the right level of care, including stepping up treatment when necessary.
• Support recovery and self-management – Work with individuals to identify their goals, assess risk, and empower them to manage their mental health effectively.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions – Provide low-intensity treatments such as Guided Self-Help and psycho-educational support, drawing on CBT principles.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team – Attend meetings, share insights, and ensure smooth step-up and step-down arrangements for clients.
• Maintain high standards of clinical practice – Record outcome measures, keep accurate data, and uphold confidentiality at all times.
• Contribute to service performance – Meet agreed activity targets, minimise waiting times, and support monthly performance reporting.
• Build strong partnerships – Work with statutory and non-statutory agencies to ensure continuity of care post-release.
• Communicate effectively and professionally – Engage with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders in a clear and supportive manner.
• Commit to personal development – Use supervision constructively, maintain professional registration, and stay up to date with best practice.
• Represent Rethink Mental Illness values – Act with integrity, professionalism, and flexibility, including providing contingency cover for other prison sites when required.

Key Responsibilities & Commitments

• Work within Prison Service policies and procedures, supporting programmes and contributing to risk management and public protection.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including: Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Home Office Prison Clearance, Data Protection Act 1998 and Information Governance policies. Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
• Promote Rethink Mental Illness membership, donations, and activism.
• Adhere to Professional Boundaries, Health & Safety, and Safeguarding policies; promptly report concerns to your line manager.
• Attend regular clinical and managerial supervision as agreed.
• Take responsibility for personal performance reviews, objectives, and relevant training.
• Respond to supervisory feedback and engage in personal development to improve clinical practice.
• Maintain professional registration and comply with internal standards and external regulatory requirements.
• Keep up to date with Department of Health guidelines and charity policies.
• Undertake other reasonable duties and projects as required by your line manager.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Successfully completed academic training aligned with the IAPT Low Intensity National Programme and qualified as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP), e.g., Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Therapies.
• Accredited PWP with BACP or BPS.
• Post-qualification experience delivering the full range of evidence-based IAPT low-intensity interventions at Step 2.
• Proven experience working within a stepped care service, supporting individuals with mental health problems and achieving recovery outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of assessment procedures, screening, referral processes, record-keeping, and evidence-based brief psychological interventions.
• Understanding and application of evidence-based psychological therapies relevant to this role.
• Ability to build effective therapeutic relationships and practice inclusively, respecting cultural diversity and individual beliefs.
• Commitment to an inclusive values base that promotes recovery and respects diversity.
• Experience using clinical outcome measures to inform and improve practice.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in standard IT packages (Microsoft Word, Excel) and database/information systems.
• Ability to engage positively with clinical supervision and personal development, demonstrating self-reflection and continuous improvement.

If you’re passionate about empowering individuals, reducing stigma, and improving mental health outcomes, we’d love to hear from you!

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Why join Rethink Mental Illness?

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves. You'll benefit from:

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view https://www.rethink.org/media/hdtjjy5b/revised-edi-plan-rethink.pdf

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and want everyone to have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and experience. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or when in your role, please let us know and we will work with you to understand what support you need.