🌟 Join Our Team as a Part-time Assessment Practitioner

Location: Eccles, Manchester (with travel across sites)
Position Type: Part-time

💙 Make a Real Difference Every Day

At Northern Healthcare, we deliver life-changing mental health recovery services across the UK. With a focus on Supported Living and community outreach, we empower adults with complex mental health needs, learning disabilities, or autism to reclaim independence and thrive.

We currently support over 150 individuals across the Northwest, Cumbria, Yorkshire, and the Midlands — and we’re growing. Now, we’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assessment Practitioner to join our exceptional team.

🧠 What You’ll Do

As an Assessment Practitioner, you’ll take the lead in clinically assessing individuals to determine the right level of care and support within our services. Your clinical insight, compassion, and strategic thinking will directly shape recovery journeys and transitions for potential new residents.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead clinical assessments for individuals with complex needs

Collaborate with commercial and operational teams in the referral process

Develop person-centred transition, admission, and discharge plans

Offer specialist clinical advice and risk assessments

Provide on-site support for new residents and contribute to care planning

Ensure all practices are evidence-based and aligned with professional guidelines

🎓 What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a passionate and experienced clinician who’s ready to hit the ground running.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

Registered professional (RMN, OT, or Social Worker) with valid registration

3+ years’ post-qualification experience in mental health or LD services

Skilled in clinical assessment, MDT collaboration, and risk formulation

Familiar with relevant legislation (Mental Health Act, Safeguarding, etc.)

Full UK driving license and flexibility to travel

Personal Attributes:

Compassionate, open-minded, and recovery-focused

A confident communicator with strong time management skillsCommitted to high-quality care and safeguarding best practice

🎁 What We Offer

We believe in looking after our team just as much as we look after our residents. Here's what you can expect:

💰 Competitive salary (based on experience)

🕓 Flexible Mon–Fri working hours

🧠 Ongoing training & professional development pathways

🌿 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

🏆 Recognition awards & refer-a-friend bonuses

🧘 Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support)

🚗 Free on-site parking & fully funded Enhanced DBS check

👥 A passionate, values-driven team

📝 Ready to Apply?

If you’re a clinically driven, person-centred professional who’s excited to support recovery journeys and shape better futures — we want to hear from you!

At Northern Healthcare, we're dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with mental health diagnoses, learning disabilities, or autism through our supported living services. Our compassionate team works tirelessly to deliver support in high-quality services across the North West, Cumbria, Yorkshire, and the Midlands.

We support each individual's unique needs, ensuring they receive the care, guidance, and encouragement they deserve. With a strong emphasis on dignity, respect, and empowerment, we create an environment where each individual feels valued and inspired to achieve their goals.

Our commitment to providing exceptional care and support is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling life, and we're here to make that a reality for the people we support and each other.

P/T Assessment Practitioner