Job overview

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Band 6 Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) Practitioner to join our dynamic multidisciplinary EIP team in Ealing.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with young people (aged 14 plus) and adults experiencing a first episode of psychosis, providing timely, evidence‑based, and recovery‑focused interventions.

You will play a key role in delivering high‑quality assessment, care coordination, and therapeutic support, working collaboratively with service users, families, and partner agencies to promote hope, resilience, and long‑term recovery.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about early intervention, youth mental health, and recovery‑focused practice. You will bring enthusiasm, creativity, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality care.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments for individuals experiencing first‑episode psychosis
• Act as a care coordinator for a defined caseload, delivering person‑centred, trauma‑informed care
• Develop and implement collaborative care plans, crisis plans, and risk management plans
• Deliver evidence‑based interventions, including CBT‑informed approaches, psychoeducation, and relapse prevention
• Work closely with families and carers, offering support and family‑focused interventions
• Participate in MDT meetings, contributing to clinical decision‑making and service development
• Liaise with internal and external partners including primary care, crisis services, acute wards, education providers, and voluntary sector organisations
• Support physical health monitoring and promote healthy lifestyle interventions
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in line with Trust policies
• Participate in audit, quality improvement, and service evaluation activities

Working for our organisation

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and   Hammersmith & Fulham).  We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.

The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.

The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.