Job overview

Children and young people (CYP) up to 18 years of age living with mental health difficulties often present to or accommodated within both paediatric and adult areas of the Trust, including the Emergency Department (ED) and the paediatric ward, whilst receiving medical care and/or awaiting a mental health assessment.

The Trust has seen an increase in the number of children and young people presenting and admitted to paediatric and adult wards, as well as those detained under the Mental Health Act (MHA).

The post holder will provide assessments to children up to 18years and will liaison with external specialist mental health services (including the local Eating Disorder Service, Locality CAMHS Services and the Crisis team). They will also be expected to attend MDT meetings and have regular check in with admitted patients.

This post will play a key role in leading and supporting staff with the management of patients experiencing mental health difficulties and providing expert clinical knowledge in the management of mental health issues for children and young people and their families. This post is crucial in raising awareness and promoting a wider understanding of Mental Health for CYP, requiring an evidence-based approach to education.

Main duties of the job

For further information, please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Working for our organisation

We are a leading local employer with a diverse workforce of approximately 6,000 staff, dedicated to providing healthcare services to a growing population of around 780,000 individuals.

Our Trust provides both emergency and planned healthcare across East Surrey, North-East West Sussex, and South Croydon – covering towns like Crawley, Horsham, Reigate, and Redhill. Our main hospital, East Surrey in Redhill, offers a full range of acute and specialist services and is also the closest trauma unit to Gatwick Airport. We also provide outpatient, diagnostic, and planned care services at sites including The Earlswood Centre, Caterham Dene Hospital, Oxted Health Centre, Crawley Hospital, and Horsham Hospital.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we work hard to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. At our Trust, we strive to be the best place to work and receive care. We are dedicated to supporting you in your current role while helping you grow and develop your career. As part of our team, you will have access to excellent training opportunities, flexible working, dedicated support networks, and a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing to ensure a thriving and positive work environment.