CAMHS Support Worker
The closing date is 16 March 2026
This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly. We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:
1. Cornwall Foundation Trust
2. Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
3. Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board
If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.
The role includes delivering care to young people both individually and in groups, in various locations including a young person's home and via digital media. The post holder will be expected to work within this complex and variable setting, without direct supervision, but reporting to and in collaboration with senior colleagues, to deliver a high standard of evidence-based care and treatment to maximise each young person's individual potential.
Main duties of the job
4. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team to support children, young people and families with their mental health and emotional wellbeing.
5. Liaising with a number of different services including social care, education and the voluntary sector.
6. Promoting engagement and participation of children, young people and their families.
About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 5,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 10 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.
Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience
7. NVQ 3 or equivalent experience in a range of subjects relevant to the post
8. Experience of forming positive therapeutic relationships with service users and carers whilst maintaining appropriate boundaries.
9. Ability to work alongside other agencies for the benefit of children, young people and their families.
10. Anxiety management
11. A basic understanding of current National Guidelines and Mental Health Act/ Mental Health Capacity Act requirements.
Knowledge and abilities
12. Ability to engage young people to participate in developing the service.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer name
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
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