About South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust
South West London And St George's Mental Health NHS Trust
Welcome to South West London And St George's Mental Health NHS Trust, the foremost provider of mental health services in southwest London and a beacon of excellence in national mental health care. Serving a population of 1.1 million people across the London boroughs of Kingston, Merton, Richmond, Sutton, and Wandsworth, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and exemplary care to approximately 20,000 individuals from southwest London and beyond at any given moment. With over 2,000 dedicated staff members, we are committed to promoting mental health, improving awareness, supporting individuals and their families, and delivering care and treatment to the highest standards.
As a modern and forward-thinking mental health trust, our roots trace back over 160 years, demonstrating a rich history of service to the people of South West London. Since gaining Trust status in 1994, we have expanded our services to nearly 100 locations across the UK. Our headquarters, nestled in the lush grounds of Springfield University Hospital in Tooting, boast landscaped gardens and historic buildings, making it an ideal setting for healing and recovery.
Working collaboratively with primary care, local authorities, and the non-statutory sector, we aim to challenge stigma, promote mental health, and provide care that meets the diverse needs of our communities. Our commitment to education, training, and research is reflected in our partnerships with esteemed institutions such as St George's University of London, Kingston University, London South Bank University, King's College London, University of Surrey, Tavistock Institute of Medical Psychology, and Brunel University.
Our mission is succinct: Making life better together. With a focus on becoming a cost-effective center of excellence, a preferred choice for patients, a desirable training and working environment for clinicians, and a valued partner for stakeholders, we aspire to empower patients to reclaim control over their lives. By placing patients at the core and emphasizing excellence, we strive to be the premier choice for mental health services, embodying values that define us – Respectful, Open, Compassionate, Collaborative, and Consistent. Join us on our journey to make a positive impact on the mental health and well-being of our diverse communities.