Job summary
Employer heading
Nurse Manager
Band 7
Our Vision is to provide the best mental health, learning disability, autism and community based services for the populations we serve.
As an integrated mental health, learning disability and community Trust, Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including:
• Primary and secondary mental health care for children and adults including specialist inpatient child and adolescent mental health provision, perinatal mental health, forensic services including low and medium secure care.
• Specialist community support for children and adults with learning disabilities and autism, including intensive support.
• Community physical health and well-being services for children and adults.
The Trust was first established in 2002 and employs approximately 7,000 staff who provide care from more than 400 sites. The organisation offers opportunities for medics, mental health and general nurses, allied health professionals, psychology, administration and clerical staff, apprentices and volunteers.
Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust supports flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, home/remote working, and flexi-time.
For more information visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.
Job overview
Join us at Preston Community Mental Health Team!
Thank you for considering a career with us in Central and West locality as a community mental health team manager in one of our teams. We're excited about the prospect of having you join our team and contribute to our mission of providing inclusive, compassionate care to our community.
We are currently seeking a dedicated practitioner to join our team as a team manager. . This role presents an exciting opportunity to positively lead a dedicated team delivering mental health services in the community.
As a valued team manager member of our team, you will have the autonomy to demonstrate your leadership, compassion and organisational skills. You will support staff to provide person centred care while managing operations effectively.
Join us and become part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and where you'll thrive in a flexible and inclusive work environment. We eagerly await the opportunity to welcome you in one of our teams!
Main duties of the job
Why Choose Us?
• Inclusive Recruitment: We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process that values diversity and promotes equality. Join us in fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.
• Flexible Working: Achieving a healthy work-life balance is essential. We offer flexible working arrangements to support you in managing your professional responsibilities alongside personal commitments and growth opportunities.
• Career Development: Your professional growth matters to us. We offer comprehensive training, robust clinical supervision, and opportunities for career advancement within our supportive team environment. Our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program offers ample opportunities for your continuous growth and advancement.
• Support and Training: Your ongoing development is paramount to us. We provide tailored training, ongoing support, and regular clinical supervision to enhance your skills and ensure you feel confident and empowered in your role.
Working for our organisation
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.
The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.
Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information about the role, please see the attached recruitment pack which includes a detailed job description and person specification, or visit our website via Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS FT.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Degree Level or equivalent experience and relevant core professional qualification (NMC, Social Work England or HCPC registered)
- Master’s Degree in relevant subject or equivalent knowledge and experience
- Practice Education, Mentor/Teaching (ENB 998) or equivalent / demonstration of teaching / supervision experience
Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of extensive professional clinical Knowledge, skill and experience
- Evidence of management development through continuous professional development and/or formal management courses
- Experience of partnership working across a range of agencies and professional boundaries
Skills
Essential criteria
- Highly developed clinical professional skills relevant to area of work
- Proven ability to affect service change
- Effective leadership, organisational and people management skills
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of current key NHS developments and policies and implications for service delivery
- Knowledge of local health and social care structures
- Good understanding of workforce development issues
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Ruvimbo Matorera
- Job title
- Interim Service Manager
- Email address
- Ruvimbo.matorera@lscft.nhs.uk
- Telephone number
- 07897572819
- Additional information
If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and are interested in joining our team, we encourage you to get in touch. Reach out to our recruitment lead, Ruvimbo Matorera on 07897572819 or Ruvimbo.matorera@lscft.nhs.uk or to learn more about the role and to arrange informal visits to the team and to support with the application process.
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