Job summary The post holder will be responsible and accountable for delivering and influencing the delivery of a defined service. In doing so, they will support the senior management team to deliver strategic targets and be responsible for the operational management of the service. They will work to professional and regulatory body codes, standards and guidance always ensuring that their practice is grounded in evidence based theoretical and practical knowledge. They will be responsible for developing new and innovative practices responding to emerging knowledge and techniques. Responsible for the development and delivery of high standard clinical services by providing strong, effective leadership and management. They will work in partnership with senior nurses and AHP colleagues supporting clinical practice and clinical governance The post holder will also demonstrate advanced management skills and provide support and advice to service users, parents/carers, staff, managers and other agencies. Main duties of the job We recruit people based on their values and qualifications (where required) and believe that their lived experience is an advantage, this means that together we are as diverse as the communities we care for. Simply put, when we employ caring people who act with integrity and have the right skills, we can give those with mental health challenges, learning disabilities and neurodiversity high-quality care and support to live fulfilling lives, and make our staff feel purposeful, happy and valued. About us The Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LYPFT) is the main provider of Mental Health and Learning Disability services in Leeds. We also provide specialist inpatient services in York and some highly specialised services across the country. As a teaching trust with strong links to local universities, we are a centre of excellence for teaching, research and development. There are many benefits of working for LYPFT including fantastic employee wellbeing support, 27 - 33 days annual leave, flexible working and remote working arrangements, the NHS Pension Scheme, coaching, support and opportunities for career development and training and education support alongside a range of exclusive discounts and payment schemes including for cars, extra leave days and more NHS Discount Offers. We also have an incredible bank department, offering variety of roles in nursing, allied health professions, healthcare support worker and administration clerical. Permanent employees are automatically added to bank. Applicants should be aware that any individual requiring a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only (this does not include Healthcare Support Workers). This is an essential requirement, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you do not meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa. Date posted 03 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year pa pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 173-16425-CYP Job locations CAMHS - Mill Lodge Mill Lodge, 520 Huntington Rd York YO32 9QA Job description Job responsibilities To lead and present complex, sensitive and challenging professional, managerial and clinical communication processes that may impact on service users, carers, staff, the organisation, agencies and members of the public, where there are barriers to understanding e.g. service development/changes/care pathways. Corporately responsible for the operational delivery of the service and for ensuring the delivery of the clinical pathways Able to demonstrate a high level of competency in their approach to capacity management, performance management including analysing/reporting complex information, policy practice and standards implementation and resource (HR, finance and estates) management. To provide expert clinical and managerial leadership and role modeling to the teams they are working with. Act as a clinical expert in providing advice direction and leadership to Clinical and Professional Leads and the teams. Will ensure adherence to policy and procedures, new developments and managing change and communicate such decisions positively and appropriately to staff throughout the service with regular communication/feedback to senior managers. The post holder will make autonomous decisions regarding prioritisation and utilisation of locality resources. Utilising judgment in complex situations e.g unexpected service demands Manage the delegated budget for the team and support the head of service to manage the overall service budget where appropriate. Accountable for the provision of specialist clinical advice on care planning and patient care All our information is available in accessible formats. Please contact the Recruitment team recruitment.lypftnhs.netAttached to this advert is our candidates guide to values-based recruitment and supporting guidance on how to make a successful application. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact the Recruitment Team or see the attached candidate guide to reasonable adjustments. To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Guide to Values Based Recruitment. This document provides you with information to help you apply. Job description Job responsibilities To lead and present complex, sensitive and challenging professional, managerial and clinical communication processes that may impact on service users, carers, staff, the organisation, agencies and members of the public, where there are barriers to understanding e.g. service development/changes/care pathways. Corporately responsible for the operational delivery of the service and for ensuring the delivery of the clinical pathways Able to demonstrate a high level of competency in their approach to capacity management, performance management including analysing/reporting complex information, policy practice and standards implementation and resource (HR, finance and estates) management. To provide expert clinical and managerial leadership and role modeling to the teams they are working with. Act as a clinical expert in providing advice direction and leadership to Clinical and Professional Leads and the teams. Will ensure adherence to policy and procedures, new developments and managing change and communicate such decisions positively and appropriately to staff throughout the service with regular communication/feedback to senior managers. The post holder will make autonomous decisions regarding prioritisation and utilisation of locality resources. Utilising judgment in complex situations e.g unexpected service demands Manage the delegated budget for the team and support the head of service to manage the overall service budget where appropriate. Accountable for the provision of specialist clinical advice on care planning and patient care All our information is available in accessible formats. Please contact the Recruitment team recruitment.lypftnhs.netAttached to this advert is our candidates guide to values-based recruitment and supporting guidance on how to make a successful application. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact the Recruitment Team or see the attached candidate guide to reasonable adjustments. To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Guide to Values Based Recruitment. This document provides you with information to help you apply. Person Specification Qualifications Essential RMN, DipOT/BScOT ,DipSW Skills Essential Proven leadership/management experience at an advanced level which has a positive impact/created change within service Knowledge Essential Able to demonstrate a high level of competency in their approach to caseload and capacity management, performance management including analysing/reporting complex information, policy practice and standards implementation and resource (HR, finance and estates) management. Person Specification Qualifications Essential RMN, DipOT/BScOT ,DipSW Skills Essential Proven leadership/management experience at an advanced level which has a positive impact/created change within service Knowledge Essential Able to demonstrate a high level of competency in their approach to caseload and capacity management, performance management including analysing/reporting complex information, policy practice and standards implementation and resource (HR, finance and estates) management. 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address CAMHS - Mill Lodge Mill Lodge, 520 Huntington Rd York YO32 9QA Employer's website https://www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)