Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a clinical manager role within South West London and St. George's Mental Health Trust community service line.This post offers opportunity for cross boundary working with stakeholders, change management for services as well as operational and clinical leadership of teams within the portfolio. The ideal candidate will have some experience of the above as well as a keen interest in developing good quality Mental Health services within Merton. The Adult Community service line delivers care to adult mental health clients across the five boroughs of the Trust. The service line employs over 700 staff and we care for up to 12,000 patients a year. Our services include; community single point of access teams, recovery and support teams, IAPT and primary care services, early intervention teams, complex needs services for personality disorders, clozapine clinics, psychotherapy and psychology services. Interview Date 27th March 2025, and this includes an interview panel with the Head of Service Delivery as well as an assessment centre (details will be confirmed with the candidates) Main duties of the job You will be working closely with colleagues across Community and the other service lines to develop pathways, taking a lead role in thetransformation of services while maintaining and supporting high quality care within existing services. You will be one of five clinical managers inCommunity reporting to the Deputy Head of Service Delivery. The successful candidate will line manage and provide clinical and operational leadership to the adult community services in Merton to ensure weprovide excellent care. The clinical managers play a key role more broadly across the service line and the Trust by contributing to thedevelopment and implementation of service strategy, providing focus on delivering targets and service improvements that will enhance patientcare. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic and passionate about leading teams and working collaboratively to enact change.Applicants should be energetic, creative, flexible, hard-working and committed to this role. Strong interpersonal and relationship skills are key todelivering in this post. The role requires clinical expertise, confident and effective people management and excellent communication skills. Idealcandidates will have a developed understanding of community services and the future state of transformed models of care we plan to introduce. About us We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust. We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'. This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services as we invest a further £120m to upgrade and modernise our estate by 2027. We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do. We offer flexible working, career development and a variety ofbenefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive. Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey. Date posted 10 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £67,950 to £78,028 a year per annum inclusive of outer London HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 294-COMM-7059586-JB Job locations The Wilson Hospital Cranmer Rd Mitcham CR4 4TP Job description Job responsibilities Achieve a defined set of health and social care performance targets, in accordance with contractual requirements and the performance framework for NHSI, the Care Quality Commission, and other relevant statutory and professional bodies. In conjunction with the Nursing Directorate, the post holder will advise Senior Managers and Clinical Directors on professional and practice issues. Under the direction of the Nursing Directorate, the post holder will lead on the provision of professional advice to colleagues at all levels across the Trust in relation to specific clinical matters and practice Promote, through personal actions, support for the Trusts key policies on Equality and Diversity, and use of the recovery-orientated approach for people with mental health needs. To work closely with professional colleagues, corporate services and partner agencies to lead the continuous improvement services. Committed to ensure service user / carer experience is positive, services are responsive and accessible, and transitions between services are smooth and seamless. To communicate effectively with all staff; recognising the need for good information during periods of change. Supporting the Trusts reputation and that of all senior colleagues at all times; maintaining a positive attitude with a strong commitment to improvement in all areas. To undertake key projects allocated to a high standard and within the agreed timeframe. Job description Job responsibilities Achieve a defined set of health and social care performance targets, in accordance with contractual requirements and the performance framework for NHSI, the Care Quality Commission, and other relevant statutory and professional bodies. In conjunction with the Nursing Directorate, the post holder will advise Senior Managers and Clinical Directors on professional and practice issues. Under the direction of the Nursing Directorate, the post holder will lead on the provision of professional advice to colleagues at all levels across the Trust in relation to specific clinical matters and practice Promote, through personal actions, support for the Trusts key policies on Equality and Diversity, and use of the recovery-orientated approach for people with mental health needs. To work closely with professional colleagues, corporate services and partner agencies to lead the continuous improvement services. Committed to ensure service user / carer experience is positive, services are responsive and accessible, and transitions between services are smooth and seamless. To communicate effectively with all staff; recognising the need for good information during periods of change. Supporting the Trusts reputation and that of all senior colleagues at all times; maintaining a positive attitude with a strong commitment to improvement in all areas. To undertake key projects allocated to a high standard and within the agreed timeframe. Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential Registered Clinical - must hold a valid Registration with a professional body Educated to Masters Degree(MSc)level qualification or professional/clinical equivalent Evidence of continued professional development Recent management related training or senior managerial professional qualification Desirable Knowledge of employment legislation Significant management and or leadership training Experience Essential In depth current post registration clinical experience within a wide range of clinical specialties Proven ability to competently directly manage a Ward/Team Extensive knowledge and expertise across a number of areas e.g. clinical, infection control, nutrition, safeguarding Significant professional leadership, especially professional development, clinical governance and supervision and appraisal Experience of managing multi- disciplinary teams in a health environment Experience of effective financial management Desirable Significant management and or leadership training Experience of quality improvement projects Knowledge & Skills Essential Understanding of best practice in inpatient and community care settings and the benefits and challenges of joint working between social services and health Strong leadership skills including true ability to influence, negotiate, provide clarity and take difficult decisions Knowledge of national policies and recent changes within the health and social care economy Ability to demonstrate budget management skills including financial planning and management of CIPs Knowledge of Human Resources and Workforce policy and procedure that supports the development and the performance of their team Desirable Experience of effective redesign and improvement methodologies Knowledge of workforce developments in clinical settings /operational services Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential Registered Clinical - must hold a valid Registration with a professional body Educated to Masters Degree(MSc)level qualification or professional/clinical equivalent Evidence of continued professional development Recent management related training or senior managerial professional qualification Desirable Knowledge of employment legislation Significant management and or leadership training Experience Essential In depth current post registration clinical experience within a wide range of clinical specialties Proven ability to competently directly manage a Ward/Team Extensive knowledge and expertise across a number of areas e.g. clinical, infection control, nutrition, safeguarding Significant professional leadership, especially professional development, clinical governance and supervision and appraisal Experience of managing multi- disciplinary teams in a health environment Experience of effective financial management Desirable Significant management and or leadership training Experience of quality improvement projects Knowledge & Skills Essential Understanding of best practice in inpatient and community care settings and the benefits and challenges of joint working between social services and health Strong leadership skills including true ability to influence, negotiate, provide clarity and take difficult decisions Knowledge of national policies and recent changes within the health and social care economy Ability to demonstrate budget management skills including financial planning and management of CIPs Knowledge of Human Resources and Workforce policy and procedure that supports the development and the performance of their team Desirable Experience of effective redesign and improvement methodologies Knowledge of workforce developments in clinical settings /operational services 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust Address The Wilson Hospital Cranmer Rd Mitcham CR4 4TP Employer's website https://www.swlstg.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)