Job summary Calderdale and Kirklees Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) has an exciting opportunity to recruit to a post within the Eating Disorder team and will include the developing ARFID pathway. This post is part of a service development to provide additional support to both the Eating Disorder Team and embed an ARFID pathway within it to ensure the needs of these children, young people and their families are met. By identifying children and young people earlier and providing the right support, we can work with families to provide a dedicated treatment plan to be able to, prevent escalation and reduce long term difficulties and decrease the pressures in the ED and acute services. You will work directly with the dietetic team to provide care. We are looking for someone highly motivated and enthusiastic who has an interest in Eating Disorders and ARFID. We are a community team who works weekdays and cover the Calderdale and Kirklees area. Support is offered both from the team and wider service. The service support professional development. We take pride in working together to maintain a supportive and friendly workplace that enables our staff to thrive and influence positive change to the lives of the young people and families who have the support of our service. For full job description, please see attached supporting documents. All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will be a part of a Eating Disorder pathway and will support the team in developing and driving this pathway within the Eating Disorders service. You will work with the dietitians and other assistant to ensure care is delivered to out young people. Further requirements can be found within the person specification and job description. You will deliver high quality interventions following care planning, treatment and regular reviews (CPA) from the qualified practitioners in your team for children and young people who meet the criteria of the pathway with a diagnosis/presentation of both Eating Disorders and ARFID, with oversight and support from the qualified members of the team. This could include daily meal support for young people,supplying vitamins, drawing up meal plans with the dietitians, support assessments and intervention, offering support within groups for both parents and young people or offering packages of intervention as agreed with the qualified staff. Someone who can engage with people well and is able to work well within a team. You would receive supervision and line management regularly to ensure you feel well supported and able to deliver the agreed work to a high standard. At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, unfortunately we are unable to sponsor anyone on a visa for this role at this moment in time. About us We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative. Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers. We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities. Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust. Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible. Date posted 10 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9378-CK2130 Job locations Folly Hall Mills St Thomas' Road Huddersfield HD1 3LT Job description Job responsibilities The Post holder will be responsible for the effective day to day delivery of integrated community mental health services within the designated team area. The post holder will be responsible for the day to day management of resources and staff employed by both SWYPFT and integrated partners with agreed permissions framework to act in conjunction with service managers for both health and social services. The post holder will be expected to have strong clinical and leadership skills and be responsible for ensuring the delivery of quality community mental health services. The Team Leader will manage allocated resources on behalf of the trust and local authority to ensure that fundamentals of care are delivered. Provide day to day management of all staff within the community team including sickness and absence monitoring, conduct and performance etc. Ensure that team resources are deployed appropriately to meet the day to day demands on the service. Ensure service provision meets the individual needs of service users and their carers within the personalisation, prevention and recovery agenda. Ensure that the service observes the legal and philosophical requirements of national legislative frameworks. Monitor the quality and appropriateness of service provision. Monitor team budgets and take measures to ensure that they remain within agreed establishments, alerting the budget holder of current or expected budget pressures. In conjunction with the local funding agreements, authorise appropriate use of community care budgets to purchase community care packages which have been developed thorough quality assessment and care planning process. Ensure the provision of supervision and caseload management for team members in line with appropriate line management structure. Ensure staff management and appraisal systems are implemented and monitored as required by the trust and local authority. Ensure that team members meet professional and statutory obligations and comply with trust and local authority policies and procedures. Ensure that trust and local authority performance requirements are met and necessary data is collected, using electronic information as required. Ensure appropriate trust and local authority procedures are carried out under the agreed multi agency safeguarding procedures. Ensure service user and carer influence and involvement in planning and evaluating interventions and services. Participate in local service planning and development. Lead in the recruitment and retention of staff within the team. Undertake HR and system investigations and write reports that will evidence the investigation and support higher level decision making. The Team Leader will use a range of positive behaviours and leadership styles to influence others in the provision of high quality community mental health service, working collaboratively to achieve trust, local authority and service objectives. Provide a visible, accessible and authoritative presence to which staff, service users, carers and advocates can turn to for assistance, advice and support. Use problem solving skills and empowerment to resolve issues. Support staff in the development of their new ideas, strategies and quality initiatives. Make recommendations for change in clinical practice and lead implementation of changes in conjunction with team and the general manager. Take an active role in leading the development of integrated community teams. The team manager will support and coordinate the clinical development of staff and the team in line with current policy, trust and local authority guidance. Foster an environment which values and encourages evidence based practice, research, clinical audit, service development and evaluation. Work in conjunction with professional leads across health and social care to ensure appropriate training and learning opportunities are facilitated for staff working within community services. Develop / utilise appropriate networks at local and regional level to develop and promote personalisation, prevention and recovery approaches in community services. We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form. Job description Job responsibilities The Post holder will be responsible for the effective day to day delivery of integrated community mental health services within the designated team area. The post holder will be responsible for the day to day management of resources and staff employed by both SWYPFT and integrated partners with agreed permissions framework to act in conjunction with service managers for both health and social services. The post holder will be expected to have strong clinical and leadership skills and be responsible for ensuring the delivery of quality community mental health services. The Team Leader will manage allocated resources on behalf of the trust and local authority to ensure that fundamentals of care are delivered. Provide day to day management of all staff within the community team including sickness and absence monitoring, conduct and performance etc. Ensure that team resources are deployed appropriately to meet the day to day demands on the service. Ensure service provision meets the individual needs of service users and their carers within the personalisation, prevention and recovery agenda. Ensure that the service observes the legal and philosophical requirements of national legislative frameworks. Monitor the quality and appropriateness of service provision. Monitor team budgets and take measures to ensure that they remain within agreed establishments, alerting the budget holder of current or expected budget pressures. In conjunction with the local funding agreements, authorise appropriate use of community care budgets to purchase community care packages which have been developed thorough quality assessment and care planning process. Ensure the provision of supervision and caseload management for team members in line with appropriate line management structure. Ensure staff management and appraisal systems are implemented and monitored as required by the trust and local authority. Ensure that team members meet professional and statutory obligations and comply with trust and local authority policies and procedures. Ensure that trust and local authority performance requirements are met and necessary data is collected, using electronic information as required. Ensure appropriate trust and local authority procedures are carried out under the agreed multi agency safeguarding procedures. Ensure service user and carer influence and involvement in planning and evaluating interventions and services. Participate in local service planning and development. Lead in the recruitment and retention of staff within the team. Undertake HR and system investigations and write reports that will evidence the investigation and support higher level decision making. The Team Leader will use a range of positive behaviours and leadership styles to influence others in the provision of high quality community mental health service, working collaboratively to achieve trust, local authority and service objectives. Provide a visible, accessible and authoritative presence to which staff, service users, carers and advocates can turn to for assistance, advice and support. Use problem solving skills and empowerment to resolve issues. Support staff in the development of their new ideas, strategies and quality initiatives. Make recommendations for change in clinical practice and lead implementation of changes in conjunction with team and the general manager. Take an active role in leading the development of integrated community teams. The team manager will support and coordinate the clinical development of staff and the team in line with current policy, trust and local authority guidance. Foster an environment which values and encourages evidence based practice, research, clinical audit, service development and evaluation. Work in conjunction with professional leads across health and social care to ensure appropriate training and learning opportunities are facilitated for staff working within community services. Develop / utilise appropriate networks at local and regional level to develop and promote personalisation, prevention and recovery approaches in community services. We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form. Person Specification Qualifications Essential A-C in Maths/English GCSE or equivalent. Level 5 Apprenticeship/Foundation degree in Health & Social Care or equivalent relevant to the post. Or, level 3 Apprenticeship/Diploma in Health & Social Care with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 5 and will willingness to work towards achievement of level 5 qualification. Care certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement (where relevant to the post). Desirable Experience of the speciality area. Group Facilitation skills. Willingness to undertake further study/development. Training Essential Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area. Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training and maintain skills. Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc. Personal Attributes Essential Responsive attitude and approach. Dress appropriately for the environment. A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability). Experience Essential Significant experience: In providing care and/ or healthrelated procedures(where appropriate to the role). In working in a caring environment at a band 3 or equivalent level of competence. In dealing with the public. In working as an effective team member. In working effectively, professionally and independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team. In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills in user/carer involvement. Special Knowledge and Skills Essential As appropriate to the role: Demonstrates excellent customer care skills. Of care procedures, practice, recovery model, care pathway and person centred care. Provide and receive practice supervision. Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24 hour shift pattern to meet the needs of service users (where appropriate to the role). Demonstrates safe decision making skills commensurate with role. Excellent communicator, numeracy/ literacy, IT/keyboard skills. Diversity/Cultural understanding. Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust. Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations e.g., verbal aggression, body fluids, etc. Non-judgemental, empathetic manner. Demonstrates Trust Values. Excellent interpersonal skills. Good administration and organisational skills. Able to use observation skills to identify potential risks and act appropriately. Able to fulfil the requirements of the value based induction. Desirable Language skills other than English. Experience of supervising/inducting others. Physical Attributes Essential A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary). Person Specification Qualifications Essential A-C in Maths/English GCSE or equivalent. Level 5 Apprenticeship/Foundation degree in Health & Social Care or equivalent relevant to the post. Or, level 3 Apprenticeship/Diploma in Health & Social Care with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 5 and will willingness to work towards achievement of level 5 qualification. Care certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement (where relevant to the post). Desirable Experience of the speciality area. Group Facilitation skills. Willingness to undertake further study/development. Training Essential Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area. Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training and maintain skills. Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc. Personal Attributes Essential Responsive attitude and approach. Dress appropriately for the environment. A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability). Experience Essential Significant experience: In providing care and/ or healthrelated procedures(where appropriate to the role). In working in a caring environment at a band 3 or equivalent level of competence. In dealing with the public. In working as an effective team member. In working effectively, professionally and independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team. In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills in user/carer involvement. Special Knowledge and Skills Essential As appropriate to the role: Demonstrates excellent customer care skills. Of care procedures, practice, recovery model, care pathway and person centred care. Provide and receive practice supervision. Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24 hour shift pattern to meet the needs of service users (where appropriate to the role). Demonstrates safe decision making skills commensurate with role. Excellent communicator, numeracy/ literacy, IT/keyboard skills. Diversity/Cultural understanding. Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust. Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations e.g., verbal aggression, body fluids, etc. Non-judgemental, empathetic manner. Demonstrates Trust Values. Excellent interpersonal skills. Good administration and organisational skills. Able to use observation skills to identify potential risks and act appropriately. Able to fulfil the requirements of the value based induction. Desirable Language skills other than English. Experience of supervising/inducting others. Physical Attributes Essential A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary). 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 details Employer name South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust Address Folly Hall Mills St Thomas' Road Huddersfield HD1 3LT Employer's website https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)