Job summary
In this rewarding leadership role, you will oversee a dedicated, multidisciplinary team that are committed to delivering high-quality mental health care to Veterans, Reservists, and Service Leavers. This team is unique in that we cover the six counties of the East of England and comprise of six contracted partner organisations. As a Deputy Regional Lead, you will be at the heart of this dynamic team.
The role requires working closely with the multiple different clinical and non-clinical organisations that make up the Op COURAGE service, helping to ensure that team working is as effective as possible. The role ranges from day-to-day team operations to strategic planning and implementation, as well as opportunity for providing briefings and educating others about the Armed Forces Community.
Main duties of the job
* Lead and Inspire: Provide leadership and support to a talented team of clinical and non-clinical staff from different organisations, ensuring high standards of care, professional development, and ongoing engagement across the team.
* Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the Regional Lead to develop and implement service improvement plans, adapting swiftly to meet emerging needs and challenges.
* Operational Oversight: Oversee day-to-day operations, including caseload management, resource allocation, and service delivery to ensure our clients receive timely, effective, and compassionate care.
* Multifaceted Approach: Take on diverse responsibilities, including safeguarding, risk management, and complex case reviews, all while balancing clinical and operational demands.
You will:
* Bring strong clinical expertise and a proven track record in mental health services, ideally within a community setting.
* Be a natural leader with experience in managing teams, inspiring confidence, and supporting professional development.
* Thrive on variety and change, able to adapt your management style to meet the unique needs of each situation, patient, and team member.
* Be solution-focused, driven by a commitment to continuous improvement, and ready to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve.
* Value collaboration and communication, working effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including NHS partners, NHS Commissioners, local agencies, and community resources.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
* Season Ticket Loans
* NHS discounts for staff
* Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
* Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
* The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
* Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment.
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
* Operational Planning, Scheduling, and Delivery
* Financial and Resource Management
* Workforce Planning, Management, and Development
* Professional and Education / Training Skills
* Information / Clinical Systems Management
* Clinical Governance
* Employee Management
Please see the job description for a detailed breakdown of these responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Professional registration as a SW, OT or RMN
Desirable
* Post registration MH education
* Formal management development
Skills, knowledge and experience
Essential
* Minimum of Band 7 management experience in NHS community mental health services
* An understanding of major national and professional considerations for working with the Armed Forces Community
Desirable
* Personal or professional experience of the Armed Forces community
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: Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address:
The Lakes
Turner Road
Colchester
CO4 5JL
Employer's website: https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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