Job summary
ould you like to be instrumental in managing and developing an established prison mental health team within the H&J service in HMP Haverigg? This is an exciting opportunity to join the Mental Health Team in HMP Haverigg as a Mental Health Team Manager.
HMP Haverigg is a CAT D prison, working pre-dominantly with sex-offenders. The prison has just received excellent outcomes from both the HMIP, and the CQC. The mental health team is well-established, offers a variety of interventions to the client group, including Trauma therapy, EMDR, groupwork. We are innovative, compassionate and supportive of each other, working for a great team, in a wonderful part of the country.
The team manager will be expected to lead by example, providing strong leadership while being accessible to staff. They will be flexible in their approach to managing the day-to-day operational aspects of the service
We are looking for either a clinical or non-clinical Team Manager to join our expanding service. If you do not hold a professional qualification then you will require substantial experience of working in either a healthcare or criminal justice setting with leadership experience.
Main duties of the job
Team managers will work in partnership with other healthcare providers, HMPPS, internal and external Health and Justice services within the region TEWV footprint. They will have excellent skills in communication, engagement, collaboration and have experience of working in mental health services, preferably with knowledge of the criminal justice system.
We welcome candidates to contact us for an informal discussion
Operational management of a Mental Health Team, including accountability for ensuring the highest professional standards and attitudes towards the care of patients are maintained and delivered at all times in accordance with evidence-based practice, while supporting staff development and well-being.
The successful candidate will work collectively with senior clinical staff to provide a comprehensive mental health service, navigating the challenges of a prison environment.
The post holder will liaise closely with their peer group of team managers, and will also be supported by a service manager and receive supervision and professional development opportunities.
The successful candidate should have experience working in Mental Health Services.
We require the post holders to be committed to equal opportunities, non-discriminatory practices and reflect the trust values of Responsibility, Respect and compassion.
About us
We're committed to co-creating a great experience for our colleagues. This means listening to what staff are telling us and working together to be the best employer we can be.
Our staff are our most important asset and recognising their excellent work and the vital contributions they make to patient care is very important.
We have achieved the gold Investors in People (IIP) standard and have been commended on great people management practice and demonstrating a commitment to staff development.
The Trust offers a variety of benefits including:
1. Weekly CPD sessions
2. Access to trust wide career development opportunities
3. Working with a dedicated multidisciplinary team
4. Free on-site parking
5. Long service award
6. NHS pension scheme
7. 27 -33 days annual leave with the option to purchase additional days
8. Flexible working opportunities
9. NHS car lease scheme
10. Full Occupational health support
11. Cycle to work scheme
12. Access to employee support, independent counselling, chaplaincy
13. Mindfulness Sessions
14. Access to Coaching and mentors
Details
Date posted
15 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
346-FMH-107-25-A
Job locations
HMP Haverigg
Middle Lane
Millom
LA18 4NA
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for further detailed information regarding the role and main responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
15. Current professional registration with appropriate body in healthcare or social work.
16. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
17. Certificate in teaching & assessing in Clinical Practice as appropriate to own profession.
18. Recognised sign-off mentor or equivalent for students (within agreed timescale).
19. Leadership or management qualification or willingness to work towards. Qualification must be achieved within agreed timescale.
20. Quality Improvement Systems for Leaders or willing to undertake within agreed timescale.
21. Clinical Supervisor
22. Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
23. Significant experience working with people with complex mental ill health or learning disabilities in a community setting.
24. Significant experience of working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers
25. Significant experience of providing clinical supervision, mentoring and teaching to healthcare professionals and students.
26. Demonstrable leadership or management experience
27. Significant role in quality improvement activities
Desirable
28. Experience working in health and justice services
29. Use of the Trust's Quality Improvement system
Knowledge
Essential
30. Significant evidenced based knowledge to post-graduate level equivalent, of best practice in caring for patients in the designated field.
31. Good understanding of clinical governance and its application in practice.
32. Detailed understanding of Care Programme Approach and its application in practice.
33. Detailed understanding of Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice.
34. Good understanding of relevant legislation (. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act) and its application in practice
35. Detailed understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice
36. Research and development methodology
37. Understanding of psychological models of care and treatment
38. The Trust's quality Improvement System (QIS)
Desirable
39. Budget Management and Financial Standing Instructions
40. HR policies and procedures
Skills
Essential
41. Manage a team effectively
42. Manage change effectively
43. Provide effective leadership
44. Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers/families and all members of the multidisciplinary team.
45. Work positively and collaboratively in partnership with external agencies
46. Provide effective clinical supervision, teaching, training and assessing in clinical practice.
47. Use multimedia materials for presentations in professional settings
48. Use approved breakaway techniques
49. Write reports and policies
50. Undertake basic statistical analysis