Head of Operations Mental Health & Learning Disability Services
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We are seeking an experienced, visionary leader to join our Trust as Head of Operations for Mental Health & Learning Disability Services. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high‑quality care for children, adults and older adults across community services.
The postholder will support the Deputy Director to deliver the Trust’s operational plan and strategic framework. The postholder will be responsible for the operational management of an agreed portfolio of services within the Mental Health & Learning Disability Care Group, ensuring effective and efficient use of allocated resources to provide a service organised around the needs of service users and our local communities.
The postholder will work in collaboration with the Heads of Professions and Corporate services to ensure effective performance of teams, high quality governance, workforce planning, emergency planning and on‑going business development. The postholder will promote a culture of innovation, involvement and quality improvement.
Reporting to the Deputy Director of Operations and working closely with Senior Clinical and Operational Leaders, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across:
* Children and Young People’s Mental Health Services
* Older Adults Mental Health Services
* Learning Disability Services
* Talking Therapy Services
Closing Date
Midnight on Wednesday 7th January 2026
Shortlisting Date
Thursday 8th January 2026
Interview Date
Friday 16th January 2026
Core Values
* We Care – We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference.
* We Listen – We understand people’s views and respond to their individual needs.
* We Deliver – We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements and a range of benefits including increased mileage rates.
* Health and wellbeing support packages.
* Internal and external development and learning opportunities.
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Management and Manufacturing – Strategic Management Services
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