Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a team manager to work on the Integrated Support Unit at HMP Durham.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will need to have a genuine desire to improve the lives of individuals in secure services and will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of issues relating to Mental Health, Learning and Disability or Autism, risk assessment, safety and preventing harm and should understand the importance of collaboration and service user involvement on recovery. The successful candidate will demonstrate skills in collective leadership and compassionate focused care.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
We fully embrace the Key Principles of "Valuing People" through adopting a positive and proactive approach to Service User involvement and Clinical Governance. In addition, the successful candidates will need to demonstrate sound leadership and managerial qualities.
Experience of Forensic services desirable however not essential.
About us
Team managers will work in partnership with other healthcare providers, HMPPS, internal and external Health and Justice services within the region. 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 in the North East Prisons. They 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.
Details
Date posted
12 August 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
Reference number
346-FMH-081-25-A
Job locations
HMP Durham
Old Elvet
Durham
DH1 3HU
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Additional contact information
For an informal discussion about this post please contact: Lauren Edwards -
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
1. Current professional registration with appropriate body in healthcare or social work
2. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
3. Certificate in teaching & assessing in Clinical Practice as appropriate to own profession
4. Clinical Supervisor
5. Recognised sign-off mentor or equivalent for students (within agreed timescale)
6. Leadership or management qualification or willingness to work towards. Qualification must be achieved within agreed timescale
7. Quality Improvement Systems for Leaders or willing to undertake within agreed timescale
8. Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
Desirable
9. Post-graduate diploma in a relevant area
Experience
Essential
10. Significant experience working with people with complex mental ill health or learning disabilities in a community setting
11. Significant experience of working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers
12. Significant experience of providing clinical supervision, mentoring and teaching to healthcare professionals and students
13. Demonstrable leadership or management experience
14. Significant role in quality improvement activities
Desirable
15. Experience working in Forensic Mental Health or other secure setting
16. Use of the Trust's Quality Improvement system
Knowledge
Essential
17. Significant evidenced based knowledge to postgraduate level equivalent, of best practice in caring for patients in the designated field
18. Good understanding of relevant legislation (. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act) and its application in practice
19. Good understanding of clinical governance and its application in practice
20. Detailed understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice
21. Detailed understanding of Care Programme Approach and its application in practice
22. Detailed understanding of Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice
23. Research and development methodology
24. Understanding of psychological models of care and treatment
25. The Trust's quality Improvement System (QIS)
Desirable
26. Budget Management and Financial Standing Instructions
27. HR policies and procedures