Job Overview
Leeds Mind promotes positive mental health and wellbeing and provides help and support to anyone who needs it in and around Leeds. Our services are built around the needs of our clients, supporting people to recover from periods of poor mental health and live life independently with their mental health condition.
Role Overview
The IPS Team Leader has operational responsibility for the delivery, quality, performance and sustainability of Leeds Mind’s IPS (Individual Placement and Support) teams.
* Provide day‑to‑day leadership to a team of IPS Employment Specialists
* Ensure high‑quality delivery through effective supervision, coaching, performance management and quality assurance
* Embed IPS fidelity, support staff development and ensure consistent, person‑centred and recovery‑focused practice across the service
* Establish strong partnerships with NHS mental health teams, commissioners and system partners
Essential Skills & Experience
* Experience providing operational leadership and supervising staff within employment, supported employment or mental health services
* Strong understanding of IPS, SEQF and recovery‑focused employment approaches, with the ability to embed quality and fidelity in day‑to‑day practice
* Experience supporting people with mental health needs, neurodiversity and/or learning disabilities
* Confidence using quality frameworks, performance data and evaluation to drive improvement and accountability
* Proven ability to contribute to service planning, resource management and performance‑led delivery
* Values‑led, inclusive and trauma‑informed leadership style, living our core values every day
* Genuine belief in people’s strengths, potential and right to work
Work Details
* Hours – 1 x 37 hrs (Full time, Permanent), 1 x 37 hrs (Full time, Fixed Term), 1 x 18.5 hrs (Part time, Permanent)
* Salary – £35,880 per annum (pro‑rata for part time)
* Contract – Permanent & Fixed Term available
* Closing Date – Friday 22nd May 2026
* Interview Date – Wednesday 3rd June 2026
* Location – The role is predominantly based at Clarence House, Clarence Road, LS18 4LB (mixed with community and remote working)
Contact
For an informal discussion prior to applying, please tel: 07841199671 and speak to Ethan Foster.
Legal & EEO Statement
Successful candidates will be required to undertake a right to work in the UK check as well as an enhanced DBS check. At Leeds Mind, we encourage applications from LGBTQIA+, culturally diverse, neurodivergent and disabled individuals.
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