Job Summary
Peripatetic Service Manager
Location: North of England
Salary: Up to £54,075 per annum DOE
Hours: 35 hours per week
Why join us?
Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of peoplewith brain injuries in the UK.Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more to recover and meet their personal goals.Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do you will find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.
Main duties of the job
MAIN PURPOSE:
To develop and deliver detailed plans for continued service developments in line with Brainkinds core aims and objectives linked to Brainkinds Strategic Plan, including managing budgets
To support existing Service Mangers to meet the quality requirements and cover the Service Manger role should the need arise.
This role is to cover all the North of England - Hybrid Working and visiting Services.
About Us
Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of peoplewith brain injuries in the UK.Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more to recover and meet their personal goals.Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do youll find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.
Brainkind are a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. Its a place where we recognise, celebrate and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.
Details
Date posted
27 August 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Up to £54,075 per annum DOE
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
B0462-25-0072
Job locations
Brainkind Neurological Centre York
Bishopthorpe Road
York
YO23 1DE
Job Description
Job responsibilities
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (but not limited to)
* Demonstrate professional leadership and provide hands on management support and guidance, managing staff activities and influencing their practices and attitudes.
* Assume line management responsibilities for the team and lead clinicians where appropriate, to provide operational support and direction. Ensuring that performance standards are identified and met.
* Take overall responsibility for recruitment, employment and working practises, complying with Employment Law and contractual obligations. To include the provision of Induction, training and support as required in respect of the statutory responsibilities of the service and Brainkind, with particular emphasis on our aims, values and high-performance standards.
* To be an active member of the Operations Group as indicated and on occasion to take on additional defined responsibilities in relation to events such as investigations, disciplinary/grievance hearings and the provision of management support to other services
* To take a lead role, in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team, in the provision of service review and development, ensuring reports are of a professional standard and collated in a timely manner
* Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to ensure your team remains motivated
* Undertaking other project and change activities as directed, whilst ensuring immediate needs are continually balanced with the longer-term vision, engaging with all stakeholders
REWARDS:
You can look forward to excellent benefits,
A competitive Salary of Up to £54,075 per annum DOE
* 38 Days AL (Pro Rata)
* Health Cash Plan
* Buy and Sell Annual Leave
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Excellent training and support
* Company Pension
* Group life assurance.
* Eye voucher scheme
* Long service and staff awards
* Free parking
We also put a big focus on employee wellbeing and support. It matters to us that you feel at your best. Career development is a priority. We will ensure you get all the training and learning opportunities you need to achieve your goals.
To join our friendly team, click the Apply Now button.
**Please note we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible. **
*All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks*
Brainkind are a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It is a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (but not limited to)
* Demonstrate professional leadership and provide hands on management support and guidance, managing staff activities and influencing their practices and attitudes.
* Assume line management responsibilities for the team and lead clinicians where appropriate, to provide operational support and direction. Ensuring that performance standards are identified and met.
* Take overall responsibility for recruitment, employment and working practises, complying with Employment Law and contractual obligations. To include the provision of Induction, training and support as required in respect of the statutory responsibilities of the service and Brainkind, with particular emphasis on our aims, values and high-performance standards.
* To be an active member of the Operations Group as indicated and on occasion to take on additional defined responsibilities in relation to events such as investigations, disciplinary/grievance hearings and the provision of management support to other services
* To take a lead role, in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team, in the provision of service review and development, ensuring reports are of a professional standard and collated in a timely manner
* Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to ensure your team remains motivated
* Undertaking other project and change activities as directed, whilst ensuring immediate needs are continually balanced with the longer-term vision, engaging with all stakeholders
REWARDS:
You can look forward to excellent benefits,
A competitive Salary of Up to £54,075 per annum DOE
* 38 Days AL (Pro Rata)
* Health Cash Plan
* Buy and Sell Annual Leave
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Excellent training and support
* Company Pension
* Group life assurance.
* Eye voucher scheme
* Long service and staff awards
* Free parking
We also put a big focus on employee wellbeing and support. It matters to us that you feel at your best. Career development is a priority. We will ensure you get all the training and learning opportunities you need to achieve your goals.
To join our friendly team, click the Apply Now button.
**Please note we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible. **
*All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks*
Brainkind are a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It is a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* ABOUT YOU:
* Nursing qualification with up to 5 years post qualification experience.
* QCF (NVQ) level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification in Social Care/Health which meet Regulatory Requirements or a commitment to work towards
* Proven track record of at least 5-year experience in managing
* Supported Living Services, Homecare Agencies and Housing legislation and regulations
* Ability to manage change and support staff teams to deliver continuous improvements
* Experience of managing budgets and financial systems.
* Ability to prioritise the workload to meet specified deadlines
* Ability to fulfil the travelling requirements of the post including attending training/meetings and occasional overnight stays
Person Specification
Essential
* ABOUT YOU:
* Nursing qualification with up to 5 years post qualification experience.
* QCF (NVQ) level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification in Social Care/Health which meet Regulatory Requirements or a commitment to work towards
* Proven track record of at least 5-year experience in managing
* Supported Living Services, Homecare Agencies and Housing legislation and regulations
* Ability to manage change and support staff teams to deliver continuous improvements
* Experience of managing budgets and financial systems.
* Ability to prioritise the workload to meet specified deadlines
* Ability to fulfil the travelling requirements of the post including attending training/meetings and occasional overnight stays
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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
Brainkind
Address
Brainkind Neurological Centre York
Bishopthorpe Road
York
YO23 1DE
Employer's website
https://brainkind.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Brainkind
Address
Brainkind Neurological Centre York
Bishopthorpe Road
York
YO23 1DE
Employer's website
https://brainkind.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
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