Are you an experienced mental health professional with a passion for recovery-focused care and team leadership? We are recruiting on behalf of a reputable provider for an exciting opportunity to join a brand-new 10-bed residential rehabilitation service in Halifax, West Yorkshire. This role is perfect for someone looking to take the next step in their career, leading a dedicated team in a structured and supportive environment.
? Mental Health Services Team Leader – Halifax, West Yorkshire
? Location: Halifax, West Yorkshire
? Hours: 37.5 hours per week (4-week rolling rota)
? Salary: £29,000 per annum
Please note: Sponsorship is NOT available for this role
? About the Service:
This brand-new residential setting offers a step-down service for men with mental health needs, supporting individuals over a period of 18 to 24 months as they transition from hospital care to independent living. The focus is on building life skills, increasing access to education and employment, and promoting emotional wellbeing and resilience.
? The Role: The Mental Health Services Team Leader will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the service, working closely with the management team to deliver safe, high-quality, and person-centred care. You’ll support and guide staff, ensure compliance with care standards, and help residents achieve their personal goals.
? Key Responsibilities:
Provide leadership, support, and supervision to care staff
Promote recovery-focused, person-centred support
Ensure high standards of care planning, risk management, and documentation
Manage rotas, staffing levels, budgets, and petty cash
Support staff training, appraisals, and recruitment processes
Oversee health and safety, infection control, and incident reporting
Attend reviews and liaise with families and external professionals
Participate in the on-call rota and step in for management when required
Requirements:
Minimum of 12-24 months’ experience working in a UK mental health or residential care setting at a senior level (essential)
Experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs
Strong leadership and mentoring skills
Knowledge of CQC standards, safeguarding, and clinical governance
Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
A recovery-focused, person-centred approach to care
Right to work in the UK – no sponsorship options available
? What’s On Offer:
Competitive salary of £29,000 per annum
Additional paid day off for your birthday
Enhanced annual leave (rising at 2 and 5 years’ service)
Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme – earn up to £500 per referral
Health Cash Plan (covering dental, optical, counselling, virtual GP, and more)
Free enhanced DBS, on-site parking, and lunch for site-based roles
Funded professional memberships (where applicable)
Free Blue Light Card membership
? Shift Pattern – 4-Week Rolling Rota: Week 1: Mon–Wed: 9am–5pm | Fri: 6am–2pm | Sat: 9am–5pm
Weeks 2 & 3: Mon–Tues: 9am–5pm | Wed: 2pm–10pm | Thurs–Fri: 9am–5pm
Week 4: Mon–Tues: 9am–5pm | Wed: 7am–3pm | Thurs: 12pm–8pm | Fri: 9am–5pm
(Flexibility required to support service needs)
Ready to take the next step in your leadership journey?
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Job Info
Job Title:
Company:
Service Care Solutions
Location:
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Posted:
Jul 14th 2025
Closes:
Aug 14th 2025
Sector:
Medical, Pharmaceutical & Scientific
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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