Adult Social Care Mental Health Approved Mental Health Professional Hub Manager Ref: 001347 Contract: Permanent Salary: 51,356 - 54,495 per annum (Grade 10) Hours : 36.66 per week Hiring Manager: Bronwen Maxwell (Bronwen.maxwell@oldham.gov.uk) Based: Oldham Council Adult Mental Health Team, Block 4, Southlink Business Park, Hamilton Street, Oldham, OL4 1DE Closing Date: Sunday 22nd March 2026 Interview Date: TBC. Role Overview: Oldham Council is pleased to offer an excellent opportunity to lead our dedicated Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Hub. Following recent service developments, we are entering a forwardthinking phase focused on delivering safe, effective, and personcentered responses under the Mental Health Act. You will be joining a local authority that has been recently rated as 'Good' by CQC in February 2026 and was praised by the inspectors for its strong leadership, positive culture and person-centred approach. We are seeking a motivated professional who is passionate about safeguarding the rights, wishes, and wellbeing of individuals, to lead and operationally manage a skilled team of AMHPs. The role requires a commitment to system wide learning and working and a creativity to drive positive change. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative working environment, where reflective practice, professional development, and staff wellbeing are prioritized. If you thrive in a dynamic setting, can remain calm under pressure, and are committed to delivering highquality AMHP practice, we would be delighted to hear from you. To find out more about this opportunity please contact Bronwen Maxwell tel: 07483 605793 bronwen.maxwell@oldham.gov.uk Key Responsibilities: To line manage the Dedicated AMHP s, including an HR related activity Working with legal services and the Principal Social Worker to review & update Mental Health Act related policies & procedures as they arise ensuring Oldham AMHP services are legally compliant to undertake our statutory duties. Undertake audits of Mental Health Act assessments & provide monthly data reports on Mental Health Act related activity across the system. Key Requirements: Extensive knowledge of The Mental Health Act, relevant legislation, codes of practice, National guidelines & Government initiatives connected with service delivery AMHP Qualification and evidence of up-to-date CPD Experience of management & motivating staff & ensuring work is completed to the required standard About Us: We want Oldham to have vibrant, safe neighbourhoods where people are proud to live with opportunities for healthier, more fulfilled lives; and a sustainable, thriving economy. As we look to the future, the challenges may be significant, but so are the opportunities. We ve identified three missions with our residents and partners, focusing on what will deliver the biggest impact: A Great Place to Live, Healthier, Happier Lives, and Green and Growing. We re looking for candidates who will support us to achieve our ambitions and we encourage you to download our Corporate Plan: Ready for the Future and our Oldham Plan for further information. 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We have translated these values into five behaviours which guide our actions and are the standards we hold ourselves to, day in and day out: Work with a resident focus Support local leaders Committed to the borough Delivery high performance Take ownership and drive change You can find out more about our values and behaviours on our greater.jobs Oldham page Our Benefits Package: At Oldham Council we offer a great benefits package for our employees, which includes the following: 25 days annual leave which increases after 5 and 10-years service The option to purchase additional annual leave. An attractive LGPS benefit pension scheme with the option to make shared cost additional voluntary contributions. Discounted gym membership with Oldham Active. Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, eating-out, eating-in, travel, motoring and more. Salary sacrifice scheme for home and electronics and Cycle to Work. Wellbeing support, including a Mental Health First Aider network and an Employment Assistance Programme that provides 24 hours access to advice and support. Staff recognition and celebration events. Peer support groups Inclusive Recruitment: We work closely with employees to help them work at their best, including making adjustments such as flexible working, describing available working patterns, providing equipment or making changes to the workplace. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and therefore expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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