“Shaw Trust promotes team spirit, inclusiveness and it is an organisation where everybody is somebody. I am proud to be part of this great organisation.”
Purpose
We are looking for a IPS Service Manager who can oversee the day to day delivery and overall performance of the Individual Placement and Support (IPS). Combining vision and direction with strong relationship building and people management skills, you will take accountability for project performance across our own delivery. You will need to have an expert understanding of Individual Placement and Support, the fidelity scale and how that interacts with the IPS fidelity manual.
You will be responsible for managing Team Leader(s) which will involve providing regular supervision around IPS practice issues, as well as support around complex staffing and caseload issues.
Your role will involve building partnerships with local NHS Trusts, employment providers and referral sources as well as maintain partnerships with stakeholder and commissioners.
Essential:
You will have:
1. Understanding/Experience of the Individual Placement and Support model(E)
2. Educated to Degree Level or equivalent relevant experience (E)
3. Knowledge of provider and referral networks across the local area (E)
4. Experience in managing supply chain partner(s) in end-to-end delivery of a service. (D)
5. Relevant previous contract or project management experience focused on supporting performance, quality and compliance (E)
6. Experience/Knowledge of how secondary care operates and some knowledge of NHS mental health teams processes and procedures (E).
7. Understanding of the practical impact of common health conditions on an individual’s ability to work (E)
8. Knowledge of provider and referral networks across the local area (E)
9. Experience of achievement in a target-driven environment and ability to drive performance through focused performance management (E)
10. Experience of line management and staff development (E)
11. Practical experience in accessing external support services and well-developed networking skills (E)
12. Ability to work effectively in a target driven environment (E)
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Location:
Contract - Bath and North east Somerset, Swindon & Wiltshire
Home based role with regular travel to areas of delivery.
Employee Benefits
As an employee of Shaw Trust as well as positively impacting people’s lives, you will have access to the following benefits:
13. 25 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays), with incremental increases post 3 years’ service up to 28 days, and the option to purchase additional holiday
14. 2 days paid volunteering leave each year
15. An enhanced pension scheme after 6 months
16. Life Assurance at 3 times your annual salary rate
17. Access to a suite of learning and development opportunities including paid for apprenticeship and masters’ levels qualifications, and management development programmes
18. Opportunities to connect with our employee diversity networks (LGBTQ+ Support Network, Racial Equality Network, Disability Equality Network, Women’s Network, Neurodiversity Peer Support Network, Menopause Peer Support Group, The MANaging Network, The Young Professionals Network and Back to Work Support Group)
19. Health and Wellbeing initiatives including internal support, employee assistance programme and health cash plan