Service Manager (Community) Belfast & Downpatrick Location: Belfast & SEHSCT (Downpatrick) Hours: 30 hours per week – (15 hours – Belfast, 15 hours – Downpatrick) Starting Salary: £31,604 pro rata for part-time. Duration : Fixed term contract until 31st March 2026. Closing date: 12noon, Thursday 16th October 2025 All our roles make a positive impact on the lives of others; the purpose of this role is to: As Service Manager you will ensure the quality-of-service delivery and provision daily to meet the needs and expectations of service users, carers, stakeholders, and the organisation itself. You will be responsible for line management of the staff based in the service as well as day to day running of the service, in relation to maintaining quality standards administration, service-related financial management, liaison with Statutory Agencies and regulatory bodies. You will actively represent the values of passion, respect, empathy and openness and transparency, setting, and reinforcing the standard for positive behaviours at all levels. The MindWise Competency Framework outlines the behaviours that are essential to effective performance. The Competencies relevant to this role are set out for everyone and in Level 2 of the Framework for this post. What we ask for from you: QCF level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) You must also have at least two years practice experience in a mental health setting. Must have at least two years’ experience of managing a service including managing a staff team. One year’s experience of managing a Community Based Service. NISCC Registration or eligible to be registered from commencement of role. Ability to demonstrate alignment with MindWise’s core values of Passion, Respect, Empathy, Togetherness, Openness & Transparency. What you get in return: A competitive salary A minimum employer pension contribution of 6% Enhanced holiday leave entitlement of 35 days (FTE) Enhanced company sick pay Medical cash plan Death in service benefit Access to family friendly policies and flexible working options Business mileage paid at HMRC max Commitment to learning and development Able to volunteer 1 day per year with MindWise Corporate Social Responsibility policy. Able to join Staff Working Groups and have your voice heard! e.g. People working group; Health & Wellbeing; Leadership and Management; Human Rights; Trauma Informed group etc Investors in People (IIP) Gold Award holders, reflecting excellent working practices The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced with Adult’s Barred Access NI check. MindWise are an equal opportunities employer PLEASE NOTE: CV's are not accepted. Online Application. About MindWise MindWise has a long-established history of supporting individuals with mental health issues and their families. Our vision is a world where mental health is everyone’s business, and our mission is to support and empower people affected by mental health issues to live their best lives. We do this through our dedicated staff who make a real difference in the lives of clients every day. Staff Benefits Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme Commitment to Learning and Development Flexible Working Policies Staff Health & Wellbeing Group Death in Service Benefit Coaching and Mentoring Our Values Passion Respect Empathy Togetherness Openness & Transparency Documents