Job overview
To have responsibility for the day to day management of the Community Mental Health Team who provide care co-ordination and treatment to people with complex and enduring mental health needs.
The post holder will have responsibility for the management and supervision of the Community Mental Health Team.
You will provide strong leadership to the team to ensure it performs in the most efficient and effective way ensuring all key performance indicators are met whilst providing a safe and high quality service.
Main duties of the job
Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of the jo description and main responsibilities.
Working for our organisation
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:
* Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
* Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance
* Access to Continued Professional Development
* Involvement in improvement and research activities
* Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
* Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of the jo description and main responsibilities.
Person specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential criteria
* RMN / DiP SW / SROT current registration or other professional registered qualification in a health or social care field.
* Post registered or post graduate relevant study / equivalent mental health community practitioner experience.
* Willingness to undertake further training relevant to the specialist practitioner role resulting from legislative or service changes, as appropriate.
* Preparation for mentorship or equivalent.
Desirable criteria
* Completion of Preparation for Mentorship / Practice Teacher / Fieldwork Educator qualification or willingness to complete
Experience
Essential criteria
* Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act and CPA
* Knowledge of key guidance, screening and assessment processes related to CMHT client group
* Knowledge of NICE guidance and best practice guidelines with regards to this client group.
* Knowledge of risk management issues
* Substantial experience as a senior mental health practitioner at Band 6 or equivalent level in a CMHT or similar service with clients • Knowledge of the Care Act • Experience of managing budgets. • Experience of working to objectives, within a performance management framework. • Experience in chairing professionals meetings • Experience of managing/triaging referrals • Experience of working with adults with functional and organic mental health problems • Application Form • Interview AFC 19/12/22 JME-261-22 Community Mental Health Team Manager Band 7 with severe/ enduring mental health issues. This should include
* Experience of working with multi-agency child and adult safeguarding procedures.
* Experience of working to objectives, within a performance management framework.
* Experience of providing day-to-day clinical leadership and operational management, providing clinical and management supervision.
* Experience of joint working with outside agencies.
Desirable criteria
* Knowledge of the Care Act
* Experience of managing budgets.
* Experience of working to objectives, within a performance management framework.
* Experience in chairing professionals meetings
* Experience of managing/triaging referrals
* Experience of working with adults with functional and organic mental health problems
Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Experience of governance processes, including responding to complaints and completing investigations following incidents
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
* Ability to function and make decisions in a fast paced, dynamic environment
* Ability to represent Stockport mental health services and build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
* Evidence of well-developed comprehensive mental health assessment skills.
* Evidence of well-developed risk assessment and management skills
* Evidence of well-developed team leadership and management skills
* Evidence of the ability to lead, motivate and manage a group of skilled staff
* Ability to manage own emotions and deal with others in highly charged situations
* Ability to manage the performance of staff in a consistent and sensitive manner
* Ability to produce written reports that are clear, unambiguous and produced with agreed timescales.
Desirable criteria
* Ability to provide education and training to different grades of professional staff both informal and by formal presentation.
* Evidence of effective change management skills
Work Related Circumstances
Essential criteria
* Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
* Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust’s Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
* Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
📝 Application support - We recommend tailoring your application to each role you apply for, particularly your supporting information. This gives you the best chance of success. Your supporting information should clearly explain, with examples, how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role.
We understand that some candidates may use AI tools to help prepare their application. This is not restricted, however, any AI support should only be used to enhance your own writing and must reflect your genuine skills and experience. You will be asked to talk about your application at interview. Applications that contain false or misleading information may be removed from the recruitment process.
We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit the on our website.
🌍 Sponsorship Information - We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the
📬 After You Apply - Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.
✅ If You're Offered the Role - If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You’ll receive a formal conditional offer via email
🔍 Pre-Employment Checks - To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line with. These include:
* Identity verification
* Right to work check
* Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
* Professional registration and/or qualification check
* Occupational health assessment
* Employment history and reference validation
All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history and references.
If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.
🚀 Once Checks Are Complete -
The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.
📣 Additional Information -
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.
If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.
Please note:
* We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.
* We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and need extra time or adjustments to complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible. We will ensure you are not disadvantaged where a reasonable adjustment is appropriate.