Interim Mental Health Lead (6 Months)
S75 Consultant / Strategic Lead – Mental Health
Day Rate: £600 (Inside IR35)
Trafford - Manchester
We are seeking an experienced interim Mental Health Lead to provide strategic and operational leadership during a critical transition period. We are currently negotiating the conclusion of the formal S75 agreement with Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) and bringing Adult Social Care staff back under direct management. This is a pivotal role for a senior mental health professional with proven experience in managing Mental Health and S75 arrangements.
Key Requirements:
* Qualified and experienced Social Work practitioner with substantial leadership experience (Head of Service level or above).
* Strong background in Mental Health, with in-depth knowledge of S117, CHC, and the ability to effectively challenge NHS/ICB partners when required.
* Demonstrable experience with S75 agreements; experience in ending such arrangements will be highly advantageous.
* Excellent project management skills to plan and deliver the transition of Mental Health Social Work services back into Local Authority structures.
* Robust understanding of quality assurance and best practice standards, with the ability to produce a position statement and action plan.
* Experience chairing operational working groups and reporting to senior programme boards.
* Ability to provide operational cover for the Mental Health Strategic Lead and oversee the Mental Health Service Manager as required (short-term responsibility).
* Strong understanding of complex casework and budget management.
* Politically astute, with the confidence to operate effectively in a complex stakeholder environment.
Reporting Line:
The role reports directly to the Director of Adult Social Care (Senior Responsible Officer).
This is an excellent opportunity to play a leading role in shaping Trafford’s Mental Health services and ensuring a smooth and effective transition to new governance arrangements.
To find out more information please contact Lily at Lilye@4recruitmentservices.com
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.