Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience within community psychosocial rehabilitation as a Team lead. This vacancy is in the Ealing Community Rehab Teams, based close to the Ealing Hospital site.
These are exciting times for community rehabilitation services and we would welcome applications from those who would like to be part of this journey. What we are looking for are highly motivated and enthusiastic clinicians with a passion for psychosocial rehabilitation who are excited by service development. The successful applicant will be supported by senior and professional management, as well as by a highly engaged team who are keen to continue to make positive changes. Previous experience of management is less important than commitment, drive and creativity in meeting the challenges for the team as we move into the future.
Does this sound like you? Would you like to develop your skills in leading and managing mental health services and supporting our service users to achieve living with greater independence? If so, please do apply.
Thank you for your interest in this role and taking the time to consider applying.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be involved in the following:
Manage a small staff team of AHPs, nurses, social workers and support staff. There is also a role in overseeing the operational input of psychology and medical staff.
Taking a lead on the support and development of staff in the team.
Being part of a senior management team with overall responsibility for the ongoing development and direction of the rehab teams.
Taking responsibility for the overall performance and quality of the services the team provides.
Positively contributing ideas and putting in place plans to improve the quality of services.
Actively working with key stakeholders to promote rehab services.
Getting involved in areas of specialist interest and developing novel projects that improve service user care and experiences.
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker with a current registration (mental health / LD/ Adult) appropriate to the job role.
- Evidence of post registration training in relevant service area
- Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB equivalent/Practice Educators/Practice Placement Educator
Desirable
- Degree/diploma level supplemented by specialist qualification, training such as: Leadership or Management training or experience, courses to masters level equivalent relevant to the care group such as substance use/misuse
Experience
Essential
- Experience of supervising staff and students
- Experience in managing and/or delivering psychosocial interventions in mental health
- Experience, underpinned by knowledge of working with and understanding the complex needs of people living with psychosis in the community
Desirable
- Extensive post qualifying experience in relevant service area
- Previous experience of working in/management within a rehabilitation team
- A sound understanding of multidisciplinary working and of the unique contributions that each member of the MDT brings
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of interventions specific to rehabilitation for complex psychosis
- To understand performance reports and how they relate to team
- In-depth knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and other legislature related to the management of clients living with mental health problems
- Computer literate including intermediate skills with Microsoft Office applications
- A good knowledge and understanding of the underpinning principles of rehabilitation and how these apply in practice
Desirable
- To have a good knowledge of service objectives and how these are applied and monitored in practice
- Experience of initiating or participating in clinical audit/research relating to clinical practice/ service provision
- Prior knowledge/experience of using co-production methodologies to engage with service users to promote positive service change
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills with staff, patients, families, carers and professionals
- Able to establish links with other services and professionals
- Able to effectively manage risk
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker with a current registration (mental health / LD/ Adult) appropriate to the job role.
- Evidence of post registration training in relevant service area
- Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB equivalent/Practice Educators/Practice Placement Educator
Desirable
- Degree/diploma level supplemented by specialist qualification, training such as: Leadership or Management training or experience, courses to masters level equivalent relevant to the care group such as substance use/misuse
Experience
Essential
- Experience of supervising staff and students
- Experience in managing and/or delivering psychosocial interventions in mental health
- Experience, underpinned by knowledge of working with and understanding the complex needs of people living with psychosis in the community
Desirable
- Extensive post qualifying experience in relevant service area
- Previous experience of working in/management within a rehabilitation team
- A sound understanding of multidisciplinary working and of the unique contributions that each member of the MDT brings
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of interventions specific to rehabilitation for complex psychosis
- To understand performance reports and how they relate to team
- In-depth knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and other legislature related to the management of clients living with mental health problems
- Computer literate including intermediate skills with Microsoft Office applications
- A good knowledge and understanding of the underpinning principles of rehabilitation and how these apply in practice
Desirable
- To have a good knowledge of service objectives and how these are applied and monitored in practice
- Experience of initiating or participating in clinical audit/research relating to clinical practice/ service provision
- Prior knowledge/experience of using co-production methodologies to engage with service users to promote positive service change
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills with staff, patients, families, carers and professionals
- Able to establish links with other services and professionals
- Able to effectively manage risk
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
