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Oxford Health NHS Trust

Deputy Team Manager - Eating disorders

The closing date is 25 January 2026

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Job summary

Do you have excellent leadership and organisational skills?

Are you experienced in managing projects?

We're looking for a Deputy Team Manager for our CAMHS Eating Disorders Service in Oxfordshire. This role would suit someone who would like to broaden their experience or is seeking an opportunity to take on new challenges. Although previous experience of working in mental health/NHS is preferable, you may come from a background that is not related to health or social care but feel you can offer transferable skills and experience.

As a valued member of our operational team, you will work collaboratively with colleagues and other stakeholders to help us provide a responsive, high quality and safe service for our patients. You will be expected to provide effective leadership and management of resources so that our staff are well supported and able to prioritise patient care.

We're looking for someone who is organised, forward-thinking, has plenty of enthusiasm and motivation, and works well in a team. Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly are essential for this role.

Main duties of the job

  • Support the CAMHS Eating Disorders (ED) Clinical Team Manager in the delivery of specialist assessment and treatment.
  • Work alongside the Clinical Team Manager in the management and further development of the ED CAMHS team working to an agreed model, developing clinical structures, recruiting staff and implementing the service.
  • Deputize for the Clinical Team Manager when required.
  • Provide a safe, effective and therapeutic clinical team ensuring the delivery of assessment and intervention.
  • In conjunction with the Clinical Team Manager the post holder is expected to contribute in the development and implementation of a robust performance management system for the team.
  • Be responsible for the line management, case supervision and appraisal of team colleagues

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles. Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

  • Excellent opportunities for career progression
  • Individual and Trust wide learning and development
  • 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
  • NHS Discount
  • Pension scheme
  • Lease car scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Mental Health First Aiders
  • Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
  • Staff networking and support groups

Details

Date posted

09 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year Per annum | pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

267-OC7636862

Job locations

Raglan House

23 Between Towns Rd

Oxfordshire

OX43LX


Job description

Job responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Core mental health qualification (nursing, social work, clinical psychology, psychiatry, occupational therapy, Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner training).
  • Or Educated to a degree level or equivalent professional qualification/ experience

Desirable

  • Management training

Knowledge

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate leadership skills and delegate appropriately
  • Decision making and problem- solving skills
  • To have ability to manage a case load and experience of acting as care coordinator/key worker for clients on a case list
  • Understanding of principles and methods of clinical audit,

Desirable

  • Experience of working with eating disorders

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in or managing mental health services, Physical or social care Service or areas with Transferable skills
  • Experience of implementing change effectively
  • Experience in managing projects

Desirable

  • Experience of work within primary care or counselling/therapy setting
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Core mental health qualification (nursing, social work, clinical psychology, psychiatry, occupational therapy, Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner training).
  • Or Educated to a degree level or equivalent professional qualification/ experience

Desirable

  • Management training

Knowledge

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate leadership skills and delegate appropriately
  • Decision making and problem- solving skills
  • To have ability to manage a case load and experience of acting as care coordinator/key worker for clients on a case list
  • Understanding of principles and methods of clinical audit,

Desirable

  • Experience of working with eating disorders

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in or managing mental health services, Physical or social care Service or areas with Transferable skills
  • Experience of implementing change effectively
  • Experience in managing projects

Desirable

  • Experience of work within primary care or counselling/therapy setting

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Raglan House

23 Between Towns Rd

Oxfordshire

OX43LX


Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Raglan House

23 Between Towns Rd

Oxfordshire

OX43LX


Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Team Manager

Alice Palmer

alice.palmer1@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk

07467008463

Details

Date posted

09 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year Per annum | pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

267-OC7636862

Job locations

Raglan House

23 Between Towns Rd

Oxfordshire

OX43LX


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