Job summary
Only open to internal MPFT Applicants
Are you aspiring to be or are you currently an Operational Lead looking for a new opportunity that will help you develop and achieve your goals to become the best you can be? If so, you're in luck we have an opportunity to join our Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment team in West Staffordshire, based at Haywood Lodge, St Georges Hospital in Stafford.
We are looking to recruit a skilled, dynamic and motivated individual, who will have day to day responsibility for the operational leadership of this multidisciplinary team. You will work alongside the collective leadership to ensure that a high quality of service is delivered within this clinical area, and that the team feel well led.
You will offer experienced, visible leadership, form effective working relationships with colleagues and professional leads both internal and external to the team, and act as an excellent role model. The successful candidate will have a clear role in reviewing and maintaining operational standards, performance and management aspects.
Main duties of the job
To engage in and support the development of policies, procedures and working practices within the team. Ensure implementation, monitoring, evaluation and compliance with all policies and procedures in area of responsibility.
Work collaboratively with the Service Manager and team clinical leads in the planning and delivery of the service.
To manage designated team, exercising effectiveness and flexible budget control in order to stay within budgetary limits in conjunction with locality manager.
Maintain the achievement of Key Performance Indicators and Essential Standards
Day to day line management responsibility for staff working within the Team including management of sickness, performance, recruitment and appraisals.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT
Here in the CRHT team we work with people who are experiencing a mental health crisis, require extra support alongside their regular support network or who can have the same treatment provided at home that they would receive in a Mental Health Hospital. As an integral team in the Urgent Care Pathway we work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
We are a team that consists of Band 5 and 6 Nurses, Band 3 and Band 4 Support Workers, Social Workers, Non-Medical Prescribers, Medical Staff, Occupational Therapists, Administrators and Business Support Staff. As we work with people with all types of mental health presentations, we need to have a range of skills and interests that create a strong and responsive team.
If the sound of this post interests you, and you are a positive, experienced and confident leader, we would welcome your application. For informal discussions please contact Shelley Evans (Service Lead for Mental Health Urgent Care Services, South Staffordshire) shelley.evans@mpft.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT
Here in the CRHT team we work with people who are experiencing a mental health crisis, require extra support alongside their regular support network or who can have the same treatment provided at home that they would receive in a Mental Health Hospital. As an integral team in the Urgent Care Pathway we work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
We are a team that consists of Band 5 and 6 Nurses, Band 3 and Band 4 Support Workers, Social Workers, Non-Medical Prescribers, Medical Staff, Occupational Therapists, Administrators and Business Support Staff. As we work with people with all types of mental health presentations, we need to have a range of skills and interests that create a strong and responsive team.
If the sound of this post interests you, and you are a positive, experienced and confident leader, we would welcome your application. For informal discussions please contact Shelley Evans (Service Lead for Mental Health Urgent Care Services, South Staffordshire) shelley.evans@mpft.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Post-graduate qualification or equivalent experience in relevant clinical, professional or managerial role
- Evidence of ongoing continued professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical expertise in Mental Health Nursing (level 3 degree equivalent or above)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of effectively initiating, developing, implementing and evaluating operational processes.
- Demonstrable experience in performance management
- Experience in the direct line management of health or social care staff
- Evidence of improving service delivery in line with evidence-based practice.
Desirable
- Experience of managing multi-disciplinary teams
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Post-graduate qualification or equivalent experience in relevant clinical, professional or managerial role
- Evidence of ongoing continued professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical expertise in Mental Health Nursing (level 3 degree equivalent or above)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of effectively initiating, developing, implementing and evaluating operational processes.
- Demonstrable experience in performance management
- Experience in the direct line management of health or social care staff
- Evidence of improving service delivery in line with evidence-based practice.
Desirable
- Experience of managing multi-disciplinary teams
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
