Neighbourhood Lead - IMHT Stafford
The closing date is 04 May 2026
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to recruit 1 wte, Band 7 Neighbourhood Lead for Stafford IMHT based in the South West locality of South Staffordshire Adult Mental Health Services.
This specialist post requires the applicant to have an understanding of the business of the service and be committed to delivering at a leadership level.The successful applicant will hold a clear understanding of the Community Mental Health Transformation program and the ongoing priorities for Mental Health Services across our Integrated Care System.
The Integrated Mental Health teams work as part of a 'neighbourhood' offering place based provision of mental health services in partnership with other local organisations. Clinicians within the IMHT will offer interventions and treatments which are concordant with NICE guidelines, and allocation within the team will be based on the needs of the service user, matching clinician skills to service user needs.
Main duties of the job
- Work collaboratively with the Operational Manager, and team clinical / professional leads in the planning and delivery of the service.
- To ensure that all Trust policies and guidelines are adhered to and provide guidance to clinical staff regarding implementation.
- To support the local implementation of National strategies and to initiate change and practice development.
- Be integral and take a lead in driving forwards the principles of Mental Health Transformation
- Lead on developing team objectives in line with the integrated care agenda andcare group objectives.
- To actively champion and participate in quality improvement within the team, to drive forward service development and innovations through implementation of MPFT quality improvement and lean methodology.
- Work with Service Leads and Head of Operations on service development and redesign and effectively manage service change across the workforce.
- Work with the wider Mental Health Leadership Team with the ongoing review andredesign of services.
- Lead on promoting and embedding service user involvement into the design, development and delivery of services, including ongoing processes to measures the impact service user feedback has on service.
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
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Details
Date posted
20 April 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
301-RJ-26-7921603
Job locations
Foundation House
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Foundation House
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
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