Service Manager (RMN/OT/SW)
The closing date is 19 February 2026
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to join the Central and West CYP service as the Service Manager. We are looking for an euthanistic, motivated individual to support with the overall delivery of services in CYP and also the exciting transformation agendas taking place.
We are looking for an individual with ideally experience of working in CYP services and previous management experience. The post holder must be committed to working with our system partners to improve the offer to children and young people locally.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for the operational management of services within a locality base. They will ensure that service lines deliver patient pathways that meet all quality and operational performance targets and that these are monitored and tracked. The post holder will lead, develop and manage teams within a portfolio to ensure that our services provide a high quality care for our service users
The post holder will be required to form effective working relationships internally by working collaboratively with other service managers of different multi-disciplinary teams, and external with clinical commissioning groups. Effective communication and interaction will also be required with stakeholders in other networks and with external stakeholders such as commissioners and other service providers, both NHS and voluntary sector.
The post holder will work in line with the Trust's corporate objectives and will be expected to make a positive contribution to the provision of health services.
The post holder will be expected to work in line with the Trust values and behave in a manner that facilitates the development of autonomous teams and individuals that are empowered, engaged and committed to continually delivering excellent care with compassion.
About us
LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.
We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.
LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.
Details
Date posted
05 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£55,690 to £62,682 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
5 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
351-BAY902-SRP
Job locations
Shawbrook House/TBC
Balcarres Road
Leyland
PR25 3ED
Employer details
Employer name
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Shawbrook House/TBC
Balcarres Road
Leyland
PR25 3ED
Employer's website
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