Job summary
An exciting secondment opportunity has arisen for the position of Operational Manager within the Health and Justice Service. This role will involve strategic and operational oversight of a Cat C and Cat D male prison's intergrated mental health service , ensuring high standards of care, safety, and service delivery.
The Health and Justice Service encompasses a diverse range of secure care environments, including:
- HMP Risley
- HMP Thorn Cross
- HMP Manchester
- HMP Styal
- HMP Buckley Hall
- HMP Forest Bank
- OPD service
- Liason and diversion
- Approved Premises
This position offers a unique chance to contribute to the development and continuous improvement of Health and Justice services, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to support recovery-focused care and rehabilitation.
Main duties of the job
The Operational Manager will lead the day-to-day and financial operations of a designated area within the Health and Justice Services. This leadership role is central to ensuring that services run efficiently, safely, and in alignment with strategic goals.
The post holder will maintain a strong and visible presence across the service, engaging actively with both staff and service users. As a role model and advocate for recovery and positive change, they will foster a culture of continuous improvement and person-centred care.
A key responsibility will be to uphold and enhance the quality of care delivered within their area, achieved through the implementation and monitoring of performance standards, and by supporting the ongoing development of the workforce.
Working in close partnership with clinical colleagues, the Operational Manager will ensure that all care and interventions are responsive to the needs of service users and contribute meaningfully to their recovery journey.
In addition, the post holder will act as deputy to the Service Manager, providing leadership cover when required, and will report to the Head of Operations as necessary.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant Core Professional qualification in mental health e.g. registered nurse, clinical psychologist, social worker plus evidence of continued Professional development o Evidence of professional registration o Educated to first degree level or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and abilities to work at this level
Desirable
- Experience in both health and social care-Experience as a practicing professional in a mental/physical health environment
- Experience of working closely with service users and advocacy schemes
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Highly motivated individual with strong personal integrity Ability to communicate with staff at all levels and with colleagues within and external to the organisation Demonstrates a leadership style which supports the development of positive relationships and effective team work
- Knowledge of legislation, statutory and good practice guidance relating to mental health (including the National Service Frameworks, NICE guidelines, the Mental Health Act, the Care Programme Approach and the Mental Capacity Act.
- Ability to provide leadership and management skills to an integrated multidisciplinary team. - Ability to organise, prioritise and monitor own and others work load. - Supervisory skills including staff appraisal and supervision. - Ability to contribute to staff training and development. - Ability to communicate and work effectively with service users, carers, other agencies and professionals. - Ability to involve service users and carers in service delivery, service evaluation and service development. - Ability to manage change and contribute to the development of services. - Ability to contribute to the development of service policies and strategies
- Ability to ensure and oversee effective budget management
- Understand all Trust Policies and Procedures. o Understand the Trusts Strategic Goals and how they can support them. o Understand the need to safeguard children and vulnerable adults. o Carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with Equal Opportunities, equality and Diversity and dignity in care and work policies and principles.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant Core Professional qualification in mental health e.g. registered nurse, clinical psychologist, social worker plus evidence of continued Professional development o Evidence of professional registration o Educated to first degree level or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and abilities to work at this level
Desirable
- Experience in both health and social care-Experience as a practicing professional in a mental/physical health environment
- Experience of working closely with service users and advocacy schemes
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Highly motivated individual with strong personal integrity Ability to communicate with staff at all levels and with colleagues within and external to the organisation Demonstrates a leadership style which supports the development of positive relationships and effective team work
- Knowledge of legislation, statutory and good practice guidance relating to mental health (including the National Service Frameworks, NICE guidelines, the Mental Health Act, the Care Programme Approach and the Mental Capacity Act.
- Ability to provide leadership and management skills to an integrated multidisciplinary team. - Ability to organise, prioritise and monitor own and others work load. - Supervisory skills including staff appraisal and supervision. - Ability to contribute to staff training and development. - Ability to communicate and work effectively with service users, carers, other agencies and professionals. - Ability to involve service users and carers in service delivery, service evaluation and service development. - Ability to manage change and contribute to the development of services. - Ability to contribute to the development of service policies and strategies
- Ability to ensure and oversee effective budget management
- Understand all Trust Policies and Procedures. o Understand the Trusts Strategic Goals and how they can support them. o Understand the need to safeguard children and vulnerable adults. o Carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with Equal Opportunities, equality and Diversity and dignity in care and work policies and principles.
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).
