Job summary
We are seeking to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic Team Manager to join our leadership team within the Talking Therapies service,
The successful candidate will be responsible for the operational management of one of the teams in the service, but will be expected to provide leadership cover across localities within the service if needed. We cover the whole district and have 3 main bases in Bradford, Shipley and Keighley although you may have staff based further afield.
They will work within a friendly and well-established multi-disciplinary team and will work collaboratively with colleagues. The post holder will assist the Service Manager and Clinical manager and take line management, clinical and professional development responsibilities for the Team.
The post holder will have operational management and mental health experience. Knowledge of Talking Therapies services is useful but not essential.
The Talking Therapies Service has a strong focus on Staff Wellbeing. We have loads of CPD opportunities and as a service we are constantly developing with opportunities for staff to get involved and lead on service changes.
Leadership in Talking Therapies is a really exciting place to be, we are constantly adapting and changing as a service and we have lots of opportunities to expand and do marketing and promotion work alongside the day to day management.
Closing date: 23rd January 2026
Shortlisting date: 26th January 2026
Interview date: 2nd February 2026
Main duties of the job
This post will have managerial and supervisory responsibility for the TT Team.
The post holder will assist the Service Manager and Clinical manager and take line management, clinical and professional development responsibilities for the team.
The post holder will be expected to work closely with relevant organisations and develop and maintain working relationships in their locality with GPs, secondary and tertiary teams and voluntary sector organisations.
The post holder will alongside the other team mangers in continually developing the service and ensuring the delivery of an integrated locality service. The service will be flexible, user centred and complementary to other elements of the wider health provision.
Please note that this job description serves to provide an illustrative example of the duties and responsibilities the post holder may be expected to undertake during the course of their normal duties. It is not therefore an exhaustive list; the post holder will therefore be required to undertake other responsibilities and duties that are considered to be commensurate with the band.
About us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -
We Care- We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
We Listen- We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver- We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :
Increase mileage rates for > 3500
A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
Plus many more.
We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT).
Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT).
Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in Mental Health e.g. Dip SW, CBT, Counselling or a core profession OR Significant experience of management and leadership within a mental health service.
Desirable
- TT Qualification
- Leadership training.
- Teaching (clinical practice) qualification/certificate or equivalent experience.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of two years post qualification experience of working in mental health services
- Evidence of significant post qualification training in relevant areas
- Experience of line management of a clinical team including allocation and monitoring of workload
- Experience of receiving / providing clinical supervision
Desirable
- Experience of working in an NHS Talking Therapy service
- Experience of involving service users and carers and actively incorporating their experiences
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate an understanding of the relevant area of mental health practise.
- Specialist knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practical experience.
Desirable
- Awareness of a range of psychological therapy modalities/professions and implications for practice, professional development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in Mental Health e.g. Dip SW, CBT, Counselling or a core profession OR Significant experience of management and leadership within a mental health service.
Desirable
- TT Qualification
- Leadership training.
- Teaching (clinical practice) qualification/certificate or equivalent experience.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of two years post qualification experience of working in mental health services
- Evidence of significant post qualification training in relevant areas
- Experience of line management of a clinical team including allocation and monitoring of workload
- Experience of receiving / providing clinical supervision
Desirable
- Experience of working in an NHS Talking Therapy service
- Experience of involving service users and carers and actively incorporating their experiences
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate an understanding of the relevant area of mental health practise.
- Specialist knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practical experience.
Desirable
- Awareness of a range of psychological therapy modalities/professions and implications for practice, professional development.
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.
