About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated professional to join Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust as the Team Manager for our Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Service and Connect to Work. You will provide clinical and operational leadership to a dedicated team supporting people with mental health needs to achieve and sustain meaningful employment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a registered healthcare professional with leadership experience to shape and develop a high-quality, recovery-focused service. You will champion person-centred care, functional recovery and meaningful occupation, ensuring the IPS model is delivered effectively across Herefordshire and Worcestershire while maintaining fidelity to the nationally recognised approach.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate leader who can inspire staff, build strong partnerships with our local mental health teams, employers and community organisations, and drive continuous service improvement. In return, you will join a supportive organisation committed to staff wellbeing, professional development and flexible working opportunities where service needs allow
This is a full time post.
Applicants must read the attached guidance notes before submitting your application for full understanding of Trust requirements.
Main duties of the job
Lead and coordinate the delivery of the IPS service across Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Provide clinical and operational leadership, ensuring high-quality, recovery-focused care and support.
Champion person-centred approaches, meaningful occupation and sustainable employment outcomes for people experiencing mental health difficulties.
Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, partner agencies, voluntary organisations and multidisciplinary teams.
Support, supervise and develop staff through effective leadership, appraisal and professional development opportunities.
Lead on service development, quality improvement initiatives and implementation of the IPS Fidelity Scale.
Monitor performance, analyse service data and use evidence-based practice to drive improvements and achieve positive outcomes.
Represent the IPS service at internal and external meetings, promoting the value of employment and meaningful activity in recovery.
Manage competing priorities, complex service demands and workforce challenges while maintaining high standards of care and staff wellbeing.
Role model the Trust's values and behaviours, fostering an inclusive, supportive and compassionate team culture.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer;
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours Flexible and agile working opportunities Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support Wide range of supportive staff networks Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our website Staff benefits | Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
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Job description Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Current registration with appropriate professional body Relevant professional registration in relation to health or social care - RMN/OT/Social Worker Post Graduate qualification in relevant area or extensive relevant experience to Post Graduate level. Evidence of Leadership and Managerial experience
Desirable
Coaching qualification Specialist knowledge and training in Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model
Experience Essential
Experience of working in the community at leadership level Previous experience supervising / managing staff, undertaking basic HR functions Experience of working with patient with complex care needs requiring higher levels of expertise Proven ability to apply models in clinical practice. Experience of audit, research and the application of evidence-based practice Experience of teaching, assessing and developing training programmes Experience of collaboration working with other agencies including the voluntary sector Experience of using coaching to support staff.
Knowledge Essential
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding on the Mental Health Act, MCA and legal aspects of Mental Health Care. Up to date clinical knowledge including risk assessment, dual diagnosis and complex health and social care needs Understanding of how occupational factors (roles, routines, habits, environments) influence recovery and engagement in employment. Knowledge of functional and vocational barriers commonly experienced by people with mental health needs and how these can be addressed through supportive strategies within IPS. Detailed knowledge and ability to apply and teach risk management Awareness and understanding of contemporary development in mental health care including the Recovery Model Knowledge of Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Procedures
Desirable
Ability to participate in service development processes at a strategic level Knowledge in Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model
Skills & Abilities Essential
Ability to use reasoning to support staff in understanding functional barriers, motivation, daily structure and engagement Ability to translate OT concepts into practical guidance for staff. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire a team to deliver high quality recovery focussed IPS support. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats. Proven ability to work with Clients and carers who are distressed A proven ability to work with colleagues from other professions and agencies in a collaborative manner effectively
Additional Criteria Essential
Ability to travel around the locality as requested, independently and efficiently.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Address Studdert Kennedy House
Spring Gardens
Worcester
WR1 2AE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hacw.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)