About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced, motivated and compassionate Team Manager to lead our Children and Young People's Eating Disorders Service (CYPEDS) in Cornwall.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to shape, strengthen and deliver a high-quality, evidence-based service for children, young people and their families affected by eating disorders.
You will play a key role in ensuring the service continues to provide timely, effective and compassionate care, in line with national standards and local priorities.
Main duties of the job
As Team Manager, you will:
Provide strong operational and clinical leadership to a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, therapists and support staff Lead the delivery of safe, effective and innovative care, ensuring high standards of clinical practice Oversee service performance, including access, waiting times and quality outcomes Support workforce development, supervision, and staff wellbeing Drive service improvement and transformation, embedding evidence-based approaches Work collaboratively with CAMHS, physical health services and community partners to ensure integrated care pathways Ensure compliance with relevant national guidance, policies and governance frameworks
About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 5,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 10 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.
Job description Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Experience Essential
Professional qualification- i.e. Nurse, social worker, SLT, OT, Psychology or equivalent experience Previous knowledge and experience of working with Eating disorders. Evidence of continuing professional development Leadership/Management qualification or experience to diploma level Substantial experience of clinical work as a qualified professional e.g. Social Work, Speech and Language, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Psychology Experience of managing a multi-disciplinary team Recent clinical experience or qualification in Child & Adolescent Mental Health.
Desirable
Previous knowledge and experience of working with under 18's with eating disorder presentations. Masters level qualification or equivalent experience Current professional registration
Skills and Aptitude Essential
Sound financial management skills Excellent leadership and development skills
Knowledge and abilities Essential
Substantial experience in Safeguarding Children Evidence of continued practice & professional development Experience of setting up new processes/projects Experience of leading on policy and service development
Personal Qualities Essential
Ability to manage complex cases, analyse complex information and offer sound clinic guidance, advise, and make effective decisions. Ability to undertake difficult conversations with staff teams, partner agencies, referrers and families/ carers.
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.
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 Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Newquay Integrated Health Hub at Treviglas School
Bradley Road
Newquay
TR7 3JA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)