Community Learning Disability Team Manager

NHS; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An opportunity exists within the Rotherham Learning Disability team for a Community Team Manager. The role entails overseeing clinical services, managing personnel, and implementing care practices that align with national standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, experience in community settings, and a commitment to providing inclusive care for individuals with learning disabilities.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse Learning Disability (RNLD) or Registered Mental Nurse (RMN) with significant experience in learning disabilities.
• Experience managing staff and delivering clinical supervision.
• Understanding of MHA 1983, Human Rights Act 1998, and CPA MCA legislation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading clinical and operational aspects of the community learning disability team.
• Assist in day-to-day management and development of team services.
• Promote high standards of care in various clinical specialties.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical communication

Team management

Person-centered care

Education

RNLD or RMN

ENB 998 or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

The post holder will be based within the Rotherham Learning disability team and part of the wider Learning Disability and Forensic directorate. Working closely with the Learning disability Service Manager to review the current business activities within the service. The post holder will also be the lead in promoting the service, identifying good practice and working closely with the team to implement any recommendations.

The post holder will have direct line management responsibilities for the agreed service and robust management of the team.

The community team manager will assist and oversee the day to day clinical and operational responsibilities for the clinical services within the community learning disability team.

To lead and support the team in providing a high standard of care within a variety of clinical specialities.

To contribute to the development of the community health team services.

To lead and embed the principles of transforming care across the learning disability service.

Main duties of the job

Job outline:

• To provide support to the service manager to meet the aims and objectives of the service including deputising and delegated responsibilities.
• To provide support to the service manager in the effective day to day management of the team within the resources available and agreed governance frameworks.
• To review staffing levels and skill mix as necessary.
• To be responsible for the leadership, mentorship and support of staff on a daily basis
• To manage and provide management / clinical supervision to staff under your line management
• Work within the infection control agenda to improve standards
• Improving environments for patients
• Work with patients and their carer/relative in addressing concerns by building closer relationships
• To promote partnership working with patients, carers and stakeholders.

Scope & Authority:

Responsible for the day-to-day management of team

Develop and maintain a culture of person-centred care within the services.

Promote a caring environment where equality and diversity issues are respected, and service users and their carers are enabled to be partners in their care.

Responsibility for devolved budgets

Develop strategies to enhance communication between staff, patients/clients, relatives and their carers, showing awareness of barriers to understanding.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details Date posted

17 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-DCGM-0201

Job locations

Badsley Moor Lane

Badsley Moor Lane

Rotherham

S652QU

Job description Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Job description Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• RNLD or RMN with significant LD experience
• ENB 998 or equivalent
• Evidence of on-going continuous professional development
• Social Worker or AHP or Professional Registration

Experience Essential

• Appropriate demonstrable post registered and senior position experience.
• Experience of working within a community team.
• Working with carers.
• Experience of having managed staff groups and services, including recruitment, supervision, appraisal, staff development and disciplinary.
• Evidence of continuous personal and professional development.
• Understanding of national legislation MHA 1983, Human Rights Act 1998, CPA MCA etc
• Experience of Chairing meetings
• Effective leadership and management skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and that of others

Evidence of particular knowlendge skills and aptitudes Essential

• Demonstrate ability to influence and to motivate the clinical practice of others
• Able to demonstrate a flexible approach to the provision of holistic, clinically effective care
• Basic computer skills NVQ 1 and 2 or equivalent
• Well-developed management skills
• Good clinical communication skills, and the ability to communicate sensitive information
• Ability to work to agreed deadlines and budgets
• Ability to prepare detailed proposals for care and support packages based on assessment of individuals need and person-centred approach

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• RNLD or RMN with significant LD experience
• ENB 998 or equivalent
• Evidence of on-going continuous professional development
• Social Worker or AHP or Professional Registration

Experience Essential

• Appropriate demonstrable post registered and senior position experience.
• Experience of working within a community team.
• Working with carers.
• Experience of having managed staff groups and services, including recruitment, supervision, appraisal, staff development and disciplinary.
• Evidence of continuous personal and professional development.
• Understanding of national legislation MHA 1983, Human Rights Act 1998, CPA MCA etc
• Experience of Chairing meetings
• Effective leadership and management skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and that of others

Evidence of particular knowlendge skills and aptitudes Essential

• Demonstrate ability to influence and to motivate the clinical practice of others
• Able to demonstrate a flexible approach to the provision of holistic, clinically effective care
• Basic computer skills NVQ 1 and 2 or equivalent
• Well-developed management skills
• Good clinical communication skills, and the ability to communicate sensitive information
• Ability to work to agreed deadlines and budgets
• Ability to prepare detailed proposals for care and support packages based on assessment of individuals need and person-centred approach

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).

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.

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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Badsley Moor Lane

Badsley Moor Lane

Rotherham

S652QU

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Badsley Moor Lane

Badsley Moor Lane

Rotherham

S652QU

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)