Community Team Manager, SCAMHS (Children & Young People)

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Ipswich

On-site

GBP 49,000 - 57,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

In-house & external training

Career progression

27–33 days leave + bank holidays

NHS discounts

Job summary

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust in Ipswich is seeking a Community Team Manager for Specialist Childrens Mental Health Services. You will lead a multidisciplinary team across CFYP, delivering safe, high‑quality care for children and young people.

You will oversee service delivery, support staff development and work within East Suffolk YAMHS networks to drive improvement and collaboration.

Qualifications

Nursing degree or equivalent, Dip SW, or Dip OT, or HCPC registration.
ILM management certificate or equivalent.
Experience at a senior clinical level including staff management/supervision.
Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.
Leadership in a Mental Health care environment.

Responsibilities

Provide professional leadership and governance to ensure a safe, responsive and high‑quality service for service users, their families and carers.
Key responsibilities include leading the team and ensuring staff are trained, informed and competent.
Establish robust supervision, appraisal and personal development systems.
Allocate and oversee caseloads to ensure safe practice and effective use of resources.
Promote a person‑centred approach involving service users and families in care planning.