IPS Team Leader - West Yorkshire

Shaw Trust; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave + bank holidays

Two volunteering days

Enhanced pension

Life assurance

Funding for qualifications

Inclusive colleague networks

Health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Shaw Trust is seeking an IPS Team Leader to guide and develop Employment Specialists delivering IPS-based support to people with mental and/or physical health needs across Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield and Kirklees.

You will oversee supervision, performance, and fidelity reviews, while partnering with NHS and local employers to drive better employment outcomes. This role prioritises impact, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of teams delivering employment support services.
• Experience supporting people with mental health and/or physical health needs.
• Knowledge of IPS fidelity standards and contractual requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Employment Specialists to deliver a high-quality IPS service.
• Provide supervision, coaching and development to colleagues.
• Monitor performance against targets and fidelity standards; implement improvements.
• Lead IPS Fidelity Reviews and coordinate with NHS partners and local employers.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and support service delivery improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Relationship-building

IPS fidelity

Job description

At Shaw Trust we believe everyone has the right to live a decent and dignified life and the opportunity for rewarding work. As a leading social purpose organisation, we challenge inequality, break down barriers, and create opportunities that enable people to thrive. By working collaboratively with partners across health, employment and community services, we're helping to build a fairer society where everyone can realise their potential.

We're proud of the difference we make and the recognition we've received for our work. Shaw Trust is a Disability Confident Leader, a National Equality Standard employer and has been awarded Menopause Friendly Accreditation.

Are you passionate about empowering people with mental health and/or physical health support needs to find, secure and thrive in meaningful employment? Do you want a rewarding career where every day offers the chance to create lasting positive change?

We're looking for experienced and inspiring IPS Team Leaders to lead and develop our employment support teams across Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield and Kirklees.

About the Role

As an IPS Team Leader, you'll lead, support and motivate a team of Employment Specialists to deliver high-quality, person-centred support for people with mental and/or physical health needs. Through regular supervision, coaching and mentoring, you'll help your team achieve positive employment outcomes while delivering services in line with IPS fidelity standards and contractual requirements.

You’ll provide leadership, guidance and performance oversight, ensuring Employment Specialists have the skills, confidence and support needed to deliver excellent outcomes. Working closely with your team, you'll drive performance against key measures, including referrals, job starts, sustained employment outcomes and service quality.

As part of the role, you'll lead and support IPS Fidelity Reviews, driving continuous improvement and ensuring the service consistently meets both internal and external fidelity standards. You'll also work closely with NHS partners, community stakeholders and local employers to strengthen partnerships, embed IPS within clinical services and create opportunities that transform lives through employment.

This is a performance-focused role with clear targets relating to referrals, job starts and sustained employment outcomes. Most importantly, it is an opportunity to make a genuine difference to people's lives and support lasting positive change.

We particularly welcome applications from local residents within our delivery areas.

Areas of Delivery

Please state your preferred area(s) within your supporting statement.

Leeds | Bradford | Wakefield | Kirklees

This is a community-based role where you will work flexibly across the local area.

Recruitment Timeline

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre on Friday 11th and Saturday 12th December.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and motivate a team of Employment Specialists to deliver a high-quality IPS service and achieve positive employment outcomes.
• Provide regular supervision, coaching and developmental support to help colleagues perform at their best.
• Monitor performance against contractual targets and IPS fidelity standards, implementing improvement plans where required.
• Lead and support internal and external IPS Fidelity Reviews, driving continuous improvement across the service.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with NHS partners, referral stakeholders and local employers.
• Support the continuous development of systems, processes and ways of working to enhance service delivery and outcomes.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop and inspire others.
• A genuine passion for helping people achieve their potential through employment.
• Excellent communication, coaching and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, resilient and solution-focused approach.
• Experience supporting people with mental health and/or physical health needs, or other barriers to employment.
• Knowledge of employment services, IPS or recruitment is desirable.

Please note that all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Adult and Child DBS check, satisfactory references and verification of their right to work in the UK.

Why Join Shaw Trust?

When you join Shaw Trust, you'll become part of an organisation with a strong social purpose, a supportive culture and a commitment to helping colleagues develop and succeed. Alongside meaningful work and great training opportunities, you'll benefit from:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 28 days with service, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Two paid volunteering days each year.
• Enhanced pension contributions after six months' service.
• Life assurance of three times your annual salary.
• Funded qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities.
• Inclusive colleague networks including LGBTQ+, Disability, Neurodiversity, Women's and Menopause communities.
• A comprehensive range of health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme and health cash plan.

A Place Where You Belong

At Shaw Trust, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everybody feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of disability, health conditions or social exclusion. We believe people perform at their best when they feel supported to succeed. That's why our structured four-week induction programme is designed to provide the training, guidance and confidence you need to settle into your role, develop your skills and flourish in your career.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or would like to find out more about the role, please contact (url removed).

Please note, we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications