Mental Health Service Manager

Northern Healthcare; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in Chester is seeking a Mental Health Service Manager to oversee and improve mental health support services. Your role will involve managing operations and leading a skilled team while ensuring compliance with legislation and fostering strong partnerships. The position offers a competitive salary of £42,000 plus a performance bonus up to £4,000, within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

Supportive working environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience required in mental health services management.
• Must be knowledgeable about safeguarding requirements.
• Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the daily running of mental health services.
• Lead, support, and supervise staff for effective performance.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and regulatory standards.
• Develop and implement service improvement plans.
• Build relationships with external partners and stakeholders.

Skills

Experience working within the mental health sector

Proven experience managing a service or team

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and relevant legislation

Excellent organisational and communication skills

A compassionate and professional approach

Job description

Location: Chester

Contract: Full-time
Salary: £42,000 per year + up to £4,000 annual performance bonus

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for improving mental health services? We are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Service Manager to oversee the delivery, development, and quality of our mental health support services in Chester.

About the Role

As the Mental Health Service Manager, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and leading a skilled team of mental health support workers. You will work closely with partners, stakeholders, and commissioners to maintain excellent standards of care and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the daily running of mental health services
• Lead, support, and supervise staff to ensure effective performance and professional growth
• Ensure compliance with legislation, safeguarding requirements, and regulatory standards
• Develop and implement service improvement plans
• Manage budgets, resources, and reporting
• Build strong relationships with external partners and stakeholders
• Monitor service outcomes and ensure person‑centred, recovery‑focused support

About You

• ✔ Experience working within the mental health sector
• ✔ Proven experience managing a service or team
• ✔ Strong knowledge of safeguarding and relevant legislation
• ✔ Excellent organisational and communication skills
• ✔ A compassionate and professional approach

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary of £42k plus up to £4k annual performance bonus
• Opportunity to lead a meaningful, impactful service
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Career development and progression opportunities

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person