Mental Health Team Manager Young Peoples Services

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected Housing Association in Swindon is seeking a Mental Health Team Manager for their Young People Services. The role involves overseeing supported housing schemes, managing a support team, and ensuring compliance with care objectives. A full-time position with potential for extension, it offers flexibility and the chance to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a managerial or senior support role.
• Strong understanding of mental health support within housing or community settings.
• Experience working with young people aged 16-25.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support a team of 8 Support Workers.
• Ensure high-quality support is delivered in line with care plans.
• Coordinate care and liaise with external professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mental Health Support

Risk Assessment

Safeguarding Knowledge

Job description

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Posted:

09.07.2025

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Job Description:

Mental Health Team Manager Young Peoples Services
Location: Swindon
Contract: Temporary, Minimum 6 Months (Ongoing)
Pay: £26 £28 per hour
Start Date: Immediate

Are you an experienced mental health or supported housing professional with a passion for helping young people? We are working with a respected Housing Association in Swindon to recruit a Mental Health Team Manager to lead and support their frontline services.

The Role:

Mental Health Team Manager Young Peoples Services
Location: Swindon
Contract: Temporary, Minimum 6 Months (Ongoing)
Pay: £26 £28 per hour
Start Date: Immediate

Are you an experienced mental health or supported housing professional with a passion for helping young people? We are working with a respected Housing Association in Swindon to recruit a Mental Health Team Manager to lead and support their frontline services.

The Role:

As the Team Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of two supported housing schemes that cater to young people experiencing mental health challenges. You will be responsible for:

• Managing and supporting a team of 8 Support Workers
• Ensuring high-quality support is delivered in line with care plans and service objectives
• Coordinating care and liaising with external health and social care professionals
• Monitoring risk, compliance, and safeguarding
• Supporting staff development and maintaining service performance

You Will Need:

• Proven experience in a similar managerial or senior support role
• Strong understanding of mental health support within housing or community settings
• Experience working with young people (1625)
• Knowledge of safeguarding, support planning, and risk assessment
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Details:

• Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week
• Swindon-based, with occasional remote working flexibility
• Temporary contract with an initial 6-month term, potential for extension

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now to join a forward-thinking organisation that values compassion, integrity, and real change in young peoples lives.

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