Nursing Team Leader

MFT; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is seeking a Team Leader for the CAMHS in-patient service at Galaxy House, Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. The role supports the Ward Manager in delivering high standards of care for young people with mental health concerns and requires CAMHS experience, nursing registration, and leadership skills.

You will work a 37.5-hour week in a multi-disciplinary team, with a focus on clinical governance, staff development, and safe care.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Mental Health Nursing or Children’s Nursing, or RN with CAMHS experience
• Demonstrated interest and experience in CAMHS
• Mandatory PMVA training

Responsibilities

• Assist the Ward Manager in delivering high standards of care
• Act as a role model and support and guide the team
• Contribute to Practice Development and Improvement

Skills

Leadership

CAMHS experience

Clinical decision making

Teaching & supervision

Education

Degree or Diploma in Mental Health Nursing

RN qualification

Job description

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Main area CAMHS In-patient service Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Shift patterns across 7 days) Job ref 349-SHCG-8266726-RL4

Site Galaxy House, Royal Manchester Children's Hospital Town Manchester Salary £39,959 - £48,117 Per Annum (Pro Rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 26/10/2026 23:59

Job overview

As a Team Leader at Galaxy House you will assist the Ward Manager in ensuring high standards of care are delivered and maintained. You will
assist with Practice Development and act as a role model, supporting and guiding the team.

Main duties of the job

Galaxy House is an expanding service that treats young people with demanding physical and emotional issues. You must be motivated and
passionate about working with young people with mental health concerns, as the job can be physically and emotionally demanding. The role can
be physically demanding and due to the nature of the role and environment, there is a mandatory requirement for all staff to undertake the
‘Prevention & management of Physical Aggression’ (PMVA) training.
The department is based in the grounds of the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital and the service is QNIC accredited. We look after young
people up to the age of eighteen years and are a twelve bedded service. The department has recently expanded and now includes an eating
disorder out patient service.
You must have either a degree or Diploma in Mental Health Nursing or Children’s Nursing, or have a RN qualification, with CAMHS experience;
and must be able to show a demonstrative interest and experience in working with Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS).
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Team Leader to join our team. If you’re keen to learn and are able to work constructively as part
of a multi-disciplinary team, it could be the ideal role for you.
In return we will provide a comprehensive induction program and you will be appraised on a yearly basis with a view to developing knowledge
and skills where appropriate.

Working for our organisation

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Documents to download’ heading.

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We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS : Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS : Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police that’s considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the children’s and/or adults’ barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person specification

Qualifications

• NMC Registration RMN, RNLD or RSCN
• Evidence of CPD in CAMHS or Mental Health Services

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Practice Development and Improvement Work
• Experience or understanding of Audit and Accreditation
• Safeguarding knowledge

Training and Experience

• Experience working in CAMHS
• Evidence of multi-disciplinary / multi-agency working
• Experience of working in a leadership role
• Experience of research

Skills and Abilities

• Evidence of Leadership Skills
• Good analytical and clinical decision making skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Experience providing supervision and managing staff
• Evidence of teaching and assessment skills

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Nicola Clibbens Job title Ward Manager Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 0161 701 5326 Additional information

Service Lead - Lesley Dawson [e-mail]