Primary Care Mental Health Team Leader

TN United Kingdom; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Primary Care Mental Health Team Leader to oversee a dedicated team in Poole. This role is pivotal in enhancing mental health services, requiring a registered health practitioner with a degree and significant experience in clinical settings. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, ensuring effective communication and collaboration with primary care and community partners. If you are passionate about mental health and eager to make a difference in people's lives, this opportunity offers a chance to shape the future of mental health care in the region.

Qualifications

• Registered health practitioner with a degree and PG Dip, working towards MA/MSc.
• Experience in Band 6 role or equivalent in mental health settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise multidisciplinary team members in a mental health setting.
• Work proactively with primary care and the VCSE sector.

Skills

Mental Health Awareness

Team Leadership

Clinical Experience

Proactive Communication

Education

Degree in Health Practice

PG Diploma

MA/MSc in relevant specialty

Tools

Electronic Patient Record Systems

Job description

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Primary Care Mental Health Team Leader, Poole

Client:

Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group

Location:

Poole, United Kingdom

Job Category:

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached job description and person specification for the main duties and responsibilities of this role. When completing your application, ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria outlined in these documents by demonstrating how your experience and skills apply to this post.

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Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Registered / Qualified health practitioner to degree level, supplemented by a minimum PG Dip (120 credits), and working towards MA / MSc or demonstrating extensive experience in the relevant specialty

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of recent evidence-based professional development documented in an up-to-date portfolio

Experience

Essential criteria

• Awareness of national and local transformation initiatives
• Experience working in a Band 6 role or equivalent clinical experience
• Experience working in a mental health setting
• Ability to work proactively and effectively with primary care and the VCSE sector

Desirable criteria

• Active involvement in local transformation work

Information Technology

Essential criteria

• Experience using electronic patient/service user record systems and other computer systems

Managerial/supervisory

Essential criteria

• Proactive involvement in supervising and developing multidisciplinary team members

Desirable criteria

• Management responsibilities in health or social care settings