Service Manager – Mental Health (Fixed-Term, Maternity Cover)

Look Ahead Care and Support; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit care provider in Greater London seeks a Service Manager for its Mental Health Service in Hammersmith and Fulham. The role involves managing contracts, leading a team of support workers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services within budget. Candidates should have experience in contract and resource management, staff development, and hold a relevant degree. The position is a maternity cover for 9 months at a salary of £39,000 per annum, with additional benefits including extensive annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Annual leave up to 30 days

Free DBS

Exclusive discounts

Fully paid induction and training

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous pension contributions

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Experience of managing contracts and delivering to budget.
• Proven track record in staff management and development.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts and frontline staff within designated area.
• Support leadership and professional development of staff.
• Ensure successful delivery of mental health services.

Skills

Management of contracts

Staff development

Experience in housing management

Budget delivery

External partnerships management

Education

Degree level education or equivalent

Relevant CMI / NVQ Level 4 or Business/Management Qualification

Job description

A not-for-profit care provider in Greater London seeks a Service Manager for its Mental Health Service in Hammersmith and Fulham. The role involves managing contracts, leading a team of support workers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services within budget. Candidates should have experience in contract and resource management, staff development, and hold a relevant degree. The position is a maternity cover for 9 months at a salary of £39,000 per annum, with additional benefits including extensive annual leave and a pension scheme.