Step 2 Manager (Ref:00034ZB)

TN United Kingdom; London; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in the UK is seeking a Step 2 Manager for its NHS Talking Therapies Service. This full-time role involves remote work and travel within Kent. The ideal candidate will have management experience and a passion for mental health support. Employee benefits include generous leave, flexible working options, and a bonus scheme for referrals.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional day off for birthday or special occasion

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

2 days paid volunteer leave per year

Auto-enrollment into pension scheme

Access to Blue Light Card for discounts

Flexible working options

Wellbeing resources

Refer a Friend scheme with £500 bonus

Qualifications

• Previous line management experience in a Talking Therapies Service preferred.
• Experience in health, social care, or criminal justice settings considered.

Responsibilities

• Support development of Step 2 Talking Therapies services.
• Assist staff with clinical performance, safeguarding, and quality assurance.

Skills

Stakeholder Relationship Building

Understanding Mental Health Challenges

Positive Engagement

Education

Line Management Experience

Experience in Health or Social Care

Job description

Job Application Instructions

All applicants must submit a CV and a covering letter explaining why they should be considered for this role. Applications without a covering letter will not be accepted.

The closing date is 6th June 2025, but early application is encouraged as we may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

About the Role

We are seeking a Step 2 Manager to join our leadership team within the NHS Talking Therapies Service. WithYou is a charity offering free, confidential support for individuals facing challenges with drugs, alcohol, or mental health issues.

This full-time, permanent position offers remote working, with travel within Kent for meetings and events as needed. Salary will be based on experience and suitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of Step 2 Talking Therapies services.
• Assist staff with clinical performance, safeguarding, and quality assurance.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous line management experience, preferably in a Talking Therapies Service. Experience in health, social care, or criminal justice settings will also be considered.
• Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders and understanding of common mental health challenges.
• Passion for our work and a positive, engaging approach.

A full job description and person specification are available upon request.

Successful candidates will need to provide 3 years' references and undergo an enhanced DBS check where applicable.

About WithYou

WithYou provides free, confidential support to over 100,000 people annually across England and Scotland, helping with issues related to drugs, alcohol, and mental health.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We strive to create an inclusive culture that values diverse voices and experiences. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including those with lived experience, disabilities, from racialized communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, all ages, and armed forces veterans.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for veterans and candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria, and we are a Disability Confident Employer. Reasonable adjustments can be made during the selection process for applicants with disabilities or health conditions.

Employee Benefits

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday or a special occasion
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Two days paid volunteer leave per year
• Auto-enrollment into our pension scheme
• Access to a Blue Light Card for discounts
• Flexible working arrangements and wellbeing support
• Refer a Friend scheme offering a £500 bonus for successful referrals, subject to conditions