Substance Misuse Clinical Team Leader (Custodial)

Forward Trust; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Staff development

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

The Forward Trust in Chelmsford is seeking a Senior Band 6 (Team Leader) to provide clinical leadership and operational management for our healthcare team within a custodial environment. The role focuses on safe, patient-centred care and maintaining high clinical standards across services.

Based in Chelmsford, the post offers a competitive salary (£42,170 per year) and opportunities to lead a multidisciplinary team, drive governance, and promote best practice in a secure setting.

Qualifications

• Has strong clinical leadership and team management skills.
• Can motivate, support and supervise a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Is committed to delivering safe, effective and patient-centred care.
• Has a good understanding of clinical governance, professional standards and best practice.
• Can ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures and relevant healthcare regulations.
• Understands the importance of maintaining safety and security within a custodial environment.
• Has excellent communication, organisational and decision-making skills.
• Can promote a positive working culture and support the ongoing development of healthcare staff.
• Is committed to continuous improvement and maintaining high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership: Provide day-to-day clinical leadership, guidance and support to the healthcare team.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team management

Staff supervision

Governance & standards

Policy compliance

Communication

Organisation & planning

Decision making

Continuous improvement

Job description

The Forward Trust in Chelmsford is seeking a Senior Band 6 (Team Leader) to provide clinical leadership and operational management for our healthcare team within a custodial environment. The role focuses on safe, patient-centred care and maintaining high clinical standards across services.

Based in Chelmsford, the post offers a competitive salary (£42,170 per year) and opportunities to lead a multidisciplinary team, drive governance, and promote best practice in a secure setting.