Clinical Manager

The post holder will, in conjunction with senior management: be accountable for the delivery of Older People's Mental Health Services within a defined portfolio:

o Older People's Community Mental Health Teamso Dementia Assessment Unit (DAU)o Older People's Response Team (OPR Team)

The portfolio of services may be subject to change within the future as determined by the Trust senior management team.

Manage, maintain, monitor and facilitate the delivery of a high quality service in the most efficient and effective manner within existing constraints and within the parameters set out within the contracting agreement between the Trust and its commissioning bodies. Deliver high quality services to provide assurance that services meet the appropriate internal and national quality standards and appropriate clinical governance arrangements are implemented to promote best practice. Undertake an active role in the Foundation Trust ensuring services can demonstrate continuous improvement in both quality and cost efficiency. In conjunction with senior management support the development of the Trust's corporate planning cycles and aspirations and service development opportunities within defined portfolio. To be the responsible clinical manager for Older People's Mental Health Services within defined areas of responsibility across the Trust.

Closing Date: 28th October 26

Shortlisting Date: 29th - 30th October 26

Interview Date: 9th & 11th November 26 (Subject to change)

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -

We Care- We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference

We Listen- We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs

We Deliver- We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners

We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :

Increase mileage rates for > 4500

A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages

A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities

Plus many more.

We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible

Qualifications

Desirable: - Leadership qualification/training.

Experience