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Team Lead- NHS 111

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Seaford, BN25 1FGView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

1 November 2026

11 days left

Job description

We are looking for an experienced SMHL Team Lead (Band 7) at our Crisis Line/111MH Option service. The service is a 24/7 mental health crisis line for...

We are looking for a motivated leader for the management of both operational and clinical matters including the review and development of policy relating to practice.

The post holder will provide clinical and managerial leadership to monitor and develop the practice of SMHL staff.

They will be required to develop and participate in the delivery of a supervision structure for team members and within this process ensuring staff within the service area are compliant with professional regulations.

They will take a lead on quality audits within the team and provide regular feedback to staff.

We are looking for staff confident in running a training programme for both substantive and bank staff and also ensuring all mandatory training is undertaken.

To ensure feedback loops with the organization through team brief and other communication routes within the care group.

The post holder will participate in working groups or service development forums to develop policies, protocols or guidelines relevant to multidisciplinary / multi agency clinical team and to ensure any such development is shared across relevant care groups or identified staff groups.

They will ensure quantitative and qualitative data measures (relevant to your care group) are produced, monitored and reviewed with the team, ensuring staff involvement.

They will lead on designated projects as required

Increased rates of pay for unsocial hours(some weekend and evening work) as set out under the Agenda for Change (AfC) guidelines.

Working at NHS 111 select the Mental Health Option : You will be joining a friendly, supportive and dedicated team responding to Sussex-wide callers. The service is free and is available to anyone of any age who is concerned about their own mental health or that of a relative or friend. This includes carers and healthcare professionals.

NHS 111 select the Mental Health Option is staffed by a team of experienced mental health clinicians and operators. Although we are not a counselling service, all our staff will listen and help callers to identify and clarify their immediate problems and to explore ways of coping or suggest alternative avenues of help

Career Progression: We know that building on your personal and professional development are key to providing the best patient care. We are committed to providing a working environment where you can progress your career, build your knowledge base and develop your skillset.

Living and working in East Sussex: Our staff know how amazing it is to live and work in East Sussex and we'd love you to experience that too by coming to work with us.

East Sussex offers an attractive mix of rolling countryside, picturesque coastline, vibrant towns such as Hastings and Brighton. It also has excellent connections to London and Gatwick Airport

If you need to relocate, we know this can be a massive decision for you and your family. You can rest assured that we will do our best to support you every step of the way.

Key Benefits: Excellent NHS Pension, Generous holiday entitlement (starting at 27 days + 8 bank holidays), Access to a host of NHS discount schemes (Blue Light Card, Health Service discounts, discounted petrol etc.), Free parking on-site, Access to full psychological support, via our internal wellbeing team,.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is committed to becoming a diverse employer and inclusive workplace in which people from all backgrounds can belong and pursue enriching careers. I

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Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered RMN or Allied Health Professional with current registration and relevant mental health experience appropriate to the job role.
  • Educated to minimum diploma level with a relevant qualification or equivalent experience
  • Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB equivalent
  • Evidence of CPD/post registration training in relevant service area

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

  • Significant experience of and demonstrable achievement in clinical practice
  • Experience of providing professional support/supervision and motivation of staff
  • Understanding of Health and Social Care Governance
  • Experience of managing staff
  • Awareness of Trust policies and service specification

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

20 October 2026

Last checked

21 October 2026

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Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

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