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Team Leader

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You need to be a passionate, driven clinician with skills in mental health service leadership and a commitment to helping service users achieve greater independence.
  • You will manage a diverse team, support staff development, oversee service quality, collaborate with stakeholders, and lead innovative projects to enhance user care and experiences.

Requirements

  • * Highly motivated and enthusiastic clinicians with a passion for psychosocial rehabilitation
  • * Commitment, drive and creativity in meeting the challenges for the team
  • * Experience of management is less important than the above qualities
  • * Skills in leading and managing mental health services
  • * Ability to support service users to achieve living with greater independence

Responsibilities

  • Manage a small staff team of AHPs, nurses, social workers and support staff. There is also a role in overseeing the operational input of psychology and medical staff.
  • Taking a lead on the support and development of staff in the team.
  • Being part of a senior management team with overall responsibility for the ongoing development and direction of the rehab teams.
  • Taking responsibility for the overall performance and quality of the services the team provides.
  • Positively contributing ideas and putting in place plans to improve the quality of services.
  • Actively working with key stakeholders to promote rehab services.
  • Getting involved in areas of specialist interest and developing novel projects that improve service user care and experiences.

FAQs

What is the role of the Team Leader in the Ealing Community Rehab Teams?

The Team Leader manages a small staff team of AHPs, nurses, social workers, and support staff, oversees the operational input of psychology and medical staff, and contributes to the overall development and direction of the rehab teams.

What qualifications or experience do I need to apply for this role?

Previous management experience is less important than having a commitment, drive, and creativity in meeting the challenges for the team. Enthusiasm for psychosocial rehabilitation and service development is essential.

Will I receive support in my role as a Team Leader?

Yes, the successful applicant will be supported by senior and professional management, as well as a highly engaged team.

What key responsibilities will the Team Leader have?

Responsibilities include managing staff performance and quality, contributing ideas for service improvement, working with stakeholders, and developing projects to enhance service user care and experiences.

Can I suggest innovative projects for service improvement?

Yes, the role involves getting involved in areas of specialist interest and developing novel projects that improve service user care and experiences.

What is the organizational culture like at West London NHS Trust?

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, employing over 5,000 staff with a commitment to providing high-quality mental and physical healthcare. The Trust is rated as 'Good' overall and 'Outstanding' in forensic services.

How can I get more information or ask questions about the job?

For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Martin Morgan, the Team Manager, at martin.morgan5@nhs.net.

West London NHS Trust is one the most diverse providers of NHS mental and physical health care in the UK.

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Mission & Purpose

West London NHS Trust provides mental health, community, and social care services across West London. The trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that supports mental well-being and physical health. Their purpose is to improve the lives of individuals and communities by offering comprehensive healthcare services, focusing on recovery and promoting mental health awareness. They aim to provide personalised care that respects the dignity and needs of each patient.