Job summary
We are currently recruiting for exciting opportunities to join Turning Point and be part of our highly successful and innovative NHS Talking Therapies (formerly known as IAPT) service.
We support people in the local area who are having difficulty in coping and who may be suffering from a common mental illness such as depression, anxiety or phobias. Our approach embeds the notion of wellbeing and recovery and promotes personal responsibility for lifestyle choices and selfmanagement of mental wellbeing. For our clients, this has resulted in a highly accessible and user-friendly service available across a wide geographical area.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner with strong leadership skills to join our senior leadership team asDeputy Clinical Lead,working alongside our step 2 Deputy Clinical Lead and deputising to the service Clinical lead. This post is open to any experienced NHS Talking Therapy clinician who has been in a senior role and are formally qualified and fully accredited via established IAPT training and professional bodies.
This is a hybrid role and can involve a combination of service based and home working. We can offer part-time opportunities as well.
Main duties of the job
The role involves oversight of the Step 3 team including qualified and trainee High Intensity Therapists. You will be jointly responsible for the day-to-day operation of the service, including supervision and line management of clinical team leaders and therapists, delivery of KPIs and provision of training for staff. The role will also involve leading on specific areas for the service including development of links with external organisations as well as internal development projects.
You will work closely with the clinical lead and the senior leadership team to manage clinical and operational issues, and will have line management and clinical supervision responsibilities for team leaders and other clinical staff as required, as well as shared responsibility for designated management duties such as recruitment, line management and performance management.
You will have the opportunity to become involved with quality improvement projects and other initiatives that enhance the service user experience and will be responsible for providing reports and data around performance as appropriate.
The post holder will utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and research.
About us
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for further details.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:
- One-off £1,200 joining bonus - T&C's apply
- Access to all Active Luton facilities
- Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future were proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People.Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
- 33 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 35 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
- An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. Youll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
- Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
- Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
- Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more all free to you and your immediate family
- Recognition awards to recognise colleagues inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
- Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
- A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for further details.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:
- One-off £1,200 joining bonus - T&C's apply
- Access to all Active Luton facilities
- Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future were proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People.Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
- 33 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 35 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
- An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. Youll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
- Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
- Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
- Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more all free to you and your immediate family
- Recognition awards to recognise colleagues inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
- Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
- A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- accredited High Intensity Therapist
Experience
Essential
- As well as being an accredited High Intensity Therapist and trained supervisor, you will also have experience of developing a substantial service provision including management, service development and evaluation and providing expertise through teaching and supervising. A familiarity of a range of both Low and High Intensity Interventions is essential.
- You will have a track record of excellent collaborative working, staff development and good relationships with colleagues across mental health services.
- You will have experience of working in a senior role, providing management and supervision to staff within IAPT, and also experience of supporting service development and expansion in areas such as community partnerships, working with other healthcare providers, perinatal, and long-term health conditions amongst others.
- You will be familiar with IAPT requirements and have experience of using data to manage delivery of all key targets.
- Experience of working with long-term conditions is desirable.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- accredited High Intensity Therapist
Experience
Essential
- As well as being an accredited High Intensity Therapist and trained supervisor, you will also have experience of developing a substantial service provision including management, service development and evaluation and providing expertise through teaching and supervising. A familiarity of a range of both Low and High Intensity Interventions is essential.
- You will have a track record of excellent collaborative working, staff development and good relationships with colleagues across mental health services.
- You will have experience of working in a senior role, providing management and supervision to staff within IAPT, and also experience of supporting service development and expansion in areas such as community partnerships, working with other healthcare providers, perinatal, and long-term health conditions amongst others.
- You will be familiar with IAPT requirements and have experience of using data to manage delivery of all key targets.
- Experience of working with long-term conditions is desirable.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
