Job summary
Fixed Term: 4 weeks | Full-time | SCH Internal Applicants Only Interview date: 10th July
Join our dynamic team at Sapphire Lodge, part of the Becton Centre GAU, providing specialist mental health support to young people aged 13-18.
We're looking for a confident and motivated Clinical Lodge Manager to lead and inspire the team, ensuring delivery of high-quality, clinically effective care. You will provide both clinical and managerial leadership, oversee service operations, support staff development, and collaborate within wider CAMHS and partner networks.
About you:
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Registered Nurse qualification in MH, LD, or Child Nursing
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Significant post-registration experience in CAMHS or mental health settings
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Proven leadership and multi-disciplinary team experience
Main duties of the job
Reporting to the Lead Nurse, your responsibilities will include:
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Lead lodge operations, staff, and resources
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Deliver clinical supervision and support to junior team members
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Ensure governance, risk management, and quality care delivery
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Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and external partners
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Guide strategic and operational improvements
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
#LI-Onsite
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RMN / RN (Mental Health) or RLDN / RN (Learning Disabilities) registration OR Occupational Therapist registration/Social Work registration OR RN (Child)
- Master's level education or equivalent level of experience
Desirable
- Practice Educator and Assessor Preparation (PEAP) qualified
- Leadership development training
- ADOS Training/ Neuro-developmental assessment training
- Trauma informed practice training
- EMDR Training
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience in a CAMHS and/or Mental Health setting.
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary team and leadership experience within a team.
- Experience of working with and an in-depth understanding of safeguarding roles and processes when working with young people and families
- Experience of undertaking audit work or service improvement work to continually improve services
Desirable
- Experience of managing budgets
- Setting and auditing clinical standards
- Involvement in research studies relevant to the clinical area
- Experience of using project management tools in the delivery of a service improvement project
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Legal Frameworks relevant to CAMHS
- An in depth and comprehensive understanding of child development, Neuro-developmental conditions, trauma and attachment difficulties.
- Comprehensive mental health assessment and therapeutic intervention skills
- Understanding of evidenced based practise and clinical guidance to ensure high standards of care
- Ability to manage complex and challenging situations within the clinical setting and within the team with professionalism and empathy.
- Ability to influence and negotiate with colleagues and stakeholders
- Ability to safely manage a clinical environment in line with Care Group's clinical governance structure
- Ability to motivate individuals and support continuous development of the team through strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to be able to balance operational demands with the service priorities.
Desirable
- Quality Assurance principles
- Experience working with families as well as individuals.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible approach to work with a desire to make positive changes to practice
- Passionate about creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can fully participate and thrive
- Ability to work effectively within a team, developing positive relationships with others and working collaboratively to achieve shared goals and objectives
- Ability to undertake self-reflection
- Empathetic and compassionate in challenging situations
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RMN / RN (Mental Health) or RLDN / RN (Learning Disabilities) registration OR Occupational Therapist registration/Social Work registration OR RN (Child)
- Master's level education or equivalent level of experience
Desirable
- Practice Educator and Assessor Preparation (PEAP) qualified
- Leadership development training
- ADOS Training/ Neuro-developmental assessment training
- Trauma informed practice training
- EMDR Training
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience in a CAMHS and/or Mental Health setting.
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary team and leadership experience within a team.
- Experience of working with and an in-depth understanding of safeguarding roles and processes when working with young people and families
- Experience of undertaking audit work or service improvement work to continually improve services
Desirable
- Experience of managing budgets
- Setting and auditing clinical standards
- Involvement in research studies relevant to the clinical area
- Experience of using project management tools in the delivery of a service improvement project
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Legal Frameworks relevant to CAMHS
- An in depth and comprehensive understanding of child development, Neuro-developmental conditions, trauma and attachment difficulties.
- Comprehensive mental health assessment and therapeutic intervention skills
- Understanding of evidenced based practise and clinical guidance to ensure high standards of care
- Ability to manage complex and challenging situations within the clinical setting and within the team with professionalism and empathy.
- Ability to influence and negotiate with colleagues and stakeholders
- Ability to safely manage a clinical environment in line with Care Group's clinical governance structure
- Ability to motivate individuals and support continuous development of the team through strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to be able to balance operational demands with the service priorities.
Desirable
- Quality Assurance principles
- Experience working with families as well as individuals.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible approach to work with a desire to make positive changes to practice
- Passionate about creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can fully participate and thrive
- Ability to work effectively within a team, developing positive relationships with others and working collaboratively to achieve shared goals and objectives
- Ability to undertake self-reflection
- Empathetic and compassionate in challenging situations
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
