Job summary
Do you have experience in a primary care setting managing health services? Have you worked in a GP practice with different health professionals? The Health and Justice division is pleased to share an exciting opportunity to work as a Service Manager managing HMP Manchester. This unique community provides the same healthcare provision you would find outside of the prison, it will be your role to lead and operationally manage the delivery of physical health and social care services. You will be a significant part of the multi-disciplinary senior leadership team and will work alongside our corporate colleagues. It is essential that you work collaboratively with prison colleagues to ensure seamless care delivery and clear leadership within the prison healthcare setting.
You will have a range of responsibilities including deputising for the Head of Operations, contributing to the management of change in service provision, supporting service re-design and directly influencing future service provision.
The Health and Justice division within GMMH has a substantial portfolio of both health and social care and mental health services within custodial settings. The division is a fast-paced and innovative environment.
You must have been resident in the county for a minimum of 2 years and be able to undertake prison clearance and counter terrorism clearance.
The role may require you to work flexibly across other sites if needed.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role are detailed with the attached job description and person specification.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A relevant health or social care qualification at degree level or equivalent
- Evidence of further formal management study and/or qualification
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Significant track record of employment at a senior operational level, delivering services in a mental/physical health provider
- Considerable experience in operational leadership roles
- Evidence of leading service change with colleagues
- oExperience of managing financial resources at a senior level
Desirable
- Experience in both health and social care
- Experience as a practicing professional in a mental/physical health environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of current national health agenda
- An understanding of the role and its contribution to the overall Trust agenda
- Sound knowledge of clinical governance and effective systems
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Highly motivated individual with strong personal integrity
- Ability to communicate with staff at all levels and with colleagues within and external to the organisation
- Demonstrates a leadership style which supports the development of positive relationships and effective team work
- Ability and commitment to work as part of a corporate team
Desirable
- Experience of working closely with service users and advocacy schemes
Key Skills
Essential
- Ability to analyse complex issues and identify potential solutions
- Ability to address difficult situations and problems including those relating to individual colleagues, by using effective problem solving techniques
- Effective motivator with strong influencing skills and personal credibility
Other Requirements
Essential
- There is a frequent requirement to travel across the organisation to attend meetings and events relevant to the role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A relevant health or social care qualification at degree level or equivalent
- Evidence of further formal management study and/or qualification
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Significant track record of employment at a senior operational level, delivering services in a mental/physical health provider
- Considerable experience in operational leadership roles
- Evidence of leading service change with colleagues
- oExperience of managing financial resources at a senior level
Desirable
- Experience in both health and social care
- Experience as a practicing professional in a mental/physical health environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of current national health agenda
- An understanding of the role and its contribution to the overall Trust agenda
- Sound knowledge of clinical governance and effective systems
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Highly motivated individual with strong personal integrity
- Ability to communicate with staff at all levels and with colleagues within and external to the organisation
- Demonstrates a leadership style which supports the development of positive relationships and effective team work
- Ability and commitment to work as part of a corporate team
Desirable
- Experience of working closely with service users and advocacy schemes
Key Skills
Essential
- Ability to analyse complex issues and identify potential solutions
- Ability to address difficult situations and problems including those relating to individual colleagues, by using effective problem solving techniques
- Effective motivator with strong influencing skills and personal credibility
Other Requirements
Essential
- There is a frequent requirement to travel across the organisation to attend meetings and events relevant to the role
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).
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).
