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CAMHS Deputy Manager

The closing date is 22 March 2026

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Job summary

Could you provide confident, compassionate leadership within a specialist mental health service for children and young people? The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) is recruiting a Deputy Manager to support the delivery of safe, effective care for young people aged 018 with moderate to severe mental health needs, ADHD and ASC.

Main duties of the job

This role plays an important part in ensuring children, young people and their families receive consistent support from assessment through to transition into Adult Services. Acting at a managerial level, you will support the daytoday running of the service alongside the Operational Manager. This includes providing regular supervision to a designated group of staff, guiding professional development, contributing to service improvements, and acting as a key contact for policies, procedures and regulatory requirements. Professional expertise, sound judgement and a calm, balanced approach are essential in supporting colleagues and maintaining high clinical standards. The role also contributes to wider integrated mental health support through participation in the outofhours oncall rota for Integrated Mental Health Services, ensuring consistent access to senior leadership and decisionmaking. If youre ready to make a real impact across childrens mental health services, apply now!

About us

By joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man youll be stepping away from NHS pressures and demands, as the Islands healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS. We provide lots of opportunities for professional learning and CPD, this includes use of our well-resourced education and training centre. At many of our locations youll have access to free on-site car parking. People who relocate here can also get a refund on their National Insurance contributions for the first year of living here. In addition, we offer generous relocation packages for most of our roles! On the Isle of Man you can benefit from great lifestyle opportunities, a safe environment and great schools. Manx residents benefit from lower tax rates compared to most countries in the EU.

Details

Date posted

20 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£61,611 to £73,492 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MCX-023836

Job locations

Grianagh Court

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM4 4RJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

A workplace that invests in you

Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.

Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers.

Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks.

Free on-site car parking.

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.

Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.

Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents, subject to availability.

A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A workplace that invests in you

Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.

Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers.

Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks.

Free on-site car parking.

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.

Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.

Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents, subject to availability.

A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Mental Health Professional appropriate to the job role (e.g. Nurse, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist)
  • Valid registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council, Social Work England, Health Care Professionals Council or equivalent
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Mental Health Professional appropriate to the job role (e.g. Nurse, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist)
  • Valid registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council, Social Work England, Health Care Professionals Council or equivalent

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Manx Care

Address

Grianagh Court

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM4 4RJ


Employer's website

https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Manx Care

Address

Grianagh Court

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM4 4RJ


Employer's website

https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

CAMHS Manager

Dave Rickerby

Dave.Rickerby@gov.im

Details

Date posted

20 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£61,611 to £73,492 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MCX-023836

Job locations

Grianagh Court

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM4 4RJ


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