Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Mental Health Law Lead
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Exciting Opportunity for a Senior Leader in Mental Health Law
An exciting opportunity is available for a senior leader to act up into the role of Health of Mental Health Law and to assist the Trust in the provision of the Mental Health Law function, supporting the Chief Medical Officer in fulfilling the Trust’s responsibilities in administering the Mental Health Act.
The post holder will work with the Deputy CMO for Medical Practice, AMD for Mental Health Law, Lead Non-Exec Director and the Integrated Governance Team in implementing recent amendments to Mental Health Law.
Duties will also include the development and provision of data, reporting and audit processes and development of quality measures in relation to use of the Mental Health Act.
The appointment will be on an interim basis for a period of twelve months to cover a period of adoption leave for the current post holder.
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LSCFT Values Diversity and Inclusion
LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you’d like to discuss your application, please ask.
We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.
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Flexible Working
LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.
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Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Jennifer Greatorex
- Job title: Team Leader
- Email address: jennifer.greatorex@lscft.nhs.uk
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