Leicestershire County Council
Team Manager - AMHP/Forensic, Hospital/Inreach, LPS
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Team Manager - AMHP/Forensic, Hospital/Inreach, LPS
AMHP Team Manager
Organisation: Leicestershire County Council
Work Location: County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester, LE3 8RA
Salary: Grade 13 – £49,221 to £53,826 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) (Pay award pending | plus market premium subject to review)
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing Date: Saturday, 18 July 2026
Interview Date: TBC
About the Role
Are you a passionate and experienced Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) looking for a leadership role where you can make a real difference?
We are seeking an AMHP Team Manager to join our dynamic Mental Health Service. This role offers an exciting opportunity to:
- CoLead and support a team of AMHPs
- Provide operational oversight and strategic direction alongside the current AMHP Manager
- Deliver out-of-hours support and mentorship to fellow professionals
- Oversee the Forensic Mental Health Team, ensuring:
- Robust coordination
- Effective risk management
- Strong multi-agency partnership working
- Ensure legally sound, person-centred, and outcome-focused practice across the mental health Act (MHA) framework
- Contribute to service development, workforce planning, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Foster staff wellbeing, professional growth, and reflective practice
Responsibilities
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Leadership & Team Management:
- Deliver high-quality statutory practice standards.
- Drive service improvement and adaptability to evolving needs.
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Forensic Mental Health Coordination:
- Oversee forensic pathways, ensuring seamless collaboration between mental health, social care, and criminal justice systems.
- Manage complex risk assessments and interventions.
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Training & Development:
- Support AMHPs’ reflective practice through supervision and mentoring.
- Upskill the team in safeguarding, conflict resolution, and ethical decision-making.
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- Compliance & Ethics:
- Ensure all actions align with Mental Health Act, Care Act, and safeguarding frameworks.
- Champion inclusive, accessible, and trauma-informed care for all service users.
Requirements
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Essential Requirements:
- Qualifications and current approval (or commitment to re-approval within three months) as an AMHP.
- Extensive experience in community and forensic mental health, including risk assessment and management.
- Confident leadership skills, with the ability to mentor seniors while supporting junior colleagues.
- Demonstrated knowledge of legislation, safeguarding frameworks, and collaborative working models.
- Passion for delivering high-quality care for individuals with complex mental health needs.
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Personal Attributes:
- A collaborative mindset, working effectively across health, social care, and justice agencies.
- Strong confidence in managing ambiguity and high-risk scenarios.
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, with a focus on person-centred outcomes.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Leadership: Shape AMHP training, service accessibility, and forensic mental health practices.
- Supportive Environment: Work alongside an experienced mentor (AMHP Manager) within a progressive leadership framework.
- Personal Growth: Access career development, mentorship, and a supportive culture of continuous learning.
- Wellbeing Prioritised: Clear work-life balance, flexible solutions, and holistic staff support.
Plus:
- Commitment to our Organisational Values – demonstrating inclusion, accessibility, and resilience.
- Opportunities to influence modernising mental health provision across Leicester and Leicestershire.
Flexible Working
We welcome discussions on agile working arrangements, including:
- Part-time or job-sharing options
- Term-time arrangements
- Hybrid/flexible hours (subject to service needs)
Get help with your application
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To explore flexible working options, contact: Zoe Horton, Strategic Service Manager 📞 0116 305 9151 ✉️ zoe.horton@leics.gov.uk
About Us
Leicestershire County Council aims to be a vital partner in creating communities where people can thrive. Our employees—ranging from early careers to senior leadership—are at the heart of this mission.
By joining us, you’ll contribute to high-quality public services, share your ideas, and work in an environment that values diversity, equality, and continuous learning.
Benefits
- Pension (from auto-enrolment schemes)
- Generous holiday entitlement and generous leave policies
- Flexible working support (including term-time working)
- Health & wellbeing initiatives (on-site gym, mental health programmes)
- Promotion opportunities for career progression
- Discount schemes and collaborative working spaces
For detailed benefits overview, visit our [Employee Benefits Guide](link placeholder) and [Organisational Values](link placeholder).
Inclusivity & Accessibility
We celebrate diversity and are a Disability Confident Employer. Reasonable adjustments will be made for applicants with disabilities.
Next Steps
- Apply by 18 July 2026 via the careers portal by clicking the apply now link.
- Submit a supporting statement addressing how you meet our requirements. Without this, your application will be deemed ineligible.
- Early closes may apply—submit as soon as possible if you’re interested.
Need Support?
- Technical issues: Contact Employee Service Centre at 0300 3030222 (option 2).
- Alternative formats: Request via the Online Support Portal.
By applying, you agree to our [Terms & Conditions](link placeholder).
Together, we deliver responsible, inclusive services that enrich Leicestershire for all.
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