Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust
Team Manager- Mental Health Liaison, Mental Health Urgent Care Hub and Veterans Service
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Team Manager- Mental Health Liaison, Mental Health Urgent Care Hub and Veterans Service
Job Overview
Come and join Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust, where we offer a wide variety of challenging and rewarding roles within a supportive, innovative, and dynamic work environment!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 8a Team Manager for the Mental Health Liaison Service, Mental Health Urgent Care Hub (incorporating Place of Safety Assessment Unit and Mental Health Response Vehicle) and the Veterans Service.
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated leader to oversee the operational and clinical delivery of our CQC-rated Good service across all domains. You will join a supportive, forward-thinking team with a shared commitment to high-quality, person-centred care. This role also offers the chance to influence and develop how the service is delivered across the Leicester and Leicestershire region, working closely with colleagues to shape its future and drive continuous improvement.
About the Role
The team prioritises the health and wellbeing of its team members, offering:
- A robust induction period
- Regular supervision and support
- Opportunities for career progression through structured learning journeys tailored to long-term goals
- An inclusive team culture built on openness, growth, and genuine care for one another
Responsibilities
Core Duties
The Team Manager (Band 8a) will be accountable for:
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Operational performance & strategic programme development including:
- High-quality clinical care
- Clinical governance
- Patient safety
- Clinical quality
- Delivery of Cost Improvement Programmes (CIPs)
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Visible leadership – provide accessible clinical and managerial leadership for the team and key stakeholders.
- Set clear expectations and ensure accountability.
- Foster a collaborative and person-centred work culture.
Key Responsibilities (Core Duties)
- Deliver visible, compassionate managerial leadership across all services.
- Ensure a clinically effective service is provided at all times.
- Set, monitor, and evaluate performance standards to guarantee high-quality care.
- Act as an expert resource within the Urgent Care Pathway.
- Lead change management initiatives while influencing evidence-based service development.
- Oversee and optimise budget management.
- Rotate through the On Call Manager Rota to ensure 24/7 operational resilience.
Support & Expectations
- Must demonstrate experience in multi-agency partnership working and dynamic change environments.
- Should be pragmatic, well-organised, and proactive in resolving operational issues.
Additional Information
We may close the advert early if sufficient applicants are received. So, please apply as soon as possible.
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About Us
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) delivers community health, mental health, and learning disability services for people of all ages across over 100 settings—from inpatient wards to community-based care.
Our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland.
Our Values
- Commitment to diversity and fairness: We actively promote equal opportunities and encourage applications from underrepresented and marginalised groups.
- A supportive and inclusive culture drives our dedication to quality care.
Please note:
- Full job details, including remuneration, additional benefits, leadership behaviours, and information on AI-assisted recruitment, are available in the attached Information for Applicants document.
- Flexible working requests (alternative hours/rotas) are considered per our policy.
- A 6-month probationary period applies to all substantive roles (except medical staff).
- Appointment requires eligibility to work in the UK.
- The cost of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is borne by the applicant and deductible from salary upon joining.
- If you are at risk of redundancy within the local NHS and meet essential criteria, you’ll receive preference for interviewing.
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