NHS

Team Leader - Early Intervention Service


Pay46,148.00 - 52,809.00 / year
LocationBlackpool/England
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: C9351-25-0511?language=en&page=389&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      Team Leader - Early Intervention Service (In Psychosis)

      Band 7, Full time, Permanent Fylde Coast locality

      We are really excited to be seeking enthusiastic, highly motivated and committed individuals to join a well-established Early Intervention Service. The Lancashire and South Cumbria EIS (Early Intervention Service) specialises in working with individuals aged 14 and upwards who are at risk of, or currently experiencing a first episode of psychosis.

      The Early Intervention Service is focussed on achieving national quality standards and delivering a high standard of care. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitable applicant to be part of the developments within LSCFT Early Intervention Services in Fylde Coast area.

      For further information or an informal discussion please contact us on the details provided

      Main duties of the job

      The successful candidate will lead on the development of the Fylde Coast Team. , to implement and deliver these changes whilst maintaining the philosophy of EIS and the promotion of recovery. They will be a key member of an enthusiastic management team with a commitment to improvement and innovative approaches to meet service users' needs.

      We place a strong emphasis on professional and clinical supervision in order to support and develop individuals as part of our commitment to maintain our focus on delivering the highest quality clinical service

      About us

      Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.

      The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.

      Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages 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, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.

      For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT

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      Details

      Date posted

      01 May 2025

      Pay scheme

      Agenda for change

      Band

      Band 7

      Salary

      £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Full-time

      Reference number

      351-BAY792-EB

      Job locations

      The Gateway

      Blackpool

      FY1 6JX


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.

      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • Registered Mental Nurse or aligned profession (RMN/OT/SW)
      • Post-registration professional development to degree level in a health-related subject or similar demonstrated experience or willingness to complete.
      • oRecognised as competent in assessment and teaching in clinical practice (eg ENB 998) or similar.

      Knowledge

      Essential

      • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of contemporary practice within EIS / CAMHS services
      • Demonstrates knowledge of NHS change agendas and strategic service planning by the Department of Health
      • Demonstrates excellent leadership skills, incorporating flexibility and the ability to influence others.

      Experience

      Essential

      • Experience in clinical supervision, caseload management, PDP cycles
      • Awareness of political, social and economical context within which the NHS operates
      • Ability to work effectively within a team and on own initiative.
      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • Registered Mental Nurse or aligned profession (RMN/OT/SW)
      • Post-registration professional development to degree level in a health-related subject or similar demonstrated experience or willingness to complete.
      • oRecognised as competent in assessment and teaching in clinical practice (eg ENB 998) or similar.

      Knowledge

      Essential

      • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of contemporary practice within EIS / CAMHS services
      • Demonstrates knowledge of NHS change agendas and strategic service planning by the Department of Health
      • Demonstrates excellent leadership skills, incorporating flexibility and the ability to influence others.

      Experience

      Essential

      • Experience in clinical supervision, caseload management, PDP cycles
      • Awareness of political, social and economical context within which the NHS operates
      • Ability to work effectively within a team and on own initiative.

      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.

      UK Registration

      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

      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.

      UK Registration

      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

      Address

      The Gateway

      Blackpool

      FY1 6JX


      Employer's website

      https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

      Address

      The Gateway

      Blackpool

      FY1 6JX


      Employer's website

      https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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