Job summary? The post holder is responsible for leading and co-ordinating a team within a care group, delivered by Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. Where an agreement with LocalAuthority Partners is in place (section 75 agreement) this will include relating to bothorganisations. In such instances the post holder is accountable to both organisations andmay assume a lead role in Safe guarding Vulnerable Adult investigations.? To ensure recommendations from Serious Untoward Incidents (SUIs), near misses,complaints and other incidents are implemented across all disciplines within the team.? Ensure feedback loops with the organization through team brief and other communicationroutes within the care group.? To participate in working groups or service development forums to develop policies,protocols or guidelines relevant to multidisciplinary / multi agency clinical team and toensure any such development is shared across relevant care groups or identified staffgroups.? Ensure quantitative and qualitative vital signs measures (relevant to your care group) are opportunity for two-way feedback? Promote an effective team ethos.? Promote equality, diversity and rights, and treat others with dignity and respect ensuringservices are developed, managed and delivered to meet the specific needs of thosebelonging to protected characteristics.Main duties of the jobTo provide effective leadership and management to staff which promotes high performancestandards both individually and as a team, in the achievement of the Trust's objectives andpriorities. The Trust's success will be dependant on all managers playing an active role tomake sure the existing areas of good employment practice are universally embedded withinthe organisation. Managers will be expected to:? Understand the Trust's key priorities and those of your care group and translate these intokey priorities for your care group? Ensure clarity and effectiveness in developing and designing roles? Ensure management of staff is consistent with Trust's HR Policies to the achievement ofequality, equity and optimum performance.? Complete annual Appraisals for all staff which reflect these priorities and ensure staff haveaccess to appropriate training and development? Communicate regularly through meetings with teams and individuals and provideAbout usAs a mental health trust Sussex Partnership places a huge focus on the wellbeing of our staff, as well as ensuring our reward packages reflect the immensely important work they do.You can expect:Access to full psychological support, via our internal wellbeing teamExcellent supervision programmes, with ongoing opportunities for training and developmentFree parking on-siteAccess to a host of discount schemes (including gyms, shopping, restaurants and cars)Excellent NHS PensionGenerous holiday entitlement (starting at 27 days + bank holidays)Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo be responsible and provide effective leadership for a clinical team providing a high qualityservice within the resources available within a defined area, and specifically to deliver on thefollowing key areas:To coordinate and lead team functioning with particular focus on; Management of referrals including delivery of care Performance monitoring and management Line Management and supervision of staff. To deliver a service within the agreed financial envelope ensuring maximum value in termsof clinical and cost effectiveness. Ensure that a culture of effective risk management is present in the team To carry a clinical caseload as agreed with service manager and to take a lead onmanagement of complex cases and supporting staff in management of such cases. To ensure that the team functions in line with the care group core business. To coordinate recruitment and selection of staff within the team, leading on decisions asdesignated by the service manager. To respond to SUIs as appropriate and support any subsequent investigation To respond to SVAs as appropriate To respond to complaints To respond to communications regarding team issues To ensure equality and diversity is considered in all aspects of the teams business. At all times supporting the Trusts reputation and that of all senior colleagues, maintaining apositive attitude with strong commitment to results.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialEducated to a minimum diploma level with a relevant qualification (either registered as a Social Worker, Nurse or Occupational Therapist).Evidence of CPDKnowledge/ExperienceEssentialKnowledge of current NHS performance agendaSignificant experience of and demonstrable achievement in clinical practice in relation to management and treatment of people with severe and enduring mental health illnessExperience of providing professional support/supervision and motivation of staffUnderstanding of Health and Social Care GovernanceExperience of managing staffDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameSussex Partnership NHS Foundation TrustAddressHorshamNew Park House, North St, HorshamRH12 1RJEmployer's websitehttps://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)