Community Mental Health Team Leader
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust · Theatre Practitioner · viaNHS Jobs
£58,133–£65,261 a year
- Closing date
- 20 Nov 2026
- Posted
- 8d ago
- Specialism
- Theatre Practitioner
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Reference
- nhs-5711384
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Job summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Mental Health Practitioner to take on the role of Team Leader within Lewisham Community Services. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role at the centre of our Community Redesign Programme, helping shape how mental health care is delivered across the borough.
As Team Leader, you will lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care to adults with complex mental health needs. You will play a key role in improving care pathways, supporting staff development, and ensuring high standards of clinical practice. Your leadership will ensure that service users and carers receive timely, person-centred support that promotes recovery and inclusion.
We welcome applications from qualified Community Psychiatric Nurses, or Allied Mental Health Professionals with substantial experience in community mental health. You will bring clinical credibility, operational confidence, and a collaborative mindset
Your responsibilities will include day-to-day team management, supervision, caseload oversight, and contributing to service improvement. You will ensure while promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and integrated working.
You will be supported by the Service Manager and work closely with other senior clinicians.
If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact in community mental health, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
As Team Leader, you will hold overall responsibility for the effective delivery of care within Lewisham Community Mental Health Services, ensuring alignment with Trust policies, procedures, and values. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and support staff, fostering a culture of high-quality, evidence-based practice and professional accountability.
You will ensure that regular supervision, appraisal, and reflective practice are embedded across the team, supporting staff development and wellbeing. Through strong operational oversight, you will manage resources efficiently, monitor service standards, and drive continuous improvement in care delivery.
A key aspect of the role is coordinating multidisciplinary working and maintaining robust communication across internal teams and external partners. You will ensure seamless interface and continuity of care across services, promoting collaborative working and integrated support for service users.
You will carry out both clinical and managerial duties to a standard that ensures safe, effective, and person-centred care. Your practice will reflect the highest professional standards and comply with the relevant Code of Conduct, safeguarding legislation, and governance frameworks.
Previous applicants need not apply
About us
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) is one of the UK's leading providers of mental health services, with a rich history, strong community links, and an international reputation for excellence. We deliver specialist care across the London boroughs of Lewisham, Lambeth, Southwark, and Croydon, supporting over 45,000 people in the community each year.As part of Lewisham Community Services, you'll be working in a diverse, forward-thinking team committed to recovery-focused, person-centred care. We value compassion, inclusion, and innovation, and offer extensive opportunities for professional development, reflective practice, and career progression.SLaM is proud to be part of King's Health Partners, giving staff access to cutting-edge research, academic collaboration, and world-class training. By joining us, you'll be part of an organisation that combines clinical care, science, and education to improve mental health locally, nationally, and globally.
Details
Date posted
06 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
334-NUR-8386447-LF
Job locations
Southbrook Road Centre
1 Southbrook Road Lee, London
Lee
SE12 8LH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Leadership:Ensure evidence-based, person-centred care across the team. Oversee care pathways, promote service user and carer involvement, and support therapeutic interventions. Maintain compliance with mental health legislation and safeguarding protocols.
Team Management:Supervise and support staff across disciplines. Promote professional development, reflective practice, and staff wellbeing. Implement HR policies and delegate responsibilities appropriately.
Quality & Governance:Set and monitor clinical standards. Promote safe, inclusive practice and ensure continuity of care. Respond to incidents and complaints, embedding learning and driving improvement.
Operational Oversight:Manage staffing, budgets, and safe working environments. Support agile working and address cost pressures. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation.
Collaboration & Communication:Maintain strong links with partner organisations. Lead meetings and represent the team across services. Ensure high standards in documentation and data protection.
Additional Duties:Deputise for senior leaders, lead on complaints resolution, support student placements, and contribute to service-wide projects and initiatives.
Job responsibilities
Clinical Leadership:Ensure evidence-based, person-centred care across the team. Oversee care pathways, promote service user and carer involvement, and support therapeutic interventions. Maintain compliance with mental health legislation and safeguarding protocols.
Team Management:Supervise and support staff across disciplines. Promote professional development, reflective practice, and staff wellbeing. Implement HR policies and delegate responsibilities appropriately.
Quality & Governance:Set and monitor clinical standards. Promote safe, inclusive practice and ensure continuity of care. Respond to incidents and complaints, embedding learning and driving improvement.
Operational Oversight:Manage staffing, budgets, and safe working environments. Support agile working and address cost pressures. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation.
Collaboration & Communication:Maintain strong links with partner organisations. Lead meetings and represent the team across services. Ensure high standards in documentation and data protection.
Additional Duties:Deputise for senior leaders, lead on complaints resolution, support student placements, and contribute to service-wide projects and initiatives.
What you need to do now
Applications are handled by South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust on their own site — BOQQS does not collect CVs or hold your application. This listing closes on 20 Nov 2026.
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