Main area: Service Director
Grade Band: 8d
Contract: Permanent
Hours:
Full time
Home or remote working
37.5 hours per week (Hybrid working in line with Trust policy)
Job ref: 380-SS0610
Site: Priority House
Town: Kent
Salary: £88,168 - £101,677 Per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 27/01/2025 23:59
Interview date: 11/02/2025
The CQC rates us as an Outstanding organisation for Caring with an overall rating of Good.
Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT) offers a range of ongoing benefits to our valued workforce across the Trust. From an active
health and wellbeing programme
to regular recognition events, we work hard to provide varied benefits that make a difference to your work-life balance. Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients, and for you. Job overview
We are seeking a North Community Service Director to Lead the Future of Community Mental Health. Are you a visionary leader with a passion for improving the lives of individuals living with mental health challenges? We're seeking a dynamic and experienced North Community Service Director to join our team. About the Role: As our North Community Service Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of mental health services across Dartford Gravesham & Swanley (DGS) and Medway & Swale. Your responsibilities will include: Strategic Leadership:
Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance the delivery of community mental health services. Operational Excellence:
Oversee the day-to-day operations of a diverse range of services, including Crisis Home Treatment Teams, Early Intervention, Mental Health Together, and more. Clinical Governance:
Ensure adherence to clinical governance standards and promote best practices. Stakeholder Engagement:
Build strong relationships with healthcare partners, local authorities, and community organizations. Change Management:
Lead and manage transformative initiatives to improve service delivery. Team Development:
Mentor and inspire a talented team of operational and clinical leaders. If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. Main duties of the job
The post holder is expected: To be accountable for the delivery of KMPT strategy through the development of robust business plans, the setting of relevant operational targets, and the delivery of its activities within agreed budgets and to agreed standards. To lead, with the Clinical Directors and Heads of Nursing & Quality, the effective working of governance structures, roles, and responsibilities based on multi-disciplinary approaches with an emphasis on collaborative leadership and teamwork. To ensure there are effective relationships with all Service Directors to support our work with place-based partners including third-sector organisations, local authorities, and other external stakeholders. To ensure there are mechanisms in place to involve key stakeholders in all aspects of service planning and delivery, to develop culturally sensitive services, and to ensure fair access to services irrespective of gender, sexuality, religion, culture, race, or disability. Undertakes workforce redesign including formal consultations as required. Represents the organisation at stakeholder meetings/forums. As required, take a leadership role for trust-wide programmes. Working for our organisation
Come and work with us in the Garden of England where we combine exceptional professional development opportunities with a tremendous quality of life. We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing mental health, learning disability, and specialist services, serving 1.8 million people in Kent and Medway, as well as specialist services for adults in Sussex and Surrey. We are rated Good overall by the CQC. You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing excellent care to our service users and their loved ones. Our mission is what we set out to do every day:
We deliver brilliant care through brilliant people. Our vision is where we want to be in the future:
To provide outstanding care and to work in partnership to deliver this in the right place, for every service user, every time. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, this role has responsibility for the day-to-day management of all the services within the directorate through the clinical staff and managers. This includes staff management, strategy implementation, service delivery and improvement, clinical governance, financial control, and delivery. At KMPT, we are serious about diversity and inclusion, and we are working hard to build this into our DNA. We warmly welcome applications for any of our roles from people from diverse backgrounds, and we are proactively encouraging applications from under-represented communities for our more senior roles, like this one. Person specification
Qualifications
First Degree. Evidence of recent continued professional development aligned with the role i.e. leadership / management. Post graduate qualifications/ research to Doctorate level. Experience
Expertise at Senior Management level across a range of subjects within a mental health or social care setting. An evidenced track record of success in delivery of safe, effective clinical services. Evidence of participation in corporate decision making and managing in a complex transformational change environment creating sustained improvements. Capacity to work under pressure to meet competing demands and priorities. Experience leading multi-professional and cross-organisational service development and evidence of successful delivery of agreed service objectives. Experience of senior leadership across a range of services and locations. Experience of working in different areas of the health and social care system. Skills
Ability to inspire shared purpose, confidence and direction. Leads by creating a culture that is positive and supportive of wellbeing of staff and service users. Ability to develop new concepts, scan widely and think creatively. Able to work across the healthcare system, understanding complex connections, relationships and how these impact on the delivery of services. Ability to engage teams to create a climate where participation and co-operation to improve services, provide challenge and stretch for excellence and innovation are the norm. Personal Qualities
Demonstrates commitment to continuous self-development. Commitment to team working including collaborative working and delegation. Able to express complex issues, both verbally and in writing for a range of audiences. Able to influence, persuade and negotiate. Ability to work collaboratively with central support services. Your employer pays 23.7% towards your pension and life assurance benefits. 27 days for full time or pro rata if part time. After 5 years NHS service:
29 days full time or pro rata if part time. After 10 years NHS service:
33 days full time or pro rata if part time. Plus bank holidays, that’s up to 41 days - more than 8 weeks paid time off! Medical staff have national Terms and Conditions. Buying and selling of annual leave is also available as part of our flexible approach to staff benefits. KMPT is committed to supporting all new staff and this includes a comprehensive Induction programme. The Induction programme will provide an excellent opportunity for new staff to meet and engage with KMPT’s subject specialists and include the required training. The programme may involve some travel to the various training venues across Kent and Medway. New starter bonus:
At the Trust we really value our nurses and the skills they bring. To recognise this we offer a New Hire Bonus of £1200 pro rata for band 5 and 6 nursing staff. KMPT takes a systematic zero-tolerance approach to tackle any unwanted, inappropriate and/or harmful sexual behaviours within the workplace and in our care provision. We are committed to keeping you and our patients safe. KMPT is creating an environment for equal opportunities for all, where we can
ALL
be ourselves. We take pride in our services – which are underpinned by our
Trust values : Respect:
We value people as individuals, we treat others as we would like to be treated. Openness:
Work in a collaborative, transparent way. Accountability:
We are professional and responsible for our actions. Working together:
We work together to make a difference for our service users. Innovation:
We find creative ways to run efficient, high quality services. Excellence:
We listen and learn to continually improve our knowledge and ways of working. In cases where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, it may be necessary to bring the closing date forward. Please submit your completed application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Due to the high volume of applications received, it is not possible to respond individually to your application. Should you not hear from us within six weeks of the vacancy closing, please assume that your application has not been successful.
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health and wellbeing programme
to regular recognition events, we work hard to provide varied benefits that make a difference to your work-life balance. Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients, and for you. Job overview
We are seeking a North Community Service Director to Lead the Future of Community Mental Health. Are you a visionary leader with a passion for improving the lives of individuals living with mental health challenges? We're seeking a dynamic and experienced North Community Service Director to join our team. About the Role: As our North Community Service Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of mental health services across Dartford Gravesham & Swanley (DGS) and Medway & Swale. Your responsibilities will include: Strategic Leadership:
Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance the delivery of community mental health services. Operational Excellence:
Oversee the day-to-day operations of a diverse range of services, including Crisis Home Treatment Teams, Early Intervention, Mental Health Together, and more. Clinical Governance:
Ensure adherence to clinical governance standards and promote best practices. Stakeholder Engagement:
Build strong relationships with healthcare partners, local authorities, and community organizations. Change Management:
Lead and manage transformative initiatives to improve service delivery. Team Development:
Mentor and inspire a talented team of operational and clinical leaders. If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. Main duties of the job
The post holder is expected: To be accountable for the delivery of KMPT strategy through the development of robust business plans, the setting of relevant operational targets, and the delivery of its activities within agreed budgets and to agreed standards. To lead, with the Clinical Directors and Heads of Nursing & Quality, the effective working of governance structures, roles, and responsibilities based on multi-disciplinary approaches with an emphasis on collaborative leadership and teamwork. To ensure there are effective relationships with all Service Directors to support our work with place-based partners including third-sector organisations, local authorities, and other external stakeholders. To ensure there are mechanisms in place to involve key stakeholders in all aspects of service planning and delivery, to develop culturally sensitive services, and to ensure fair access to services irrespective of gender, sexuality, religion, culture, race, or disability. Undertakes workforce redesign including formal consultations as required. Represents the organisation at stakeholder meetings/forums. As required, take a leadership role for trust-wide programmes. Working for our organisation
Come and work with us in the Garden of England where we combine exceptional professional development opportunities with a tremendous quality of life. We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing mental health, learning disability, and specialist services, serving 1.8 million people in Kent and Medway, as well as specialist services for adults in Sussex and Surrey. We are rated Good overall by the CQC. You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing excellent care to our service users and their loved ones. Our mission is what we set out to do every day:
We deliver brilliant care through brilliant people. Our vision is where we want to be in the future:
To provide outstanding care and to work in partnership to deliver this in the right place, for every service user, every time. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, this role has responsibility for the day-to-day management of all the services within the directorate through the clinical staff and managers. This includes staff management, strategy implementation, service delivery and improvement, clinical governance, financial control, and delivery. At KMPT, we are serious about diversity and inclusion, and we are working hard to build this into our DNA. We warmly welcome applications for any of our roles from people from diverse backgrounds, and we are proactively encouraging applications from under-represented communities for our more senior roles, like this one. Person specification
Qualifications
First Degree. Evidence of recent continued professional development aligned with the role i.e. leadership / management. Post graduate qualifications/ research to Doctorate level. Experience
Expertise at Senior Management level across a range of subjects within a mental health or social care setting. An evidenced track record of success in delivery of safe, effective clinical services. Evidence of participation in corporate decision making and managing in a complex transformational change environment creating sustained improvements. Capacity to work under pressure to meet competing demands and priorities. Experience leading multi-professional and cross-organisational service development and evidence of successful delivery of agreed service objectives. Experience of senior leadership across a range of services and locations. Experience of working in different areas of the health and social care system. Skills
Ability to inspire shared purpose, confidence and direction. Leads by creating a culture that is positive and supportive of wellbeing of staff and service users. Ability to develop new concepts, scan widely and think creatively. Able to work across the healthcare system, understanding complex connections, relationships and how these impact on the delivery of services. Ability to engage teams to create a climate where participation and co-operation to improve services, provide challenge and stretch for excellence and innovation are the norm. Personal Qualities
Demonstrates commitment to continuous self-development. Commitment to team working including collaborative working and delegation. Able to express complex issues, both verbally and in writing for a range of audiences. Able to influence, persuade and negotiate. Ability to work collaboratively with central support services. Your employer pays 23.7% towards your pension and life assurance benefits. 27 days for full time or pro rata if part time. After 5 years NHS service:
29 days full time or pro rata if part time. After 10 years NHS service:
33 days full time or pro rata if part time. Plus bank holidays, that’s up to 41 days - more than 8 weeks paid time off! Medical staff have national Terms and Conditions. Buying and selling of annual leave is also available as part of our flexible approach to staff benefits. KMPT is committed to supporting all new staff and this includes a comprehensive Induction programme. The Induction programme will provide an excellent opportunity for new staff to meet and engage with KMPT’s subject specialists and include the required training. The programme may involve some travel to the various training venues across Kent and Medway. New starter bonus:
At the Trust we really value our nurses and the skills they bring. To recognise this we offer a New Hire Bonus of £1200 pro rata for band 5 and 6 nursing staff. KMPT takes a systematic zero-tolerance approach to tackle any unwanted, inappropriate and/or harmful sexual behaviours within the workplace and in our care provision. We are committed to keeping you and our patients safe. KMPT is creating an environment for equal opportunities for all, where we can
ALL
be ourselves. We take pride in our services – which are underpinned by our
Trust values : Respect:
We value people as individuals, we treat others as we would like to be treated. Openness:
Work in a collaborative, transparent way. Accountability:
We are professional and responsible for our actions. Working together:
We work together to make a difference for our service users. Innovation:
We find creative ways to run efficient, high quality services. Excellence:
We listen and learn to continually improve our knowledge and ways of working. In cases where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, it may be necessary to bring the closing date forward. Please submit your completed application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Due to the high volume of applications received, it is not possible to respond individually to your application. Should you not hear from us within six weeks of the vacancy closing, please assume that your application has not been successful.
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