At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage day-to-day service provision and liaise with stakeholders for effective communication.
- Company: Forest House Education Centre, a supportive hospital school for young people.
- Benefits: Opportunity to make a difference in students' lives and develop leadership skills.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and help shape the education of young people with mental health challenges.
- Qualifications: Experience with mental health issues and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
- Job Location
- Hertsmere Borough
Job Description
Service Manager (M1).
Start
Date: Ideally September 2026.
The Forest House Education Centre (FHEC) is a hospital school for 13‑17‑year‑old pupils attached to the Forest House Adolescent Unit, a Tier 4 CAMHS inpatient facility on the Kingsley Green hospital site.
FHEC provides education for the patients occupying the Adolescent Unit's sixteen beds and for eight day‑pupils referred by Hertfordshire County Council through ESMA.
The Service Manager will work closely with Trust leaders to manage the day‑to‑day provision of the service.
Key responsibilities include
- Liaising with stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration between ESMA, the Adolescent Unit, base schools, pupils, families and professionals involved in the care and education of pupils.
- Attending multi‑agency meetings and working with Trust staff to meet all aspects of the SLA.
The candidate should have experience dealing with pupils with mental health issues and possess excellent communication skills.
A diplomatic, tactful and creative approach to team working is required.
Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 13th July 2026. Interviews will take place in the week commencing Monday 20th July 2026.
Contact: Ms Mandy Crow, CFO of the Trust, 01442 256915 or email mandy. crow@jmatherts. co. uk. Application pack can be downloaded from the Trust website.
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