At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop the Talking Therapies Programme for LGBTQ+ mental health support.
- Company: Vibrant charity dedicated to improving lives of LGBTQ+ communities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive workplace, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds to enhance representation.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in mental health for LGBTQ+ individuals while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Experience in programme management and a commitment to LGBTQ+ mental health.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
LGBT Foundation is an impactful, vibrant charity with a wide portfolio of well-established services and rapidly developing new initiatives aimed at meeting the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and trans people. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Programme Manager to lead the delivery and development of our Talking Therapies Programme. This role provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and clinical governance across a diverse mental health service, ensuring high-quality, accessible, and inclusive support for LGBTQ+ communities.
The postholder will be responsible for managing a multidisciplinary team of practitioners, volunteers, and students, fostering a culture of reflective practice, continuous learning, and excellent service delivery. They will oversee referral pathways, performance against contractual targets, and budget management, while ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks and best practice standards.
Working closely with senior leadership, commissioners, and external partners, the Programme Manager will play a key role in shaping and expanding the organisation’s mental health offer. This includes developing innovative service models, strengthening partnerships across health and voluntary sectors, and contributing to regional and national mental health agendas.
The role also involves providing safeguarding leadership and specialist mental health expertise, ensuring staff and volunteers are supported to safely manage risk and complexity within client work. The postholder will contribute to organisational policy development, quality assurance processes, and the ongoing improvement of services.
This is a highly collaborative and influential position, requiring strong leadership, operational management, and strategic thinking skills, alongside a deep commitment to improving mental health outcomes for LGBTQ+ people.
We are taking positive action to encourage applications from people of colour (PoC) and other racially minoritised communities, trans*, non-binary, and/or older people (aged 50+), to improve the representation of colleagues from these communities in our staff team.
Talking Therapies Programme Manager (Maternity Cover) in Manchester employer: LGBT Foundation The Swimming Teachers Association Ltd
LGBT Foundation is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being of its staff and the communities it serves. As a Programme Manager, you will benefit from professional development opportunities, a supportive multidisciplinary team, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on mental health services for LGBTQ+ individuals. Located in a dynamic environment, the Foundation fosters collaboration and innovation, ensuring that every employee can contribute to shaping vital services while enjoying a fulfilling career.
Contact Details:
LGBT Foundation The Swimming Teachers Association Ltd Recruitment Team
