At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to provide exceptional mental health support and inspire positive change.
- Company: Join Northern Healthcare, a compassionate organisation dedicated to improving lives.
- Benefits: Earn £14.21 per hour, enjoy free parking, and access funded qualifications.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and a supportive culture that values your leadership.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in mental health care while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in health or social care and a passion for supporting others.
The predicted salary is between 14.21 - 14.21 £ per hour.
Are you an experienced care professional ready to take the next step in your career? Join Northern Healthcare as a Mental Health Team Leader in Chester, where you'll lead by example, inspire your team, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with mental health needs. This is more than a leadership role—it's an opportunity to shape high-quality care, support recovery, and help others reach their full potential.
Lead a Team That Changes Lives
As a Mental Health Team Leader, you'll work alongside the Service Manager to deliver exceptional person-centred support while leading, motivating, and developing a dedicated team of Support Workers. You'll create an environment where both colleagues and the people we support can thrive.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading and supporting a team of Mental Health Support Workers
- Coaching, mentoring and developing colleagues
- Ensuring high-quality, person-centred support is delivered
- Supporting residents with their recovery and independence goals
- Completing supervisions, spot checks and staff development
- Managing medication safely and in line with policies
- Supporting with rota management and day-to-day service operations
- Promoting safeguarding, dignity and positive risk management
- Acting as a role model and creating a positive team culture
We'll Invest in Your Development
We believe great leaders never stop learning. You'll receive:
- Comprehensive induction programme
- Leadership support from experienced managers
- Ongoing learning through our virtual platform
- Funded NVQ qualifications (Levels 3–5)
- Leadership and management training
- Opportunities to progress into Deputy Manager and Service Manager positions
Build Your Leadership Career
At Northern Healthcare, we promote from within wherever possible. Career progression opportunities include:
- Deputy Service Manager
- Service Manager
- Operations roles
- Learning & Development
- Specialist leadership pathways
Benefits You'll Love
- £14.21 per hour
- Free parking at most services
- FREE Enhanced DBS
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £400 in Love2shop vouchers
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling and wellbeing support
- Funded qualifications and continuous professional development
- Monthly and annual recognition awards
- A supportive culture where your leadership is valued
What We're Looking For
We're looking for an inspirational leader who is passionate about delivering outstanding care. You'll ideally have:
- Experience leading or supervising teams within health or social care
- Experience supporting adults with mental health needs or complex behaviours
- A Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards one)
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A person-centred approach and positive leadership style
- Two satisfactory references covering the last three years
- Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS (paid for by us)
Why Northern Healthcare?
We know that great care starts with great leadership. By supporting and developing your team, you'll directly improve the lives of the people we support every day. If you're ready to inspire others, lead with compassion, and build a rewarding career with an organisation that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and lead a team that's making every day count. Northern Healthcare – Together, We Make Every Day Count.
Mental Health Team Leader - Chester employer: Northern Healthcare
Northern Healthcare is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and compassionate work environment in Barrow-in-Furness. With a focus on employee growth through career development opportunities and a generous benefits package including 25 days of annual leave and healthcare cover, you will be empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and fosters a culture of care and support.
