team leader in Bognor Regis

Key Information

• Main area: Mental Health
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full time – 37.5 hours per week
• Site: Bedale Centre, Bognor Regis
• Salary: £47,810 – £54,710 per annum (Yearly)
• Closing date: 09/03/2026 23:59

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist qualification.
• Evidence of CPD.
• Up to date Registration (NMC/HCPC/SWE).
• Post Basic Courses / relevant Study Days.

Knowledge / Experience

• Significant experience of and demonstrable achievement in clinical practice.
• Experience of providing professional support/supervision and motivation of staff.
• Understanding of Health and Social Care Governance.
• Experience of managing staff.

We’re looking for people who share our values of compassion, accountability and optimism to help us provide high quality care for the patients, carers, families and communities we serve. We specialise in NHS mental health and learning disability services and we’re proud to make a difference every day. At SPFT we put people first. We’ll do everything possible to help you feel respected, valued and included. You’ll have opportunities to learn, grow and gain new experiences to support your career, with access to lifelong learning and professional development. We actively promote flexible working and understand how important work‑life balance is, especially in healthcare. Whether it’s part‑time hours, hybrid working or flexible start and finish times, we’ll explore what works for you and the role.

The Arun Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams are looking for a Team Leader to help develop the Neighbourhood Mental Health Team in Bognor Regis. It is a time of transformation and change in community mental health services, with investment into new roles and opportunities to work in innovative ways. You will be part of a supportive, friendly and enthusiastic team with a passion for what we do.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

Working closely with the Service Manager, other Team Leaders and Professional Leads, you will have a clear role in offering high‑quality and visible leadership, setting and maintaining operational standards, improving outcomes, and prioritising experience for service users, families and carers. You will also be responsible for the provision of line management to staff ensuring that our contractual requirements are achieved and delivered, and that a learning and supportive culture is always promoted. You will have a crucial role in building trusting relationships with local partners and be instrumental in the further development of our service as it continues to grow. High personal resilience and a can‑do attitude are essential and we would expect you to lead by example and be able to demonstrate the SPFT values and behaviours.

Person Specification

We accept applications from mental health nurses, occupational therapists or social workers. You should be enthusiastic, talented and have a good clinical experience in secondary mental health services. You will be expected to function well independently as well as within the multi‑disciplinary team, assisting in the management of clients with enduring mental health needs in a community setting. You must have a warm and friendly disposition with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You must be confident, motivated and flexible and be able to show initiative in an environment that is often busy, rewarding and dynamic. An interest in quality improvement along with a recovery‑focused model of care is important to this role. You will be fully supported and empowered to make a difference and to creatively develop new ways of working.

SPFT Equal Opportunity Statement

SPFT is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and from disabled candidates, as these groups are currently underrepresented. SPFT takes its responsibilities for safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk very seriously. We expect all staff and bank workers to share this commitment and complete the relevant safeguarding training for their role.

Application Details

Successful candidates are normally appointed to the bottom of the pay scale unless previous NHS experience in a similar role can be evidenced.

Contact Name: Hannah Ryan
Job title: Service Manager
Email address: Hannah.Ryan@spft.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 0300 304 0055

For more information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Hannah Ryan, Service Manager.