At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated team to support individuals facing mental health crises.
- Company: Join West Sussex Mind, a champion for mental health and equality.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, training opportunities, and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Be part of an award-winning organisation committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in team leadership and a passion for mental health support.
The predicted salary is between 30892 - 37756 £ per year.
Are you an experienced team leader who is passionate about supporting people who feel that their mental health has reached a breaking point? We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and resilient Deputy Service Manager to help us run our out of hours crisis drop-in.
Hours: Part Time - 32 hours per week.
Salary: £29,153.28 per annum (FTE £34,164)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Methold House (the Guild Care building), North Street, Worthing
Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per year rising to 27 days after 2 years plus an additional allowance for bank holidays (pro rata)
We have a new vacancy to join our dedicated team who provide a safe and supportive service for people who are struggling to cope during evenings and weekends, 365 days a year. This current vacancy is to cover 25 hours of service delivery (2 long and one shorter shift each week, including some weekend working), with the remaining hours worked flexibly to fulfil the administrative tasks associated with the role, including line management of the team. This is a new role, starting on or after 1st December 2026.
About the Role
The successful candidate will work with a small team of Mental Health and Peer Support Workers and NHS Mental Health Practitioners to offer support to people who are experiencing or at risk of a mental health crisis. Our Deputy Service Manager will organise and lead the day-to-day delivery of the service and will take responsibility for supporting and supervising colleagues.
What We’re Looking For
A team player who’s committed to our values and your personal development, with proven experience of working with individuals from wide ranging diverse backgrounds. Join us and in return we will offer regular supervision, training, progression opportunities, employee assistance and a generous leave allowance.
Closing date: 12.00pm on Thursday 5th November 2026
Interview date: Thursday 12th November 2026
If you are unable to make the interview date for any reason, please indicate this on your application form. If you would like to have an informal discussion prior to applying or have any questions after reading the documents, please contact Jenny Thorne on jennifer.thorne@westsussexmind.org
Please note we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post, you must therefore be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time once we receive sufficient applications and encourage all interested applicants to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid disappointment. No agencies or CVs.
West Sussex Mind is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Deputy Service Manager – Crisis Café in Worthing employer: West Sussex County Council
West Sussex County Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises community impact and employee wellbeing. With opportunities for professional development and a focus on strengths-based approaches, you will be empowered to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid working model in the beautiful surroundings of West Sussex.
Contact Details:
West Sussex County Council Recruitment Team
