Job overview

The Team Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the team, in partnership with clinical and admin leads and the Service Manager. We are looking for someone who is passionate about delivering excellent mental health services and can support team members to achieve their potential. Key responsibilities will include staff supervision, appraisal, recruitment and day to day management. Also ensuring that people have timely access to our services and receive treatment in line with our pathways. You will promote person - centred care with a recovery focus, wherever possible.

The post holder will be part of the PTHB Mental Health Manager’s On-Call Rota, which is a 12-hour on-call period approximately 15 times a year

This will be an opportunity to manage an enthusiastic, evidence-based team striving for excellence in working with colleagues who are passionate about promoting positive mental health within the community.

The working hours are Monday to Friday 9am-5pm, though this may change depending on the needs of the service.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Bethan Gwalchmai

[email protected]

Main duties of the job

 Ensure the comprehensive provision of a cost effective, accessible, appropriate and responsive Community Mental Health 
Team (CMHT) service to service users with complex mental health needs.  
• Support the Adult Services Manager and Health Board/Local Authority personnel with the implementation of the Powys 
Dementia Plan Mental Health National Service Frameworks, underpinned by a person-centred approach and develop policies 
and protocols to support the associated principles and values.  
• Continuing responsibility for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care needs and quality assurance.  
• Develop and coordinate a multi-professional approach providing evidence based mental health care to all those who use 
the service. This collaboration will harness an integrative agency approach so that physical, psychological and social care 
agencies are working together in providing holistic care to individuals who require its support.  
• Responsible for the continued development of the CMHT and ensure service delivery is of a high professional standard, in 
line with Health Board policies and procedures. 

Working for our organisation

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation. 

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.