Job Description

We adopt a 'name blind' approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made - please note that this also includes any CV uploaded. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.

Organisation

Kirklees

Directorate

Adults & Health

Service Area

Adults Social Care Operation

Hours

37

Number of Jobs

1

Location(s)

Across Kirklees

Position type

Permanent

Grade

Grade 15

Salary

54,495 - 56,494



Are you passionate about transforming mental health services and making a real difference in your community? Do you thrive on partnership working, innovation, and leading inclusive, community-informed services? If so, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Kirklees Council's forward-thinking leadership team as Service Manager for our Integrated Mental Health Team. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-quality, cost-effective services that put people and communities at the heart of everything we do.


You will:

Provide strategic leadership and operational management for the integrated mental health team, working closely with health and social care partners. Drive transformation and continuous improvement, ensuring our services are innovative, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of our diverse communities. Champion partnership working, building strong relationships across the Council, NHS, voluntary sector, and wider stakeholders to deliver seamless, whole-system support. Lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and high performance. Ensure services are delivered within budget, achieving necessary savings and efficiencies while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. Promote a strengths-based, enabling approach that empowers individuals and communities to achieve positive mental health and wellbeing outcomes. Represent Kirklees at local, regional, and national forums, sharing best practice and driving forward our vision for inclusive, community-informed mental health services.

We are looking for an experienced and innovative social care professional who:

Has significant management experience in a social care or health environment, with a track record of successful employee, budget, and resource management. Demonstrates strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence and inspire at all levels. Is passionate about service transformation, partnership working, and improving outcomes for people with mental health needs. Has specialist knowledge of adult mental health services, relevant legislation, and best practice. Is committed to promoting inclusion, co-production, and community engagement in service design and delivery. Can manage complex situations and drive change in a multidisciplinary, integrated setting. Is a positive, respectful, and supportive leader who role models the Council's values and expectations.

Why Kirklees

Kirklees is a place of pride, inclusion, and kindness. As a Service Manager, you will join a team that is ambitious for our communities and committed to making a real difference. We offer a supportive environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to be part of a service that is transforming lives.


For an informal discussion or further information, please contact Christina McCool 01484 221000


Interview will take place on 2nd and 3rd December 2025

Christina Mccool

is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the /Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
We know there's a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email:

jobs@kirklees.gov.uk

or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for 'Recruitment'.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing date

23 November 2025, 11:55 PM