Job Description

Service Manager - Lead with Purpose in Mental Health Care

Location: Littleton, Chester.

Salary: 42,500 + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for

mental health

and a drive to make a lasting impact? If you're ready to step into a role where

people leadership, compassion

, and

clinical excellence

go hand in hand, we want to hear from you.


We're looking for a dedicated and inspiring

Service Manager

to take charge of our mental health service--someone who can lead a skilled team, foster a culture of support and recovery, and ensure every individual receives the respectful, person-centred care they deserve.

About the Role

As our

Service Manager

, you'll take ownership of the service's strategy and daily operations, creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for adults living with complex mental health needs. You'll be the cornerstone of the team, ensuring compliance, driving quality, and most importantly, leading with empathy and integrity.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead a High-Performing Team:

Inspire and support staff to deliver outstanding care through effective coaching, development, and supervision.

Deliver Outstanding Care:

Oversee admissions, assessments, care planning, and discharges--ensuring a recovery-focused approach that respects each individual's journey.

Champion Mental Health Best Practice:

Ensure full compliance with the Care Inspectorate and mental health regulations, safeguarding the rights and well-being of everyone we support.

Drive Operational Excellence:

Manage budgets, staffing, and resources while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.

Collaborate & Communicate:

Build strong, trusting relationships with families, clinicians, commissioners, and external partners to deliver holistic support.

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in

managing mental health services

or similar complex care settings. Strong understanding of

safeguarding, mental health legislation

, and clinical governance. Confident and compassionate leadership style with excellent people management skills. Financial management experience and ability to balance service delivery with cost efficiency. NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care Leadership (or willingness to work towards). Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain).

Why Join Us?

Be part of a

forward-thinking organisation

making a real difference in mental health. Enjoy a

collaborative, supportive workplace

where your leadership is valued. Access to

ongoing professional development and career progression.

Competitive salary and

comprehensive benefits package.

The opportunity to lead a service that changes lives, every single day.

Ready to lead with heart and purpose?

Take the next step in your career and help shape the future of mental health care.

Apply Now

- and bring your leadership to where it truly matters.