Oxford Health NHS Trust
Deputy Team Manager
The closing date is 27 November 2026
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Job summary
Are you a qualified RMN, OT or Social Worker seeking a new challenge?

We are seeking a full time Deputy Team Manager to join the CAMHS Outreach and DBT team on a fixed term maternity cover. The role aims to support the CAMHS Outreach and DBT operational lead in the delivery of specialist services whilst also holding a clinical caseload.

You will work alongside the operational lead in the management and further development of the CAMHS Outreach and DBT service:

• Developing clinical structures
• Recruiting staff
• Day to day implementation of the service

You will deputise for the operational lead when required, ensuring the delivery of high-quality community mental health care packages to the young people and families under our care. In addition to the above and with support from the operational lead the post holder is expected to contribute in the development and implementation of a robust performance management system for the team and will be responsible for the line management, case supervision and appraisal of team colleagues and students.

In regard to clinical responsibilities you will be responsible for a small caseload of complex young people who are cared for under the assertive outreach provision.

Main duties of the job

• Hold, proactively engage and work a caseload of young people with complex and pervasive mental health needs using evidence-based interventions.
• Complete holistic, systematic and comprehensive assessments of a young person's mental health needs, which informs the development of a care plan and risk management plan, within the CPA framework.
• Support a learning and reflective culture within the team via role modelling and proactive engagement with supervision spaces.
• Work with Trust processes and policies to effectively manage sickness, absence, leaves and disciplinary processes.

About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team

Details
Date posted: 13 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 267-OC8152856-3B
Job locations: Raglan House, Between Towns Road, Oxford, OX4 3LX, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential: Professional qualification in Nursing, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy e.g. RMN, Dip SW, Applied Psychology. Professional knowledge acquired through degree/diploma level.
Desirable: Leadership training. Post registration relevant clinical qualification e.g. nurse prescriber.

Knowledge
Essential:

• To be able to demonstrate understanding of specific evidence-based interventions for children and young people.
• Have the ability to manage, supervise and appraise clinical staff in CAMHS in areas of clinical supervision and case management.
• To be able to function as part of multi-disciplinary team and liaise with external agencies i.e. primary care, education, social and health care.

Desirable:

• To be able to demonstrate up to date knowledge of the current Children's and Young people agenda - government agendas.

Experience
Essential: Post qualification experience of working with young people with mental illness in community or other settings.
Desirable: Experience of mentoring and clinical supervision of others.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address: Raglan House, Between Towns Road, Oxford, OX4 3LX, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Team Manager, Emma Thompson, emma.thompson2@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk, 01865902936

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