Clinical Team Manager – CAMHS(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Lead a Service That Changes Young Lives

This role offers more than management—it’s an opportunity to shape how care is delivered to children and young people with ADHD and related needs.

We are looking for a values-driven Team Manager who can balance strong operational leadership with compassionate, people-focused care. If you’re passionate about improving services and supporting teams to thrive, this could be your next step.

About the Role

As the ADHD Team Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring that care is safe, effective, and responsive to demand.

You’ll lead across the full ADHD pathway—from referral and assessment through to diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing review—ensuring that patients and families receive timely, coordinated support.

Your Key Areas of Responsibility

Clinical & Service Leadership

• Maintain high standards of evidence-based ADHD care
  Support complex clinical decision-making and risk management
  Promote a safe, therapeutic environment for young people and families
  Ensure compliance with safeguarding and relevant legislation

Operational Management

• Oversee caseloads, waiting lists, and service demand
  Use data to improve access, flow, and productivity
  Manage staffing, rotas, and service resources
  Lead on incidents, complaints, and service improvements

Team Development & Supervision

• Provide managerial supervision and ensure access to clinical supervision
  Support recruitment, induction, and performance management
  Build a positive, inclusive, and motivated team culture
  Encourage reflective practice and continuous learning

Partnership & Collaboration

• Work closely with schools, GPs, social care, and external partners
  Represent the service in multi-agency settings
  Communicate effectively with families and carers

Quality Improvement & Governance

• Lead audits, governance processes, and quality improvement initiatives
  Ensure compliance with data protection and clinical governance standards
  Monitor performance and drive ongoing service improvement

What We’re Looking For

You will bring a combination of leadership experience and clinical expertise, including:

Essential

• Professional registration in healthcare, social work, or a related field
  Master’s level qualification (or equivalent experience at Band 6+ level)
  Training in clinical supervision and staff development
  Significant experience managing teams and complex clinical cases
  Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and legislation

Desirable

• Knowledge of psychological models and neurodevelopmental care
  Experience in quality improvement or service redesign
  Awareness of regional and national healthcare priorities
  About the Trust

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust delivers mental health, learning disability, and neurodevelopmental services across the region.

The Trust is committed to:

• Providing compassionate, person-centred care
  Supporting staff wellbeing and development
  Promoting innovation and continuous improvement
  Building strong partnerships across health, education, and social care

You’ll be joining a service that values collaboration, inclusivity, and making a real difference in young people’s lives.

Visa Sponsorship & Compliance

This role may be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, depending on eligibility criteria.

Before applying, please review the following official UK government resources:

• Skilled Worker visa overview
  Eligible healthcare roles list
  Criminal record checks for overseas applicants
  Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
  UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI)

Applicants may be required to provide criminal record certificates for countries they have lived in.

Additional Information

• This post is subject to a DBS check
  Flexible working options can be discussed at interview
  The Trust is committed to inclusive recruitment and equal opportunities

Why Join This Role?

• Lead and shape a specialist ADHD service
  Influence service delivery and patient outcomes
  Develop your leadership and strategic skills
  Work in a supportive and forward-thinking NHS organisation

Ready to Apply?

If you are passionate about leading teams and improving care for children and young people, this role offers a meaningful and rewarding career path.

For full details, please review the official job description and person specification before applying.