Assistant Director of CYP Services
Company
Location
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
3/29/2025
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Description
Job Summary
The purpose of this role is to provide senior operational and strategic leadership for a portfolio of clinical and non-clinical services within Children and Young People Services in Leeds or Calderdale and the surrounding areas. The Assistant Director will take the lead on key thematic areas, such as Clinical, Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI), and Learning & Development (L&D), as agreed. Additionally, they will be a key member of Northpoint’s senior management team, contributing to the overall oversight and strategic direction of the organisation.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
Service Delivery – Ensure high-quality services aligned with client needs, contracts, and regulations. Manage service level changes, assess contract deliverability, and drive consistency through systems and processes. Oversee risk areas, including safeguarding, GDPR, and health and safety.
People – Foster a strong performance culture, supporting managers and overseeing clinical/non-clinical teams. Provide supervision, appraisals, and ensure effective clinical oversight.
Financial – Manage delegated budgets, monitor income/expenditure, and ensure financial sustainability.
Growth – Work with leadership to expand existing services, tender for new opportunities, and support effective operational implementation.
About Us
Northpoint is an established regional provider of children, young people, and adult’s mental health services. Our vision is a world that supports good mental health for all. Our purpose is to deliver effective mental health support, and to improve the mental health system in Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. Our values are to be professional, responsive, collaborative, and transparent.
Date posted
28 March 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£58,950 to £67,970 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
MB1278090LeeADOCS
Job locations
24-26 Commercial Street
HALIFAX
West Yorkshire
HX1 1TA
SMALL MILL
CHADWICK STREET
LEEDS
West Yorkshire
LS10 1LJ
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Do you want to join us in transforming mental health services?
We have two unique opportunities for Assistant Director roles of our Children and Young People Services. One role will involve working across Calderdale, and the other will be working across Leeds and the surrounding areas. In these senior leadership positions, you will hold senior operational and strategic responsibility for a portfolio of clinical and non-clinical services, Join us on a permanent contract with a competitive salary and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people.
Why us?
We are a BACP-accredited service and an established provider of children, young people and adult mental health services within Leeds and Calderdale.Our services increase access to mental health and wellbeing support for children, young people and adults, by ensuring that service delivery is flexible, responsive, and of high quality.
What you will be doing as our Assistant Director of Children and Young Peoples Services
Closing date: 30/04/2025
We may utilise digital interview methods.
We aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working/job share opportunities for both full and part-time staff.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Do you want to join us in transforming mental health services?
We have two unique opportunities for Assistant Director roles of our Children and Young People Services. One role will involve working across Calderdale, and the other will be working across Leeds and the surrounding areas. In these senior leadership positions, you will hold senior operational and strategic responsibility for a portfolio of clinical and non-clinical services, Join us on a permanent contract with a competitive salary and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people.
Why us?
We are a BACP-accredited service and an established provider of children, young people and adult mental health services within Leeds and Calderdale.Our services increase access to mental health and wellbeing support for children, young people and adults, by ensuring that service delivery is flexible, responsive, and of high quality.
What you will be doing as our Assistant Director of Children and Young Peoples Services
Closing date: 30/04/2025
We may utilise digital interview methods.
We aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working/job share opportunities for both full and part-time staff.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Person Specification
Training , Experience And Qualification Essential
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).
Additional information 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
Northpoint Wellbeing Ltd
Address
24-26 Commercial Street
HALIFAX
West Yorkshire
HX1 1TA
Employer's website
https://northpoint.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)
The purpose of this role is to provide senior operational and strategic leadership for a portfolio of clinical and non-clinical services within Children and Young People Services in Leeds or Calderdale and the surrounding areas. The Assistant Director will take the lead on key thematic areas, such as Clinical, Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI), and Learning & Development (L&D), as agreed. Additionally, they will be a key member of Northpoint’s senior management team, contributing to the overall oversight and strategic direction of the organisation.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
Service Delivery – Ensure high-quality services aligned with client needs, contracts, and regulations. Manage service level changes, assess contract deliverability, and drive consistency through systems and processes. Oversee risk areas, including safeguarding, GDPR, and health and safety.
People – Foster a strong performance culture, supporting managers and overseeing clinical/non-clinical teams. Provide supervision, appraisals, and ensure effective clinical oversight.
Financial – Manage delegated budgets, monitor income/expenditure, and ensure financial sustainability.
Growth – Work with leadership to expand existing services, tender for new opportunities, and support effective operational implementation.
About Us
Northpoint is an established regional provider of children, young people, and adult’s mental health services. Our vision is a world that supports good mental health for all. Our purpose is to deliver effective mental health support, and to improve the mental health system in Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. Our values are to be professional, responsive, collaborative, and transparent.
Date posted
28 March 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£58,950 to £67,970 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
MB1278090LeeADOCS
Job locations
24-26 Commercial Street
HALIFAX
West Yorkshire
HX1 1TA
SMALL MILL
CHADWICK STREET
LEEDS
West Yorkshire
LS10 1LJ
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Do you want to join us in transforming mental health services?
We have two unique opportunities for Assistant Director roles of our Children and Young People Services. One role will involve working across Calderdale, and the other will be working across Leeds and the surrounding areas. In these senior leadership positions, you will hold senior operational and strategic responsibility for a portfolio of clinical and non-clinical services, Join us on a permanent contract with a competitive salary and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people.
Why us?
We are a BACP-accredited service and an established provider of children, young people and adult mental health services within Leeds and Calderdale.Our services increase access to mental health and wellbeing support for children, young people and adults, by ensuring that service delivery is flexible, responsive, and of high quality.
What you will be doing as our Assistant Director of Children and Young Peoples Services
- Working as a member of our senior management team, helping to provide oversight and direction for the wider organisation
- Overseeing operational practices to ensure the highest quality services are delivered, in line with client need, contract requirements, clinical governance and regulatory frameworks
- Leading on thematic areas of responsibility as agreed, for example, clinical, safeguarding, EDI, and learning and development within our children and young people services
- Management experience at a senior level in a similar role
- Ability to work with complex issues in a fast-changing landscape and manage a demanding workload
- Ability to motivate and inspire staff to achieve the highest standards of practice and performance
- A sound understanding of the principles of clinical governance, including risk management
- A sound understanding of mental health and emotional wellbeing problems which can affect children, young people and their families
Closing date: 30/04/2025
We may utilise digital interview methods.
We aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working/job share opportunities for both full and part-time staff.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Do you want to join us in transforming mental health services?
We have two unique opportunities for Assistant Director roles of our Children and Young People Services. One role will involve working across Calderdale, and the other will be working across Leeds and the surrounding areas. In these senior leadership positions, you will hold senior operational and strategic responsibility for a portfolio of clinical and non-clinical services, Join us on a permanent contract with a competitive salary and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people.
Why us?
We are a BACP-accredited service and an established provider of children, young people and adult mental health services within Leeds and Calderdale.Our services increase access to mental health and wellbeing support for children, young people and adults, by ensuring that service delivery is flexible, responsive, and of high quality.
What you will be doing as our Assistant Director of Children and Young Peoples Services
- Working as a member of our senior management team, helping to provide oversight and direction for the wider organisation
- Overseeing operational practices to ensure the highest quality services are delivered, in line with client need, contract requirements, clinical governance and regulatory frameworks
- Leading on thematic areas of responsibility as agreed, for example, clinical, safeguarding, EDI, and learning and development within our children and young people services
- Management experience at a senior level in a similar role
- Ability to work with complex issues in a fast-changing landscape and manage a demanding workload
- Ability to motivate and inspire staff to achieve the highest standards of practice and performance
- A sound understanding of the principles of clinical governance, including risk management
- A sound understanding of mental health and emotional wellbeing problems which can affect children, young people and their families
Closing date: 30/04/2025
We may utilise digital interview methods.
We aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working/job share opportunities for both full and part-time staff.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Person Specification
Training , Experience And Qualification Essential
- A relevant professional qualification OR a relevant therapeutic qualification.
- A relevant professional qualification would include nursing, occupational therapy, social work, or a similar allied health profession.
- A relevant therapy qualification would include a diploma from a BACP accredited training (or equivalent) or a relevant HCPC registered title i.e. art therapist, arts psychotherapist, drama therapist, counselling psychologist, clinical psychologist).
- Minimum three years of management experience at a senior level in a similar role.
- Ability to work with complex issues in a fast-changing landscape and manage a demanding workload.
- Ability to motivate and inspire staff to achieve the highest standards of practice and performance.
- Accreditation with a professional body (e.g. BACP accredited).
- Experience of working at a senior operations level in a mental health or third sector organisation.
- A sound understanding of the principles of clinical governance, including risk management.
- A sound understanding of mental health and emotional wellbeing problems which can affect children, young people and their families.
- A sound knowledge of child protection and safeguarding principles and practices.
- A sound knowledge of budgetary management and control
- Knowledge of the local area and services including CAMHS, children and family services, and other relevant agencies.
- Able to build and maintain relationships with others both internal and external to the organisation whilst maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
- Able to manage a demanding workload and balance numerous demands both effectively and efficiently.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with partner agencies and wider stakeholders.
- Proven track record in developing and managing high performing teams.
- Commitment to the principles of inclusivity, equality, equity and diversity.
- Demonstrates values consistent with those of Northpoint.
- Effective communicator, both oral and written, who is able to adapt their style to the audience.
- A relevant professional qualification OR a relevant therapeutic qualification.
- A relevant professional qualification would include nursing, occupational therapy, social work, or a similar allied health profession.
- A relevant therapy qualification would include a diploma from a BACP accredited training (or equivalent) or a relevant HCPC registered title i.e. art therapist, arts psychotherapist, drama therapist, counselling psychologist, clinical psychologist).
- Minimum three years of management experience at a senior level in a similar role.
- Ability to work with complex issues in a fast-changing landscape and manage a demanding workload.
- Ability to motivate and inspire staff to achieve the highest standards of practice and performance.
- Accreditation with a professional body (e.g. BACP accredited).
- Experience of working at a senior operations level in a mental health or third sector organisation.
- A sound understanding of the principles of clinical governance, including risk management.
- A sound understanding of mental health and emotional wellbeing problems which can affect children, young people and their families.
- A sound knowledge of child protection and safeguarding principles and practices.
- A sound knowledge of budgetary management and control
- Knowledge of the local area and services including CAMHS, children and family services, and other relevant agencies.
- Able to build and maintain relationships with others both internal and external to the organisation whilst maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
- Able to manage a demanding workload and balance numerous demands both effectively and efficiently.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with partner agencies and wider stakeholders.
- Proven track record in developing and managing high performing teams.
- Commitment to the principles of inclusivity, equality, equity and diversity.
- Demonstrates values consistent with those of Northpoint.
- Effective communicator, both oral and written, who is able to adapt their style to the audience.
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).
Additional information 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
Northpoint Wellbeing Ltd
Address
24-26 Commercial Street
HALIFAX
West Yorkshire
HX1 1TA
Employer's website
https://northpoint.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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