Talking Therapies Capacity Lead
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£43,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1172 (75% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £43,000, and Turning Point is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 1171 (Health services and public health managers and directors, Health services manager role overseeing service performance and capacity) or SOC 2440 (Business and financial project management professionals, Operational leadership with data analysis and project management focus). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
About the role
We are recruiting for an operational leadership role within our service management team, Talking Therapies Capacity Lead. This non-clinical leadership position is ideal for candidates with experience in people management, service performance, workforce planning, or operational delivery within healthcare, mental health, or similar performance-focused environments.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Turning Point's innovative NHS Talking Therapies service. At Wakefield Talking Therapies, we deliver evidence-based psychological therapies and seek a dynamic leader to oversee waiting list management, therapist capacity, and service responsiveness.
You will ensure national and local NHS Talking Therapies targets are met by optimising therapist availability, managing waiting lists, identifying operational solutions to capacity challenges, and maintaining a responsive, person-centred service. You will analyse complex data, identify trends, and lead collaborative action to support service performance and patient access.
Our service supports people with common mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and phobias. We promote recovery, wellbeing, and personal empowerment through accessible care across a wide geographical area.
This hybrid role combines service-based and remote working for flexibility and balance.
Job description
We're seeking a confident operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. You'll be comfortable balancing people management with operational problem solving, using data and insight to make informed decisions and improve service performance.
You'll have a strong track record in managing people and performance, leading service improvement initiatives, and delivering results.
You'll be an excellent communicator who can build credibility with experienced clinicians, support colleagues, and drive positive change. Your analytical skills will help identify trends, understand demand and capacity pressures, and develop practical solutions that improve service responsiveness. You'll take a structured approach to resource management, therapist planning, and waiting list oversight.
This non-clinical role suits someone with experience in NHS operations, mental health service delivery, or performance and capacity management. You'll join a collaborative leadership team committed to innovation, equity, and continuous improvement.
This role would suit someone looking to build on existing management or operational experience and take ownership of a key service function within a supportive leadership team.
We prioritise staff wellbeing through an active wellbeing working group and flexible working options. Our 6-day service model offers opportunities to balance wellbeing with service needs. Weekend and additional hours are incentivised to recognise your contribution.
Person specification
Admin experience
Essential
- We're looking for a candidate with administration experience. Experience as a Senior Administrator is desired but not essential.
About the employer
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.
You will get 32days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 34days. Plus the option to buyadditional holidays and spread the cost.
Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees.
Turning Point Benefits
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Turning Point, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Turning Point holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1172 going rate of £43,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.