Team Leader Retreat West
Location
Weymouth, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeInternship
Posted At4/13/2026
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Programmers and software development professionals
Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
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£54,700
(£28.05 per hour)
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Description
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated leader, registered as an experienced mental health professional, with a passion for ensuring delivery of high quality care to those in mental health crisis.
The Retreats are a key part of our Access Mental Health Services, providing open access mental health crisis support in a safe and welcoming environment between 16:00-midnight, 7 days a week.
Access Mental Health Dorset (dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk)
The Retreats operate with a co-production and a partnership approach, ensuring that the needs and views of people with lived experience are represented and valued in every part of development and delivery. The service is staffed by both mental health professionals and peer specialists.
As a team leader you will have a pivotal role in the day-to-day management, delivery and ongoing development of the service. You will inspire and demonstrate leadership qualities through clear visible management, working with others, and demonstration of personal qualities aligned with professional and Trust values.
This is a part time post of 22.5 hours and involves working across core and out of hours (during service opening). All reasonable flexible working requests will be considered in line with needs of the service
Informal conversations are welcomed, please contact saranne.george2@nhs.net
You will provide visible, supportive, and consistent leadership to the Retreat team, including mental health practitioners, support workers and peer specialists.
You will lead with enthusiasm and act as a positive role model to promote a culture of compassion, inclusion, and professional development.
You will ensure effective day-to-day management, including staffing, supervision, performance management, and development.
You will ensure delivery of high-quality, person-centred services aligned with the values of integrated care.
You will build and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including local authorities, primary care, VCSE providers, and community services.
You will actively contribute to the co-design, co-production and planning of services in alignment with Trust, Forum, and national objectives.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
The Retreats are a key part of our Access Mental Health Services, providing open access mental health crisis support in a safe and welcoming environment between 16:00-midnight, 7 days a week.
Access Mental Health Dorset (dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk)
The Retreats operate with a co-production and a partnership approach, ensuring that the needs and views of people with lived experience are represented and valued in every part of development and delivery. The service is staffed by both mental health professionals and peer specialists.
As a team leader you will have a pivotal role in the day-to-day management, delivery and ongoing development of the service. You will inspire and demonstrate leadership qualities through clear visible management, working with others, and demonstration of personal qualities aligned with professional and Trust values.
This is a part time post of 22.5 hours and involves working across core and out of hours (during service opening). All reasonable flexible working requests will be considered in line with needs of the service
Informal conversations are welcomed, please contact saranne.george2@nhs.net
You will provide visible, supportive, and consistent leadership to the Retreat team, including mental health practitioners, support workers and peer specialists.
You will lead with enthusiasm and act as a positive role model to promote a culture of compassion, inclusion, and professional development.
You will ensure effective day-to-day management, including staffing, supervision, performance management, and development.
You will ensure delivery of high-quality, person-centred services aligned with the values of integrated care.
You will build and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including local authorities, primary care, VCSE providers, and community services.
You will actively contribute to the co-design, co-production and planning of services in alignment with Trust, Forum, and national objectives.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Saranne George Job title: Access Mental Health Service Manger Email address: saranne.george2@nhs.net Telephone number: 01202492123
Informal conversations are welcomed and encouraged, please contact saranne.george2@nhs.net
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Saranne George Job title: Access Mental Health Service Manger Email address: saranne.george2@nhs.net Telephone number: 01202492123
Informal conversations are welcomed and encouraged, please contact saranne.george2@nhs.net