Deputy Head of Service (Mental Health)
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Posted: 27/08/2025
- Up to £450 per day
- Hackney, London
- Temporary
Deputy Head of Service (Mental Health)
Contract: Initially until March 2026
Pay: £450 per day (Inside IR35)
Hours: 37 per week, Monday - Friday
Location: Hackney / Hybrid working (2 days onsite)
We're working with a Local Authority who are looking for an experienced Deputy Head of Service (Mental Health) to join their team. This is a good opportunity to play a key role in shaping and improving mental health services, ensuring residents receive safe, personalised, and high-quality care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively with the Head of Service, Social Work Professional Lead, and senior leaders to deliver on departmental and corporate objectives.
- Lead and support services to deliver high-performing, innovative, and outcome-focused interventions for residents.
- Manage resources effectively, including budget oversight, cost efficiencies, and workforce management.
- Drive forward service improvements and change management initiatives, identifying innovative approaches to deliver better outcomes.
- Ensure compliance, safety, and quality standards are consistently met across services.
Requirements
- A degree (or higher) in Social Work, Social Care, Allied Health Professions, or Public Health, with appropriate professional registration.
- Significant and proven leadership and managerial experience within health and social care.
- Strong track record in change management and driving service improvements.
- Experience in delivering and managing projects in a complex health and social care environment.
If you are interested in any of these roles, please contact Kaylah on or 01772954200 and put through your application .
*Referral Scheme*
Not for you? We offer up to £350 in vouchers if you refer a friend and we successfully place them. For more details, contact the office at Spencer Clarke Group on 01772 954200.
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Kaylah Henderson
Recruitment Consultant