GP Federation - The Eastern Federation Support Unit

Primary Care Mental Health Manager Ards & North Down GP Federations wish to appoint a Primary Care Mental Health Manager. Salary: £62,215- £72,293 per annum (pro-rata). Hours: 26.25 hours per week (0.7 WTE), with potential for future increase to full time hours. Location: Ards & North Down Federation areas. While this is a direct appointment a secondment may be considered initially (subject to employer approval). The role is expected to be reviewed after the first year, with the possibility of increasing hours depending on business need and successful candidate preference. Job purpose This senior leadership role is responsible for the strategic direction, clinical oversight and operational management of a GP based mental health service, ensuring alignment with the regional MDT delivery framework. The post holder will lead and support a team of senior mental health practitioners working within general practice, delivering a holistic model of care focused on physical, mental and social wellbeing, with strong emphasis on prevention and early intervention. As the most senior mental health professional in the service, they will operate with significant autonomy and be directly accountable to the Federation Board. Essential Criteria Registered Mental Health Nurse, live on NMC register, or, Professional Social Work qualification and registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC), or, Registered Occupational Therapist or a practitioner psychologist registered with the HCPC AND At least 2 years' experience at Senior Management level (Band 8a equivalent or above) Or Have 3 years' experience working in a senior management position (Band 7 equivalent or above). The successful candidate must hold a full current driving license (valid in the UK) and have access to a car at the closing date or have access to a form of transport which will permit the applicant to carry out the duties of the post in full. ( this relates only to any person who has declared that they have a disability, which debars them from driving). Demonstrate relevant knowledge and experience of working in adult mental health services including knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures as well as an understanding of the role of all statutory agencies, and community services. Ards & North Down Federations offer a range of attractive terms and conditions of employment. For full job details and all essential and desirable criteria please see the Applicant Information Pack. The closing date for submission of completed applications is 12 noon, Tuesday 10th February 2026. Interviews are anticipated to be held on Friday 20th February 2026. Your completed application should be emailed to the address on the application form. Please note application is via our application form only and not CV. Ards and North Down Federations are equal opportunities employers.