Southern GP Federation Support Unit

An exciting opportunity has a risen at Southern GP Federation for a Service Lead - Primary Care Mental Health. This person will be an integral part of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) working alongside other professionals in a seamless and coordinated way. Location: Newry (See application pack for more details) Contract: Permanent, Part-time: 2 days per week 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. Have 3 years' relevant experience working in a senior management position (Candidate must have worked at a band 8a equivalent or above for at least 3 years). Demonstrate relevant knowledge and at least 3 years' 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. 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). Desirable Criteria: Experience of working in a primary care/community care setting Experience of community development approaches to addressing the needs of service users with mental health difficulties. Benefits offered to support staff are: Annual Leave: 27 days (pro rata) with increments at 5 and 10 years Bank Holidays: 10 Bank Holidays Pension: HSC Pension Scheme - Employer contribution rate of 23.2% Occupational Sick Pay: Enhanced sick pay scheme that increases with service Cycle to Work Scheme : Benefiting from a reduced cost of a new bike and equipment Tech scheme: Benefiting from a reduced cost of tech equipment Employee Assistance Programme: Provided by Lena (by Inspired) Health Cash Plan: Health Shield To Apply: For more information and to download the applicant information pack please visit Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Tuesday 25th November 2025. CVs will not be accepted. A 6-month waiting list for this role may be compiled for the Southern GP Federation Support Unit. Important Note: It will be necessary to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI before any appointment to the post. Equal Opportunities Employer: GP Federations are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants.