Location : Home-based with travel across the North East, North West, and Midlands of England.

Are you ready to make a real difference in people’s lives? Lifeways’ Mental Health Division is leading the way in recovery-focused supported living for individuals with complex mental health needs. We are on the lookout for a Quality & Practice Manager to take the reins of our highly skilled, multidisciplinary team and lead innovation and excellence in mental health care.

About Lifeways Mental Health Division
We provide hope, empowerment, and social inclusion for individuals on their unique recovery pathways. We work closely with NHS and local authority partners to drive transformative change in service delivery, always striving for continuous improvement to provide the best care possible.

As a Quality & Practice Manager, you’ll have the chance to lead this dynamic group in delivering life-changing services that support individuals with complex mental health needs, personality disorders, substance misuse, and forensic mental health histories.

Why You Should Join Us

• Leadership at its Best - This is an opportunity to step into a strategic leadership role , guiding an expert team and shaping the future of mental health services.
• Make a Difference - Be part of a mission that’s not just about providing care, but about changing lives and fostering independence for people in need.
• Career Development - As we expand, we offer incredible opportunities for career progression and personal growth.
• Team Environment - Work alongside experts in the field, contributing to the development of cutting-edge, recovery-focused models of support.

Your Role
As Quality & Practice Manager, you’ll:

• Develop and implement innovative quality improvement initiatives that align with Lifeways’ mission.
• Play a key role in building relationships with external partners to drive referrals and improve patient outcomes.
• Champion a recovery model and support your team with training, coaching, and mentoring to deliver the highest standards of care.
• Oversee referral and assessment systems , ensuring that all practices are rooted in quality standards and best practices.

What You 'll Need to Succeed

• A strong background in mental health - with experience in services supporting people with complex mental health needs, personality disorders, and co-morbid issues.
• Proven leadership skills - You know how to inspire and lead a team, manage resources effectively, and drive results.
• A relevant qualification in health/social care (e.g., RMN, DipSW, OT, or equivalent).
• A deep understanding of mental health legislation and best practice in supporting recovery.
• The ability to manage a large, dispersed team and coordinate complex workflows with ease.
• Experience in building relationships with external stakeholders and clinicians to improve service delivery.

Why Lifeways?
At Lifeways, we value innovation , compassion , and professional development. We provide the tools, training, and support you need to thrive, while offering opportunities for career progression as we grow.

Ready to Lead Change?
If you’re an experienced mental health professional with leadership experience and a passion for driving positive change, we want to hear from you! Take the next step in your career with Lifeways and become a driving force in improving lives across England.

Apply now and be a part of something truly special.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: £45,000.00-£52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free or subsidised travel
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme
• Store discount
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote

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