Band 8a Community Service Manager - Bristol

Job summary

Bristol Community Services is currently recruiting for a Service Manager to join the friendly Bristol Management Team.

This role is to ensure the high-quality delivery of community mental health services in Bristol. The successful applicant will work with both clinical and non-clinical staff, as well as partner organisations across Bristol Mental Health such as Second Step, Missing Link, Nilaari and Off the Record, and will become part of a dynamic, friendly and future-focussed management team who are committed to the development of services and staff, to ensure community services fit the needs of the population in Bristol.

Candidates must hold a professionally recognised qualification in RMN, Social Work or Occupational Therapy.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will operationally manage, lead and deliver recovery orientated services across the locality. They will also contribute to continuous service improvement by assisting in the planning and development of services, including the Community Mental Health Framework.

The post holder will also benefit from working as part of a kind, compassionate and dynamic team. There is also opportunity to be flexible with working arrangements to meet individual needs.

Operationally responsible for the safe delivery of clinical services.People management and human resources, compliance, budget management. Contribute to and lead on projects and service improvement strategies.

Flexibility can be given in terms of home working and will be considered on an individual basis for the successful candidate.

For more details please review Job Description attached

About us

The successful candidate will operationally manage, lead and deliver recovery orientated services across the locality. They will also contribute to continuous service improvement by assisting in the planning and development of services, including the Community Mental Health Framework.

The post holder will also benefit from working as part of a kind, compassionate and dynamic team. There is also opportunity to be flexible with working arrangements to meet individual needs.

Operationally responsible for the safe delivery of clinical services. People management and human resources, compliance, budget management. Contribute to and lead on projects and service improvement strategies.

Flexibility can be given in terms of home working and will be considered on an individual basis for the successful candidate.

Details

Date posted

14 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

342-BR168-1025

Job locations

Callington Road Hospital

Marmalade Lane

Bristol

BS4 5BJ