Deputy Head Of IAC Mental Health​/Learning Disability

Employer NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board Employer type NHS Site Lakeside Town Warrington Salary £57,528 - £64,750 per Anum Salary period Yearly Closing 12/10/2026 08:00

An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the changing shape of NHS commissioning in Cheshire and Merseyside. Our current organisational structure supports effective working both locally and across Cheshire and Merseyside as we develop as an Integrated Care System.

The population of Cheshire and Merseyside is diverse and growing and we are keen to see that diversity recognised within our own workforce. As an employer we seek to open opportunities for our staff to gain new skills, gain knowledge and develop careers in heath and care.

We welcome students, staff, people of all races, religions, genders, sexual orientation, physical abilities, backgrounds, and philosophies and those who are accepting of others. Our goal is to support all of our workforce in their work, if you believe you can bring your skills and experiences and an open-minded approach into our fast paced and dynamic organisation, we are committed to providing a positive and supportive experience for all of our staff.

Are you a passionate and experienced leader looking for an opportunity to shape services and improve outcomes for people with complex Mental Health and Learning Disability needs?

We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our senior leadership team as Deputy Head of Individual Assessment and Commissioning (Mental Health and Learning Disability). This is a high-profile role where you will have the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making, lead service improvement, and ensure some of the most vulnerable people in our communities receive high-quality, personalised care that delivers meaningful outcomes.

Working across Cheshire and Merseyside, you will provide expert leadership and help to support the delivery of statutory responsibilities including Section 117 aftercare, Mental Health Act requirements, Mental Capacity Act processes and complex commissioning arrangements.

As a visible and credible leader, you will work across organisational boundaries to bring together health, social care, education and provider partners, ensuring services are safe, effective, person-centred and represent value for money. You will lead a highly skilled team, champion innovation and quality improvement, and play a key role in shaping future models of care across a large and ambitious Integrated Care System.

• Provide strategic, professional and operational leadership for MH and LD services within the Individual Assessment and Commissioning Team
• Lead and support a team of specialist practitioners, creating a culture of high performance, continuous learning and professional excellence
• Ensure individuals receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time through effective assessment, review, case management and commissioning arrangements.
• Lead on the delivery of statutory responsibilities relating to the Mental Health Act, Section 117 aftercare, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and Court of Protection processes
• Act as a recognised subject matter expert, providing specialist advice and support on complex MH and LD cases across the system.
• Build strong and productive relationships with Local Authorities, NHS providers, Provider Collaboratives, NHS England and wider partners to drive integrated ways of working.
• Lead programmes of transformation and service improvement that enhance quality, patient experience and value for money.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and pathways that support best…