Talking Therapies Operational Manager

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Dorking Healthcare Ltd. Talking Therapies Operational Manager The closing date is 16 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary DHC Talking Therapies is recruiting for an Operational Manager to join our successful Talking Therapies team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a multi-disciplinary team of therapists and manage working locations. This is a management and leadership role, and you will work closely with the Service Manager and Clinical Team Leads to support the design and implementation of the service. You will have the ability to inspire, develop and support a team of therapists to ensure they deliver high-quality psychological interventions and work collaboratively to improve organisational performance. You will be an experienced manager supporting a team of therapists, whilst also networking to create and build relationships within the Primary Care Networks and other local services. You will provide regular line management and be responsible for the operational management of service delivery in the given localities. You will be predominately home-based but there is an expectation you will also work from one or more of our working locations across Surrey, and the number may vary depending on working hours and responsibilities. We screen and shortlist suitable candidates as applications are received. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and without notice if we fill the position. Therefore, we encourage earl y applications to avoid disappointment. Main duties of the job Working within our Talking Therapies service, which includes both virtual and on-site therapists. For this role, you will need to demonstrate the following: Strong experience in managing the performance and welfare of others, including providing effective line management. Experience in managing operational aspects of service delivery. Working to achieve Governance standards, including management of complaints and incidents. Ability to motivate, develop and inspire others. Have a suitable and safe working environment to work from home part of the week. Skills to manage your own workload under pressure and support others to meet agreed targets. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively and develop a good rapport with colleagues and external stakeholders. A positive attitude and the commitment to support the mental health and well-being of Surrey residents. About us DHC Talking Therapies is a patient-focused and proactive community-based NHS provider with strong links to both GPs and our colleagues in DHC's physical health services. We have an excellent reputation for quality and well-run service with great recovery rates, as well as great Clinical supervision and CPD. We have a strong commitment to delivering high-quality community-oriented services, and to working in partnership with service users, carers, health and social care agencies and voluntary agencies. You will be part of a supportive and experienced team, covering a range of modalities, who value staff wellbeing and development. Benefits 27 to 33 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays (dependent on NHS-related experience) Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave days We provide opportunities for training and career development Membership of the NHS pension scheme Details Date posted 29 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary