Deputy Manager Intensive Support Service(B5-6 Development Available)

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. Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Deputy Manager Intensive Support Service(B5-6 Development Available) The closing date is 28 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Deputy Manager Intensive Support Service- Band 6 (would consider a band 5 on a developmental role initially). An exciting opportunity has arisen for a RNLD / RMN to join the Intensive Support Service , within the Trust's Learning Disabilities Directorate. The Intensive Support Service is an innovative team, created in response to the Transforming Care agenda. We support people with learning disabilities and complex needs, within the community and inpatient settings. The Multi-Disciplinary Team include Nursing, Senior Support Workers, Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, Psychology, Psychiatry, Therapy Assistants and assistant Psychologist. The service is designed to support people whose mental health and/or behaviour support needs put them at risk of admission to hospital, or of placement breakdown. We work closely with Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities in the East and West. The post will offer excellent opportunities for development and support within the community crisis team and the inpatient unit. Opportunities for joint working with other disciplines and agencies would be an integral part to the role. We are pleased to confirm that this vacancy is eligible for a Golden Hello payment of £3,000 (pro rata) available to external candidates only. Further details will be discussed at interview or at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process. Main duties of the job To demonstrate expertise and specialist nursing skills in areas associated with learning disability such as crisis intervention, alternative communication, the assessment and management of people with additional mental health needs, epilepsy, medication management, challenging behaviour and other conditions. To actively involve people in developing and agreeing their own care plan, to act as an advocate and ensure that there is proper regard for their dignity, choice, self-esteem, racial, cultural, sexual and religious needs and preferences. To carry out comprehensive assessments, plan implement and evaluate delivery of nursing interventions as part of a holistic approach working in a variety of settings. To practice within the Positive Behaviour Support framework. To undertake comprehensive risk assessments and develop effective risk management plans. To work in partnership with acute and primary care services and other healthcare providers. To establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, other agencies, people who use services and their families. About us Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well. We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range