Deputy Manager
Ready for your career move and want to make a real difference inspiring change across Sussex? An exciting opportunity is waiting for you at BHT Sussex!
Deputy Manager
We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Manager to play a vital role in providing support within our Pathfinder Service.
Position: Deputy Manager
Location: Horsham with some remote working
Salary: £32,869 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week, 9am – 5pm Monday - Friday
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 10th May 2026
Interview Date: W/C 11th May 2026
About:
As a Deputy Manager, you will be working for a people-led organisation whose mission and values is to inspire change across Sussex.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Pathfinder Service. BHT Sussex is the lead provider of mental health support across West Sussex https://www.pathfinderwestsussex.org.uk/ working closely with community partners, primary care and NHS mental health services.
You will be joining a passionate team who work together to support individuals with mental health needs across West Sussex.
The role of the Deputy Manager is to assist the Operational Manager in the day-to-day management of the Pathfinder Service. This exciting role involves encouraging and empowering Mental Health Recovery Workers to develop their skills and experience, whilst supporting their wellbeing.
Responsibilities will include caseload coordination, staff support and line management and developing/maintaining effective working relationships with external and partner organisations. The Deputy Manager will also take responsibility for specific projects in agreement with the Operational Manager, including creatively developing the service to support the wider community.
You will be committed to delivering high quality preventative mental health interventions and will have experience of working with vulnerable people using person centred and empowering approaches. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential as a Deputy Manager along with the enthusiasm to support and promote staff wellbeing and work in partnership with health and social care organisations.
Key Responsibilities:
· To manage and support the wellbeing and work of the Pathfinder service staff including supervision and appraisal in agreement with the Operational Manager.
· To assist the Operational Manager with developing and encouraging an empowering and person-centred approach in all aspects of service delivery.
· To assist in ensuring that all client records and care plans are completed and stored using BHT Sussex systems.
· To work closely with the Operational Manager and assist creative development of the service.
· To work proactively and collaboratively with internal colleagues and external organisations.
Person Specification:
To be successful in the role of Deputy Manager you will need to have great communication skills and be committed to the values of BHT Sussex. Some of the key skills and experience you will need to bring with you include:
· Experience of managing staff individually and as a team.
· Experience of working in mental health, social care, or community development services.
· Experience of establishing, developing, and maintaining effective working relationships with voluntary and statutory organisations.
· Experience of providing effective line management and team supervision and support.
· Understanding and knowledge of tools, techniques, and interventions to support individuals on their mental health recovery based on their own goals and aspirations.
In return:
In recognition of our commitment to staff, BHT Sussex has been awarded Gold Accreditation from Investors in People. We are also signed up to the Disability Confident employer scheme and have made the Mental Health at Work commitment.
You will also receive a fantastic benefits package including:
· 5.5% stakeholder pension scheme and life assurance scheme
· Medical cash plan with BHSF
· Access to BHT Sussex’s Learning & Development platform
· Free and confidential employee assistance helpline for both personal and work-related concerns
· Cycle-to-work scheme
· Free new starter 28-day Network Saver Brighton bus pass
· Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days per annum pro rata, rising 1 day for each year of service to a maximum of 32 days pro rata
· The opportunity to participate in well-being and fundraising activities throughout the year
BHT Sussex is an equal opportunities employer using a fair and open recruitment process that fully complies with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010. We are committed to encouraging equality, equity, inclusion, and diversity within the workplace. As an employer we are committed to promoting and supporting our people’s social, physical and psychological health at work. Please let us know if you require any special arrangements or reasonable adjustments if called for interview. BHT Sussex welcomes applications from individuals with lived experience.
BHT Sussex reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applicants for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
An Enhanced with Adults DBS Check (Disclosure and Barring Service) is required on all successful applicants as a condition of employment for this post.
- Department
- West Sussex Mental Health Support Service
- Role
- Deputy Manager
- Locations
- West Sussex Mental Health Support Services
- Yearly salary
- £32,869
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Employment Hours
- Full-Time
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Remote Status
- Hybrid
About BHT Sussex
BHT Sussex provides support for rough sleepers, addiction support services, mental health support services, legal advice and representation, and other specialist services across Sussex.