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Posted 23 July, 2026

Wellbeing Manager

Red 5 People
Barking, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Opportunity to grow and develop mental health services, alongside a hybrid working model (3 days office-based across East London and 2 days from home). Full-time role with evenings and weekends as part of an on-call rota.We are recruiting a Wellbeing Manager to lead two non-clinical mental health services focused on crisis prevention and long-term recovery. This is a hands-on leadership role, managing staff, overseeing delivery, and building strong relationships with Local Authorities, NHS partners, and other stakeholders.Key Responsibilities:Build and manage referral partner relationships (Local Authorities, NHS, stakeholders)Lead and support a small team (1-1s, training, rota planning, performance)Oversee service performance, reporting, and data qualityImprove systems, processes, and staff accountabilityServices:Crisis Prevention (Out of Hours):Supports individuals in low-level mental health crisisFocus on de-escalation to reduce A&E attendanceDelivered by part-time and sessional staff across community venuesMental Health Recovery:Supports individuals with long-term mental health needsAround 80 service users in a group-based modelFocus on progression (volunteering, CVs, independence)3-monthly reviewsOut of Hours:On-call evenings and weekends (very light touch) 3 weekends on which is low volume, supporting staff if requiredMonthly quality visit (approx. 9 hours) but time off in lieu providedRequirements:Proven management experience (essential)Background in mental health or community servicesStrong leadership and stakeholder management skillsPlease apply via this advert we aim to respond to everyone. If you havent heard back within 72 hours, please complete the Send Us A Message form on the Contact Us page on the Red 5 People website, and we guarantee a real person will get back to you.For more details about the role, please call the office and ask for James (number on the Red 5 People website).TPBN1_UKTJ