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Job overview
The Recovery College Lead will help support the strategic and operational leadership for the redesign, development and implementation of the Trust’s Recovery College. Working in partnership with service users, carers, clinicians, partner organisations and ImROC (Implementing Recovery through Organisational Change), the post holder will help lead the development of a sustainable, co-produced model that reflects best practice in recovery-focused care.
The role will be responsible for driving the Recovery College programme forward, supporting the establishment of governance and operational arrangements, engaging stakeholders, and overseeing the successful implementation and relaunch of the service. The post holder will lead on project delivery, service development and quality improvement, ensuring the Recovery College aligns with Trust priorities and the ambitions of the NHS 10 Year Plan.
The Recovery College Lead will work autonomously and collaboratively across directorates, providing expert advice and leadership to support the ongoing development, evaluation and sustainability of the Recovery College.
Main duties of the job
Coordination of the Recovery College implementation plan
To work closely with other leads in the portfolio to deliver overall impact for users and carers.
Responsible for communication of highly complex information regarding the current state and forward plan regarding mainstreaming of recovery, able to lead and take others on the journey
Analysis of highly complex performance data in assessing baseline and progress against agreed metrics.
Leads through co-production and collaboration, engaging key partners in the overall aim of embedding the recovery approach.
Develops and implements the underpinning plans for the overall programme and project work streams in conjunction with the Head of Spiritual Care and Recovery College.
Responsible for delegated budget for the Recovery College team.
Undertakes complex analysis of information supporting evaluation and research into the impact and effectiveness of recovery approaches and developments upon individuals and systems.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.
We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Person specification
Essential
Essential
- Evidence of continuous professional development in educational, learning and / or recovery
- Knowledge/ experience in a related subject e.g. substance misuse, social work, Occupational Therapy .
- Experience in delivering recovery related schemes to include peer working, and recovery training
- Experience of contributing to quality improvements and evidencing lessons learnt, both system and practice
Desirable
- Professional Registration
- Qualification in Education, Skills / Learning
- Leadership qualification
- Mentorship / Coaching
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This advert is for Band 7 Recovery College Lead with Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust in Birmingham, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is 6 months (Fixed Term/Secondment). The application deadline is 26 Jul 2026.
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