In Kirklees we want to be innovative and creative in the way we work to deliver our services with communities.  Investing in relationships with those communities is at the core of what we do.  We want to meet changing and challenging times with better and smarter ways to work. 

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the newly established Integrated Wellness Service for the appointment of 2 Operational Managers.

As an Operations Manager you will be responsible for the operational leadership, management, team development and performance of the team(s) assigned to you

This job is about being part of a flexible team and you will support and, if appropriate lead, Service developments. You will work collaboratively with a range of partners leading specific agendas as required and build effective relationships with community leaders such as elected members, senior officers, partner agencies and communities to develop and embed the Kirklees Integrated Wellness Model.

Wellness is defined as a proactive, preventive approach that emphasises the whole person and which works to achieve optimum levels of physical, mental, social and emotional health.  This role is part of a team responsible for developing an integrated Health Improvement approach for adults; to help people build their capacity to maintain good health and be independent.  

We want to bring together organisations, people and services to develop a shared approach, using a ‘strengths based’ mind-set that acknowledges, builds upon and unlocks the strengths, skills and capacities of people to live healthy lives utilising the assets within the local community.  We want to build on the existing strengths and assets of people and communities and will support individuals to find solutions to things which determine their health and prevent health conditions developing or worsening.  

A relevant qualification or experience of working in a health, social care, educational, and wellbeing/community field would be required.

For more information please contact Patrick Boosey on 01484 414774 option 2. There will be an awareness session held on Tuesday 21st May 5.30pm - 7pm at Brian Jackson House, Huddersfield HD1 5JP.

An enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check will be required for this job.  A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

In order to be shortlisted for this job please demonstrate how you meet the Person Checklist as detailed on the attached Job Profile - this information needs to be inserted under the 'Relevant skills, experience and behaviours' section on the Application Form.