We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Team Leader to join the 1625 Outreach Service.
1625 Outreach is no normal drug and alcohol service. It is an innovative and forward-thinking project, with a proven track record of effectively engaging young people and young adults.
Our ethos is centred around the principles of harm reduction, we provide non-judgmental, fact-based, information and advice surrounding drug and alcohol use and the associated risks.
We aim to give young people and young adults the knowledge and skills to make more informed choices, to keep themselves and their peers aware, safe, and well when it comes to drugs/alcohol.
Where: Derby & Derbyshire
Hours: 37.5 per week (full time)
Salary: £34,700.09 - £36,635.38 depending on experience (based on full time working hours, pro rata for part time)
ResponsibilitiesAbout the role:
You will manage the team based in Derby & Derbyshire, overseeing the coordination and delivery of the service’s outreach, education, events and night-time economy work, supporting the Cluster Manager in the continual development and improvement of service delivery. Developing and maintaining excellent working relationships externally with partners and stakeholders, and within the service Including working closely with the digital and marketing lead to ensure a pragmatic approach to service visibility is achieved.You will be taking responsibility for personal development and supervision/appraisal processes, with additional duties as the services designated safeguarding lead. Addressing emerging needs is paramount when working with young people and young adults in this setting. You will need to expect the unexpected, don’t worry though, you will experience a lot of fun and enjoyment in this role.
About you:
Considerable knowledge and experience of working with young people and/or young adults.Knowledge of the issues faced by young people and young adults (those aged 16-25).Line management experience including the delivery of reflective supervision.The ability to lead, empower and motivate a team. Project management experience including working against deadlines.Excellent knowledge of safeguarding policies and practices relating to young people, young and vulnerable adults.The ability to foster new partnerships and to maintain positive relationships with partner agencies.Knowledge & experience of working in a risk informed way, including the development and use of qualitative & dynamic risk assessments.Knowledge and experience of community-based support/outreach practices.
What we will give to you:
25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising with each years’ service (for first 5 years, allocated pro rata).Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme.Contributory pension scheme.A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.A friendly and supportive team.Training, career development & progression opportunities.Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.
If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 31 to 33 (£34,700.09 - £36,635.37) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Interview Date 17/3/2025 Closing Date 28/2/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Lauren Stewart | lauren.stewart@cgl.org.uk This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level. Options ApplyApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer <p style="margin: 0cm;"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Century Gothic',sans-serif;">Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Century Gothic',sans-serif;"> </span></p> Share this vacancy on your newsfeed
We believe that having diverse people working as part of our team makes us the organisation that we are.
We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and to make Change Grow Live a great place to work. If you have any feedback on our recruitment processes (good or bad) we’d love to hear from you so that we can make sure they are fair and we attract and recruit the best, most diverse workforce possible.
The safety of vulnerable children, young people and adults is our absolute priority. We will support you in your role to make sure that you are equipped to support the safety of people who use our services and those around them, to the highest standard possible.
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