Team Leader

Join a Team That Changes Lives

Do you want to work for a compassionate organisation that believes in the potential of every person

Are you motivated by the opportunity to help launch an innovative new service and make a real difference from day one

At Change Grow Live Lancashire were passionate about helping people create healthier more fulfilling lives. Were looking for enthusiastic resilient and caring individuals to join our team and support some of the most vulnerable people in our community.

Make a Difference Every Day

We have a new and exciting opportunity for aTeamLeaderto join ourPreston hub. As part of our multi-disciplinary team you will work flexibly and creatively toestablishwhat is needed to have the most positive impact for all who are referred to our service.

If youre compassionate resilient and passionate about changing lives wed love to hear from you. Every day brings new opportunities to make a real impact.

Where: Preston

Hours:Full Time 37.5 per week

Contract Type: Permanent

About the role:

• Operational line management of a team of staff which includes supervision (with reflective practice) appraisalperformanceand sickness management as well as ensuring staff follow CGL and external policies applicable to theirroles.

• Empowering staff to promote hope empowerment choices control and opportunities thatassistservice users reaching their full potential as individuals and communitymembers.

• Work with your team and Designated Safeguarding Lead (if not your role) to ensure that the practices within the team/service enable identification of service users children and families who are at risk. Ensure that staff are competent in the delivery of interventions that reduce risk to serviceusers.

• Support staff to improve service user outcomes through observed practice providingtimelyvalues-basedfeedback.

• Lead on the recruitmentselectionand induction ofstaff.

About you:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent relevantexperience.

• Knowledge and experience of developing and leading health and social care servicesand delivering services whichevidencehigh performance and qualitystandards.

• Significant experienceof leading teams who work with families where children are subject to social careintervention.

• Knowledge of current legislation surrounding children youngpeopleand safeguarding practice

• Able to lead inspire and develop ateam.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and able to use common MS Office applications (Word/Excel/Outlook)

What we will give to you:

• 25 days holiday ( bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years serviceCapped at 30days.

• Paid Wellness hour each week along with a Wellness hub and Employee Assist Programme

• Contributory pension scheme

• A great selectionof 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 this sounds like you andyoudlike to begin your journey withChange Grow Livethenwedlove to talk to you

A note about using AI in your application

AI can be areally helpfultool when putting together your application and were happy for you to use it. Howeverwhat were most interested in is you.

We want to understand your experiences achievements and strengths so please make sure your application reflects your own story and clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria and the impact youve made in previous roles.

Theres no need to write in a particular style. The strongest applications are those that are authentic specific and clearly demonstrate your skills experience and potential.We look forward to learning more about you.

Direct applications only we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas unfortunately we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here:Skilled Worker visa: Overview -

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.