Individual Placement & Support (IPS) Project Coordinator

IPS Project Coordinator

At Change Grow Live, we believe that everyone has the potential to change and grow. Our Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services help people into meaningful employment as part of their recovery journey. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated IPS Project Coordinator to join our national team and support the development and implementation of high-quality IPS services across the organisation.

The Role:

Reporting to the IPS National Lead, you will play a key role in ensuring our IPS services meet best practice standards and achieve strong outcomes for the people we support. You will work collaboratively with our IPS teams, treatment services, and external partners to drive service improvement, deliver training, and champion the benefits of competitive employment in recovery.

Location: Flexible, based anywhere within one of our services (with national travel).
Full Time Salary Range: £37,610.99 to £39,302.37 (dependent of experience)

Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time 

*Please note: 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

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will help shape the future of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) at Change Grow Live. Your guidance and passion for employment support will drive quality, innovation, and positive outcomes.

• Champion best practices – Support Change Grow Live’s vision for excellence in IPS, ensuring high standards are embedded across our services.
• Be a trusted resource – Offer guidance and foster collaboration, sharing knowledge to strengthen service delivery.
• Support and advise teams – Provide expertise to IPS Senior Employment Specialists, helping meet key targets and data requirements.
• Contribute to strategy – Bring insights and ideas to IPS meetings and working groups to enhance service impact.
• Empower through training – Help develop and deliver training, tools, and resources that strengthen IPS knowledge and skills.
• Promote inclusive employment – Advocate for meaningful work as a key part of recovery, ensuring services are accessible and widely recognised.
• Build strong networks – Co-facilitate IPS staff forums, encouraging collaboration and shared learning.
• Support service development – Contribute to policy and ensure consistency in IPS implementation.
• Encourage continuous improvement – Help teams prepare for fidelity reviews and enhance service quality.
• Nurture talent – Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and creating an inclusive, supportive environment.
• Represent Change Grow Live – Engage in external forums, showcasing our commitment to collaboration and service excellence.
• Step in when needed – Provide cover for the IPS National Lead, ensuring smooth leadership transitions.

About You

You are a compassionate, values-driven professional who thrives in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Your expertise helps individuals find meaningful employment, supporting recovery and well-being. With strong communication and problem-solving skills, you champion best practices and drive service excellence.

What You Will Bring

• Relevant experience – A degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of IPS – Strong knowledge of the IPS model and its impact.
• Service development expertise – Experience in embedding IPS services and driving positive outcomes.
• Employment sector knowledge – Awareness of job markets, recruitment trends, and support systems.
• Coaching skills – Experience in mentoring, training, and empowering teams.
• Commitment to quality – A focus on continuous improvement and service excellence.
• Relationship-building strengths – Experience in partnership working and stakeholder engagement.
• Problem-solving mindset – A proactive approach to challenges and improvements.
• Organisational and communication skills – A structured, engaging, and inclusive way of working.
• Passion for inclusivity – A commitment to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all.

Why Join Us?

• Generous annual leave – 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after five years.
• Flexible working – Options for remote and adaptable working arrangements.
• Growth and development – Access to training, career progression, and professional development.
• Well-being support – A paid wellness hour each week, plus access to a Wellness Hub and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Inclusive culture – Be part of a values-driven, supportive, and collaborative team.
• Financial benefits – A contributory pension scheme and exclusive discounts on shopping, cinema, and holidays.
• Recognition and rewards – A friendly workplace with opportunities for growth and a Refer-a-Friend Scheme.

If you are passionate about employment support and want to help shape the future of IPS at Change Grow Live, we would love to hear from you.

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.