Community and Outreach Team Leader

Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives.

Our core values are ‘Be open, be compassionate and be bold’ and our teams apply these daily, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options.  

Are you passionate about working with people who sleep rough and are looking for a new challenge?  You may be an experienced leader already or looking for your first step into a management role already. CGL Barnet has a well-established Community and Outreach team, and we pride ourselves on working together positively to support some of the most vulnerable service users in the borough.

Location: Barnet and surrounding areas

Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week (this post will include weekend and evening work)

Contract Type: Permanent

*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.

About the role: 

• Operational line management of Community and Outreach Team members
• Working in close partnership with local services to reduce the number of rough sleepers
• Working closely with Royal Free/Barnet Hospital to develop and review clear pathways between hospital and community
• Representing CGL Barnet within local strategic and operational meetings, with a specific focus on reducing harm to individuals with a history of rough sleeping
• Working creatively and collaboratively with London Borough of Barnet Public Health Commissioning Team, to ensure delivery of service in line with Rough Sleepers Drug and Alcohol Treatment Grant
• Ensure the service is responsive and is needs-led to maximise the chances of achieving positive change and sustainable outcomes for clients and the wider community
• Ensure that the Community and Outreach Team runs within allocated budgets and to ensure that all administrative and data requirements are met
• Promote and publicise the service to develop referral and access opportunities so that all service users who need it are aware of the provision offered

About you: 

• Knowledge and awareness of the issues experienced by rough sleepers
• Ability to build collaborate working relationships with key partner agencies, including the development and review of clear pathways for service users
• Ability to work some anti-social hours, including evenings and early mornings, in line with the needs of the service.   

What We Offer

• Your wellbeing matters: Enjoy a dedicated weekly Wellness Hour, access to our Wellness Hub, and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental and emotional health.
• Opportunities to grow: We’re committed to your development, with extensive training, funded learning, and pathways into senior or specialist roles.
• Financial peace of mind: Benefit from transparent pay, a contributory pension scheme, and additional support through our wellbeing resources.
• Time to recharge: Start with 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays(pro rata), increasing to the maximum 30 days after five years of service.
• A welcoming culture: Join a supportive, values-led team where you’ll feel encouraged and valued from your very first day.
• Flexibility that works for you: Where possible, we’re open to discussing working patterns that help you maintain a healthy work–life balance.
• A few added perks: Enjoy discounts on shopping, cinema trips, holidays and more, along with our Refer a Friend scheme.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for a comprehensive overview of the responsibilities and Person Specification. In your application, make sure to address how your experience and skills meet these requirements in the final section.

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 - GOV.UK

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.

Salary is subject to review in line with the 2025/26 pay award.

If this sounds like you and you would like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we would love to talk to you.