Project Manager

Change Grow Live is a charity committed to the belief that we can make a genuine difference in people’s lives. Guided by our values — Be open, be compassionate, be bold — we create safe, respectful and empowering environments where individuals are supported to make positive changes.

You will focus on engaging with people throughout Nottinghamshire, who have a history of rough sleeping and substance use. You will have some experience of engaging with individuals with severe multiple disadvantages and demonstrate a determined approach to finding solutions. Comprehensive knowledge of one or more of the following is required:  

Homelessness  

Mental health  

Criminal Justice System  

Drugs and/or alcohol use

About the Role:

• Lead on the development of the outreach provision, building a holistic service that meets the needs of those who experience severe multiple disadvantages
• Embed elastic tolerance and trauma informed practice throughout the team, ensuring that staff are well trained and well supported, including engaging in supervision and appraisal process
• Map and co-ordinate the outreach provision across the county, ensuring resources are equitably allocated
• Participate and lead in multi-agency/disciplinary forums, identifying gaps and pathways for improvement
• Ensure that contractual output targets are achieved and produce reports in a timely manner in order that the service meets contractual, administrative, and financial requirements.
• Provide line management, supervision, and leadership to achieve performance outcomes in line with service level and contractual arrangements.
• In conjunction with the Service Manager and Senior Management Team, identify areas of service development.
  
• Oversee the monitoring and evaluation of the service offered to clients and actively engage, involve, and consult with service users and family and carers regarding on-going service development.

About you:

• Considerable experience managing a team within the health & social care sector, with a proven track history of delivering quality services
• A demonstrable understanding of performance management frameworks, effective governance, and quality management.
  
• Experience in the implementation and development of new services, evidencing a broad understanding of pathway integration
• Knowledge and understanding of the possible recovery pathways available across whole treatment and recovery systems including community, residential and Prison provision.
• Experience of staff supervision and appraisal.
  
• Well-developed leadership skills.
  
• Experience of data collection systems, information technology.
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of severe multiple disadvantages, including barriers to support
• Possess, or be working towards a recognised qualification in health, social care, or management.
  

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.

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.

No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key. 

Does this role sound perfect for you? if so, please take a look at our job description.