Community Development and Engagement Team Leader

Change Grow Live; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A compassionate charity in London seeks a Community Development and Engagement Team Leader. The role involves guiding individuals, managing teams, and developing community projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in social care and strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday (+ bank holidays)

Paid ‘Wellness’ hour weekly

Contributory pension scheme

Discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays

Opportunities for training and career development

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience.
• Significant experience of leading teams working with families involved in social care intervention.

Responsibilities

• Identify funding streams for social enterprise activities.
• Lead Asset-Based Community Development with community groups.
• Manage operational line management of staff.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Partnership Working

Change Management

Education

Degree or equivalent relevant experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Believe in People?

What's it really like to work at Change Grow Live?

Are you passionate about guiding individuals to reshape their lives, grow as individuals, and embrace life's full potential? Change Grow Live is a compassionate charity dedicated to offering personalised support and respect to each person accessing our services. Our core values of 'Be open, be compassionate, and be bold' inspire us to positively impact the lives of those seeking support.

An exciting opportunity has emerged within our London service for a Community Development and Engagement Team Leader to join our vibrant team.

Location: London

Hours: Full Time: 37.5 hours per week

Full Time Salary: £35,220.59 - £37,184.90

Allowance: £4,133.14 ILW (paid pro rata)

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.

Responsibilities

About the role:

• Identify existing untapped funding streams to support Service Users and Peer Mentors in developing social enterprise activities and Community Interest projects.
• Produce reports on community inclusion activities and their effectiveness.
• Collaborate with the Management Team to develop and grow social enterprise and innovative practices promoting independent recovery for individuals leaving treatment.
• Lead Asset-Based Community Development by establishing links with community groups, including voluntary and faith sectors, and working with partners, service users, peer mentors, volunteers, recovery networks, and community groups to support recovery communities.
• Manage operational line management of staff, including supervision, appraisal, performance, and sickness management, ensuring adherence to CGL and external policies.
• Empower staff to promote hope, empowerment, choices, control, and opportunities for service users to reach their full potential as individuals and community members.

About you:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in partnership working, relationship management, and developing pathways and protocols.

• Knowledge and experience in developing and leading health and social care services with high performance and quality standards.

• Significant experience of leading teams working with families involved in social care intervention.

• Knowledge of current legislation regarding children, young people, and safeguarding practices.

• Ability to lead, inspire, and develop a team.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Experience in culture and change management, staff engagement, and service improvement.

What we will give to you:

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays), increasing by 1 day per year of service, capped at 30 days.

• Paid ‘Wellness’ hour weekly, access to a ‘Wellness’ hub, and Employee Assistance Programme.

• Contributory pension scheme.

• A range of benefits including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.

• A friendly and supportive team environment.

• Opportunities for training, career development, and progression.

Please ensure your application reflects the details outlined in the job description to help us assess your suitability for the role.

If this sounds like you and you'd like to start your journey with Change Grow Live, we look forward to hearing from you.

Salary Range (pro rata if part-time):

CGL points 31 to 33 (£35,220.59 - £37,184.90)

ILW / OLW / Fringe:

Inner London Weighting (£4,133.14)

Closing Date:

16/5/2025

Contact:

Andrulla Garcia | [e-mail]

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