Deputy Manager (Community Development and Outreach)

Action Together; Rochdale; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Annual leave 25+ days with service

Pension scheme

Training opportunities

Employee wellbeing programme

Job summary

Rochdale and District Mind is seeking a proactive Outreach and Development support role based in Rochdale. You will work with the Community Outreach and Development Manager to strengthen engagement, co-deliver initiatives, and empower diverse local communities to access wellbeing services.

The role involves supervising outreach staff, building partnerships, and ensuring services meet quality and safeguarding standards, with some out-of-hours work and a blended working pattern.

Job description

To work closely with the Community Outreach and Development Manager in strengthening community engagement, fostering inclusive partnerships, and co-delivering impactful outreach initiatives. The role supports the development and implementation of projects that raise mental health awareness, challenge stigma, and empower diverse communities to access support, contribute their voices, and shape local wellbeing services.

Summary of Main Duties and Objectives of the Job:

• Assist in planning and delivering outreach activities.
• Supervise outreach staff and volunteers.
• Build relationships with community partners.
• Monitor and report on outreach performance.
• Deputise for the Group Manager when required.
• Promote a culture of empowerment, trauma-informed practice, and continuous improvement.

Support the Group Manager to :

• Design and implement outreach strategies to engage diverse communities.
• Develop community-led projects and initiatives that promote mental health and wellbeing.
• Ensure service user voices shape outreach and development activities.
• Ensure services meet contractual, legal, and quality standards, including safeguarding, GDPR, and clinical governance.
• Monitor and evaluate service performance, using data and feedback to inform improvements.
• Ensure services are delivered within budget and collaborate with the Finance Manager on financial planning and reporting.
• Contribute to the strategic development of community services, identifying opportunities for innovation and growth.
• Support tendering and funding applications, working with colleagues to develop compelling proposals.
• Build and maintain relationships with commissioners, funders, and community partners.
• Support the professional development of staff and volunteers through supervision, appraisal, and training.
• Work with HR and senior colleagues to identify training needs and promote wellbeing in the workplace.
• Lead safeguarding practice within therapeutic services, ensuring robust policies and procedures are in place.
• Identify and manage risks, reporting to senior leadership as required.
• Ensure service users are meaningfully involved in the design and delivery of services.
• Promote services through outreach, networking, and partnership working to reach underserved communities.
• Prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders, including the Board of Trustees.
• Represent Rochdale and District Mind at external meetings, forums, and events.

General principles for all Mind staff:

• To promote the empowerment of people who experience mental health and emotional wellbeing issues and to help them speak out.
• To support the active participation of mental health and emotional wellbeing service users in the services they receive.
• To practice anti-discriminatory behaviour and to adhere to Rochdale and District Mind’s objectives and policies in the delivery of all its services.

These responsibilities are subject to annual review and may need to be adjusted in line with service developments.

Key information

• Employer: Rochdale and District Mind
• Locations: Rochdale
• Role Type: Permanent
• Salary: 35hours per week in accordance with service requirement. Some out of hours and weekend work may be required.
• Working Hours: Full-Time

More about this role

• Closing Date: Friday 16th October 2026 at 12:00pm
• Anticipated Interview Date: Monday, October 19, 2026 - 13:00
• Contact Name: Cath Turner
• Employee Benefits: Staff Benefit25 Days Annual Leave, rising with extended service to 32 days per year, plus statutory bank holidays pro rataAuto-enrolment Pension scheme with 3% contribution from the organisationWithin reason, we offer Hybrid and Flexible working arrangements to help balance work and personal commitments.We offer ongoing training and development opportunitiesWe are committed to providing wellbeing opportunities in support of staff, including an Employee Assistance Programme.Any Special Conditions of Service:All service delivery will model the belief that we all have the potential to make positive change and to lead meaningful and purposeful lives.All staff will contribute to the ongoing development of an ambitious and inspirational culture and provide hope, empowerment and choices that support individuals to thrive and reach their full potential.This role is subject to an Enhanced with Barring List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check. A previous conviction does not necessarily preclude employment.If you require further information or support regarding criminal record disclosures, please visitwww.nacro.org.uk orwww.unlock.org.ukTo support this we embrace our values of:Open – We reach out to anyone who needs us.Together – We are stronger in partnerships.Responsive – We listen, we act.Independent – We speak out fearlessly.Unstoppable – We never give up.
• Working Pattern Details: in accordance with service requirement. Some out of hours and weekend work may be required.
• Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes