Group Development Lead — Peer Support & Service Innovation

Southdown; Lewes; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cost cash-back scheme

Interest-free loans

Access to the Easit Network

Blue Light card

Free advice and counselling service

25 days paid holiday

Job summary

Southdown is seeking a Group Development Lead to steer the development and improvement of our peer groups across Brighton and East Sussex. Based in Lewes, you will drive delivery of accessible, effective groups within our MHHS wellbeing services.

You'll work with clients, managers and partners to identify improvements, develop systems for referrals and bookings, and use data to shape best practice. This is a fixed-term contract with 37 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience of group facilitation, development and evaluation.
• Experience of working in a person-centred, recovery-focused and strength-based way.
• A full driving licence and access to a car or willingness to travel across Sussex on public transport.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and improvement of Southdown delivered groups across Brighton and East Sussex.
• Shape and strengthen the Wellbeing Service by ensuring peer groups are accessible, effective and sustainable.
• Collaborate with clients, managers, volunteers and external partners to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead projects that enhance quality, consistency and reach of our peer‑support offer.
• Develop systems for referrals, bookings and administration to simplify access to support.
• Use performance data and feedback to drive continuous improvement across multiple locations.
• Coordinate development projects, produce resources and promote the service with stakeholders.

Skills

Group facilitation

Group development

Person-centred approach

Driving licence & travel

Job description

Southdown is seeking a Group Development Lead to steer the development and improvement of our peer groups across Brighton and East Sussex. Based in Lewes, you will drive delivery of accessible, effective groups within our MHHS wellbeing services.

You'll work with clients, managers and partners to identify improvements, develop systems for referrals and bookings, and use data to shape best practice. This is a fixed-term contract with 37 hours per week.