Programme Manager

ZipRecruiter; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Cardiff seeks a Programme Manager to lead a team providing services to vulnerable individuals. The ideal candidate will have experience in homelessness sectors, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to driving impactful programs. This temporary position offers opportunities for growth and a salary of £34,673 for full-time hours, with part-time flexibility available. Join us in making a meaningful difference!

Benefits

Access to employee benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience in managing teams and services, preferably in homelessness or supported housing.
• Ability to inspire, coach, and support staff effectively.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices in the homelessness sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of support workers.
• Design and coordinate innovative programmes.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Monitor performance to meet high professional standards.

Skills

Experience managing services for vulnerable people

Strong people leadership skills

Development of effective support programmes

Understanding of the homelessness sector

Excellent communication skills

Confidence with budgets

Problem-solving skills

Commitment to charity's mission

Driver with vehicle

Job description

Overview

Programme Manager – Location: Cardiff. Salary: Full time 40 hour salary is £34,673 - Pro rata for part time = £16.67 per hour. Hours: 30 hours per week (over 4 days, 7.5 hours per day). This is a 30 hours per week post over a 4 day week. Temporary position for at least 3 months with a good possibility of extension and future option of a permanent contract for the right candidate.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and motivating a team of support workers to deliver exceptional services
• Designing and coordinating innovative programmes that focus on choice, control, and positive outcomes
• Building strong partnerships with local agencies and community organisations
• Managing budgets and resources effectively to ensure the service runs smoothly
• Monitoring performance to meet contractual requirements and high professional standards
• Deputising for the Service Manager when needed

What we're looking for

• Experience managing services for vulnerable people, ideally within homelessness or supported housing
• Strong people leadership skills - able to inspire, coach, and support staff
• A track record of developing effective, person-centred support programmes
• Good understanding of the homelessness sector, including legislation and best practice
• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Confidence with budgets, reporting, and using IT systems
• Commitment to the charity's mission, values, and trauma-informed approach
• Driver with vehicle is essential
• DBS on the live update service is highly desirable

What we offer

• The opportunity to create real change in people’s lives
• A supportive team culture and ongoing professional development
• Access to employee benefits and wellbeing support
• A role where your ideas and leadership will make a lasting difference

If you want to use your skills and experience to help transform lives, we'd love to hear from you - contact Keeran @ Moxie People. Apply now and be part of something that matters.