TEAM LEADER - THE KING'S TRUST

Action Together; Wigan; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a community-focused charity as a Team Leader to support young people through a transformative 12-week programme. You will engage with 16-25-year-olds facing challenges, fostering their personal and professional growth. The role combines leadership with hands-on mentoring, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in young lives.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + 1 extra day for Christmas

8 public holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or in youth/community development.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A positive, empathetic, and motivational approach.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and support young people through the programme.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities, including residentials and community projects.
• Provide one-to-one mentoring and support.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational

Empathy

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people?

About Us
Groundwork Cheshire, Lancashire & Merseyside is a community-focused charity committed to changing lives and transforming places. We deliver a wide range of programmes that support people to improve their prospects and wellbeing.

The Opportunity
We’re looking for a passionate and motivated Team Leader to deliver our King’s Trust Team Programme—a 12-week personal development course for young people aged 16–25. This is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people who are unemployed or facing personal challenges.

What You’ll Do

• Recruit and support young people through the programme
• Plan and deliver engaging activities, including residentials and community projects
• Provide one-to-one mentoring and support
• Deliver and assess the King’s Trust Certificate in Employment, Teamwork and Community Skills (up to Level 2)
• Work with local partners to enhance the programme
• Promote safeguarding and ensure participant wellbeing

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with young people or in youth/community development
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A positive, empathetic, and motivational approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality
• Access to your own transport

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave + 1 extra day for Christmas closure
• 8 public holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and development

This role requires a clear Enhanced DBS check.

For more information about the King’s Trust Team Programme please see:
>https://www.groundwork.org.uk/clm/about-groundwork-clm/groundwork-clm-current-projects/kings-trust-team-programme-new/
>https://www.kingstrust.org.uk/how-we-can-help/grow-skills-and-confidence/team

How To Apply
For full details including full job description and person specification and information on how to apply for this role, please visit:
https://www.groundwork.org.uk/jobs/team-leader-the-kings-trust/

Alternatively, please contact us by calling 01942 821444.

Key information

• Employer: Groundwork Cheshire, Lancashire and Merseyside
• Locations: Greater Manchester, Wigan
• Role Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: Full-Time

To apply for this role:

For full details including full job description and person specification and information on how to apply for this role, please visit:
https://www.groundwork.org.uk/jobs/team-leader-the-kings-trust/

More about this role

• Closing Date: Wednesday 25th June 2025 at 12:00pm
• Closing Time: 12pm
• Anticipated Interview Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2025 - 13:00
• Contact Information: [e-mail]
• Employee Benefits: 25 days holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, plus public holidaysFlexible working arrangements, depending on the needs of the roleEnhanced employer pension contribution (6%) increasing further with length of serviceCycle to Work salary sacrifice schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeDeath in Service Benefit
• Working Pattern Details: 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday - Friday (includes 45 mins for unpaid lunchbreak). Requirement to work some evenings, weekends and may be required to take part in residential weeks.
• Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes