Team Leader (Torbay)

Recovery Focus; Colchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Torbay seeks a Team Leader to guide the criminal justice service and support the evolution of recovery services. This opportunity promises meaningful work in shaping the future of support in the community. Candidates should be passionate about collaboration, service delivery, and work with diverse populations. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies the role, emphasizing employee well-being and professional development.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Life assurance

Enhanced sick pay

Birthday leave

Professional fee reimbursement

Online GP access

Recognition awards

£500 bonus

Qualifications

• Strong focus on service delivery in a community setting.
• Experience in embedding new processes.
• Commitment to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee criminal justice service delivery.
• Support team operations in Torbay.
• Contribute to the growth of recovery services.

Skills

Passion for supporting recovery services

Ability to work with partners

Understanding of criminal justice

Job description

Team Leader (Torbay)

Location : Shrublands House,

Working Hours : 37

Contract Type : Permanent

Salary : £31,030 – £41,980

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a bold new direction in service delivery? We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader in Torbay.

As part of our new GIA – Growth in Action structure, we're offering a fantastic opportunity for a Team Leader to help shape and lead our evolving service in Torbay. This role will be an integral part of the service as we move toward a more integrated, dynamic approach.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to offer a full time Team Leader role in Torbay. You will oversee the delivery of the criminal justice part of the service as well as all round service support to the team in Torbay.

We welcome applications from individuals you are passionate about working with partners, embedding new processes and supporting the growth of the recovery services in the area.

Who are we?

Growth in Action (GIA) is an alliance between :

• Torbay Recovery Initiatives (TRI) – Drug and alcohol service
• Torbay Domestic Abuse Service (TDAS) – Domestic abuse service
• Leonard Stocks Centre (LSC) – Homelessness hostel
• Influenced by current, past and future service users
• Those who are passionate about making a positive impact in Torbay

Why do it differently?

• Current systems are difficult to navigate
• Too many people involved in someone’s care / road to recovery
• Many different referrals
• Reduce stigma
• Services are currently designed by the wrong people
• People having to tell their story multiple times
• To make us future proof and more cost effective with reduced government funds

What are we working towards?

• Services across the alliance working together
• Everything coproduced
• No wrong door approach
• Tell your story once
• Continuity of recovery worker
• People before processes
• Being inclusive and diverse

Interested? Let’s Talk!

We’re open to informal conversations with interested applicants who want to understand more about the role and the exciting vision we’re bringing to life in Torbay. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to shape the future of support and recovery in your community.

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package :

• 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
• Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
• Life assurance (3× annual salary)
• Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
• Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
• Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
• 24 / 7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition and long service awards via our and portals
• £500 bonus
• Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
• Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
• Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

Inclusion and Accessibility

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities — especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email .

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