Job Description

Job Title:

STAND TO Project Manager

Salary:

31,500 - 34,500 (dependent on experience)

Hours:

37 per week

Contract:

Fixed term - 2 years (extension subject to funding)

Base:

Veteran Community Hub, Chesterfield

Closing Date:

22nd February 2026

Application Process:

To apply for this position, please complete our online application form using the following link:

https://forms.office.com/e/kjXQ9eSScC

or access it through our website at:

www.standto.uk.com

Please ensure that you read the and Person Specification carefully before submitting your application.

Please note: CVs will not be accepted. All applicants must complete the online application form.

Closing date for applications is Sunday, 22nd February.

Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 2nd March and will be scheduled in advance. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly to arrange a suitable time.

If you have any questions, please contact us at recruitment@daas.uk.com or call 01246 959333.

About STAND TO

STAND TO is a specialist veterans' support service within DAAS (Derbyshire Addictions Advice Service). Originally established to provide dedicated alcohol support for veterans, it has grown into a holistic wellbeing service offering recovery programmes, mental health support, community activities, and a thriving Veteran Community Hub.

With further expansion planned (subject to funding) to support the wider Armed Forces community--including serving personnel and families--this is an exciting time to join the team.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated

Project Manager

to lead the day?to?day operations of STAND TO. The role combines:

Project oversight and data reporting Staff and volunteer management Partnership building with military, statutory, and community organisations Oversight of the Veteran Community Hub A small clinical caseload supporting veterans with mental health and/or addiction needs
You will ensure the service operates safely, professionally, and in line with DAAS governance, contributing to strategic development, service quality, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and monitor project delivery, ensuring accurate data capture and production of funder reports Oversee safeguarding, risk management, and clinical governance Maintain strong relationships with military, NHS, local authority, and voluntary sector partners Supervise staff and volunteers, providing line management, training oversight, and on?call support Promote the STAND TO service at events, meetings and through digital channels Contribute to service development, funding opportunities, and stakeholder engagement

About You

You will bring:

Essential:

Military experience orclose family connection to the Armed Forces, with leadership experience Experience managing staff or volunteers Experience in support, welfare, community, or mental health settings Strong communication, organisational and IT skills Ability to manage risk, safeguarding and professional boundaries Commitment to supporting veterans and their families

Desirable:

Experience in veteran?specific services ILM Level 5 (or equivalent) Experience supervising clinical caseload staff Knowledge of Armed Forces Covenant, ERS, and veteran?related policy

Benefits:

You will receive 25 days of annual leave plus statutory holidays, both pro-rated based on your working hours. Additional benefits include access to an Employee Assistance Programme, a Medicash Health Plan, and a company pension scheme.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 31,500.00-34,500.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 22/02/2026