Job Description

Overview:

Believe in People?

The best people have one thing in common.

They care.

At Change Grow Live, our daily commitment to the core values of being open, compassionate, and bold drives our staff to create a positive impact on the lives of service users. We provide unwavering support and respect in a safe environment, fostering a sense of community.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those in Recovery? So are we!

At Change Grow Live Soutwark, we believe everyone in our community has the right to a safe, healthy, and purposeful life. Our aim is to engage with people providing holistic support through all stages of treatment, including assessment, prescribing, access to detox and rehab, and addressing the comprehensive needs to sustain engagement.

We are actively seeking a passionate and resilient

Team Leader

to join our

Southwark

service within our opiate team, where you will play a central role in leading a team that supports service users with multiple and complex needs.

We are seeking a passionate, motivated, and creative individual to lead our multi-disciplinary team. Our team is composed of dedicated and nurturing professionals who are committed to developing innovative ways to support individuals.

Where:

Camberwell / Elephant and Castle

Hours:

Full Time 37.5 per week

Full time Salary:

35,220.59 - 37,184.91 depending on experience, pro rata for part time hours

Allowance:

4133.14 Inner London Weighting pro rata for part time hours
Responsibilities:

About Us:

In this pivotal role, you'll be an integral part of our team, reporting to the deputy service manager. Your daily operational leadership will play a central role in supporting recovery workers and establishing meaningful relationships with diverse stakeholders and partner organisations. Your efforts will make a profound impact on the well-being of individuals facing homelessness and substance misuse, as we actively pursue innovative solutions.

Responsibilities:

Lead and inspire a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high-quality support to service users accessing the service. Your role involves guiding your team through operational line management, including supervision, appraisal, performance, and sickness management. Foster a compassionate and inclusive environment where every person is treated as an individual, with flexibility, curiosity, and active listening being central to our approach. Empower your staff to instill hope, offer choices, and create opportunities for service users, supporting them in realising their full potential. Collaborate with your team and the Designated Safeguarding Lead to identify and mitigate risks for service users. Provide values-based feedback and enhance service user outcomes through observed practice.

About You:

We're looking for someone with essential experience in the homelessness and substance misuse sector, bringing valuable insights and empathy to the role. Demonstrate a strong track record in leading teams working with families involved in social care intervention, with a comprehensive grasp of relevant legislation. Your proficient leadership skills, exceptional communication abilities, and proficiency in common MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) are pivotal attributes that will make a significant difference in this position. Be a part of the journey to positively impact the lives of individuals and communities.

What We Offer:

Competitive holiday allowance, with additional days earned over time. Weekly 'Wellness' hour and access to our 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assistance Programme.
Contributory pension scheme.
Exciting benefits, including discounts on shopping, cinema, holidays, and more. Supportive and friendly team. Comprehensive training, career development, and progression opportunities. A refer a friend scheme

Apply Today!

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.

Direct applications only -- we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here:

Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.


Salary Range (pro rata if part time): CGL points 31 to 33 (35,220.59 - 37,184.90) ILW / OLW /Fringe: Inner London Weighting (4,133.14) Closing Date: 19/10/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:: Melissa Slayford | Melissa.Slayford@cgl.org.uk : This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.