Team Leader
Overview:
Join Our Team at Change Grow Live: Lead the Way in Transforming Lives in Cambridge
At Change Grow Live, people are our foundation. We’re committed to helping individuals change direction, grow as unique individuals, and live life to its fullest. Our core values guide every choice we make, shaping our approach as we support not only the people who use our services but also our dedicated staff and volunteers.
While we may not control every external factor affecting those we serve, we are deeply committed to making a positive impact. With our collective expertise, compassion, and focus, we work to challenge stigma, confront oppression, and create a supportive, respectful environment for all.
Our Services
Change Grow Live operates two key services: Drug and Alcohol Services, and our Specialist Outreach Service. The Outreach Service in Cambridge aims to support and empower people affected by homelessness. Our ultimate objective is simple but powerful: to bring rough sleeping in Cambridge to an end, reaching a point where our services are no longer required.
Responsibilities:
The Opportunity: Team Leader - Specialist Outreach Service
We’re excited to offer a rare opportunity to join our specialist Outreach team, based in the historic and picturesque city of Cambridge. Whether you are an experienced Team Leader within this sector or someone ready to take the next step in your career, we warmly invite you to apply.
As Team Leader, you’ll be pivotal in guiding a specialist team dedicated to improving lives and creating lasting change in the community. We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual who understands the importance of balancing team management with the need for timely, effective outcomes.
What We’re Looking For- An Inspiring Leader: Someone who brings a collaborative and empathetic approach to leadership, fostering a culture of support and empowerment within the team and with the people we serve.
- Experienced in Outreach and Community Support: A professional with a deep understanding of the challenges and nuances of homelessness outreach, including an awareness of social and systemic issues impacting vulnerable individuals.
- Results-Driven and Compassionate: You know how to achieve meaningful outcomes, balancing a results-focused approach with a strong sense of empathy and understanding for complex personal circumstances.
- Adaptable and Resilient: Capable of responding to the unique demands of frontline outreach work, remaining flexible and composed in changing and sometimes challenging situations.
- Committed to Making a Difference: A true advocate for social change, passionate about helping others and driven by a mission to create long-term, positive impact in the Cambridge community.
If you have the vision, empathy, and expertise to lead our Outreach team in this exceptional role, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information or any questions, please contact our Service Manager, Waq Zahid, at Waqqas.zahid@cgl.org.uk
Additional Information
Pay Scale:31 - 33 £34,700.09 - £36, 635.38
This role requires an Enhanced Adult DBS check.
Salary Range (pro rata if part time): CGL points 31 to 33 (£34,700.09 - £36,635.37)
ILW / OLW /Fringe: N/A - Outside London Weighting Area
Interview Date: 3/12/2024
Closing Date: 29/11/2024
If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:: Waq Zahid | waqqas.zahid@cgl.org.uk | 07341542250
: This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.