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Substance Misuse Team Leader (Ref: 0065ZA)

The closing date is 13 August 2025

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Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Team Leader with a can-do attitude. The Team Leader will lead our brilliant team who support our clients experiencing challenges with drugs or alcohol. The successful applicant will have a good understanding of the issues for those who struggle with substance misuses and the best ways we are able to support our clients.

Main duties of the job

Managing and developing your team to reach its full potential will be key to your success and will be your passion. You will motivate your team to deliver exceptional services to those we support and will have the ability to connect quickly with both staff and clients, treating them respectfully and with dignity. This is a busy team, with multiple priorities ongoing, so it's important that you are highly organised and able to manage your time effectively. You and your team will be responsible for delivering against targets, always ensuring the service is complying with all of the necessary requirements that arise from working in a social care setting. There'll be data analysis and administration tasks to deal with too, but that's all part of this busy and varied job that you take in your stride.

About us

WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland. Our name reflects who we are - a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way that's right for them. Our staff team changes lives. If you're passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, we'd love to hear from you.

Details

Date posted

25 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,390 to £37,700 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

oc-1753370634-8N7SB

Job locations

Wigan

Wigan

WN1 1HR


Job description

Job responsibilities

Our team in Wigan & Leigh are recruiting for an experienced Team Leader to join our excellent team in providing high quality recovery care to a diverse client group. If you are an engaging and motivational leader, who is passionate about changing people's lives for the better, we'd love to hear from you. The closing date for applications is 13th August 2025. Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised. All applicants must submit a CV along with a cover letter explaining why they should be considered for this role. About the Role The successful applicant will have a positive approach to working in a dynamic environment with a commitment to providing meaningful services to those who present to our service and achieve this by supporting the existing dedicated team of recovery workers. Areas of work will include: Supporting the management team in the delivery of the contracted service Positively promoting the service and WithYou Wigan & Leigh Managing the staff within the service, ensuring staff are well informed, inspired and engaged with the strategic objectives of WithYou and that a cohesive culture is developed This is a full time position, working Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm. A full job description and person specification is available on request from . As an organisation we do not have a sponsorship license and are unable to provide sponsorship to live and work in the UK. As such candidates are required to hold the right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract you are applying for. Benefits

  • 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
  • Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme
  • Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
  • Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
  • We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period
    • DE&I As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans. As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role. WithYou is also a Disability Confident Employer, and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Our team in Wigan & Leigh are recruiting for an experienced Team Leader to join our excellent team in providing high quality recovery care to a diverse client group. If you are an engaging and motivational leader, who is passionate about changing people's lives for the better, we'd love to hear from you. The closing date for applications is 13th August 2025. Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised. All applicants must submit a CV along with a cover letter explaining why they should be considered for this role. About the Role The successful applicant will have a positive approach to working in a dynamic environment with a commitment to providing meaningful services to those who present to our service and achieve this by supporting the existing dedicated team of recovery workers. Areas of work will include: Supporting the management team in the delivery of the contracted service Positively promoting the service and WithYou Wigan & Leigh Managing the staff within the service, ensuring staff are well informed, inspired and engaged with the strategic objectives of WithYou and that a cohesive culture is developed This is a full time position, working Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm. A full job description and person specification is available on request from . As an organisation we do not have a sponsorship license and are unable to provide sponsorship to live and work in the UK. As such candidates are required to hold the right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract you are applying for. Benefits

  • 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
  • Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme
  • Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
  • Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
  • We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period
    • DE&I As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans. As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role. WithYou is also a Disability Confident Employer, and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • ONC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent or a commitment to complete within 18-months
    • A driving licence and access to a vehicle

    Experience

    Essential

    • A successful track record of management responsibilities and development of others
    • Demonstrable experience of working in the health, social care or criminal justice setting and of working in partnership with a range of statutory and non-statutory agencies
    • An understanding of the issues facing young people experiencing challenges in relation to drug/alcohol and/or mental health challenges
    • The ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders
    • The ability to work effectively as a team player in a collaborative and supportive manner
    • Knowledge of health and safety, including assessing high risk situations
    • Be resilient and have the ability to work under pressure
    • Be results driven and possess analytical skills
    • Be committed to WithYou Guiding Principles and Behaviours
    • Above all, we are looking for someone who is passionate about what we do, with an inspiring and engaging approach.
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • ONC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent or a commitment to complete within 18-months
    • A driving licence and access to a vehicle

    Experience

    Essential

    • A successful track record of management responsibilities and development of others
    • Demonstrable experience of working in the health, social care or criminal justice setting and of working in partnership with a range of statutory and non-statutory agencies
    • An understanding of the issues facing young people experiencing challenges in relation to drug/alcohol and/or mental health challenges
    • The ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders
    • The ability to work effectively as a team player in a collaborative and supportive manner
    • Knowledge of health and safety, including assessing high risk situations
    • Be resilient and have the ability to work under pressure
    • Be results driven and possess analytical skills
    • Be committed to WithYou Guiding Principles and Behaviours
    • Above all, we are looking for someone who is passionate about what we do, with an inspiring and engaging approach.

    Disclosure and Barring Service Check

    This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

    Employer details

    Employer name

    We Are With You

    Address

    Wigan

    Wigan

    WN1 1HR


    Employer's website

    https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    We Are With You

    Address

    Wigan

    Wigan

    WN1 1HR


    Employer's website

    https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Recruitment Advisor

    Abby Hadfield

    recruitment@wearewithyou.org.uk

    Details

    Date posted

    25 July 2025

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    £26,390 to £37,700 a year

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    oc-1753370634-8N7SB

    Job locations

    Wigan

    Wigan

    WN1 1HR


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