We are looking for an experienced Practitioner or existing Team Leader to join our team as a Permanent Team Leader, supporting services across HMP The Verne and HMP Portland.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven individual who is committed to delivering high-quality services, empowering colleagues, and making a real difference to the lives of those we support.
As Team Leader, you will provide visible and effective leadership across both sites, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred services. You will play a key role in motivating teams, driving performance, and maintaining excellent standards of care and support.
At Change Grow Live, we believe that everyone deserves the chance to make positive changes in their life. We are a national charity that supports people to overcome challenges, build confidence, and achieve their potential.
Our values are simple:
These values guide everything we do and help us create a safe, supportive environment where people can grow and thrive. As a Team Leader, you will embody these values in your leadership approach, supporting your team to deliver outstanding services and achieve positive outcomes for the people we work with.
Location: HMP The Verne & HMP Portland
Hours: 37.5 hours per weekContract: Permanent, Full Time
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.
About the Role
Reporting to the Service Manager, you will:
We are particularly interested in hearing from:
You will ideally have:
At Change Grow Live, we invest in our people because we know they are our greatest asset. In return, you will benefit from:
If you are an experienced practitioner ready to step into leadership, or an established Team Leader looking to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us make a difference at HMP The Verne and HMP Portland.
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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.
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.
Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
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Change Grow Live is a charity that provides drug and alcohol services for adults and young people.