Location
Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West England
Industry sector
Social Care
Job type
Contract | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
25/06/2026
Closing date
25/07/2026
Support Worker Team Leader (Criminal Justice Support Services)
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Team Leader with people management, coaching and stakeholder engagement experience to lead a dedicated support service helping individuals achieve positive life outcomes.
If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Service Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Senior Support Worker, Service Coordinator, Community Services Team Leader, Service Team Leader, Support Leader
SALARY: £27,000 to £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + Benefits
LOCATION: Covering the Greater Manchester area
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract until September 2027
WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours per week
Please note: A full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle and appropriate business use insurance is required
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Support Worker Team Leader.
As a Support Worker Team Leader you will lead, motivate and develop a team delivering high-quality, person-centred support while ensuring contractual performance, safeguarding and operational excellence.
Working closely with senior management and partner organisations, the Support Worker Team Leader will help drive continuous improvement, develop strong stakeholder relationships and support positive outcomes for the people receiving the service.
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DUTIES
Your duties as the Support Worker Team Leader include:
• Lead Service Delivery: Support the successful operational delivery of the service while maintaining high-quality standards
• Manage Employees: Provide effective line management, coaching, supervision and performance support to the team
• Develop Partnerships: Build positive working relationships with partner agencies and external stakeholders
• Monitor Performance: Ensure contractual targets, KPIs and compliance requirements are achieved
• Promote Best Practice: Encourage person-centred approaches and continuous professional development across the team
• Support Operational Planning: Assist with implementing operational plans and service improvements
• Maintain Compliance: Ensure policies, procedures and safeguarding responsibilities are consistently followed
• Prepare Reports: Contribute to operational reporting and performance monitoring as required
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
• Previous experience leading, supervising and motivating employees and/or volunteers
• Experience building effective working relationships with partner organisations
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to coach, influence and develop high-performing teams
• Ability to prioritise workloads, delegate effectively and meet deadlines
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience using databases and management systems
• Commitment to safeguarding vulnerable adults and maintaining professional standards
• Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle and willingness to travel across Greater Manchester
DESIRABLE
• Previous experience within criminal justice, homelessness, substance misuse, mental health or related support services
• Personal lived experience, or experience supporting someone affected by offending, addiction, homelessness or mental health challenges
• Knowledge of project management principles
• Experience interpreting and analysing performance information
• Ability to contribute to service development and continuous improvement
BENEFITS
• 28 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays with Christmas closure and increased annual leave with length of service
• An additional day's leave on your birthday
• Dedicated monthly learning time and coaching support
• Confidential counselling, legal advice and wellbeing support
• Workplace pension and life assurance
• Paid volunteering days and employee engagement initiatives
This role requires a DBS Check
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-C14855
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