Job Introduction

Do you want to help build a brighter future for communities and individuals in Wakefield and District?

An opportunity has arisen for 2 Team Managers to lead our Turning Point’s Inspiring Recovery drug & alcohol services that are currently expanding during a really exciting time in the sector with new funding and investment.

As a Team Manager we offer a starting salary of £35,490 rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, rising to £41,518 per year (dependent on experience you may be offered a starting salary above the initial scale point).

You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey and clearly defined career pathways that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths.

1 Team Manager will directly manage our Young Persons and Young Adults service. As well as line manage Team Leaders who manage community drug treatment services in satellite settings.

1 Team Manager will directly manage our Non-Opiate and Outreach teams. As well as Team Leaders in our 2 bespoke recovery services.

Main Responsibilities

• Providing visible leadership to staff offering a positive, supportive environment for teams to thrive;
• Help to ensure the delivery of excellent person-centred interventions with individuals for whom we provide support;
• Ensure services are delivered in line with National Governance and aligned with Public Health Substance Use Strategy;
• Developing effective partnerships across Turning Point and with key local organisations to enhance service delivery;
• Drive forward performance and work in line with meeting service KPIs

The Ideal Candidate

Essential:

• Demonstratable leadership skills and flexible and adaptable leadership style;
• In depth understanding and ability to manage both performance and operational functioning of the teams I lead;
• Excellent communication skills (verbal/written). Ability to adapt to respond to staff, commissioners/partners and people we support;
• Strong organisational, time management and prioritisation skills;
• Ability to remain calm and resilient in high pressure environments.
• Previous experience managing similar services/teams
• Full driving licence and access and ability to use own vehicle

Desirable:

• Management qualification or equivalent
• Experience of managing managers
• Knowledge of local services and key partnerships across the county

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:

• 25 days’ paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 27 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.
• Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees Turning Point Benefits.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

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