Overview:
Some leadership roles are about managing performance.
This one is about supporting young people discover what's possible.
Every day, children, young people and young adults across Nottinghamshire face challenges that can shape the course of their lives. The right support, at the right time, can help them build confidence, make safer choices and create brighter futures.
That's where you come in.
We're looking for an exceptional leader to inspire a multidisciplinary team supporting young people aged 16–24 and their families.
You'll create an environment where colleagues feel empowered to do their very best work, where partnerships thrive and where young people feel heard, valued and supported.
If you're motivated by developing people, influencing systems and creating services that genuinely change lives, we'd love to hear from you.
This is your opportunity to lead a county-wide service that's ambitious, innovative and committed to delivering outstanding support for children, young people and young adults affected by substance use.
You'll have the freedom to influence how services evolve, strengthen safeguarding practice, champion new ideas and build partnerships that improve outcomes across Nottinghamshire.
No two days will ever be the same.
One day you could be coaching a practitioner through a complex safeguarding decision.
The next, you'll be working alongside schools, social care, health partners and community organisations to remove barriers and create better opportunities for young people.
Every conversation matters.
Every decision has purpose.
Every day offers the chance to make a lasting difference.
✔ Believe great leadership is about helping others succeed.
✔ Enjoy developing confident, motivated and high-performing teams.
✔ See safeguarding as everyone's responsibility.
✔ Build trusted relationships wherever you go.
✔ Use curiosity, compassion and evidence to drive better outcomes.
✔ Thrive in collaborative environments where no two days are the same.
✔ Want to shape services, not simply manage them.
Location: Nottinghamshire Integrated Service (County-wide)
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
- Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and any associated payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.
As this is a county-wide leadership role, you'll be required to travel between locations across Nottinghamshire to support the needs of the service.
Responsibilities:
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You'll lead a skilled multidisciplinary team, creating a culture where learning, innovation and continuous improvement become part of everyday practice.
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You'll support colleagues through reflective supervision, strengthen safeguarding practice, oversee quality and performance, develop local partnerships and ensure every young person receives compassionate, person-centred support.
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Working closely with the Service Manager, you'll help shape the future of the service while ensuring young people remain at the heart of every decision we make.
You're already an experienced leader within children, young people's, substance misuse, health, social care or related services.
More importantly, you're someone who believes leadership is about creating opportunities for others.
You'll bring:
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Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
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Strong safeguarding knowledge and operational leadership experience.
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Confidence developing partnerships across education, health, social care and community organisations.
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Experience improving quality, performance and service delivery.
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The ability to coach, motivate and inspire people.
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Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
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A genuine passion for improving the lives of children, young people and families.
You'll join an organisation that believes in people.
Not just the people who use our services—but the people who work here too.
We invest in leadership, encourage innovation and create opportunities for our colleagues to develop fulfilling careers while making a genuine difference to communities across the country.
Our values — Be open. Be compassionate. Be bold. — aren't just words. They shape how we lead, how we support each other and how we create lasting change.
✨ 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days with service.
✨ A paid Wellness Hour every week.
✨ Wellness Hub and Employee Assistance Programme.
✨ Contributory pension scheme.
✨ Leadership development and career progression opportunities.
✨ Employee discounts and Refer a Friend Scheme.
✨ A collaborative, supportive culture where your ideas are welcomed.
We want to get to know you, not an AI tool. Please make sure your application is written in your own words and genuinely reflects your skills, experience and motivation.
If you're looking for a leadership role where you'll develop people, shape services and help young people realise their potential, we'd love to hear from you.
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.
Please note:
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check for Children and Adults.
Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Salary Range (pro rata if part time): CGL points 31 to 33 (£36,101.10 - £38,114.53) ILW / OLW /Fringe: N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date: 19/8/2026 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:: Karl Leivers |
[email protected] : This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
