Team Leader
Location: Weymouth
Hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: £29,080
Duration: Permanent
Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable adults and leading a team that creates real change in people’s lives? We are looking for a resilient and compassionate Team Leader to join a specialist Rough Sleeper Outreach Service supporting adults experiencing homelessness across Dorset.
This is an opportunity to lead a dedicated outreach team delivering person-centred, trauma-informed support to individuals with complex needs, helping them move towards sustainable independence and improved wellbeing.
The Role
As Team Leader, you will oversee the day-to-day delivery of outreach services, ensuring high-quality support is provided to people who may be experiencing homelessness, mental ill-health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, or involvement with the criminal justice system. You will play a key role in motivating staff, coordinating support services, and building strong partnerships with local agencies and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support an outreach team delivering trauma-informed and strengths-based support
* Manage day-to-day service delivery and ensure high standards of care
* Build effective relationships with partner agencies and community organisations
* Support individuals with complex needs to access housing, health, and support services
* Promote positive outcomes, independence, and long-term stability for clients
* Represent the service within the local community and at partnership meetings
* Participate in an outreach rota including early mornings, evenings, and weekends
* Participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota
What We’re Looking For
* Experience supporting individuals with complex needs and/or challenging behaviours
* Previous experience within homelessness, outreach, supported housing, mental health, or related services
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
* A compassionate and proactive approach to support work
* Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle for work purposes
* Business insurance will be required for travel related to the role
Benefits
* 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Extra day off for your birthday
* Annual leave increases with service
* Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan
* Generous pension scheme
* Blue Light Card eligibility with discounts across thousands of brands
* Ongoing training and career development opportunities
* Reflective practice sessions and supportive management
* Staff discount scheme
Inclusive Employer
Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds, including individuals with lived experience. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace and encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
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