Overview
Join Change Grow Live in Nottingham City and take on an incredible opportunity to truly change the lives of young people.
We're looking for a passionate Young Adults Resilience Worker to help us support, empower, and inspire young adults as they navigate challenges and work toward brighter futures.
At Change Grow Live, we treat every person with dignity and empathy. Our core values—openness, compassion, and boldness—guide everything we do. We're committed to helping individuals reach their full potential, and we're looking for someone who shares that belief.
In the Young Adults Resilience Worker role, you'll be at the heart of an innovative project focused on engaging young adults with a fresh, non-judgmental approach. This isn't a traditional drug and alcohol service—it's a supportive, fact-based environment designed to empower healthier choices, reduce harm, and build resilience.
You'll be joining a warm and supportive team in Nottingham, led by a compassionate and experienced team leader, and surrounded by colleagues who truly care. Together, we create hope, open doors, and help build stronger futures. Your contribution will matter from day one, and we can't wait to welcome you.
Where: Nottingham CityHours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per weekFull Time Salary: £27,861.26 – £32, pro rata for part-time hours)
Please note: Full‑time roles at Change Grow Live are based on 37.5 hours per week. Part‑time salaries will be prorated accordingly.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Become a vital part of our multi‑disciplinary team, supporting young adults to reduce risk, build resilience, and live safer, healthier lives.
About the role
You will primarily support young adults aged 18–24 across Nottingham, with some work involving those under 18. Your responsibilities will include:
* Managing a caseload of young adults affected by drug and/or alcohol use.
* Completing assessments, developing care plans, and delivering 1:1 psychosocial and digital interventions.
* Facilitating group sessions, outreach work, and community events.
* Providing harm reduction advice and brief interventions.
* Working collaboratively with partner agencies.
* Attending safeguarding meetings and delivering training where needed.
* Using strong engagement skills to build trust and positive relationships.
* Applying robust knowledge of safeguarding for young people and adults.
About You
You will bring:
* Experience supporting young people and a genuine passion for making a difference.
* A strong understanding of the challenges young adults face today.
* Empathy, professionalism, and a non-judgmental approach to substance-related issues.
* The ability to build strong, supportive professional relationships.
* Experience working collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external partners.
* Knowledge and experience supporting young people who use substances.
* Confidence in delivering training to varied audiences and in different settings.
Your skills, experience, and approach will help transform lives and strengthen communities.
Benefits Include
* Generous holiday allowance
* Comprehensive wellbeing and support initiatives
* Contributory pension scheme
* A range of exciting employee discounts and benefits
* A positive, supportive team culture
* Excellent training and career development opportunities
This is an environment where you can grow, develop, and thrive—while making a meaningful impact every single day.
If you're passionate about empowering young adults, supporting informed choices, and helping to create brighter futures, we'd love to hear from you.
Please read the attached Job Description and Role Specifics for full details.
Make sure your application and supporting statement clearly reflect the requirements outlined.
Direct applications only – agencies will not be engaged for this vacancy.
Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.More information can be found here: Skilled Worker visa: Overview – GOV.UK
We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications, so early submission is encouraged.
Salary Range (pro rata if part time)
CGL points 23 to 28 (£27, £32,002.35)
ILW / OLW /Fringe
N/A - Outside London Weighting Area
Interview Date
9/3/2026
Closing Date
2/3/2026
If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:
Neil Brooks | |
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.