Project Lead – In Your Corner (IYC) Programme | North West
Shape systems. Influence partnerships. Change lives.
At Change Grow Live, we believe in creating real, lasting change. Every day, our teams work alongside people to break cycles, unlock potential, and build safer, healthier communities.
About the role
You will lead the mobilisation, coordination and delivery of the IYC programme across the North West. This includes:
* Leading the operational delivery of the IYC programme across custodial and community settings.
* Building and strengthening multi‑agency partnerships with HMPPS, probation, police, Project 180, local authorities and VCSE partners.
* Developing and embedding effective referral pathways across custody, community and diversionary routes.
* Driving high‑quality, trauma‑informed practice, ensuring safeguarding and risk management are central.
* Using data and insight to monitor performance, influence system improvements and remove barriers to engagement.
* Providing visible, values‑led leadership to staff and representing the programme at strategic and operational forums.
About You
The ideal candidate has:
* Proven operational leadership experience within criminal justice, health, substance misuse or related services.
* A strong track record of multi‑agency partnership working and system navigation.
* Experience leading teams and delivering complex programmes or projects.
* Deep understanding of rehabilitation, behaviour change, and recovery‑focused approaches.
* Ability to translate strategy into delivery, balancing operational detail with strategic oversight.
* Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and problem‑solving skills.
* Commitment to trauma‑informed, values‑led practice and improving outcomes for people facing multiple disadvantage.
Location & flexibility
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time (37.5 hrs per week for full‑time roles)
Location: Your closest CGL Service; remote work with regular travel across North West prisons and community sites.
What You Can Expect From Us
* 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service.
* A weekly Wellness Hour and access to our wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.
* A contributory pension scheme.
* Wide range of employee benefits and discounts.
* Supportive, inclusive culture with opportunities for development and progression.
Why join Change Grow Live?
* Rooted in communities.
* Built on evidence and compassion.
* Designed to create long‑term, sustainable change.
Our values and culture
* Creating the conditions for success for our people.
* Working together to deliver high‑quality learning and development opportunities.
* Building a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued, included, and able to contribute.
Direct applications only; we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.
If you’re ready to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact across the North West, we would love to hear from you.
Remuneration: CGL points 31 to 33 (£35,220.59 - £37,184.90).
Outside London weighting area: N/A.
Note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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