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Drug and Alcohol Team Leader

The Alcohol & Drug Service

Full-time

Doncaster

Salary £36791 - £43328 depending on experience.

The Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS) are a registered charity who have been transforming the lives of people affected by problematic drugs and alcohol use for over 40 years.

ASPIRE is a partnership between ADS and Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH).

It combines the strengths of both NHS provision under the leadership of a consultant with the strengths of the voluntary sector provided by ADS.

The partnership has worked together for over 20 years providing Drug and Alcohol Services to our local communities.

It is a forward thinking and innovative partnership that works closely with the recovery communities it serves to provide flexible, responsive services which offer the best possible outcomes for its service users and community.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Drug & Alcohol Team Leader to oversee and develop our Criminal Justice, Outreach, and Aspire for Parents services.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate leader who is committed to improving outcomes for individuals, families, and communities affected by substance misuse.

Team Leader Role

As Team Leader, you will provide operational leadership, day-to-day management, and clinical oversight across multiple service areas, ensuring high-quality, person-centred support is delivered at all times.

You will lead a dedicated team working across:

• Criminal Justice interventions
• Outreach and engagement services
• Aspire for Parents programme

The successful candidate will promote recovery-focused practice, partnership working, safeguarding, and service innovation while ensuring contractual and organisational targets are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support a multidisciplinary team
• Manage performance, quality assurance, and service delivery
• Develop strong partnerships with criminal justice agencies and community services
• Support staff development through supervision and mentoring
• Ensure safeguarding procedures and risk management processes are effectively implemented
• Monitor outcomes, KPIs, and compliance requirements
• Promote inclusive, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused approaches

About You

You will have:

• A relevant degree e.g.

social work, psychology or Diploma in substance misuse or equivalent
• L3 Tackling Substance Misuse or equivalent
• ILM L5 Leadership and Management or equivalent
• Experience working within drug and alcohol services
• Previous leadership or management experience
• Knowledge of criminal justice pathways and outreach work
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and risk management
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A passion for supporting vulnerable individuals and families

We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits package - Salary range: £36791 - £43328 depending on experience.
• Generous annual leave, 29 days annual leave per annum, rising to 31 after 2 years’ service and 34 after 5; plus, public holidays
• Attractive Pension Package (6% employer contribution)
• Health Scheme
• Enhanced sick pay

NOTE: The successful candidate must, by the commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

The ADS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity.

We promote the fair and equal treatment of potential and existing employees and service users.

To apply please click on the link provided.