Lead Practitioner - Intervention Team

Location:

Forward Leeds – Kirkgate and Seacroft, Leeds

Working hours:

37 hours per week (Full Time)

Contract type:
Permanent (Full Time)

Salary: £31,030.00 - £41,980.00 per annum (full earning potential)

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we have created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England, supporting around 125,000 people each year through nearly 200 services and employing 3,500 staff and volunteers.

Forward Leeds is the city’s alcohol and drug service, offering advice, support and treatment for adults, young people and families. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Lead Practitioner to join our Focused Intervention Team, working across both Kirkgate and Seacroft sites. The role includes one late shift each week, working until 7:00pm to meet service needs.

• Provide day‑to‑day operational leadership and support to a team of up to 10 staff within the Focused Intervention Team.
• Supervise, coach and develop staff through regular supervision, appraisal, training and performance management.
• Support the Service Manager to deliver high‑quality services that meet contractual requirements, quality standards and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Lead on the development and implementation of specialist pathways, interventions and service improvements.
• Maintain a small caseload of adults with complex needs, completing comprehensive assessments, risk assessments and recovery plans.
• Deliver and oversee evidence‑based psychosocial interventions using trauma‑informed and recovery‑focused approaches.
• Support staff with complex case management, safeguarding, risk management and professional decision‑making.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare providers, housing services, criminal justice partners and community organisations to provide coordinated support.
• Analyse service information and performance data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Ensure accurate, timely and confidential case recording in line with organisational policies and clinical governance standards.
• Promote harm reduction, reduce the impact of substance use on individuals and the wider community, and encourage positive recovery outcomes.
• Deputise for the Service Manager when required and contribute to the wider leadership and development of Forward Leeds.

We are looking for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about supporting people, leading teams and delivering excellent services.

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) is essential.
• A relevant professional qualification in addiction studies, counselling, social work or a related discipline is desirable.
• Experience of supervising, mentoring and developing staff, including effective supervision, performance management and supporting professional development.
• Significant experience of working with adults affected by alcohol and drug use, including non‑dependent alcohol use and non‑opiate substance use.
• Experience delivering evidence‑based interventions such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), Psychosocial Interventions (PSIs), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and ITEP is essential.
• Experience completing comprehensive assessments, risk assessments, safeguarding and recovery planning while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Experience working collaboratively with health services, criminal justice agencies, housing providers and community organisations to achieve positive outcomes for people with multiple and complex needs.
• Experience monitoring service quality, analysing management information and contributing to continuous service improvement in line with national guidance and best practice.
• Excellent communication, organisational and relationship‑building skills with confidence using Microsoft Office and electronic case management systems.
• A compassionate, resilient and proactive leadership style that motivates others, manages competing priorities and creates a positive, inclusive team environment.

• 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
• Pens…