Head of Services

Head of Services

Full time

Salary: £40,826 – £46,523

Location: Hybrid: Hamilton

Closing Date: 4th April 2025

Role

Community Volunteers Enabling You (COVEY) has been a lifeline for children, young people, and families across Lanarkshire since 1992. We provide 1-1 and group-based befriending, mentoring, and family support services tailored to those who need it most. Our mission is to help children, young people and families become more resilient, safe, and better equipped to reach their full potential.

As the Head of Services, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of COVEY’s services. You will lead and inspire a dynamic team to deliver high-quality, integrated, and impactful services that respond to the needs of children, young people and families. Your leadership will ensure that COVEY continues to meet its mission and strategic objectives, while fostering innovation and continuous improvement.

Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, you will oversee the development of participant support models, cultivate strategic partnerships with statutory and third-sector organisations, and ensure services meet the objectives outlined in grant or tender agreements.

What we’re looking for:

1. A degree in Health & Social Care, Youth Work, Community Development, or equivalent experience.
2. Extensive experience in service delivery roles within the third sector or public sector.
3. Proven leadership skills with a track record of motivating teams.
4. Flexible, innovative, and solution-focused approach to leadership and service delivery.
5. Experience in service planning, delivery, and evaluation, with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes.
6. Strong knowledge and experience of safeguarding, compliance, and risk management.
7. Excellent communication, financial management, and strategic thinking skills.
8. A deep understanding of the needs of vulnerable children, young people, and families.

What We Offer

We offer a rewarding and fulfilling role with the opportunity to develop your skills and career in an enriching environment. Our benefits package includes:

Financial Benefits:

1. Competitive salary (£40,826 - £46,523)
2. 6% employer pension contribution
3. Access to ScotWest Credit Union (loans, mortgages, and savings accounts)

Wellbeing & Work-Life Balance:

1. Flexible working (including flexi-time)
2. One special leave day to celebrate your birthday
3. HSF Health plan (including dental, optical, physio claim back, personal accident coverage, GP, mental health counselling, legal support, and discounts for gym, cinema, and shopping)
4. Quarterly staff wellbeing activities

Professional Development:

1. Access to learning and development opportunities
2. Support for continuous professional growth

Application notes

You will find our application form and full job description here.

Please return the completed application form in Word format to recruitment@coveybefriending.org.uk.

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact the office by emailing office@coveybefriending.org.uk.

Join us and make a lasting impact in the lives of children, young people, and families!