Programme Manager
Blackpool
£37,035 - £39,513 per annum (dep on exp)
Full-time Permanent
The Role:
Are you passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their employment goals? We’re seeking a Programme Manager to lead the delivery of an impactful welfare-to-work/employment support programme in Blackpool. You’ll manage a dedicated team, oversee performance, ensure financial accountability, and collaborate with key stakeholders and commissioners to deliver measurable outcomes.
Duties:
Lead the strategic and operational delivery of employment support programmes.
Develop and implement tailored customer journey plans, including assessments and return-to-work strategies.
Manage and motivate a team, setting clear targets and providing regular supervision.
Collaborate with partners, including DWP, training providers, and local employers, to create opportunities for participants.
Ensure compliance with GDPR and funding requirements while maintaining accurate records.
Oversee budgets and produce audit-ready financial claims to secure programme funding.
Required Skills:
Level 4 qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience in managing employment support services.
Strong project management skills, ideally with a qualification in the field.
Knowledge of employment policies and the needs of individuals with health conditions or complex barriers to employment.
Excellent leadership, communication...