Service Lead

  • Adecco
  • Feb 25, 2026
Full time Education

Job Description

Are you passionate about empowering women and creating supportive communities? Join our client as the Service Lead and play a pivotal role in transforming lives!

About Them:
National charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals, especially women facing homelessness and trauma.

Position Overview:
As the Service Lead, you will lead the innovative homelessness service in Surrey, focusing on both service delivery and strategic development. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team to provide holistic, person-centred support that addresses health, education, employment, and spiritual well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and inspire support workers to deliver personalised, trauma-informed care.
  • Develop partnerships with external agencies and stakeholders to enhance service delivery.
  • Ensure a culture of client involvement and co-production, fostering community and mutual support.
  • Oversee the management of referrals and ensure high-quality, psychologically informed accommodation.

What We're Looking For:

  • Substantial experience in managing services for women experiencing homelessness.
  • Proven ability to build effective partnerships and communicate a compelling vision.
  • Knowledge of the unique challenges facing homeless women and the necessary support mechanisms.
  • Strong understanding of church networks and their role in community support.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary: 42,000+ depending on experience
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
  • Flexible hybrid working options.
  • Employee assistance program and life insurance.
  • Contributory pension scheme with employer matching.

If you are ready to make a difference and lead with compassion and commitment, we want to hear from you!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.