Are you enthusiastic about mental health recovery and social inclusion?

For almost 50 years, Restore has empowered Oxfordshire’s communities to flourish, transforming lives as a leading mental health charity.

Are you prepared to step into a fulfilling position where you can make a real difference?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Team Leader who will inspire and guide our committed staff, advocating for person-centred, recovery-focused mental health support that serves individuals from every background. If you flourish in a nurturing, values-driven environment and feel passionate about fostering positive change, take advantage of this opportunity to create lasting influence, your adventure starts now!

Why Restore?

This is an exciting time to join Restore as we embark on our ambitious new strategy for 2026. Be part of an organisation committed to pioneering fresh approaches in mental health recovery, empowering people to live fuller, more connected lives. Together, we are evolving—driven by innovation, compassion, and community spirit.

• Make a real difference – Restore is igniting real change for people recovering their mental health across Oxfordshire. Join us and help shape brighter futures, giving hope and confidence to those who need it most.

• Make a real difference – Restore is sparking genuine transformation for individuals recovering their mental health across Oxfordshire. Become part of our team and help shape brighter futures, offering hope and reassurance to those who need it most. You'll be valued in a workplace that celebrates diversity, mutual respect, and shared achievement.

• Professional Growth – Benefit from a comprehensive training programme and opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge, and experience. With our new strategy, you'll have the chance to contribute to innovative projects and advance your career in ways that truly make an impact.
• Wellbeing Focus – Lead wellbeing-focused interventions and group activities, working collaboratively with other agencies and community groups. Help us build a stronger, more inclusive Oxfordshire where everyone can thrive.
• Be Part of Our Evolution – As Restore evolves in 2026, your ideas and passion will help drive our renewed vision for recovery and inclusion. Join us and play a pivotal role in shaping the next chapter of mental health support.

If you’re ready to inspire change, lead innovation, and make a real difference, Restore welcomes you on our journey towards a brighter future.

About the role:

• Lead and organise mental health recovery programmes that help individuals reach their goals in a group setting. Support staff to manage activities, using outdoor spaces, cafes, and shop, alongside education and personal development, tailored to their strengths and aspirations.
• Manage and lead a team to create a supportive, high-performing environment. Promote professional growth, teamwork, and drive person-centred support delivery.

• Oversee and quality check case management and groupwork outcomes, ensuring all activities meet quality assurance, safeguarding, and compliance standards. You will evaluate activities and analyse performance to set objectives with teams.
• Work closely with individuals, families, carers, and stakeholders to ensure teams deliver truly person-centred recovery, listening to feedback and continuously improving the service. Your collaborative approach will ensure each group and every person receives support that is respectful, inclusive, and tailored to their needs.
• Champion Restore’s values—Recovery, Empowerment, Respect, Support, and Hope—in all aspects of your work, ensuring that every action and decision upholds our commitment to person-centred care and positive outcomes.

What You’ll Bring

• Positive attitude, leadership, purposeful management, resilience, and enthusiasm for Restore’s mission.
• Experience in leadership and management in health, social care, welfare, teaching, or related sectors.
• Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills.
• IT literacy and willingness to travel across Restore’s service area.
• An interest in quality and outcome improvement.
• Experience supervising and managing staff, motivational interviewing/coaching, and working with people with mental health needs.

Ready to inspire recovery and make a difference?

Restore is committed to diversity and inclusion—everyone is welcome. Our Recovery Co-ordinators are at the heart of our mission, supporting over 1,800 people in the last year through group, coaching, training and Restores, Recovery College.

Apply today and join us in shaping a brighter future for Oxfordshire.

Closing date: Sunday, 15th March 2026 at midday.

Interviews will be held face to face on Wednesday, 25th March 2026 (afternoon)