Delivery Manager

Job Introduction

Get Set for Impact: Join a Team That Delivers Futures

We’re looking for an experienced Delivery Manager to lead our new Belfast centre, driving high-quality delivery of the Department for the Economy’s (DfE) Skills for Life and Work programme.

This project supports young people, giving them the chance to develop skills, gain work experience, and build pathways into sustainable employment. As Delivery Manager, you’ll ensure the programme runs seamlessly, overseeing staff, compliance, and performance so that every participant receives the best possible support.

If you’re ready to lead from the front, make decisions with purpose, and shape opportunities that change lives, this is the role for you.

If you’re ready to lead from the front, make decisions with purpose, and drive meaningful outcomes, this is the role for you.

TL;DR: Location: Belfast Contract: 35 hours Salary: £30 - 35k doe

Role Purpose: You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Belfast centre, ensuring the Skills for Life and Work programme is delivered to the highest standard. That means managing staff, maintaining compliance, and creating an environment where young people can gain qualifications, access work experience, and take confident steps towards employment.

Success in this role looks like: Contract KPIs met or exceeded;  A motivated, supported and high-performing team;  A safe, welcoming and compliant centre;  Safeguarding and risk managed consistently and effectively;  Strong internal communications and stakeholder confidence

Your Role: What You’ll Achieve

At Get Set UK, our Delivery Managers are trusted leaders who blend strategic oversight with day-to-day visibility. You’ll lead by example, ensuring the centre is running smoothly, contract outcomes are met, and staff are well supported.

In this role, you will:

• (Strategic Direction) Manage the successful delivery of contract objectives, performance targets and participant outcomes, working closely with regional and central teams.
• (Deliver Results) Oversee daily operations, support frontline staff, and ensure delivery is compliant with funding requirements and aligned to our service standards.
• (People & Communication) Lead, coach and develop the centre team, ensuring they’re equipped, confident and supported. Champion clear communication and team culture.
• (Get It Right) Take ownership of safeguarding, health & safety, GDPR, and audit readiness. Maintain a safe, professional and inclusive centre environment.
• (Business Acumen) Monitor and report on performance data. Manage centre risks and resources effectively, and make continuous improvements to maximise contract success.

This is a role with purpose, whether you are working on strategy or delivering day-to-day impact, you'll thrive here if you are motivated by challenge, driven by outcomes, and ready to make a difference. 

Who You Are

You’re a natural leader with operational experience, a strong grasp of contract delivery, and a people-first approach to management. You bring confidence, structure and calm energy to busy days, and you’re passionate about delivering excellence with integrity.

. Specifically, you bring:

• Experience managing people and/or contracts in employability, skills, welfare-to-work or community services
• Experience running or coordinating a centre, hub or multi-service site
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety and operational compliance
• Excellent communication, people management and organisational skills
• A track record of leading teams to meet targets and deliver outcomes
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You Share Our Values

We live our values every day, in every role:

• Be Ambitious: We act with drive and purpose
• Be Inspiring: We empower and uplift those around us
• Be Proud: We take ownership and celebrate our success
• Be Considerate: We collaborate and respect others
• Own it: We show up and do what’s needed

Our customers count on us...and we count on you! That means showing up, being present, communicating clearly, and doing what you say you will. If it sounds like you, you'll thrive here. If it doesn't feel like the right fit, that's ok too, we'd rather help you save time than take the wrong step. 

Get Set for More: Our Benefits

You’ll benefit from a supportive, progressive environment where learning is part of every role.

• Immediate access to wellbeing tools (GP, counselling, Headspace)
• Enhanced healthcare and lifestyle rewards with service
• Discounts, pension scheme, and salary sacrifice options
• Structured development through our Your Career, Your Journey framework
• Internal Learning & Development team embedding growth in every role

What to Know Before You Apply

• We reserve the right to close this advert early, so apply soon to avoid disappointment.
• We’re a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re committed to supporting you.
• This role is subject to our safeguarding and vetting process including enhanced criminal record check through AccessNI
• We do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies.

Ready to Get Set?

If you’re excited by this opportunity and believe you can make a difference, apply and help us shape futures…starting with yours!

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