Drive Service Manager in Manchester

We are looking for a DRIVE Service Manager to oversee our high risk/high harm domestic abuse intervention.

Drive is a high risk / high harm domestic abuse perpetration intervention. Its sole aim is to reduce the risk posed by those using high levels of harm towards family members and / or (ex) partners. This is achieved via disruption, diversion and direct behaviour change work, where safe to do so, within a multi-agency framework.

The role

As Drive Service Manager, you will lead the delivery and development of the DRIVE service working with high-risk perpetrators of domestic abuse. You'll manage and support a team of frontline practitioners, ensuring the service is safe, effective and delivers meaningful behaviour change while prioritising victim safety. Working closely with commissioners, statutory partners and the wider Drive Partnership, you'll champion a collaborative, multi-agency approach, oversee service performance, and help shape the operational and strategic direction of the programme locally.

About you

You'll have experience of managing teams within domestic abuse, criminal justice, safeguarding or a related field, with a strong understanding of working with high-risk individuals and managing complex risk. You'll be confident leading staff, providing effective supervision, and ensuring services are delivered safely, consistently and to a high standard.

You'll have experience of working in partnership with statutory and voluntary agencies, building effective relationships and contributing to multi-agency responses. Strong organisational skills, sound judgement and the ability to balance operational demands with strategic priorities are essential. You'll also be comfortable analysing performance information, producing reports and using data to drive service improvement.

We're looking for someone who is proactive, resilient and able to lead through change. You'll understand the importance of safeguarding, accountability and professional curiosity, and be committed to delivering a service that supports behaviour change while keeping victims and their children at the centre of all decision making.

About us

We want to make working at TLC an enjoyable and rewarding experience.

It takes a dedicated, passionate, and flexible team to deliver the range of services we provide. We’re lucky to have over 150 people on our teams and 12 Trustees who believe in what we do. We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, engaged and highly motivated people to join our team.

We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest pool, reflecting the diverse range of people we support.

We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to be the best you can be, please contact us.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Key information

• Locations: Hybrid, Greater Manchester, Manchester
• Role Type: Fixed term
• Working Hours: Full-Time

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More about this role

• Closing Date: Monday 27th July 2026 at 12:00pm
• Closing Time: 9am
• Employee Benefits: Annual ‘Continuous Professional Development’ allowance Generous annual leave entitlement including: Additional December leave (Subject to yearly board approval) Birthday leave Health & Wellbeing Day EDI focused Volunteering Day Access to Employee Assistance Programme Access to Cycle to Work scheme Paid 30-minute lunch-break & flexible working approach Access to social activities hosted by Bruntwood.
• Flexible Working Options: Compressed hours, Remote Working
• Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes