Hep C specialist worker

Overview

Change Grow Live is a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference in people's lives. We offer support and respect in a safe environment, treating each person as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options.

Our core values are 'Be open, be compassionate and be bold', and our team members apply these daily to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Hep C Specialist Worker to join our team in Manchester. This is a specialist role for someone with the skills, knowledge and passion to lead on Hepatitis C interventions, supporting service users through testing, treatment, and recovery, while also helping to develop workforce confidence and service-wide approaches to BBV prevention and care.

Where: Manchester

Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week

Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 (based on full-time hours, pro rata for part-time)

Contract: Full time, permanent

Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead on Hepatitis C interventions across the service, using a whole-system, harm reduction approach.
• Identify and support service users at risk of BBVs, offering screening, harm reduction advice, and pathways into treatment.
• Support workforce development by building knowledge and confidence in BBV testing and treatment among staff and volunteers.
• Collect and analyse data to support surveillance and service improvement.
• Contribute to innovative models of Hep C care that reflect local needs and diversity.
• Promote awareness through events and campaigns, such as World Hepatitis Day.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure integrated, person-centred care.

About you

• You'll have a strong understanding of substance misuse and BBV-related harm.
• Experience working in a similar field, with a focus on harm reduction and public health.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage service users and professionals alike.
• Able to work independently and manage your time effectively.
• Committed to safeguarding, equality, and continuous professional development.
• Passionate about improving health outcomes for marginalised communities.

What we will give to you

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays), rising by 1 day for each year of service (capped at 30 days)
• Paid "Wellness" hour each week, plus access to a "Wellness" hub and Employee Assistance Programme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays and more
• A friendly and supportive team
• Training, career development & progression opportunities
• Generous Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Salary Range (pro rata if part time)

CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35)

ILW / OLW /Fringe

N/A - Outside London Weighting Area

Interview Date

19/11/2025

Closing Date

9/11/2025

If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:

Angharad Englefield Nelson

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.