Harm Reduction Worker

Waythrough; Bradford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Pension scheme 4.5% employer contrib

Life assurance 3× annual salary

Enhanced sick pay

Birthday leave and buy-up options

Professional fee reimbursement

24/7 online GP access

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition and long service awards

Cycle to Work

Blue Light/Card discounts

Free will writing service

Inclusion and accessibility

Job summary

Waythrough is seeking a Harm Reduction Worker to join the New Vision Bradford team. You will support people accessing drug and alcohol services with practical, compassionate, and person-centred help, aiming to reduce harms and enable access to appropriate interventions and wider support.

Working alongside the Harm Reduction Lead and colleagues across the service, you will contribute to high-quality, evidence-based support reflecting individual needs and circumstances, in a non-judgemental

Qualifications

• A compassionate, respectful and non-judgemental approach.
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with people accessing our services.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider service delivery team.
• Person-centred approach and commitment to dignity and respect.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage responsibilities.
• Genuine interest in harm reduction and supporting people affected by drug and alcohol use.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based support.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of harm reduction services within New Vision Bradford.
• Work directly with people accessing the service, providing practical, compassionate and person-centred support.
• Help individuals understand and reduce harms associated with drug and alcohol use.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure coordinated support based on individual needs.
• Create an environment where people feel respected, listened to, and able to access support without judgement.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Relationship building

Communication skills

Team working

Person-centred approach

Organisation skills

Interest in harm reduction

Evidence-based support

Job description

Harm Reduction Worker - New Vision Bradford Location: New Vision Bradford Working Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £25,877.80-£34,240.03 per annum Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.

About Waythrough

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we've created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services - and it's all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Harm Reduction Worker to join our team at New Vision Bradford. As part of our service delivery team, you'll work with people accessing drug and alcohol support, helping to reduce harm and ensure they can access appropriate advice, interventions and wider support. You'll take a person-centred and non-judgemental approach, building positive relationships with the people accessing our service and helping to remove barriers that may prevent them from getting the support they need. Working alongside the Harm Reduction Lead, colleagues across New Vision Bradford and the wider service, you'll contribute to the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based support that reflects the individual needs of the people we work with.

What You’ll Do

As a Harm Reduction Worker, you'll support the delivery of harm reduction services within New Vision Bradford. You'll work directly with people accessing the service, providing practical, compassionate and person-centred support while helping individuals understand and reduce the potential harms associated with drug and alcohol use. You'll also work collaboratively with colleagues across the service to help ensure people receive appropriate and coordinated support based on their individual circumstances and needs. A key part of the role will be creating an environment where people feel respected, listened to and able to access support without judgement.

To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need:

• A compassionate, respectful and non-judgemental approach.
• The ability to build positive and professional relationships with people accessing our services.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider service delivery team.
• A person-centred approach and a commitment to treating people with dignity and respect.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your responsibilities effectively.
• A genuine interest in harm reduction and supporting people affected by drug and alcohol use.
• A commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based support.

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• 27 days' annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
• Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
• Life assurance (3× annual salary)
• Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
• Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days' annual leave
• Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
• 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
• £500 Recommend a Friend bonus
• Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
• Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
• Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
• Inclusion and accessibility

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support. We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.

Closing Date: 2026-11-24

Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. In April 2026, Aquarius, our former subsidiary partner, merged with Waythrough. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support. We have 260 services around England - and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 130,000 people.