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NHS Jobs; Oban; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Birthday/occasion day off

Enhanced leave policies

Volunteer leave and pension access

Flexible working opportunities

Job summary

WithYou is seeking a Recovery Worker in Oban to support the expansion of our services across Argyll and Bute. The role is permanent and part-time (22.5 hours/week), with a focus on helping individuals and families affected by substance use through a range of evidence-based approaches.

You will travel across the Oban area, work from the base when needed, and use remote methods such as phone or virtual appointments. A driving license is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in recovery or social care settings preferred.
• SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare is preferred.
• Willingness to obtain required qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support service development in Oban, Lorn and Small Isles area.
• Manage a caseload of individuals and families affected by substance use.
• Travel across the area and work from Oban base, with some remote engagements.
• Collaborate with local partners to improve access to support and wellbeing.

Skills

Great communication

Empathy

Organized

Education

SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare

Tools

Driving license

Job description

About the Role

Join us as a Recovery Worker in Oban. We are seeking a Recovery Worker to join our Oban service on a permanent basis. The role is part time, working 22.5 hours per week. If you are enthusiastic, creative and passionate about helping others, we'd love to hear from you. As a leading charity supporting people with drug, alcohol, and mental health challenges, we operate over 80 services across England and Scotland, providing free and confidential support to more than 100,000 people each year. Find out more about us on our website. The closing date for applications is 8th November 2026. Our service is for those aged 18 and over and we work alongside NHS and third-sector partners. Our wider team covers all of Argyll and Bute through an outreach delivery model. This role is permanent and part time, working 22.5 hours per week. We offer a salary of £26,250 - £29,870 per annum pro rata dependent on relevant experience.

Job Opportunity

We are looking for a Recovery Worker to support the development of our service in Oban, Lorn and across the Small Isles. Ideally you will be able to travel across the area, as well as offering support from our base in Oban. As a Recovery Worker you will be comfortable supporting people affected by substance use issues, and their families, to make change using evidence-based approaches. You will work with a range of local partners to ensure people can access support to improve their health and wellbeing. You will be confident using a range of approaches to offer support, including remote ways of working, such as phone and virtual appointments. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to individuals and families. You'll be a vital part of a compassionate, frontline team dedicated to reducing harm and promoting positive change for individuals impacted by drug and alcohol use. You will manage a caseload of individuals and family members. While you'll work with independence, you're never alone - you will be backed by a solid team, with guidance from management and training and development. Our service is highly regarded by those we support, with client feedback consistently highlighting the quality of care and the values-driven dedication of our staff. An SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare is preferred for this position; however, we will consider candidates with relevant experience and a strong willingness to obtain it. A driving license and access to a vehicle is an essential requirement for this role.

Essential Skills

Is this role for you? Your Values: You believe in keeping people safe and supporting their recovery journey. You are non-judgmental, positive, and dedicated to helping others achieve their personal goals. Your Skills: You are a great communicator who builds trust easily. You understand how substance use affects a person's whole life, and you can stay calm and focused in difficult situations. You are organised, flexible, and eager to learn.

Requirements

You are confident using computers and digital systems. A driving license and access to a car is an essential requirement for this position. An SVQ Level 3 is preferred, but we welcome applicants with relevant experience who are willing to work toward this qualification. Please note that you will be required to provide 3 years worth of references and, where applicable, undergo an enhanced DBS check to be considered for a role at WithYou.

Lived Experience

At WithYou, we value the unique perspective and hope that those with personal experience of recovery bring to our team. We strongly encourage "experts by experience" to apply.

About Company

WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland. Our name reflects who we are - a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way that’s right for them. Our staff team changes lives. If you're passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, we'd love to hear from you.

DE&I

As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our vision of a future where everyone lives a life free from the harm associated with drugs and alcohol. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans. As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role. With You is also a Disability Confident Employer and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
• Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme
• Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
• Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
• Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable once your recommended friend has been employed for 6 months