Recovery Navigator: Community Support & Change

THE FORWARD TRUST; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forward Trust in London is seeking a Recovery Navigator to support adults leaving prison and those on community orders. This in-person, community-based role works across multiple London sites to help clients access treatment, complete referrals and engage with services.

Join a flexible, multi-disciplinary team; you will build trust, deliver one-to-one and group interventions, maintain records, and advocate for clients to reduce re-offending and sustain recovery.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with substance misuse or complex needs.
• Strong communication and partnership-building skills.
• A flexible, proactive approach and commitment to empowering others.
• Ability to work across multiple sites within London.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of adult male prison leavers and those on community orders, providing tailored support to help them engage with treatment and sustain positive change.
• Completing comprehensive assessments and creating collaborative action plans
• Delivering one-to-one and group interventions (including virtual sessions)
• Maintaining accurate and timely records
• Offering practical support and advocacy, from completing referral forms and attending appointments to liaising with partner agencies
• Providing advice, guidance and information that empowers individuals to act and progress
• Delivering motivational interventions to build recovery skills and confidence

Skills

Experience with recovery support

Partnership building

Flexible, proactive approach

Multi-site working in London

Job description

The Forward Trust in London is seeking a Recovery Navigator to support adults leaving prison and those on community orders. This in-person, community-based role works across multiple London sites to help clients access treatment, complete referrals and engage with services.

Join a flexible, multi-disciplinary team; you will build trust, deliver one-to-one and group interventions, maintain records, and advocate for clients to reduce re-offending and sustain recovery.