Recovery Support Worker

Recovery Focus; Peterborough; In loco; GBP 26.000 - 31.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

27 days annual leave

4.5% pension contribution (employer)

Life assurance (3x salary)

Birthday leave and extra days option

Cycle to Work scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Free will writing service

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition and long service awards

Descrizione del lavoro

Waythrough is seeking a Recovery Worker to support adults with mental health needs in a recovery-focused service at Tower House, Chester. This permanent role is 37 hours per week, with a salary range around £25,878–£30,868 per year and a comprehensive benefits package.

You will build relationships, develop personalised recovery plans, assist with daily living skills, and promote independence within a supportive team environment. Training and progression opportunities are available.

Competenze

• Caring and compassionate approach
• Empathy and understanding
• Positivity, resilience and enthusiasm
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Mansioni

• Build meaningful relationships and provide person-centred support
• Work with individuals to develop personalised support and recovery plans
• Support daily living skills, including household tasks and financial management
• Encourage access to education, employment and leisure opportunities
• Promote independence, wellbeing and empowerment
• Work as part of a supportive team and participate in a rota and on-call system

Conoscenze

Caring approach

Empathy

Positivity

Teamwork

Independence

Flexibility

Descrizione del lavoro

Location: 13–15 Kilmorey Park, Hoole, Chester, Cheshire, CH2 3QS
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £25,877.80 – £30,868 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.

Make a real difference in your community

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.

At Tower House , we believe in the power of people. Your professionalism, insight, compassion and drive will help us inspire personal recovery for those we support.

Tower House is a mental health supported housing and community-based service working to a recovery-focused model. We support adults (18+) with mental health needs and dual diagnosis needs, providing supported accommodation and personalised recovery support.

We understand that recovery looks different for everyone. With the right support at the right time, recovery is possible and we are committed to helping every individual achieve it.

About the Role

As a Recovery Worker, you will play a key role in supporting individuals to maintain independence, build confidence and thrive within their community.

What You’ll Do

• Build meaningful relationships and provide person-centred support
• Work with individuals to develop personalised support and recovery plans
• Support daily living skills, including household tasks and financial management
• Encourage access to education, employment and leisure opportunities
• Promote independence, wellbeing and empowerment
• Work as part of a supportive team and participate in a rota and on-call system

This is a rewarding opportunity where every day brings the chance to make a genuine difference and where you’ll have every opportunity to grow and succeed.

To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need:

• A caring and compassionate approach
• Empathy and understanding
• Positivity, resilience and enthusiasm
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to support a rota and on-call system

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.

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: [e-mail]

Closing Date:

2026-10-14