Recovery Support Worker - Mental Health

Lifeways; Rochdale; Presencial; GBP 21.000 - 24.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

DBS check funded

Cycle to Work

Gym discounts

Eye care

B&Q discount

Blue Light Card

Apprenticeships available

Pension scheme

Paid induction & training

28 days annual leave

Descripción de la vacante

Lifeways Hazelmere in Heywood, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, is seeking caring individuals to join our team providing recovery-focused support to residents with mental health needs transitioning to community living.

You will work full-time across days, evenings, sleep-ins, weekends, with rota hours and potential opportunities to work across other schemes. Training is provided, and DBS checks are funded.

Formación

• Have a genuine interest in supporting people with diverse needs.
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Possess strong communication and IT skills.
• Be willing to learn and grow professionally.
• May have experience in care or support work (not essential, full training provided).
• Hold or be willing to work towards an NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care.

Responsabilidades

• Provide person-centred, recovery-focused support to residents.
• Help individuals build confidence and life skills for independence.
• Deliver high-quality, compassionate care and maintain safety.

Conocimientos

Genuine interest in supporting people

Strong communication skills

IT skills

Willingness to learn

Educación

NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care

Descripción del empleo

Join Lifeways SIL and Help Transform Lives Every Day

At Lifeways, being part of our team is more than just a job, it is a chance to grow, contribute meaningfully, and be part of something truly impactful.

We are looking for caring, honest, and innovative individuals to join our dedicated team at Hazelmere, a modern supported living service in Heywood, Rochdale, Greater Manchester. We work to support and sustain the transition for people with mental health needs from institutional settings to their own tenancy in the community, enabling them to live independently while receiving the exact package of recovery support that they need.

At Hazelmere, we support people living with mental health conditions across the spectrum of mental illness, including schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorders, self-harming, anxiety and depression.

Shift Pattern

Hours: Full-time (days, evenings, sleep-ins, weekends)

Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the people we support.

• Full-time 37.5 contracted hours available (Rota hours 8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Sunday)
• Rotational shifts: Days, evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
• Location: Based at Hazelmere, with potential opportunities to work across other schemes

What You Will Be Doing

You will provide person-centred, recovery-focused support, helping individuals build confidence, develop life skills, and achieve greater independence. Every day, you will make a real difference, supporting people to live the lives they choose.

At Hazelmere, people enjoy the independent setting. The staff offer 24-hour support to help guide people and become proud of what they are achieving in running their own household.

What We Are Looking For

• Have a genuine interest in supporting people with diverse needs
• Are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care
• Possess strong communication and IT skills
• Are willing to learn and grow professionally
• May have experience in care or support work (not essential, full training provided)
• Hold or are willing to work towards an NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care

What You Will Gain

• Over £2,000 in annual rewards and benefits
• Funded Health and Social Care qualifications
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Cycle to Work Scheme (up to £1,000)
• Gym discounts (save up to £192/year)
• Eye care and health cash plans
• 10% discount at B&Q for all team members
• Access to the Blue Light Card
• £200 for every successful employee referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid training days per year
• Access to apprenticeships and further qualifications
• Paid online induction and ongoing training
• Supportive team environment and professional development
• 28 days annual leave

About Hazelmere

Hazelmere is a purpose-built supported living service offering 16 spacious, modern, self-contained apartments, each designed to promote independence. The service provides 24-hour specialist recovery support for people with complex mental health needs.

Located in Heywood, Hazelmere is just a short walk from the town centre and close to local transport links to Rochdale and Manchester. The area offers plenty of shops, cafes, and community amenities, including The Phoenix Centre, which provides adult education, sports, and recreational activities. Hazelmere is also near green spaces like Queen's Park and a short bus ride from the famous Bury Market.

Our primary purpose is to support the early and timely transition of individuals from hospital or secure settings into a community-based, high-support service. We recognise the uniqueness of each person and help them develop a personalised recovery plan.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, empowered, and able to be themselves. Our values (Caring, Honest, One Team, Innovative, Courageous, Equal) guide our culture and how we support each other every day.

All applicants must complete a DBS check, funded by Lifeways.

Please note: We do not offer sponsorship.