Recovery Support Worker - Mental Health

Lifeways; Stafford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in pay

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Free enhanced DBS check

Nest Pension

Bike2Work

Job summary

Lifeways in Stafford is seeking a Recovery Support Worker to help adults living with mental health needs regain independence and connections in the community.

You will work full time (37.5 hours weekly) with shifts between 08:00 and 22:00, including evenings and weekends; sleep-in shifts may be required. Training is provided, with opportunities to grow your skills within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with mental health needs is preferred; training provided.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of mental health and its impact on daily life.
• Good IT skills, including Word, email and basic databases.

Responsibilities

• Provide meaningful support to adults living with mental health needs to work toward greater independence.
• Support service users in daily activities and routines.
• Work flexibly across shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure safe, respectful care.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care

Tools

Word

Email

Databases

Job description

Join Our Community in Supporting Recovery and Independence

At Lifeways, we are proud to play a key role in helping people with long-term mental health needs rebuild their independence and reconnect with community life. Our services support individuals as they transition from hospital or institutional settings into their own homes, creating space for recovery, confidence and hope.

Every person's journey is different. That is why we tailor our support to each individual, their strengths, their challenges and their goals. And this is where you come in.

We are looking for people who genuinely care about making a difference. Whether you are looking to grow your skills or take the next step in your career, being part of the Lifeways team offers purpose, progression and the opportunity to make a real impact.

Recovery Support Worker - Enhanced Community Recovery Service

Location: Stafford

Hours: Full time - 37.5

We welcome compassionate, reliable and forward-thinking individuals to join our dedicated team. In this role, you'll be providing meaningful support to adults living with a diverse range of mental health needs, helping them work toward greater independence.

Shift Patterns

Flexibility is essential for this role, with working hours between 08:00 and 22:00, Monday to Friday, including evenings and weekends. Sleep-in shifts are required from 22:00 to 08:00.

Why Work With Us

• Competitive rates of pay for sleep-in shifts
• Refer-a-Friend cash incentives
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Supportive and professional team environment
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Access to NEST Pension
• Bike2Work Scheme
• Discounts across major retailers, supermarkets, leisure, travel and events
• Employee Assistance Programme

About You

You may already have experience supporting people with mental health needs. If not, we will provide full training. What matters most is your willingness to learn, your empathy, and your ability to communicate clearly and confidently.

You will need:

• An understanding of mental health and its impact on daily life
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team
• Good IT skills, including Word, email and basic databases
• A calm, positive and professional attitude

An NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care is beneficial, but not essential. We will support you to work towards it.

About the Service

Our Stafford service supports adults living with a range of mental health conditions, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, anxiety and depression. Some individuals may present with self-harm behaviours, substance misuse or verbal aggression.

We also support people with forensic backgrounds who may be under Ministry of Justice (MOJ) conditions and working alongside Firs team professionals. It is a busy and dynamic environment with regular involvement from multi-disciplinary teams, so confidence, resilience and effective communication are key.

Our Values

We are committed to building an environment where everyone feels respected, included and empowered. Our CHOICE values (Caring, Honest, One Team, Innovative, Courageous and Equal) guide everything we do and shape how we work together every day.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.