Recovery Worker

recoveryfocus; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days' annual leave

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Life assurance (3× salary)

Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly,

Birthday leave and extra days

Professional fee reimbursement

24/7 online GP access and EAP

Recognition and long service awards

£500 Recommend a Friend bonus

Cycle to Work

Blue Light Card discounts

Free will writing service

Job summary

Waythrough is seeking a Recovery Worker in Newton Abbot to help people achieve personal goals, improve life quality and develop independent living skills. You will provide person-centred, strengths-based support promoting wellbeing, choice and active participation in decision-making.

Join a charity delivering mental health and social support, with 37 hours per week and a clear progression path within the salary band.

Qualifications

• A person-centred and compassionate approach to supporting individuals.
• The ability to encourage independence, choice and active participation.
• Strong communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding, risk management, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• The ability to maintain accurate records and follow organisational policies and procedures.
• A collaborative and flexible approach to working with colleagues and external agencies.
• A commitment to promoting wellbeing, inclusion, dignity and independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and emotional support tailored to individual needs.
• Support people to develop independent living skills, including budgeting, community engagement and accessing relevant services.
• Promote wellbeing, independence and personal recovery.
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential records in line with GDPR and organisational policies.
• Assess and manage risks, following safeguarding, health and safety procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies to ensure effective support.
• Contribute to team meetings, handovers and the safe day-to-day running of services.
• Maintain professional boundaries and uphold organisational values and the Code of Conduct.

Skills

Person-centred approach

Strong communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Recovery Worker

Location: Newton Abbot.

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: £25,877.80 - £30,868.31 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.

About the Role

As a Recovery Worker, you will support people to achieve their personal goals, improve their quality of life and develop the skills needed to live more independently. You will provide person-centred, strengths-based support that promotes physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, while encouraging choice, control and active participation in decision-making.

What You’ll Do

• Provide practical and emotional support tailored to individual needs.
• Support people to develop independent living skills, including budgeting, community engagement and accessing relevant services.
• Promote wellbeing, independence and personal recovery.
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential records in line with GDPR and organisational policies.
• Assess and manage risks, following safeguarding, health and safety procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies to ensure effective support.
• Contribute to team meetings, handovers and the safe day-to-day running of services.
• Maintain professional boundaries and uphold organisational values and the Code of Conduct.

What We’re Looking For

• A person-centred and compassionate approach to supporting individuals.
• The ability to encourage independence, choice and active participation.
• Strong communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding, risk management, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• The ability to maintain accurate records and follow organisational policies and procedures.
• A collaborative and flexible approach to working with colleagues and external agencies.
• A commitment to promoting wellbeing, inclusion, dignity and independence.

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.

Closing Date: 2026-11-12