Recovery Worker (Derby)

AQUARIUS ACTION PROJECTS; East Midlands; 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)

Birthday leave and extra days option

Professional qualification reimburse.

24/7 online GP & Employee Assistance

Cycle to Work scheme

Blue Light/Card discounts

Free will writing

Job summary

Waythrough is seeking a compassionate Recovery Worker to join the Derby team at Derby City Life Links. You will provide person-centred support, helping individuals on their recovery journeys to improve wellbeing, build confidence and achieve personal goals.

In this role, you’ll work with clients to understand strengths, needs and aspirations, developing skills, support networks and meaningful plans. The service emphasizes strengths-based, client-led approaches and collaborative care.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Skills

Communication

Empathy

Motivation

Listening

Independence

Organization

Record-keeping

IT Skills

Integrity

Resilience

Learning & Development

Flexibility

Tools

Word

Databases

Email

Job description

Recovery Worker (Derby)

locations Stuart House

time type Full time

posted on Posted 2 Days Ago

job requisition id JR012809

Recovery Worker (Derby)

Location: Derby City Life LinksWorking Hours: 37 hours (full-time)Contract Type: Fixed term (with the possibility of extension)Salary: £25,877.80 - £30,868.31

About the role

Are you passionate about supporting people to improve their mental wellbeing, build confidence and achieve their personal goals?

We’re looking for a Recovery Worker to join our team at Derby City Life Links, providing person-centred support to people on their individual recovery journeys.

You’ll work alongside people to understand their strengths, needs, choices and aspirations, helping them develop the skills, confidence and support networks they need to live more fulfilling and independent lives.

About Derby City Life Links

Derby City Life Links provides a wellness and mental health recovery service tailored around the needs of the people we support. We provide information, advice, navigation and community recovery support, helping people access resources and achieve their recovery outcomes.

Our approach focuses on strengths, individual needs and future aspirations, supporting people to take control of their lives and make their own choices and decisions.

What you’ll be doing

As a Recovery Worker, you will:

• Support people to manage and improve their wellbeing.
• Help people develop emotional management, personal and life skills to increase independence and self-esteem.
• Provide emotional support and encouragement.
• Support people to develop new meanings, purposes and opportunities in their lives.
• Empower people to take control through their own choices and decisions.
• Develop individual support plans and risk assessments.
• Manage your own caseload of key clients.
• Work with people to create meaningful, achievable and person-centred plans with positive outcomes.
• Complete key-working activities and ensure positive risk assessments are implemented.
• Signpost people to other services where additional support is needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely records.
• Liaise with external agencies, including community mental health teams, multidisciplinary teams and carers.
• Contribute to the safe, respectful and effective running of the service.

About you

We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, motivated and committed to helping people achieve positive change.

You’ll need:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to respond compassionately to sensitive and complex issues.
• The ability to motivate, support and advocate for people.
• Good listening skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise your workload.
• The ability to maintain accurate records.
• Good IT skills, including Word, databases and email.
• Personal and professional integrity.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure.
• A commitment to your own learning, development and training.
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the service and the people we support.

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

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 ourWay to GoandAspirationsportals

• £500Recommend a Friendbonus

• 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

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

Closing Date:

2026-10-02