Recovery Worker (Liverpool)

Recovery Focus; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days' annual leave

Pension scheme 4.5%

Life assurance (3× salary)

Enhanced sick pay

Birthday leave

Professional fee reimbursement

24/7 online GP access

Employee Assistance Programme

Way to Go and Aspirations awards

£500 Recommend a Friend bonus

Cycle to Work scheme

Blue Light/Card discounts

Free will writing service

Job summary

Waythrough is hiring a Recovery Worker in Liverpool to support adults with mental health needs in a 24-hour supported housing setting. You will build trusting relationships, help develop personalised recovery plans and assist with daily living tasks, targeting independence and community integration.

Full training is provided; prior experience isn’t essential. The role involves a mix of day/evening/night shifts on a 7-day rota, with a strong focus on empathetic, person-centred care that makes a

Qualifications

• A caring and compassionate approach is essential.
• Ability to work well in a team and on your own initiative.
• Resilience and enthusiasm in supporting others.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships and provide person-centred support.
• Develop personalised recovery plans with individuals.
• Support daily living skills and financial management.
• Encourage education, employment and leisure opportunities.
• Promote independence and wellbeing.
• Work as part of a rota and on-call system.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Flexibility

Independence

Job description

Recovery Worker

Location: 8 Derwent Square, Liverpool, Merseyside, L13 6QT
Working Hours: 37 Hours Per week - This will include a mix of days, evening, and night shifts over a 7-day rolling rota including weekends and bank holidays (Typical shifts include 9am-5pm, 12pm-8pm, and 2pm-11pm)
Contract Type: Permanent
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:

We believe in the power of people and your professionalism, insight, compassion and drive will help us inspire personal recovery for those we support.

Liverpool SHS 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 24-hour supported accommodation and personalised recovery support and requires sleep ins.

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

As a Recovery Worker , you will play a key role in supporting people 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 take part in a rota and on-call system

This is a rewarding opportunity where every day brings a chance to make a real difference and where you will have every chance to shine.

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

Experience isn’t essential as full training is provided.

We welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health challenges.

To view the full job and person specification, please click here.

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:

2026-11-12