Recovery Worker - Non-Opiate Team - London - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency in London is seeking a Recovery Worker to join their Non‑Opiate Team. This ongoing locum role offers flexibility with part‑time and full‑time hours, allowing professionals to make a significant impact on individuals overcoming substance use challenges. Responsibilities include managing caseloads, conducting assessments, and delivering interventions. Competitive pay of £23.00 per hour and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Competitive Pay

Professional Development

Networking Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals facing substance use challenges.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments and create personalized recovery plans.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of service users with non-opiate substance use.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop personalized recovery plans.
• Deliver interventions including motivational interviewing and harm reduction.

Skills

Motivational interviewing

Harm reduction

Relapse prevention

Person-centred support

Job description

Location: London, UK
Salary: £23.00 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing | Full Time / Part Time | Locum

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Recovery Worker within the Non‑Opiate Team in London. This ongoing locum role offers flexibility with both part‑time and full‑time hours and allows you to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals seeking to overcome non‑opiates substance use.

You will join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team delivering person‑centred support, recovery planning, and evidence‑based interventions. London’s vibrant environment provides an enriching backdrop, combining professional growth with cultural and social opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of service users with non‑opiates substance use.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop personalised recovery plans.
• Deliver interventions including motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and relapse prevention.
• Support service users in accessing wider services such as housing, employment, health, and wellbeing.
• Liaise with partner agencies including mental health, social care, criminal justice, and housing services.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with confidentiality and data protection requirements.
• Participate in team meetings, service development, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Uphold safeguarding practices and encourage active service user involvement.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible Hours: Choose part‑time or full‑time schedules to suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive Pay: £23.00 per hour, with transparent hourly remuneration.
• Professional Development: Enhance skills and knowledge through diverse cases and structured learning.
• Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with a wide network of professionals across health, social care, and criminal justice.
• Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy the variety and autonomy of locum work in a supportive team environment.

About Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is an award‑winning agency with an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot. We specialise in connecting skilled professionals with roles that match their expertise, offering competitive pay rates, career support, and ongoing guidance.