Recovery Worker (Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria)

Recovery Worker – Supported Living – Mental Health

Salary:£25,877.80-£30,868 ( pro rata for part time salary)
Contract: Permanent Part time, 30 hours per week-

Our service is partially staffed between the hours of 09:00 and 21:30, with a mixture of shifts to cover service delivery. You will be required to work every second weekend.

Location: Adephi Court LA14 2HX Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria

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

Are you a compassionate, resilient, and motivated individual looking to support people in their recovery journey? Adelphi Court is part of Waythrough’s network of recovery-focused services, and we are seeking a Recovery Worker to join our dedicated team at this CQC registered 12-hour supported living site.

Adelphi Court is a mental health, supported housing and community based service and provides person-centred support to adults living with mental ill health, helping them build the skills and confidence they need to live more independently in the community. As a Recovery Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals to manage their wellbeing, develop life skills such as cooking and shopping, engage in meaningful activities, and work towards their personal goals.

You'll support with everything from daily living tasks to emotional support, helping residents navigate challenges and celebrate progress. You will support with personal goal planning and risk assessing, facilitating group sessions as well as one-to-one recovery planning, no two days will be the same – but every day will make a difference.

We have been operating in the area for a number of years and offer a staffed service to our residents aged 18 and upwards.

What you'll do

• Experience in supported living, mental health, care, or social work (preferred)
• A genuine passion for helping others achieve independence
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• Willingness to undertake medication training and the Care Certificate
• Flexibility to work a varied shift pattern including weekends
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

What you'll need to succeed in the role

• A supportive, inclusive team environment
• Applicants must have NVQ Level 3 in health in social care or willing to work towards
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Being part of a forward-thinking mental health charity
• Access to learning sessions in resilience, wellbeing and recovery tools
• Clear career progression routes and regular supervision

This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed as and when they are shortlisted.

When applying, please upload a CV and supporting statement which should clearly outline your skills and experience.

We are specialists in mental health, alcohol, drugs and related areas. We provide high quality, evidence-based services, which are designed around the needs of the people we support. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value.

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: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk

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