At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals in their recovery journey and help them live independently.
- Company: Join Waythrough, a leading mental health charity making a real difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy 27 days annual leave, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact in your community while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to support.
The predicted salary is between 24243 - 28930 £ per year.
Location: 19 Oxford Street, Workington, Cumbria CA142AL
Working Hours: 30 Hours per week (working hours on a rota’d basis including weekends and evenings)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £24,243-£28,930 (salary will be pro rating based on 30 hours)
Make a real difference in your community. Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier and more independent lives? Join Waythrough, one of the UK’s leading mental health and social support charities, and make a lasting impact every day.
About the role: You’re caring, flexible and creative, thrive under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and really enjoy helping others to live as independently as possible. You’d also like to be part of an organisation that counts on the professionalism, insight, expertise and passion of its staff to inspire individual recovery for the people they work with. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship’s Oxford House as a Recovery Worker. Oxford House Supported Housing is tailored for each individual using the service with the ultimate goal to help individuals manage their accommodation and assist with reintegration back into independent living and the wider community.
What You’ll Do:
- Manage and improve your own physical and mental well-being
- Develop life-skills including budgeting, money management, tenancy sustainment, access to public services, further education and/or employment and living well in the community
- Live more fulfilling lives and develop new meanings and purposes
- Take control over your life, through your own choices and decisions
To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need:
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Ability to respond compassionately to sensitive and complex issues
- Able to motivate, support and advocate for people using services
- Your own vehicle as the role will involve working within the community
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. We’re in the process of integrating systems and processes across our newly merged organisation.
What We Offer:
- 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. If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk.
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Recovery Worker in Workington employer: Humankind Charity
Humankind Charity is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff while making a significant impact in the Sheffield community. With a strong focus on peer-led support, employees are encouraged to share their experiences and grow professionally in a collaborative and inclusive work culture. The organisation offers flexible working hours, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career advancement, making it a rewarding place for those passionate about helping others.
