At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals on their recovery journey, creating tailored plans and delivering impactful interventions.
- Company: Join Waythrough, a leading mental health and social support charity in England.
- Benefits: Enjoy 27 days of annual leave, pension contributions, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, with adjustments available for fair participation.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive team environment.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or willingness to work towards it.
The predicted salary is between 33577 - 41039 £ per year.
Location: 1st Floor, Stocklund House, Castle Street, Carlisle, CA3 8SY
Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday between 09:00 - 17:00
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £25877.80- £34240 – 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.
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our North Cumbria RSC Team as a Recovery Co-ordinator—a rewarding and impactful role where you’ll support individuals to achieve lasting change. Recovery Co-ordination is a varied and meaningful position, where you’ll work closely with individuals at different stages of their recovery journey. From initial engagement through to sustained recovery, you’ll provide person-centred support that empowers people to improve their health, wellbeing and independence.
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload, developing, implementing and reviewing tailored recovery and treatment plans
- Support and motivate individuals to progress from engagement through structured treatment to sustained recovery
- Deliver interventions that reduce substance-related harm to individuals, families and the wider community
- Work collaboratively with key partners and colleagues to achieve positive health and wellbeing outcomes
About you
You are passionate about making a difference, with a strong commitment to fairness, inclusion and providing opportunities for all. You will hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent), or be willing to work towards this in post. You’ll bring a solid understanding of evidence-based interventions, including brief interventions, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Psychosocial Interventions (PSIs), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and ITEP. You will also have experience delivering both one-to-one and group-based therapeutic interventions, with the ability to build positive, supportive relationships that encourage and sustain change.
Who will you be working with
You’ll be part of our North Cumbria RSC Team—a supportive, multi-disciplinary team made up of professionals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. The team includes Recovery Co-ordinators, independent prescribers, group workers, outreach workers, Individual Placement Specialists and dedicated volunteers. Together, we are committed to creating a welcoming environment and delivering high-quality support that promotes recovery within our local community.
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. 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
Closing Date: 2026-08-31
Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. In April 2026, Aquarius, our former subsidiary partner, merged with Waythrough. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support. We have 260 services around England – and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 130,000 people.
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