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As a Recovery Worker , you'll play a vital role in inspiring and supporting individuals to regain control and confidence in their lives. You'll work collaboratively with residents to create personalised recovery plans and help them achieve their goals - whether that's improving daily living skills, managing finances, or accessing work, leisure, or education opportunities. To Succeed in This Role, You'll Need: A caring, compassionate, and empathetic nature Flexibility, creativity, and resilience under pressure Excellent communication and teamwork skills A genuine passion for helping others achieve independence No previous experience is required - full training will be provided . However, an understanding of mental health issues or lived experience would be an advantage. You'll need to be comfortable working independently and as part of a team, within a weekly shift rota (including some on-call duties). For full person specifications and job details, please visit this link. About Waythrough Formed in 2024 through the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship , Waythrough is now one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. With 3,500 staff and volunteers across more than 200 services , we help people to live full, meaningful lives. Some roles may still appear under our legacy brands (Humankind, Richmond Fellowship, Aquarius) while we complete our integration - but wherever you join us, you'll be part of one supportive team, sharing one purpose.

Benefits

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 payBirthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days' annual leaveProfessional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance ProgrammeRecognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals£500 Recommend a Friend bonusCycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membershipDiscounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for GoodFree will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the yearInclusion and AccessibilityWaythrough 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 .How to ApplyIf you're viewing this advert on an external platform such as Indeed, please click 'Apply via Company Website' to view the full job description and submit your application.Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.Enhanced sick pay and family-friendlHealth insurancePerformance bonus

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Recovery Worker Location: East Molesey, Surrey Working Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: Full-time, 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. The Croft House is a 12 hour supported housing service located in East Molesey - Elmbridge borough of Surrey County. We support both men and women who have a primary diagnosis of mental health illnesses and are subject to the Care Program Approach (both standard and enhanced). People we support may also have difficulties managing tenancies and secondary issues such as substance use, or actively engage with professional recovery programmes like I-Access or Catalyst. Applicants must be residents within the Surrey County Council boards, aged 18 to 64 at the point of referral.


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