Recovery Worker - Supported Housing (Middlesborough)
Location:North Ormesby Road
Working Hours:22.5 (
Please note:this role includes sleep-in shifts and on-call duties)
Contract Type:Permanent
Salary:£24,243 - £28,930
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.
We support over
125,000 people each yearthrough our 200 services, empowering individuals to overcome challenges around mental health, housing, and substance use.
About the Role
As a
Recovery Worker, you'll inspire and support people using our services to maintain their tenancy, build independence and work toward personal goals. You'll collaborate with individuals to create personalised support plans that help them
At
North Ormesby Road, we believe recovery is unique to every individual. We know that with the right support at the right time, recovery is possible for everyone and you could play a key part in making that happen.
North Ormesby Road is a mental health supported housing service operating to a recovery-focused model. We provide:
- Supported accommodation for adults aged 18+
- Community-based outreach support
- Peer support opportunities
- Practical and emotional support tailored to individual needs
What You'll Do
- Develop daily living and financial management skills
- Access employment, education or volunteering
- Engage in social and leisure opportunities
- Build confidence and resilience
To Succeed in This Role, You'll Need:
- Empathy and compassion
- Enthusiasm for helping others
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility and willingness to work on a rota and participate in on-call duties
You don't need previous experience we provide full training.
About Waythrough
Formed in 2024 through the merger of
Humankindand
Richmond Fellowship, Waythrough is now one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
With
3,500 staff and volunteersacross 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.
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.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email
.
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Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.