Location: Penrith, Cumbria
Working Hours: 30 hours (on a rota including weekends and evenings.)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £25,877.80 - £30,868 (pro rata for part time)
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.
Our Abbots Bank service offers recovery-focused support for adults aged 18+ through supported housing, outreach, and peer support programmes. We’ve been part of the local community for many years, helping people build skills, confidence, and independence in their everyday lives.
About the Role
As a Mental Health Recovery Worker, you’ll play a vital role in helping and inspiring individuals to maintain their tenancies, build independence, and achieve their personal goals. You’ll work closely with each person to create a personalised support plan — empowering them to develop practical skills, manage finances, and access work, leisure, or education opportunities.
Every day will be different. You’ll be working both independently and as part of a supportive team, providing person-centred support that makes a genuine difference.
What You’ll Do
As a Mental Health Recovery Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting individuals to take positive steps towards their recovery and independence. You’ll:
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Work alongside residents to create personalised support plans that reflect their goals, strengths and aspirations.
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Support people in developing everyday living skills, including budgeting, cooking, and managing their home.
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Encourage engagement in work, training, volunteering, or leisure activities that promote confidence and wellbeing.
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Offer emotional support and guidance, empowering people to make their own decisions and overcome challenges.
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Help individuals maintain their tenancies and access other community-based support services.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for those you support.
Each day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life — whether it’s helping them achieve a small milestone or celebrating a major breakthrough in their recovery journey.
Who We’re Looking For
You don’t need previous experience to apply - full training will be provided. What matters most is your caring, flexible, and compassionate nature, and your enthusiasm for helping others live fulfilling lives.
You’ll thrive in a role where you can connect with people from all walks of life, adapt to changing needs, and stay calm under pressure.
You’ll also need to:
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Be able to work independently and as part of a team
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Be flexible to work on a weekly rota, including weekends
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Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a car
Candidates with an understanding of mental health issues or lived experience are particularly welcome.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
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27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
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Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
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Life assurance (3× annual salary)
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Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
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Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
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Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
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24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
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Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
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£500 Recommend a Friend bonus
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Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
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Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
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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 contact our recruitment team
Salary description
£25877.00 - £30868.00 per year