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Casual Recovery Worker (Surrey)

Location: East Molesey, Surrey
Contract Type: Casual
 

Make a real difference in your community

Do you have a strong understanding of mental health, substance use, or multiple complex needs? Do you genuinely enjoy supporting individuals to build independence, stability, and hope for the future?

If so, you may be the person we’re looking for. Welcome to Waythrough Charity as a Recovery Worker. 

About the Role

Our Supported Housing service in East Molesey provides person-centred support to residents with a range of needs. You will play a key role in helping residents maintain their tenancies, develop life skills, and access opportunities that enhance wellbeing and independence. Every day is a chance to make a meaningful difference.

What You’ll Do

• Support residents to develop and achieve personalised recovery plans

• Encourage skills in daily living, budgeting, and managing a tenancy

• Promote access to employment, training, education, and leisure opportunities

• Maintain accurate case notes and entries on our IT systems

• Work closely with local services including GPs, the council, and community partners

• Act as an advocate, championing resident voice and involvement

• Contribute to a safe, positive, and recovery-focused living environment

What We’re Looking For

You will be:

• Caring, compassionate, and committed to reducing stigma

• Able to remain calm and resilient under pressure

• Flexible, creative, and consistent in your approach

• Confident working both independently and as part of a supportive team

• Comfortable participating in a weekly rota system

• Willing to engage in continued learning and development

You will ideally have a good understanding of:

• Mental health issues

• Drug and alcohol use

• Domestic abuse and homelessness

• Anti-social behaviour and safeguarding principles

Hours & Availability

This is a casual worker role to cover the absence of permanent staff.
Shifts available Monday to Friday:

• 8:00am – 4:00pm, or

• 12:30pm – 8:30pm

Rolling Recruitment

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and interviews arranged as candidates are shortlisted, so we encourage you to apply early.

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.

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 [email protected].

How to Apply

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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.