Mental Health Recovery Worker
Location: North Somerset Support Housing
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday 9am–5pm (flexible start/finish; part-time considered)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £25,867 - £32,090
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Mental Health Recovery Worker to support individuals with mental health needs to develop the skills and confidence required to sustain accommodation and move towards independent living.
You will work across two supported housing services (18 units total), providing 1:1 support to residents and managing a small caseload of key clients. You will help people build life skills, improve wellbeing and achieve meaningful recovery goals.
Key Responsibilities
1. Deliver person-centred support to improve individuals’ mental and physical wellbeing.
2. Develop tailored support plans and risk assessments, promoting independence and recovery-focused outcomes.
3. Support individuals to build life skills, including budgeting, tenancy sustainment, and access to education, employment, and services.
4. Monitor resident wellbeing and maintain a safe, respectful living environment.
5. Maintain accurate and timely electronic records in line with compliance standards.
6. Work collaboratively with external agencies and contribute to achieving service targets.
7. Work effectively as part of a supportive team, managing your workload and engaging in supervision and professional development.
About You
8. Positive, compassionate and non-judgemental
9. Calm, resilient and adaptable
10. Strong communication and organisational skills
11. IT confident (Microsoft Office and electronic record systems)
12. Committed to recovery-focused, person-centred practice
13. Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)
About the Service
North Somerset Support Housing provides temporary accommodation across a 10-bed shared house and 8 self-contained flats. The service supports people to develop the skills needed to move on to their own tenancy.
For further information, including salary details, please contact:
Jade Plinston
07881 674644
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.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
14. 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
15. Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
16. Life assurance (3× annual salary)
17. Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
18. Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
19. Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
20. 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
21. Recognition and long service awards via our and portals
22. £500 bonus
23. Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
24. Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
25. 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:
Closing Date:
2026-05-25