The role:
This role will support 5 Ways Recovery Academy in the planning and delivery of collegiate programmes across Leeds. This role has potential to support other teams within 5 ways to enhance their group and activities offer.
Tasks may include:
1. Researching external educational organisations to grow the collegiate programme.
2. Helping set up, run and pack down stalls at events.
3. Facilitating groups or activities at 5 WAYS Recovery Academy.
4. Shadowing and supporting other teams within Forward Leeds.
Skills we would like you to bring to the role:
5. Good IT skills
6. Good written communication skills
7. Attention to detail
8. Ability to keep a track of multiple tasks and report back on progress
9. Non-judgmental towards people with lived experience
10. Confident to contact people by email / phone
11. Good time keeping
12. Able to work as part of a team, on own initiative and to instruction
13. An understanding of Waythrough – information is available on our website
14. A genuine interest in being part of the mission and vision of Waythrough
15. Ability to maintain professional boundaries, adhere to Waythrough policies and media guidelines, engage in supervision, and complete relevant training
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:
16. Discounts from various schemes
17. Training and personal development
18. A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives
19. Free induction and role-specific training
20. Support from experienced staff and regular supervision
21. Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence
22. Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses
23. Valuable experience that can support your personal or career development
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:
How to apply
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Please note that while this role has a stated closing date, we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a high number of applications.
Closing date: