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Recovery Worker – Cumbria
Location: Bakery Court, Ulverston
Working Hours: 37
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 year through our 200 services, empowering individuals to overcome challenges around mental health, housing, and substance use.
About the Role
Are you a compassionate, resilient, and motivated individual looking to support people in their recovery journey?
Bakery Court in Ulverston is part of Waythrough’s network of recovery-focused services, and we are seeking a Recovery Worker to join our dedicated team at this CQC registered 12-hour supported living site.
Bakery Court provides person-centred support to adults living with mental health condition, helping them build the skills and confidence they need to live more independently in the community.
As a Recovery Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals to manage their wellbeing, develop life skills, engage in meaningful activities, and work towards their personal goals.
What You’ll Do
1. Support residents with daily living tasks (e.g. cooking, cleaning, personal care, routines)
2. Provide emotional support and encouragement
3. Help residents navigate challenges and celebrate their progress
4. Facilitate group sessions and activities
5. Work one-to-one on recovery planning and personal goals
6. Adapt to varied daily tasks, ensuring each day brings new opportunities to make a positive difference
To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need:
7. Experience in supported living, mental health, care, or social work (preferred)
8. A genuine passion for helping others achieve independence
9. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
10. Willingness to undertake medication training and the Care Certificate
11. Flexibility to work a varied shift pattern including weekends and sleep-ins
12. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Join us at Bakery Court and be part of something that changes lives. Apply today and take the next step in your mental health support career.
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:
13. 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
14. Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
15. Life assurance (3× annual salary)
16. Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
17. Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
18. Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
19. 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
20. Recognition and long service awards via our and portals
21. £500 bonus
22. Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
23. Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
24. 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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