Are you passionate about supporting others on their journey to recovery? Do you want to give back to the Armed Forces Community and make a meaningful difference in their lives?
As the need for our Recovery Services continues to grow, and as part of our ambitious new strategy, we're expanding our team to reach even more members of the Armed Forces Community.
We are looking for a friendly and compassionate Recovery Support Officer to join our Recovery Services Team. In this rewarding role, you will support the delivery of a diverse range of recovery programmes at the Battle Back Centre, across the UK and internationally. Through adaptive sport and activities, you'll work directly with beneficiaries to provide positive, engaging interactions and encourage active participation.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide hands-on support for national and international recovery programmes and events, including weekends and out of hours support, ensuring smooth and effective delivery throughout.
- Encourage and support beneficiary engagement in a diverse range of courses, offering tailored, in-person interaction that promotes participation, recovery, and personal development.
- Collaborate with colleagues to identify and respond to welfare needs, signpost to internal and external support services.
- Support external team members, coaches and Recovery Service colleagues with any operations, logistics, distractions, and issues.
The role is site based in Lilleshall but there will also be occasional travel nationally and/or internationally to attend training, events or meetings.
About Recovery Services:
The Battle Back Centre in Lilleshall, Shropshire, is the home of the Royal British Legion (RBL) Recovery Services. We deliver a range of tailored recovery programmes, all designed to assist the Armed Forces community overcome the barriers and challenges encountered as a result of injury or illness. Our programmes are designed to address a broad range of wellbeing needs - from exploring the link between physical and mental health, to managing stress, promoting healthy living, and strengthening social connections. Through innovative activities such as the Multi Activity Course, Recovery through the Arts, and the Invictus Games, we offer meaningful opportunities for individuals to discover their potential and build supportive relationships. If you would like to discover more about the incredible work we do, have a look at our
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Employee benefits include:
- 28 days' paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
We're currently recruiting a number of exciting roles within Recovery Services so if you're looking to join a supportive, passionate and forward-thinking team, be sure to check out our other roles and find the one that's right for you:
- Recovery Case Officer
- Recovery Programmes Administrator
- Recovery Pathways Coordinator
- Recovery Logistics Coordinator
- Sport Development Officer
- Team UK Programmes Officer
- Team UK Administrator
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
Closing date: Monday 22nd October 2025
Interview dates: Monday 3rd and Tuesday 4th November 2025
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.