As a Sessional Worker with Change Grow Live you’ll work with people who use our services, helping them get to where they want to be. We have an exciting opportunity for several Sessional Recovery Workers with our Criminla Justice, Complex Case, Opiate and Alcohol Teams in Hastings. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting individuals on their recovery journey, working closely with them to rebuild their confidence, skills, and connections within their communities. No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key. You’ll have to record information about what you do, so enjoying a bit of paperwork and attention to detail is important. But most of the time you’ll be enjoying working with people from all backgrounds, making a difference to their lives. Location: Hastings Salary Range : £16.89 per hour Contract Type: Sessional Worker What You’ll Be Doing As a Sessional Recovery Worker, you will be at the heart of our services, providing personalised and meaningful support to individuals navigating their recovery journey. Your key responsibilities will include: Providing tailored support —guiding individuals from their first contact with us through to their recovery Conducting assessments and recovery planning —ensuring that support is responsive to individual needs Facilitating group work and workshops —creating opportunities for peer support and personal development Working in partnership —collaborating with key partner agencies Safeguarding and risk management —ensuring that all individuals feel safe and supported Team work - being part of a fast-paced team with competing demands This role is an opportunity to make a real impact, working with people to help them move forward in life with confidence and purpose. About You We are looking for someone who: Has experience working in substance misuse Is an excellent communicator —both written and verbal—with strong IT, administrative, organisational and recording skills Has experience facilitating group sessions and working directly with service users Is proactive and self-motivated —able to manage a caseload independently while contributing to a team Works well with others —building positive relationships with both colleagues and external partners in all sectors, including the enforcement agencies. Understands the importance of safeguarding and confidentiality, ensuring a safe and respectful service environment What We Offer You At Change Grow Live, we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. That’s why we offer: A welcoming and inclusive team environment Wellness Hub & Employee Assistance Programme Ongoing training, professional development, and clear career progression pathways Exclusive perks & discounts —including savings on shopping, cinema tickets, holidays, and more A meaningful role where you can make a lasting impact in people’s lives Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) The successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check. £16.89/Hr. N/A - Outside London Weighting Area 17/10/2025 Sarah Knight | sarah.knight@cgl.org.uk This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.