Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.
We have almost 200 services around England – and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people.
Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it’ll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That’s why you will notice the jobs here are still branded ‘Humankind’. Next year we’ll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate.
About The Role
We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our successful team. This is a great opportunity for someone with lived experience to enhance their skills and knowledge to support people in their recovery to gain employment.
Full training will be provided for the successful individual.
An Employment Specialist needs to be positive, flexible, empathetic, proactive and will be enthusiastic towards challenges and be able to motivate others. Any knowledge of drugs, alcohol, working with ex-offenders, the benefits system or disadvantaged people would be an advantage.Be part of something great supporting service users on their next chapter into stable employment. Get involved in engaging with employers in Sheffield and build connections to improve employability within our city.
This is a great opportunity for those with experience in recruitment and/or those with experience working in the substance use field or similar. We welcome applicants with lived experience and a passion for improving lives. We know that people are more likely to succeed in recovery through employment, education and volunteering opportunities. If this is you we welcome your application and are happy to discuss the role in more detail prior to application/interview.
To find out more about our brilliant IPS (Individual Placement Support) Service please check out this video -Individual Placement Support (IPS) explainer for jobseekers - YouTube
Duties May Include:
* Actively promote our clients as potential employees and raise awareness of the service. Promote the ethos of our programmes and Humankind and encourage employers to look positively on our clients as potential applicants.
* Create employment opportunities for our clients through proactive engagement with a network of potential employers.
* Facilitate work placements, work trials and work experience with relevant employers.
* Provide appropriate in-work support to clients who have secured employment.
* Work with our Employment Coaches to identify job ready clients and facilitate swift access to local employers.
* Match clients to vacancies based on their job goals, skills and experience.
About The Role
We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our successful team. This is a great opportunity for someone with lived experience to enhance their skills and knowledge to support people in their recovery to gain employment.
Full training will be provided for the successful individual.
An Employment Specialist needs to be positive, flexible, empathetic, proactive and will be enthusiastic towards challenges and be able to motivate others. Any knowledge of drugs, alcohol, working with ex-offenders, the benefits system or disadvantaged people would be an advantage.Be part of something great supporting service users on their next chapter into stable employment. Get involved in engaging with employers in Sheffield and build connections to improve employability within our city.
This is a great opportunity for those with experience in recruitment and/or those with experience working in the substance use field or similar. We welcome applicants with lived experience and a passion for improving lives. We know that people are more likely to succeed in recovery through employment, education and volunteering opportunities. If this is you we welcome your application and are happy to discuss the role in more detail prior to application/interview.
To find out more about our brilliant IPS (Individual Placement Support) Service please check out this video -Individual Placement Support (IPS) explainer for jobseekers - YouTube
Duties May Include:
* Actively promote our clients as potential employees and raise awareness of the service. Promote the ethos of our programmes and Humankind and encourage employers to look positively on our clients as potential applicants.
* Create employment opportunities for our clients through proactive engagement with a network of potential employers.
* Facilitate work placements, work trials and work experience with relevant employers.
* Provide appropriate in-work support to clients who have secured employment.
* Work with our Employment Coaches to identify job ready clients and facilitate swift access to local employers.
* Match clients to vacancies based on their job goals, skills and experience.
Please note - Full time or part time hours available.
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Who are we…
Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.
We have almost 200 services around England – and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people.
Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it’ll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That’s why you will notice the jobs here are still branded ‘Humankind’. Next year we’ll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate.
Thanks for bearing with us – and don’t forget to check out the Waythrough jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job site https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers .
What can waythrough offer you…
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Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years’ service)
Annual leave purchase scheme
Enhanced occupational sick pay
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Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension
Death in service benefit
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Free Will writing
Eyecare vouchers
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Blue light card discount
Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses
Work-life balance- flexible working and family friendly policies
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Happy, Healthy You! – our wellbeing offers for our workforce
Employee Assist Programme and Humankind Support Networks
Waythrough is an equal opportunities employer
We value unique perspectives and experiences that everyone can bring, and fully understand the strength in diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. If you have a genuine passion for working for us, we want to hear for you. We also welcome applications from people with lived experience with substance use. If you require support with your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk
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DBS Requirement
Does role require Police/Prison vetting? Not Applicable
Driving licence required for role?
Driving licence required for role? No
Applications Close Date
Applications Close Date 18 Aug 2025
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