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Recovery Worker - Rough Sleepers (Ref: 0051ZA)

The closing date is 31 October 2025

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Job summary

All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter detailing why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included. Closing date: 31st October 2025 Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised.

Main duties of the job

About this job You will work as part of a team with the aims of: understanding your clients keeping them safe creating a plan they can achieve with your support checking in with them and reviewing their progress keeping accurate and timely records of your contact with them working effectively with other social care providers e.g. Housing, to cover all aspects of their successful recovery continuously learning and reflecting to improve the outcomes for your clients supporting your colleagues across the service to deliver excellent care

About us

As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our vision of a future where everyone lives a life free from the harm associated with drugs and alcohol. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans.

Details

Date posted

16 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,000 to £25,000 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

oc-1760366232-9L3UU

Job locations

Wigan

Wigan

WN1 1HR


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Role All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter detailing why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included. Closing date: 31st October 2025 Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised. Join us as a Recovery Worker in Wigan As a Recovery Worker as part of the Homeless Team you will be providing support and advice to people who are experiencing difficulties due to substance misuse. You will have your own caseload, working as part of our team and alongside other social care services to identify how we can help. You will develop plans with your clients to help them get their lives back to where they want them to be. We are determined and always professional in our approach to each and every case and we never judge, we're just here to help. There will be assessments to carry out and records you need to keep and update, that's all part of our professional commitment and service to our clients and commissioners. Our vibrant services in Wigan and Leigh provide support to people concerned about their own or someone else's alcohol or drug use. We have services in both Wigan and Leigh but much of our work is carried out in the local communities we serve. Check out what our Wigan and Leigh sites have to offer here! If you think this could be the career for you, take the first step and apply now to join our amazing team. Job Opportunity About this job You will work as part of a team with the aims of:

  • understanding your clients
  • keeping them safe
  • creating a plan they can achieve with your support
  • checking in with them and reviewing their progress
  • keeping accurate and timely records of your contact with them
  • working effectively with other social care providers e.g. Housing, to cover all aspects of their successful recovery
  • continuously learning and reflecting to improve the outcomes for your clients
  • supporting your colleagues across the service to deliver excellent care
    • Essential Skills To be successful in this role, you will:
  • have attained ONC/NVQ level 3 or be willing to achieve this within 12 months
  • have some experience of working in a health, social care or related setting
  • have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike
  • be able to work effectively in a team, supporting others when needed
  • be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise your work
  • have good oral and written communication skills
  • be comfortable using IT and digital media
  • be organised and able to manage your time effectively
  • able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion
  • be happy to support other WithYou locations when needed
  • have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
    • We'll give your application priority if you:
  • have previous experience of working with people who misuse substances
  • knowledge of health and safety, including assessing client in high-risk situations
  • Although it is not essential, a driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred
    • You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check Please note, working hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm with some occasional work until 7pm on a rotational basis. This is fixed term contract until 31st March 2026. As a Recovery Worker, we offer a starting salary of £25,000, rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, to £30,000 per year. For further details please reach out to a member of the recruitment team via . DE&I As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our vision of a future where everyone lives a life free from the harm associated with drugs and alcohol. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans. As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role. With You is also a Disability Confident Employer and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. Benefits
  • 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
  • Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme
  • Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
  • Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
  • We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period

    • Job description

    Job responsibilities

    About the Role All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter detailing why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included. Closing date: 31st October 2025 Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised. Join us as a Recovery Worker in Wigan As a Recovery Worker as part of the Homeless Team you will be providing support and advice to people who are experiencing difficulties due to substance misuse. You will have your own caseload, working as part of our team and alongside other social care services to identify how we can help. You will develop plans with your clients to help them get their lives back to where they want them to be. We are determined and always professional in our approach to each and every case and we never judge, we're just here to help. There will be assessments to carry out and records you need to keep and update, that's all part of our professional commitment and service to our clients and commissioners. Our vibrant services in Wigan and Leigh provide support to people concerned about their own or someone else's alcohol or drug use. We have services in both Wigan and Leigh but much of our work is carried out in the local communities we serve. Check out what our Wigan and Leigh sites have to offer here! If you think this could be the career for you, take the first step and apply now to join our amazing team. Job Opportunity About this job You will work as part of a team with the aims of:

  • understanding your clients
  • keeping them safe
  • creating a plan they can achieve with your support
  • checking in with them and reviewing their progress
  • keeping accurate and timely records of your contact with them
  • working effectively with other social care providers e.g. Housing, to cover all aspects of their successful recovery
  • continuously learning and reflecting to improve the outcomes for your clients
  • supporting your colleagues across the service to deliver excellent care
    • Essential Skills To be successful in this role, you will:
  • have attained ONC/NVQ level 3 or be willing to achieve this within 12 months
  • have some experience of working in a health, social care or related setting
  • have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike
  • be able to work effectively in a team, supporting others when needed
  • be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise your work
  • have good oral and written communication skills
  • be comfortable using IT and digital media
  • be organised and able to manage your time effectively
  • able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion
  • be happy to support other WithYou locations when needed
  • have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
    • We'll give your application priority if you:
  • have previous experience of working with people who misuse substances
  • knowledge of health and safety, including assessing client in high-risk situations
  • Although it is not essential, a driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred
    • You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check Please note, working hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm with some occasional work until 7pm on a rotational basis. This is fixed term contract until 31st March 2026. As a Recovery Worker, we offer a starting salary of £25,000, rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, to £30,000 per year. For further details please reach out to a member of the recruitment team via . DE&I As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our vision of a future where everyone lives a life free from the harm associated with drugs and alcohol. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans. As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role. With You is also a Disability Confident Employer and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. Benefits
  • 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
  • Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme
  • Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
  • Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
  • We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period

    • Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • To be successful in this role, you will:
    • have attained ONC/NVQ level 3 or be willing to achieve this within 12 months
    • have some experience of working in a health, social care or related setting
    • have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike
    • be able to work effectively in a team, supporting others when needed
    • be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise your work
    • have good oral and written communication skills
    • be comfortable using IT and digital media
    • be organised and able to manage your time effectively
    • able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion
    • be happy to support other WithYou locations when needed
    • have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
    • We'll give your application priority if you:
    • have previous experience of working with people who misuse substances
    • knowledge of health and safety, including assessing client in high-risk situations
    • Although it is not essential, a driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred
    • You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check
    • Please note, working hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm with some occasional work until 7pm on a rotational basis. This is fixed term contract until 31st March 2026.
    • As a Recovery Worker, we offer a starting salary of £25,000, rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, to £30,000 per year. For further details please reach out to a member of the recruitment team via recruitment@wearewithyou.org.uk.

    Experience

    Essential

    • To be successful in this role, you will:
    • have attained ONC/NVQ level 3 or be willing to achieve this within 12 months
    • have some experience of working in a health, social care or related setting
    • have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike
    • be able to work effectively in a team, supporting others when needed
    • be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise your work
    • have good oral and written communication skills
    • be comfortable using IT and digital media
    • be organised and able to manage your time effectively
    • able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion
    • be happy to support other WithYou locations when needed
    • have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
    • We'll give your application priority if you:
    • have previous experience of working with people who misuse substances
    • knowledge of health and safety, including assessing client in high-risk situations
    • Although it is not essential, a driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred
    • You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check
    • Please note, working hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm with some occasional work until 7pm on a rotational basis. This is fixed term contract until 31st March 2026.
    • As a Recovery Worker, we offer a starting salary of £25,000, rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, to £30,000 per year. For further details please reach out to a member of the recruitment team via recruitment@wearewithyou.org.uk.
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • To be successful in this role, you will:
    • have attained ONC/NVQ level 3 or be willing to achieve this within 12 months
    • have some experience of working in a health, social care or related setting
    • have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike
    • be able to work effectively in a team, supporting others when needed
    • be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise your work
    • have good oral and written communication skills
    • be comfortable using IT and digital media
    • be organised and able to manage your time effectively
    • able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion
    • be happy to support other WithYou locations when needed
    • have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
    • We'll give your application priority if you:
    • have previous experience of working with people who misuse substances
    • knowledge of health and safety, including assessing client in high-risk situations
    • Although it is not essential, a driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred
    • You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check
    • Please note, working hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm with some occasional work until 7pm on a rotational basis. This is fixed term contract until 31st March 2026.
    • As a Recovery Worker, we offer a starting salary of £25,000, rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, to £30,000 per year. For further details please reach out to a member of the recruitment team via recruitment@wearewithyou.org.uk.

    Experience

    Essential

    • To be successful in this role, you will:
    • have attained ONC/NVQ level 3 or be willing to achieve this within 12 months
    • have some experience of working in a health, social care or related setting
    • have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike
    • be able to work effectively in a team, supporting others when needed
    • be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise your work
    • have good oral and written communication skills
    • be comfortable using IT and digital media
    • be organised and able to manage your time effectively
    • able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion
    • be happy to support other WithYou locations when needed
    • have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
    • We'll give your application priority if you:
    • have previous experience of working with people who misuse substances
    • knowledge of health and safety, including assessing client in high-risk situations
    • Although it is not essential, a driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred
    • You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check
    • Please note, working hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm with some occasional work until 7pm on a rotational basis. This is fixed term contract until 31st March 2026.
    • As a Recovery Worker, we offer a starting salary of £25,000, rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, to £30,000 per year. For further details please reach out to a member of the recruitment team via recruitment@wearewithyou.org.uk.

    Disclosure and Barring Service Check

    This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

    Employer details

    Employer name

    We Are With You

    Address

    Wigan

    Wigan

    WN1 1HR


    Employer's website

    https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    We Are With You

    Address

    Wigan

    Wigan

    WN1 1HR


    Employer's website

    https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Recruitment Manager

    Emily Frost

    Emily.frost@wearewithyou.org.uk

    07811056955

    Details

    Date posted

    16 October 2025

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    £25,000 to £25,000 a year

    Contract

    Fixed term

    Duration

    6 months

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    oc-1760366232-9L3UU

    Job locations

    Wigan

    Wigan

    WN1 1HR


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