We Are With You

Recovery Worker - covering West Cornwall (Ref:0046ZB)

The closing date is 26 February 2026

Job summary

Join our team as Recovery Worker in West Cornwall.

Are you a compassionate and motivated individual who wants to change peoples lives? Our team in Penzance is looking for a Recovery Worker to join them in providing high-quality recovery care to a diverse client group. If you are enthusiastic, creative and passionate about helping others, wed love to hear from you.

Working within one of our services is always busy, sometimes challenging but always rewarding. We work collaboratively to provide the best support and treatment to anyone who needs it, so why don't you apply to be part of something great!

Please note you will be based in any of our offices in West Cornwall, such as Penzance and Redruth and be expected to cover those and the nearby areas.

As a Recovery Worker we offer a starting salary of £25,000 per annum, rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, up to £30,000 per annum. For further details please reach out to a member of the recruitment team via recruitment@wearewithyou.org.uk.

Please refer to the linked job description to support your application.

Please note that the closing date is 26th February 2026; however, we may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. All applicants must submit a CV along with a cover letter explaining why they should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted without a cover letter.

Main duties of the job

We are part of a large integrated drug and alcohol service working with some of Cornwall's most excluded and disadvantaged people. Successful candidates will work as part of the adult community team, alongside in-house services which include outreach, hospital, clinical, criminal justice and a residential rehabilitation facility. With You is all about working with our clients to find the right path for them to get back to where they want to be, and you will be joining an amazing team of people who go the extra mile to make that happen.

Our Recovery Workers play a vital role in supporting clients to identify their goals, ambitions, and passions. Youll work with them to create the best treatment plan for their needs and to guide them on their path to recovery.

This is a frontline role at WithYou, where you will provide continuity of care through effective partnership working, care coordination, key work responsibilities, and intervention delivery. You will manage an active caseload, connecting quickly with clients and ensuring theyre always treated with respect and dignity.

One of these vacancies is to work primarily as a Duty Worker at our Penzance office. You will be responsible for answering phone calls in a busy duty office and responding to clients who utilise our drop-in service.

About us

WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland.

Our name reflects who we are a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way thats right for them.

Our staff team changes lives. If youre passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, wed love to hear from you.

Date posted

06 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,000 to £25,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

oc-1770310967-ZY4JG

Job locations

penzance

Penzance

TR18 2JD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the linked job description and person specification for more information on the role and its responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the linked job description and person specification for more information on the role and its responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

We're looking for a compassionate and motivated individual, with an exceptional ability to build meaningful relationships. You will have demonstrable experience working within the health, social care, criminal justice or other specialist setting, or a clear motivation for wanting to work in the drug and alcohol sector. A successful track record of providing efficient and reliable customer service is essential.
You will be highly organised, have excellent communication skills, and be able to manage your time effectively. You will work collaboratively as part of a team to ensure a high-quality service is maintained. Above all, we are looking for someone who is passionate about what we do and has a positive and engaging approach to our clients and key stakeholders.
Have attained ONC/NVQ level 3 or be willing to achieve this within 12 months
Have demonstrable experience of working or volunteering in health, social care, criminal justice, or other specialist setting
Successful track record of working or volunteering with people who have experienced substance misuse issues
Have a driving license with access to a vehicle. You will need to ensure business use is added to your insurance policy.
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 IT competent
Able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion
Be happy to support other With You locations when needed
As part of this role, you will be required to work occasional Saturdays

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

We're looking for a compassionate and motivated individual, with an exceptional ability to build meaningful relationships. You will have demonstrable experience working within the health, social care, criminal justice or other specialist setting, or a clear motivation for wanting to work in the drug and alcohol sector. A successful track record of providing efficient and reliable customer service is essential.
You will be highly organised, have excellent communication skills, and be able to manage your time effectively. You will work collaboratively as part of a team to ensure a high-quality service is maintained. Above all, we are looking for someone who is passionate about what we do and has a positive and engaging approach to our clients and key stakeholders.
Have attained ONC/NVQ level 3 or be willing to achieve this within 12 months
Have demonstrable experience of working or volunteering in health, social care, criminal justice, or other specialist setting
Successful track record of working or volunteering with people who have experienced substance misuse issues
Have a driving license with access to a vehicle. You will need to ensure business use is added to your insurance policy.
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 IT competent
Able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion
Be happy to support other With You locations when needed
As part of this role, you will be required to work occasional Saturdays

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

penzance

Penzance

TR18 2JD

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

We Are With You

Address

penzance

Penzance

TR18 2JD

Employer's website

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