RECOVERY WORKER - BAKERY COURT

Norwich (NR2) & Community-Based | £26,034.91 incl. RRA allowance

Join a Values-Led Organisation That Puts People First

At NIHCSS, we believe great care starts with great people.

Through our Values Based Recruitment approach, we’re looking for individuals who are compassionate, collaborative and committed to empowering others.

If you want a role where you can make a genuine difference, this could be the perfect opportunity.

We have two roles available - one with an immediate start and one which starts in August. One of the roles is for 30 hours per week

Essential Requirements

• Full UK driving licence
• Access to a vehicle for work (mileage paid)
• Willingness to work shifts – weekends and bank holidays on a rolling rota
  
  

If you’re passionate about supporting people and want to work in a supportive, inclusive and values-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of something meaningful.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Store discount
  
  

Application Deadline August 31, 2026 Department Operations Employment Type Permanent - Full Time Location NIHCSS Specialist Housing Related Support Workplace type Onsite Compensation £24,968.26 basic salary

• £1,066.65 recruitment & retention allowance Reporting To Levi Hunt Key Responsibilities
  
  

About The Role

As a Mental Health Recovery Worker, you will:

• Support adults (18+) with severe mental health needs
• Work across our supported living service in Norwich (NR2) and within the North Norfolk community
• Deliver person-centred, recovery-focused support
• Help individuals achieve their goals through tailored interventions
• Develop and review risk assessments, safety plans and recovery plans
• Empower people to build independence, choice and control
  
  

You will also be expected to work from our Bakery Court base office at least 2 days per week as part of our hybrid team approach.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

What We’re Looking For

We Want People Who:

• Show empathy, respect and compassion
• Are committed to recovery-focused support
• Can build positive, trusting relationships
• Are proactive, resilient, flexible and solution-focused
  
  

Job Benefits

What We Offer You

• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 days with service)
• Complimentary therapies (massage & reflexology)
• Blue Light Card & Perkbox discounts
• Shiny Mind wellbeing app
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid training & career development opportunities
• Regular 1:1 support and progression planning
• Staff events, inclusion groups & wellbeing initiatives
  
  

Salary & Extras

• £24,968.26 basic salary
• £1,066.65 recruitment & retention allowance
• Total: £26,034.91
• Overtime available (£72.85 per sleep-in shift (additional))
  
  

 

About Together For Mental Wellbeing

Together for Mental Wellbeing is a national charity that supports people with mental health issues to lead fulfilling and independent lives.

We value people as experts in what works best for them, and each individual we work with influences and shapes the support they and others receive from us.

Founded in 1879, today we work with approximately 4,500 people every month - at around 70 locations across England.

Our services include support in the community, accommodation-based support, advocacy, and criminal justice services.

At Together we value and encourage diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We are committed to creating a workplace where you can be yourself, welcoming applications from people from diverse communities and backgrounds who share our values.

As an employer, we are committed to making any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

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