Salary: £25,877.80– £28,930 per year (full earning potential). Permanent, 37 hours per week– Buckinghamshire.
About the Organisation
Waythrough is a charity that delivers specialist support across mental health, alcohol, drugs and related areas. Aquarius, a subsidiary of Waythrough, is part of ‘One Recovery Buckinghamshire’ (ORB), partnering with the MPFT NHS Trust and Build on Belief to support alcohol and drug issues in Buckinghamshire.
Job Overview
We are looking for three Support Workers (Community Connectors– Assessment and Engagement Team) based in Aylesbury. You will provide advice, support, advocacy and key work for recovery plans, undertake assessment and case management, and promote a client‑centred, diversity‑respecting approach.
Responsibilities
- Provide advice, support, advocacy and key work for recovery plans.
- Conduct elements of assessment and case management as directed.
- Operate in a way that recognises and values diversity, and understands the functional model of substance use, the Recovery Agenda, and the problems caused by alcohol and drug misuse.
- Maintain accurate records and fulfil data requirements.
- Work flexibly to deliver client‑centred services.
Qualifications
- Preferably holds or is willing to gain an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Social Care.
- Experience working to policy and procedural requirements including child protection, vulnerable adults, confidentiality and health & safety.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and fulfil data requirements.
- Commitment to a client‑centred approach and diversity values.
Benefits
- 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays).
- Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%.
- Life assurance at 3× annual salary.
- Enhanced sick pay and family‑friendly pay.
- Birthday leave and option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave.
- Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications.
- 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme.
- Recognition and long service awards via Way to Go and Aspirations portals.
- £500 Recommend a Friend bonus.
- Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership.
- Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and tickets for good.
- Free will‑writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year.
Diversity & Inclusion
We welcome applications from people with lived experience of substance use or recovery, and from candidates from minority ethnic communities. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities and identities. The company is Disability Confident and offers adjustments where needed.
How to Apply
To apply, submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining your skills and experience to recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk. The role has a rolling recruitment process and a closing date of 30July2026.
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