MENTAL HEALTH RECOVERY WORKER - MATERNITY COVER

Mental Health Recovery Worker – 9‑Month Maternity Cover Starting April

£19114.36 per annum (Basic Salary) plus £853.32 per annum (Recruitment and Retention Allowance)

About The Role

As a Mental Health Recovery Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting individuals on their journey to recovery. Your work will help people engage with the service, achieve their goals, and live the life they aspire to.

Mental Health Recovery Worker (9‑Month Maternity Cover – Starting April 2026)

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about helping others and creating positive change? Do you want to work in an organisation that values your skills, supports your growth, and truly appreciates your efforts? At NIHCSS, we believe in human leadership – we care about you as a person, not just your role. Our culture is open, inclusive, and collaborative, giving you the tools and confidence to thrive.

Don’t just take our word for it – check out our company page on Indeed to see what our staff say about working for us!

What’s on Offer?

This is a full-time, 9‑month maternity cover position starting in April, supporting adults (18+) with severe mental health challenges.

You Will:

• Work across supported living in Norwich (NR2) and with community clients across North Norfolk
• Join a supportive team where your voice and wellbeing truly matter
  
  

Why Join Us?

As a team member, you’ll enjoy the full NIHCSS experience:

• Be part of a service that empowers recovery and independence
• Work in an environment that champions diversity and inclusion
• Access training and development opportunities to support your growth
• Work with leaders who listen, respect, and support you
  
  

Department Operations Employment Type Fixed Term Contract Location NIHCSS Specialist Housing Related Support Workplace type Onsite Compensation £19,967.68 per annum Reporting To Levi Hunt

Key Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

• Provide individual key work sessions and targeted, recovery‑focused interventions
• Use person‑centred planning to help individuals exercise choice and control
• Work collaboratively to develop and review assessments, safety management plans and recovery support plans
• Champion independence, wellbeing, and empowerment at every step
  
  

Job Benefits

The Benefits Of Working For Together

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Benefits of Working for Together

About Together For Mental Wellbeing

Some of What We Offer You

As a valued member of our team, you’ll have access to:

• Complimentary therapies (e.g. massage)
• 25 days annual leave, plus:
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Perkbox discount portal
• Blue Light Card
• Shiny Mind app
• Care Friends recruitment reward system
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support
• Staff‑led Workforce Inclusion Groups
• Discounts at local gyms
• Staff events
• Salary sacrifice scheme (increase pension contributions and reduce tax)
  

Your Growth Journey With NIHCSS

We ensure you’re supported from day one.

Structured Onboarding

• A clear, supportive induction to set you up for success.
  
  

Paid Vocational Training

• Develop skills and confidence while you work.
  
  

Internal & External Courses

• Access a range of training to boost your long‑term development.
  
  

Dedicated Development Time

• Protected time to focus on personal growth.
  
  

Regular 1:1 Support

• We discuss your caseload, celebrate achievements, overcome challenges together, and support your wellbeing throughout your fixed‑term contract.
  
  

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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