Lifeways Group
Recovery Support Worker - Mental Health - Stafford
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Job Description
At Lifeways, we’re proud to play a key role in helping people with long‑term mental health needs rebuild their independence and reconnect with community life. Our services support individuals as they transition from hospital or institutional settings into their own homes, creating space for recovery, confidence and hope.
Every person’s journey is different. That’s why we tailor our support to each individual — their strengths, their challenges and their goals. And this is where you come in.
We’re looking for people who genuinely care about making a difference. Whether you’re looking to grow your skills or take the next step in your career, being part of the Lifeways team offers purpose, progression and the opportunity to make a real impact.
Recovery Support Worker – Enhanced Community Recovery Service
Location: Stafford
Full time - 37.5
We welcome compassionate, reliable and forward‑thinking individuals to join our dedicated team. In this role, you’ll be providing meaningful support to adults living with a diverse range of mental health needs, helping them work toward greater independence.
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Shift Patterns
Flexible to work between the hours of: Days (Between 08:00 - 22:00), Sleeping nights (22:00 - 08:00) Evenings, Weekends.
Why Work With Us
- Competitive rates of pay for sleep‑in shifts
- Refer‑a‑Friend cash incentives
- Free enhanced DBS check
- Supportive and professional team environment
- 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
- Access to NEST Pension
- Bike2Work Scheme
- Discounts across major retailers, supermarkets, leisure, travel and events
- Employee Assistance Programme
About You
You may already have experience supporting people with mental health needs — if not, we’ll provide full training. What matters most is your willingness to learn, your empathy, and your ability to communicate clearly and confidently.
You’ll Need
- An understanding of mental health and its impact on daily life
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Confidence working independently and as part of a team
- Good IT skills, including Word, email and basic databases
- A calm, positive and professional attitude
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An NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care is beneficial, but not essential — we will support you to work towards it.
About The Service
Our Stafford service supports adults living with a range of mental health conditions, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, anxiety and depression. Some individuals may present with self‑harm behaviours, substance misuse or verbal aggression.
We also support people with forensic backgrounds who may be under Ministry of Justice (MOJ) conditions and working alongside Firs team professionals. It’s a busy and dynamic environment with regular involvement from multi‑disciplinary teams, so confidence, resilience and effective communication are key.
Our Values
We are committed to building an environment where everyone feels respected, included and empowered. Our CHOICE values — Caring, Honest, One Team, Innovative, Courageous and Equal — guide everything we do and shape how we work together every day.
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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