Recovery Coordinator (Pier Road Project)
Location: Erith Health Centre
Working Hours: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £28,690 - £34,730
Make a real difference in your community
We are seeking a positive, motivated and committed Recovery Coordinator to join our multidisciplinary Drug and Alcohol Service based at Erith Health Centre in Bexley. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting individuals aged 18+ to build and sustain long-term recovery.
About the Role
As a Recovery Coordinator, you will work as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, delivering psychosocial interventions through both one-to-one support and peer-led group work. You will support service users to build recovery capital, increase self-efficacy and achieve their individual recovery goals, recognising that people are experts in their own lives and may simply need support along their recovery journey.
The team consists of 7 Recovery Coordinators, 1 Trainee Recovery Coordinator, and 2 Criminal Justice Recovery Coordinators, working closely alongside colleagues within prison and probation services. The service is run by South London and Maudsley (SLAM) and has a strong focus on psychosocial interventions.
What You’ll Do
About you
We are looking for individuals who can confidently navigate a fast-paced service and support people with complex needs. You will be adaptable, compassionate and solution-focused, with a strong commitment to recovery-oriented practice.
Direct substance use experience is desirable but not essential, and we actively encourage applications from candidates with transferable skills and relevant experience.
Ideally, you will have:
Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
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 (3× annual salary)
Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
Birthday leave and the 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 our 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
Inclusion and accessibility
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.
We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: [email protected]
Closing Date:
2026-10-30Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
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