Senior Worker/ Practitioner

Overview

Believe in People?

The best people have one thing in common.

They care.

 

At Change Grow Live, our commitment to making a difference in the lives of those who use our services is unwavering. We provide support, respect, and a safe environment, where we tailor our approach to each individual's needs to find the best treatment and support options.

 

Our core values are ‘Be open, be compassionate and be bold’ and our team members apply these daily to achieve our objective of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. 

 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Recovery Worker to join our Newham team who has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs.  

 

No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key. 

 

Location: Newham

Part Time Hours: 37.5 per week 

Contract: Fixed term until 31st March 2027

 

Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. 

Responsibilities

About the Role:

 

• Provide unwavering support to service users from their initial contact with our service throughout their treatment and recovery journey.
• Hold a caseload of our most complex service users and provide excellent care
• Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referrals.
• Implement tailored interventions aimed at reducing the harm caused by opiate use, either through group sessions or one-on-one engagement.
• Ensure service users receive a comprehensive, recovery-focused plan, including pre-detox preparation and post-care support.
• Collaborate with other organisations and the community to enhance the recovery resources available to service users by referring them to mutual aid groups and other networks.
• Advocate for the involvement of family members, service users, and the community.
• Serve as a voice for service users in accessing partnership services.
• Work closely with service users to facilitate their social (re)integration, enabling them to lead fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. This includes promoting recovery, resilience, peer support, and self-determination.

About You:

 

• Excellent understanding of drug and alcohol issues and experience of working within a related field.
• Previous experience working in substance misuse
• Excel in both verbal and written communication, with proficient IT skills.
• Demonstrate proactive qualities, working independently with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
• Hold a strong understanding of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.
• Thrive as a supportive team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders.
• Exhibit the ability to navigate change effectively, always prioritising the needs of service users.
• Recognise the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to all necessary safeguards.
• Pursue continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, while also contributing to the growth and development of your colleagues.

What we offer:

• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us.

• A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Participation in a contributory pension scheme.
• A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.
• A warm and supportive team environment.
• Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.
• Refer a Friend Scheme..

 

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. 

 

Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.

 

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions.

 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Salary Range (pro rata if part time)

CGL points 28 to 30 (£32,002.35 - £34,214.20)

ILW / OLW /Fringe

Inner London Weighting (£4,133.14)

Closing Date

15/6/2026

If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:

Natasha Lewis | natasha.lewis2@cgl.org.uk | 07435548427

 

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.