Are you looking for a satisfying role in a recovery focussed organisation which offers a competitive Salary Structure, benefits, and an Incremental Scale? Do you want to work in a positive working environment and be part of a dynamic and vibrant team? MELD offers a whole range of benefits including professional supervision, development and training and a generous annual leave entitlement, along with essential car user and mileage allowances.

MELD is looking for highly motivated individuals to join our peer support team. We are recruiting people who are committed to providing services for individuals with substance use issues, who can work effectively as part of a dynamic team and in close partnership with statutory services.

The role of the East Lothian GP Peer Support Worker is to provide and promote peer support and recovery services to people moving on from the problematic use of alcohol or drugs. This will be achieved by supporting people in the different phases of their recovery from initial engagement with services and the recovery community through to options for education, training, volunteering and employment. The successful candidate will have a lived experience of recovery and support services and have a minimum of one year free from any problematic substance/alcohol use. A relevant SVQ (level 1 or above) is a requirement and experience of supporting this client group is essential. Further and ongoing training will be given.

About the role

Join us as a Recovery Worker (Prehab) in Glasgow.

The North East Glasgow Recovery Hub has an exciting opportunity available for a Recovery Worker to be part of a citywide service providing wraparound support to individuals accessing residential services in Glasgow. If you are enthusiastic, creative and passionate about helping others, we’d love to hear from you.

In accordance with the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9), this post is open to female applicants only, as it is a genuine occupational requirement for the role to be filled by a woman. This requirement is due to the nature of the role, which involves work with vulnerable women, allowing them choice and sensitivity when working with us - both in preparing and engaging in treatment. The role requires an individual who can effectively understand and support the needs of women who may have experienced gender-specific challenges.

As a leading charity supporting people with drug, alcohol, and mental health challenges, we operate over 80 services across England and Scotland, providing free and confidential support to more than 100,000 people each year. Find out more about us here.

Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Recovery Worker who is motivated to work as part of a thriving and diverse team. You will strive to work collaboratively with partners and communities to ensure each client receives the full package of support needed to keep them safe. The principles of a Recovery Oriented System of Care and true person centred practice are at the heart of all that we do, we'll welcome your ideas as to how we can develop our support offering to be even more effective and help more people.

You will act as a champion for our clients, sharing your experiences and knowledge and showing change is possible. This means offering a safe space to share their experiences so we can understand their needs and design a support plan that's right for them.

The position is full time and fixed term until 30/06/2026. The salary is circa £25,000 per annum.

Company Benefits

• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
• Auto-enrollment into We Are With You’s pension scheme
• Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
• Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
• We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period

Essential Skills

We are looking for positive and motivated candidates who are able to communicate with a wide range of people and in different settings. You will also be organised with excellent time management skills.

To be successful in this role you will:

• have attained SVQ level 3 in Social Services & Healthcare or equivalent
• already be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or meet the registration requirements
• have some experience of working in a health, social care, or related setting
• have knowledge and understanding of delivering evidence-based interventions
• have experience of delivering group work, specifically in outreach and community settings
• have knowledge of health and safety, including assessing clients in high-risk situations
• have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike
• be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise your work
• be comfortable using IT and digital media
• A driving license and access to a vehicle is desirable
• able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion and be happy to support other With You locations when needed
• Ideally you will also have previous experience of working or volunteering with people who misuse substances. We welcome applications from those with lived experience.

You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced PVG check. A full job description and person specification is available on request from recruitment@wearewithyou.org.uk.

About Us

WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland.

Our name reflects who we are – a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way that’s right for them.

Our staff team changes lives. If you’re passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, we’d love to hear from you.

Are you looking for a satisfying role in a recovery focussed organisation which offers a competitive Salary Structure and an Incremental Scale? Do you want to work in a positive working environment and be part of a dynamic and vibrant team? MELD offers a whole range of benefits including professional supervision, development and training and a generous annual leave allowance, plus your birthday off.

MELD is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our recovery team. We are recruiting people who are committed to providing high quality services for individuals with substance use issues, who can work effectively as part of a dynamic team and in partnership with statutory services.

MELD will consider job share for full time roles.

You will be expected to provide advice, information and support to individuals who are experiencing difficulties with substance use and related issues. An appropriate qualification (SVQ level 3 or above) in Health and Social Care or equivalent, with at least 1 years’ demonstrable experience of working in a recovery setting with clients who have difficulties with substance use, are essential criteria. Applicants will require an ability to work in a flexible manner and adhere to a recovery focussed approach. A full driving licence and own transport are essential.

About the role

Join us as a Lived Experience Support Worker in Glasgow.

Are you a compassionate and motivated individual who wants to change people’s lives? The North East Glasgow Recovery Hub has an exciting opportunity available for a Lived Experience Support Worker to be part of a citywide service providing wraparound support to individuals accessing residential services in Glasgow. If you are looking for a role where you can connect with and support people who are using drugs or alcohol using your own lived experience, and are passionate about changing people’s lives for the better, we’d love to hear from you.

As a leading charity supporting people with drug, alcohol, and mental health challenges, we operate over 80 services across England and Scotland, providing free and confidential support to more than 100,000 people each year. Find out more about us here.

Job Description

Our Lived Experience Support Workers are an active and integral part of our teams, bringing ideas and solutions so we can develop and improve the support we provide. Using your lived experience, you will support our clients with their journey either into recovery or maintaining their recovery. In your role, you will reach people through outreach, harm reduction, structured interventions and activities. You will act as a champion for our clients, sharing your experiences and knowledge, showing change is possible. This means offering a safe space to share their experiences so we can understand their needs and design a support plan that's right for them.

You will strive to work collaboratively with partners and communities to ensure each client receives the full package of support needed to keep them safe. The principles of a Recovery Oriented System of Care and true person centred practice are at the heart of all that we do, we'll welcome your ideas as to how we can develop our support offering to be even more effective and help more people.

The position is part time working 22.5 hours per week Monday - Friday, and fixed term until 30/06/2026. The salary is circa £24,570 per annum.

Company Benefits

• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
• Auto-enrolment into We Are With You’s pension scheme
• Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
• Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
• We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period

Essential Skills

We are looking for positive and motivated candidates who are able to communicate with a wide range of people and in different settings. You will also be organised with excellent time management skills.

To be successful in this role you will:

• You will be a compassionate and motivated individual, with an exceptional ability to build meaningful relationships
• You will have relevant experience (voluntary or paid) in the health and social care sector and/or clear motivations for applying
• You will have been on your own journey with drugs or alcohol and will be willing to use that experience to help others and work as part of a team to ensure a high quality service is maintained
• You will be able to develop relationships of trust whilst maintaining professional boundaries
• Ability to be part of a team and also able to use their own initiative and work alone
• You will be committed to obtaining an SVQ level 3 in Social Services & Healthcare or equivalent
• Already be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or meet the registration requirements
• A driving license and access to a vehicle is desirable

You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced PVG check. A full job description and person specification is available on request from recruitment@wearewithyou.org.uk.

About Us

WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland.

Our name reflects who we are – a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way that’s right for them.

Our staff team changes lives. If you’re passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, we’d love to hear from you.