Trainee Recovery Worker

Trainee Recovery Worker Harlow, Essex | Full Time Please note: Peabody cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role. Peabody is seeking a compassionate and motivated Trainee Recovery Worker to support people living in specialist housing services who are working towards recovery from substance use. This is a structured development opportunity, providing training and hands-on experience to help you progress into a qualified Recovery Worker role within 12 months. Key Responsibilities * Support customers with housing, health, finances and daily living. * Encourage engagement with recovery and treatment services. * Build positive, trusting relationships and motivate individuals to achieve their goals. * Help develop person-centred recovery plans. * Support case management alongside experienced Recovery Workers. * Follow safeguarding and risk management procedures. About You * Passionate about supporting people to make positive changes. * Strong communication and basic IT skills. * Able to work independently and as part of a team. * Resilient, empathetic and willing to learn. * Experience supporting vulnerable people, transferable skills, or an interest in recovery services is desirable. Benefits * 25 days annual leave. * Healthcare, dental and lifestyle benefits. * Up to 10% pension contribution. * 4x Life Assurance. * Funded training and career development. * Two paid volunteering days each year. Important Information * Full-time role working a 24/7 rota. * Shifts include evenings, weekends, bank holidays and nights. * Progression to Recovery Worker after 12 months, subject to successful completion of the traineeship. * Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. * Teams interviews: 24 August 2026. * Final-stage interviews in Harlow: 2 September 2026. If you're looking to start a rewarding career supporting recovery and independence, we'd love to hear from you. Apply with your anonymised CV and supporting statement