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Women’s Specialist Worker

Location: Haringey Recovery Service
Working Hours: 37 (Full-time)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £28,690 – £34,730

Make a real difference in your community

We are looking for a compassionate, knowledgeable, and motivated Women’s Specialist Support Coordinator to join the Haringey Recovery Service. In this crucial role, you will provide high-quality, person-centred support to women in recovery from alcohol and substance use.

About the Role

You will offer one-to-one support, advocacy, and safety planning delivered both within the recovery service and out in the community. You will also continue providing support to women accessing the recovery service as they progress in their recovery journey.

This is a rewarding opportunity to empower women, promote safety and resilience, and make a meaningful difference in their recovery journey.

What You’ll Do

• Provide tailored, trauma-informed support and advocacy to women, prioritising safety, empowerment, and well-being.

• Conduct risk assessments and collaboratively develop personalised support plans.

• Work in partnership with multi-agency services, including housing, social care, and legal support.

• Facilitate group sessions and workshops to build confidence, knowledge, and coping strategies.

• Maintain accurate records, case notes, and documentation in line with organisational policies.

• Raise awareness of best practices in supporting women affected by abuse, trauma, and complex needs.

• Deliver culturally sensitive and intersectional support.

• Provide ongoing community-based support to women engaging with the recovery service.

To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need:

• Experience supporting women facing domestic abuse, homelessness, trauma, or other complex needs.

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures and risk management.

• Excellent communication, engagement, and advocacy skills.

• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multi-agency environments.

• A non-judgmental, empathetic, and empowering approach to working with vulnerable women.

• An understanding of trauma-informed and intersectional practices.

• High levels of professionalism, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within a dynamic and supportive recovery service. If you are dedicated, resilient, and ready to contribute to positive change, we welcome your application.

About Waythrough

Formed in 2024 through the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship, Waythrough is now one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.

With 3,500 staff and volunteers across more than 200 services, we help people to live full, meaningful lives.

Some roles may still appear under our legacy brands (Humankind, Richmond Fellowship, Aquarius) while we complete our integration — but wherever you join us, you’ll be part of one supportive team, sharing one purpose.

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.

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email [email protected].

How to Apply

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Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.