Jobs
We are always looking for great people. We have a range of roles in our service across the spectrum of drug and alcohol work. Please keep checking back as we add new roles all the time.
Current Vacancies
IPS Employment
Contract type: Permanent Salary: £25,110-£32,090
IPS Employment Specialist
Location: 243 Shalesmoor, Sheffield, S3 8UG
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
Salary: £25,110-£32,090
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.
An exciting full-time opportunity has arisen for an IPS (Individual Placement and Support) Employment Specialist to support individuals experiencing drug and alcohol issues to secure and sustain competitive, paid employment.
This role involves delivering tailored, person-centred employment support on a one-to-one basis, empowering individuals to achieve their career goals while supporting their ongoing recovery journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and support a caseload of clients using a strengths-based approach.
- Provide personalised employment support, career coaching, and vocational guidance.
- Conduct vocational profiling and assessments to identify skills, experience, strengths, and employment aspirations.
- Develop strong relationships with local employers to identify and secure suitable job opportunities.
- Deliver proactive job development by negotiating and matching clients to competitive paid employment opportunities.
- Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, attending meetings and integrating employment support into wider recovery plans.
- Provide ongoing in-work support to both employers and clients to promote job retention and sustained employment outcomes.
- Support clients to understand the impact of employment on welfare benefits and access specialist advice where appropriate.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant records using electronic case management systems.
- Adhere to the IPS model and its 8 core principles to ensure high-quality, fidelity-based service delivery.
Essential Skills & Competencies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and engage effectively with clients, clinicians, employers, and external stakeholders.
- Passionate about supporting people in recovery, challenging stigma, and promoting social inclusion.
- Confident in networking and developing relationships with local employers and community organisations.
- Able to work independently, manage workload effectively, and contribute positively within a team environment.
- Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working within a challenging but rewarding setting.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills with experience maintaining accurate records and documentation.
- A people-focused approach with the ability to engage individuals from a wide range of backgrounds in a supportive and professional manner.
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: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Closing Date:2026-06-02
Recovery Navigator
Contract type: Fulltime Salary: Salary: £25,877.80 - £34,240.03 per annum
Recovery Navigator – Likewise
Location: Portland House, Sheffield S3 8UG
Working Hours: 37 Hours Monday to Friday
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Support Band C – 25,110 to 32,090
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier and more independent lives?
Join Waythrough, one of the UK’s leading mental health and social support charities, and make a lasting impact every day. We support over 125,000 people each year through our 200 services, empowering individuals to overcome challenges around mental health, housing, and substance use.
About the Role
As a Recovery Navigator, you’ll play a crucial role in guiding individuals toward recovery, offering tailored support, and coordinating services for their well-being. If you’re passionate about making a difference in people’s lives, join us in this impactful position. In the Recovery Navigation Team, we support clients in addiction from opiates and alcohol from 18 years and above. We deliver psychosocial interventions to support clients through treatment.
What You’ll Do
- Manage a caseload, devising, implementing, and reviewing ongoing recovery and treatment plans.
- Facilitate and promote individuals’ progression from initial engagement, through structured treatment, to self-sustained recovery.
- Reduce substance-related harm to individuals and the wider community.
- Working collaboratively with key partners and colleagues to achieve the best health and well-being outcomes for individuals.
To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need:
Whether you come from a strong background in the substance misuse sector, have experience in mental health support, have a history in the criminal justice field, or possess a relevant academic background, we welcome you to join our diverse team. We believe that various experiences contribute to our comprehensive support and care mission. Specifically, we are seeking individuals with one or more of the following professional experiences:
- Substance misuse background
- Mental health background
- Criminal justice background
- A relevant academic background such as Criminology, Psychology, Law or Sociology
- A strong portfolio of volunteering in a similar role
- Case management experience and the ability to manage expectations in this emotionally demanding role are highly valued for their contributions to our mission of consistent, high-quality care.
For Full Job Description Please Click Here
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 recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk.
How to Apply
If you’re viewing this advert on an external platform such as Indeed, please click ‘Apply via Company Website’ to view the full job description and submit your application.
Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.
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: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Lead Practitioner (12 months fixed contract)
Contract type: fulltime - 12 months fixed contract Salary: Salary: £31,030 - £41,980 per annum Closing Date: 27 May 2026
Lead Practitioner – Likewise Sheffield
Location: Portland House, Sheffield S3 8UG
Working Hours: 9am-5pm with one late shift 11am-7pm every other Thursday.
Contract Type: Fixed Term for 12 months
Salary: £31,030 – £41,980 per annum
Please note that the close date is subject to change depending on the amount of applications received.
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.
About the service:
Likewise is the alcohol and drug service for adults across Sheffield. We provide information, advice and support so people can make better choices around alcohol and drugs. We work with people to be safer through a range of dedicated, professional support.
Our service is led by the national charity Waythrough with partner Project 6 who have been working and supporting people across the city for many years. We also support people to achieve and sustain recovery from problematic alcohol and drug use through a range of treatments.
Likewise, is a partnership of experienced local providers offering a complete choice of services, enabling us to provide help to anyone no matter how simple or complex their needs.
About the role
This diverse and rewarding role is ideal for someone who combines clinical expertise with strong leadership skills and a commitment to empowering positive change.
As a Lead Practitioner, you will be responsible for:
- Leading a team of recovery navigators in the opiate and alcohol dependant team.
- Managing a caseload, creating, implementing, and reviewing recovery and treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Supporting and facilitating individuals’ progression from initial engagement through structured treatment to self-sustained recovery.
- Minimising substance-related harm to individuals, their families, and the wider community.
- Working collaboratively with partner agencies and professionals to achieve the best health and wellbeing outcomes.
- Providing line management and supervision to staff, supporting their development and performance.
- Overseeing the day-to-day operations of a specialist service team, ensuring a positive work environment and the consistent delivery of a high-quality service.
- Contributing to the local management team and participate in thematic groups and organisational activities.
About you:
- Experience of leading and developing people, including providing effective and regular supervision.
- Understanding of and ability to implement evidenced based interventions, including brief interventions MI, PSIs, CBT and ITEP.
- Experience of working with drug/alcohol users and delivering 1-2-1 and group evidence based interventions
- Experience of maintaining confidentiality and working within professional boundaries.
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: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Closing Date: 2026-05-27
Bank Independent Prescriber
Contract type: Part time Salary: Salary: £26 per Hour Closing Date: 31 May 2026
Casual Independent Prescriber
Location: Likewise – Portland House, Sheffield
Salary: £26 per Hour
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.
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.
About the Role:
Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering high quality, evidence-based treatments in Substance Misuse? We are seeking dedicated professionals like you to join our team in Likewise, Sheffield to make a meaningful positive impact on people’s lives, their families and local communities.
Key Requirements:
- First-level registered nurse or registered pharmacist
- Independent Prescriber qualification
- RCGP Qualifications Level 1 and 2 are desirable
- Experience of working within substance misuse services
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy:
- Discounts from various schemes
- Training and personal development
- A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives
- Free induction and role-specific training
- Support from experienced staff and regular supervision
- Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence
- Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses
- Valuable experience that can support your personal or career development
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 our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
How to apply
If you’re viewing this advert on an external platform such as Indeed, please click ‘Apply via company website’ to view the full job description and submit your application.
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: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Closing Date: 2026-05-31
HOPE Recovery Navigator
Contract type: Permanent Salary: £25,877.80 - £34,240 per annum Closing Date: 5 June 2026
Hope Worker Recovery Navigator
Location: 243 Shalesmoor, Sheffield, S3 8UG
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £25,877.80 – £34,240 per annum
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.
About the Role:
We’re looking for a compassionate and proactive Hope Worker to join our team. In this role, you’ll support individuals affected by substance misuse by providing immediate, practical help and encouraging long-term recovery.
You’ll work closely with service users, professionals, pharmacies, and the wider community to reduce harm, prevent relapse, and help people build healthier, more stable lives.
The role is community-based and involves working flexibly across a range of settings, including community centres, outreach locations, pharmacies, and service users’ homes through regular home visits and welfare checks.
Our approach is recovery-focused, trauma-informed, and centred around building positive, trusting relationships that promote long-term stability and resilience.
Our Values:
Honest – Open, realistic, and building trusted relationships
Committed – Passionate about delivering the best outcomes
Inventive – Creative, adaptable, and driven to improve services
What You’ll Do
Service Delivery & Support
As a Hope Worker, you’ll play a key role in supporting individuals to:
- Manage and sustain positive recovery outcomes and reduce risks associated with substance misuse.
- Complete assessments, risk assessments, support plans, and reviews.
- Deliver brief and extended interventions that motivate positive change.
- Support walk-in assessments, referrals, and triage activity.
- Work alongside Recovery Coordinators to support structured recovery pathways.
- Improve wellbeing through tailored support planning and practical assistance.
- Build confidence, resilience, and stronger community connections.
Outreach & Community Engagement:
You’ll provide flexible support through outreach work, home visits, welfare checks, community centre sessions, pharmacy partnerships, and engagement activities across Sheffield.
This includes:
- Delivering targeted outreach, in-reach, and cross-reach activities.
- Engaging service users and encouraging participation in recovery plans.
- Working with families, carers, community groups, and partner agencies where appropriate.
- Supporting individuals in accessing healthcare, housing, benefits, education, training, and employment opportunities.
Health Promotion & Harm Reduction
You’ll also:
- Provide advice on safer drug use, safer sex, and blood-borne viruses (HIV, Hepatitis B & C).
- Support needle exchange services in both fixed-site and community settings.
- Work with pharmacies and local communities to expand naloxone distribution.
- Deliver harm reduction training and contribute to health campaigns and prevention initiatives.
Specialist & Complex Needs Support:
The service supports adults with a range of complex and multiple needs, including substance misuse, homelessness, mental health challenges, offending behaviour, and social isolation.
You’ll:
- Support individuals using alcohol, opiates, non-opiates, IPEDs, NPS, and OTC substances.
- Work with partner agencies to support individuals with complex needs.
- Manage a small caseload requiring intensive, multi-agency support.
- Help individuals access services that improve recovery outcomes and social stability.
Training & Development
You’ll also:
- Deliver education sessions to staff, partners, and the public.
- Maintain accurate records, case notes, and reports.
- Participate in supervision, training, and ongoing professional development.
To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need
We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, motivated, and committed to supporting individuals with complex needs to achieve positive outcomes.
Essential:
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent), or willingness to work towards it.
- Experience supporting vulnerable individuals, such as those affected by substance misuse, mental health challenges, homelessness, or social exclusion.
- Strong communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to build positive professional relationships and maintain appropriate boundaries.
- Confidence working independently in community and outreach-based settings, as well as collaboratively within a wider team.
- A flexible and proactive approach to supporting individuals with varying levels of need.
Desirable:
- Experience in outreach or community-based roles.
- Knowledge of harm reduction and recovery-focused approaches.
- Experience working alongside partner agencies and community services.
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: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Outreach Worker
Contract type: Permanent Salary: £25,877.80 - £34,240.03 Closing Date: 5 June 2026
Outreach Worker – Likewise Sheffield
Location: Portland House, 243 Shalesmoor, Moorfields, Sheffield S3 8UG
Working Hours: 37 hours per week Monday to Friday
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £25,877.80 – £34,240.03 per annum
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.
About the role:We have an exciting opportunity to join our HALT Team (Home at Last), supporting adults who are rough sleeping to access treatment and accommodation across the city.
This role is part of a multi-agency approach, working closely with housing providers, homelessness services, and other professionals to deliver coordinated support.
You will be engaging with individuals in the city centre and across wider areas, offering outreach-based interventions to support people experiencing multiple disadvantage.
The position involves proactive engagement with individuals who may be facing complex challenges, including homelessness, substance use, and other vulnerabilities.
You will work to build trust, provide practical support, and help individuals move towards stable accommodation and access to appropriate treatment services.
As directed by the Project Manager and Lead Practitioner, you will:
- Deliver outreach interventions to individuals rough sleeping or at risk of homelessness
- Support individuals to access accommodation, treatment, and wider support services
- Work collaboratively with housing providers, homelessness teams, and partner agencies
- Promote harm reduction and public health approaches where appropriate
- Contribute to reducing the impact of multiple disadvantage and improving outcomes for service users
Please note, this role includes some weekend work and occasional evening shifts.
About you:
- Proven experience of engaging effectively with people with complex needs
- An understanding of the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness and/or substance use
- Experience completing service user assessments, including risk assessments
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-agency environment
- Good IT skills
- A full driving licence and access to a vehicle
About us:
We are committed to fair chances for all and ensuring everyone can access the help and support they need to realise their potential. By joining our team of passionate individuals, you will play a key role in making this happen.
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: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Closing Date: 2026-06-05
Administrator
Contract type: Casual Contract Salary: £12.71 per hour Closing Date: 5 June 2026
Location: Portland House, Sheffield S3 8UG
Working Hours: 0 hour contract
Contract Type: Casual contract
Salary: £12.71 per hour
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.
About the Role:
Likewise is the alcohol and drug service for adults across Sheffield. We provide information, advice and support so people can make informed choices around alcohol and drugs. We work with people to reduce harm and improve wellbeing through a range of dedicated and professional support services.
Our service is led by the national charity Waythrough with partner Project 6 who have been working and supporting people across the city for many years. We also support people to achieve and sustain recovery from problematic alcohol and drug use through a range of treatments.
Likewise is a partnership of experienced local providers offering a complete choice of services, enabling us to provide help to anyone no matter how simple or complex their needs.
What You’ll Do:
As a Casual Administrator at Likewise, your role will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our service on a day-to-day basis.
This vital position supports the smooth flow of clinical and administrative procedures, providing essential support to help us achieve our mission.
You will also, when required, be the welcoming face of our service in your role as receptionist and will be a friendly and professional first point of contact.
This is a flexible casual role, with shifts offered on an ad-hoc basis to meet the needs of the service.
Typical service hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. However, there may be occasional late shift requirements on Thursdays.
To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need:
- Clinical administration experience, including generating and managing prescriptions, dealing with prescription queries, and preparing correspondence for GPs
- SystmOne experience is desirable but not essential
- Previous general administration experience, ideally within a healthcare environment
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a variety of administrative tasks effectively
- Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally
- Experience using computerised recording systems, databases, and software such as Excel and Access
- Reception experience with the ability to provide a warm, calm and welcoming first point of contact for clients and visitors
How to Apply:
If you’re viewing this advert on an external platform such as Indeed, please click ‘Apply via Company Website’ to view the full job description and submit your application.
Please note this is a casual position offered on a zero-hours contract, with shifts provided based on service need.
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: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Independent Prescriber
Contract type: 37 Hours Salary: £44,789 - £54,384 Closing Date: 9 June 2026
Independent Prescriber
Location: Portland House, Sheffield, S3 8UG
Working 37 Hours (including alternate Thursdays from 11:00am to 7:00pm and one Saturday morning in 12).
Salary: £44,789 – £54,384
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.
Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Misuse?
We are seeking dedicated professionals like you to join our team in Likewise, Sheffield and make a meaningful impact in people’s lives, their families and communities. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Independent Prescriber to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical skills, a strong knowledge of pharmacology, and the ability to autonomously assess, diagnose, and manage patient care. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes and ensure the highest standards of care.
Key Requirements:
- Independent Prescriber qualification
- RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
- Experience of working within substance misuse (desirable)
View a day in the life of an Independent prescriber here.
For Full Job Description Please Click HereWe are one of the largest complex integrated treatment services in England. We operate an MDT model and there is real opportunity to work within a fantastic supportive team, including a mental health nurse offering specific interventions to support people, making a real difference to the lives of those in our community.
We have a strong ethos around staff development, with protected CPD time being offered, as well as individual and group supervision. All clinical services are supported by an experienced and dynamic multidisciplinary central clinical department.
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: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
People Advisor
Contract type: Permanent, 37 Hours Salary: £29,880 - £38,180 Closing Date: 19 June 2026
Location: Home Based with travel across the region (South Yorkshire) when required.
Salary: £29,880 – £38,180
Contract type / hours: Permanent, 37 Hours
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.
About the Role
Are you looking for a positive, challenging, and genuinely supportive environment? If so, we’d love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to grow their HR career in a forward-thinking organisation.
As an HR Advisor, you’ll work across a broad spectrum of Employee Relations (ER) cases and play a key role in developing managers’ confidence through HR-related training (full training provided). You’ll also be involved in varied project work including TUPE and redundancy activity.
You will bring a proactive, professional, and solutions-focused approach, quickly building credibility and strong collaborative relationships at all levels of the organisation.
Reporting to the Lead People Partner, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality HR services, working closely with the People Business Partner for your allocated operational area. Occasional travel to meetings and services will be required, so a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Advisory Support: Provide clear, consistent HR advice across processes such as capability, disciplinary, grievance, TUPE, redundancy, and dismissal.
- Employee Relations Casework: Manage a varied, and often complex ER caseload, ensuring compliance with employment law and internal policies, including attendance and performance matters.
- Policy Implementation: Support the development and implementation of People policies, procedures, and practices aligned with current legislation and organisational objectives.
About You
You will ideally be CIPD-qualified or have an equivalent HR degree or relevant experience. You bring strong knowledge of employment legislation, excellent judgement, and a commitment to best practice in HR.
For Full Job Description Please Click Here
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: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Closing Date: 2026-05-08