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Relief Recovery Worker

The Society of St James

Southampton, Hampshire

Salary

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Contract

Contract

Hours

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Closing date

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In plain English

What this job actually involves

As a Relief Recovery Worker, you'll help people who are homeless or struggling with addiction to recover and rebuild their lives. You'll work with a team to provide support and guidance, and help people achieve their goals. This role is perfect for someone who is caring, patient, and enjoys working with people. You'll need to be flexible and able to work varied shifts.

What you'll need

  • You'll need a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or a related field.
  • You'll have experience of working with vulnerable adults, preferably in a recovery or housing setting.
  • You'll be able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • You'll have good communication and listening skills.
  • You'll be able to maintain confidentiality and work in a sensitive environment.

How to boost your chances

  • Consider volunteering or taking a short course to gain experience working with vulnerable adults.
  • Make sure you highlight any relevant experience or qualifications in your application.
  • Be prepared to provide examples of times when you've worked with challenging behaviour or difficult situations.
  • Think about how you can demonstrate your understanding of recovery and rehabilitation in your application.
  • Check out The Society of St James' website to learn more about their work and values.

Written by AI to help you understand this advert in plain English. It can get things wrong — always check the original advert before you apply.

Job description

Relief Recovery Worker Southampton Zero Hours/ Relief Pay Rate: £13.38 per hour About Us This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic Charity and Housing Association . The Society of St James (SSJ) has been working in Hampshire for over 50 years, deliveri ng high-impact, person-centred accommodation services to adults and young people experiencing homelessness, problematic substance use, and mental health problems . We believe that every person is of worth and we are prepared to take risks…

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

14 August 2026

Last checked

18 August 2026

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About the employer

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