Recovery Support Worker Jobs in the UK with Visa Sponsorship | St Mungo’s
Are you passionate about helping vulnerable adults rebuild their lives? St Mungo’s is recruiting 3 Recovery Support Workers to join its Westminster Mental Health Pathway in London. This is an excellent opportunity for compassionate individuals looking to make a real difference while working for one of the UK’s leading homelessness charities.
Job Overview
- Position: Recovery Support Worker
- Employer: St Mungo’s
- Location: Westminster, London, United Kingdom
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: £34,116 – £38,115 per year
- Vacancies: 3
- Visa Sponsorship: Yes (eligible applicants)
- Application Deadline: 9 July 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Interview Dates: 21–22 July 2026
About the Role
As a Recovery Support Worker, you will support adults experiencing mental health challenges, homelessness, and other complex needs. You’ll manage your own caseload, helping clients achieve independence through personalised recovery plans and collaborative support.
The role includes flexible shifts covering evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
Key Responsibilities
- Support clients using a person-centred recovery approach.
- Manage and monitor individual support plans.
- Build trusting relationships with vulnerable adults.
- Work alongside community mental health teams and partner organisations.
- Promote independence, wellbeing, and social inclusion.
- Maintain a safe and supportive environment for clients and staff.
Essential Requirements
Applicants should have:
- A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable people.
- Understanding of recovery-focused mental health approaches, including Person-Centred Approach and Open Dialogue.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
Applicants with lived experience of homelessness, mental health challenges, recovery services, substance misuse services, or the criminal justice system are especially encouraged to apply.
Salary and Benefits
- Annual salary of £34,116–£38,115
- Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates.
- Opportunity to work for a respected national charity.
- Comprehensive training and career development.
- Meaningful work supporting vulnerable people to rebuild their lives.
Visa Sponsorship
This role is eligible for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must also meet the employer’s right-to-work requirements throughout their employment.
About St Mungo’s
St Mungo’s is one of the UK’s leading homelessness charities, helping thousands of people every year secure housing, improve their wellbeing, and rebuild independent lives. The organisation supports more than 32,800 people annually across a wide range of homelessness and recovery services.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete the online application before 10:00 AM on 9 July 2026.