Recovery Navigator

Posting date:	17 November 2025
Salary:	£15.0 per hour
Additional salary information:	£15.00 p/h (inclusive of holiday)
Hours:	Part time
Closing date:	01 December 2025
Location:	Kingswood, Gloucestershire, BS15 9TR
Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	4744915_1763373890

Summary

Your new company
This service provides integrated mental health and wellbeing support across the local community, working closely with NHS partners, GPs, social care, and voluntary organisations. The aim is to deliver person-centred, trauma-informed care for people with moderate to serious mental health needs who often fall between primary and secondary care.

Your new role
As a Recovery Navigator, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with moderate to serious mental health needs who often fall between primary and secondary care services. Working as part of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Integrated Network Team (MINT), you will help bridge gaps in care by delivering trauma-informed, person-centred support that empowers people to improve their wellbeing and resilience.
You will be based in the local MINT hub but will also travel within the community to meet clients where they are most comfortable. This role involves building strong relationships with service users and professionals, coordinating care, and signposting to community resources. You will work collaboratively with GPs, social prescribers, and voluntary sector organisations to ensure individuals receive holistic, integrated support tailored to their cultural and social needs.
Responsibilities:

• Deliver personalised mental health support and interventions in line with recovery principles.
• Complete support conversations to identify needs, goals, and desired outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, social prescribers, and other health and social care professionals.
• Signpost and connect clients to community resources and voluntary sector services.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in line with organisational policies.
• Manage safeguarding responsibilities and promote a 'Think Family' approach.
• Support clients with wider needs such as housing, debt advice, and employment.
• Participate in daily handovers and multidisciplinary discussions within the MINT hub.
• Promote inclusion, challenge stigma, and advocate for clients where appropriate.
• Contribute to service development by sharing feedback and best practice.

Location: Kingswood Civic Centre, Bristol (with community travel)Hours: 18.5 per week (2.5 days)
Pay: £15.00 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
Contract: Fixed Term - 2 months (with potential for a permanent role)
Car Required: Yes

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience supporting people with mental health needs or complex needs.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and equal opportunities.
• Strong communication and partnership skills.
• IT literacy and ability to manage documentation effectively.
• Essential: Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Qualification in a relevant field (e.g., DipSW, RMN, CPN).
• Knowledge of welfare benefits and social care systems.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive hourly rate of £15.00 (inclusive of holiday pay).
• Flexible working pattern over 2 days per week.
• Opportunity to make a real difference in your local community.
• Supportive team environment with access to supervision and reflective practice.
• Chance to be considered for a permanent role after the initial 2-month contract.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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