Engagement worker

Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options.

Our core values are ‘Be open, be compassionate and be bold’ and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.

An opportunity has arisen within Nottinghamshire Change Grow Live for an Engagement Worker. The role is based at our Worksop site , with the expectation of covering both the Newark and Bassetlaw areas. The successful candidate will have the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs.

Location

Worksop, Bassetlaw and Newark

Hours

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Contract Type

Fixed Term until 31st of March 2027

• Please note Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours

The successful candidate will adopt a positive, holistic and empowering approach to support adults entering and progressing through recovery-focused substance misuse services. The aim is to enhance opportunities for service users and support sustainable, positive treatment outcomes.

The role involves delivering a range of interventions, including front-of-house engagement, needle exchange, assessments, risk assessments and management plans . It may also include group work, drop-ins, and outreach , all aimed at building recovery capital and promoting long-term recovery and social reintegration.

Flexibility is essential, as the post requires working across various sites and adjusting hours to meet service needs.

Applicants should have relevant experience in health and social care , sound knowledge of substance use , and strong skills in communication, engagement, assessment, recovery planning and risk management . The ability to work well under pressure is crucial for delivering high-quality service.

We care about your wellbeing, offering a paid 'Wellness Hour' each week , a dedicated

Wellness Hub , and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme whenever you need it. You’ll benefit from a contributory pension scheme , free eye test vouchers , and access to a wide range of staff discounts , from shopping and cinema trips to holidays and more. We also offer a generous Refer-a-Friend scheme . Most importantly, you’ll be joining a friendly, compassionate team where your development is encouraged , and your career can grow through our ongoing training and progression opportunities . At CGL, you’re not just doing a job — you’re making a difference, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

If this sounds like you and you’d like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we’d love to talk to you

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.

Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.

Please note This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here Skilled Worker visa Overview - GOV.UK

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

CGL points 20 to 23 (£26,296.03 - £28,557.79)

N/A - Outside London Weighting Area

6/8/2026

24/7/2026

Katie Tuska | ***email_hidden*** | View phone number on uk.workus.org

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.