Are you passionate about helping people grow, learn, and make positive changes in their lives? Do you have experience leading groups, delivering training, or creating supportive learning environments? If so, we’d love for you to join our team!

Who We Are:

Our Recovery Solutions Substance Use Service is committed to empowering individuals on their journey to recovery. We work to create safe, engaging spaces for people affected by substance use, supporting them to gain skills, rebuild relationships, and thrive in their communities.

What You’ll Do:

As a Group Facilitator, you’ll lead engaging and impactful group sessions designed to support personal growth and recovery. Whether it’s helping individuals build resilience, develop new skills, or learn strategies to manage their lives more effectively, your work will make a tangible difference. You’ll bring your unique experience and energy to guide sessions, adapt content to meet participants’ needs, and foster a sense of trust and motivation within the group.

We’re Looking for People Who:

Have experience facilitating groups, teaching, training, or coaching (experience in drug and alcohol services is a bonus but not required!)

Are skilled communicators who can inspire and connect with people from diverse backgrounds

Can adapt materials and activities to meet varied learning styles and needs.

Are compassionate, empathetic, and committed to helping others reach their potential.

Lived experience of substance use recovery is highly valued, and we strongly encourage individuals with this background to apply

Impactful Work:

You’ll be part of a supportive team dedicated to making real, positive change in people’s lives.

Ongoing Training:

Receive training in best practices for substance use recovery, group facilitation, and more.

Professional Development:

Build your skills in facilitation and other areas of personal interest.

Ideal Candidates May Come from Various Backgrounds, Including:

Teaching or Education

Training & Development

Counselling or Therapy

Social Work

Youth or Community Services

If you’re looking for a role where your talents in communication, leadership, and empathy can make a real difference, this could be the job for you!

A full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle is required.

In return we offer training and extensive opportunities to continue your professional development, employee discounts and a great pension scheme.

If you would like to know more about this role, please contact the recruiting manager Sarah-Jane McQuade on Sarah-jane_mcquade@middlesbrough.gov.uk

The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Due to the nature of this role, a full DBS checked against adults and children will be required.