We are recruiting for a full time Therapeutic Group Worker
Kenward Trust has a national reputation for excellence in the field of Drug and Alcohol treatment. We are looking to recruit a member of staff to join our Therapeutic team who can participate in the delivery of high quality, evidence-based group interventions within a residential rehabilitation setting. They will be working with a client group experiencing difficulties as a consequence of drug and alcohol misuse.
We are looking for an experienced Therapeutic Group Worker who can take a lead role in the facilitation of structured group activities, supporting individuals towards recovery, increased resilience and improved wellbeing.
The successful applicant will be able to evidence of a formally recognised training in a therapeutic discipline (minimum 400 taught hours) or are due to complete this year.
They must have experience in facilitating groups with preferably a minimum of one years experience in substance misuse, dual diagnosis or related field.
The role is permanent full time working predominantly Monday to Friday with one Saturday a month (taking a day off the following week)
If you have the experience and the skills that we are looking for we would like to hear from you.
Please see our website for further information to download an application form and view the supporting job description at: https://kenwardtrust.org.uk/work-for-us
Or email jane.wenban@kenwardtrust.org.uk
All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and be required to provide supporting references.
Closing date for applications: 5th September 2025
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Experience:
- Group work: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person