Night Shift Recovery Worker – Mental Health – Nottingham

Job information

  • Location: Nottingham
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Social Care & Housing
  • Working arrangement: Site Based
  • Salary: £15.65 - 15.70 per hour
  • Published: July 14, 2025
Job reference: 32142
Consultant: Faieq Bashar

Are you a Recovery Worker with mental health rehab experience looking for a rewarding locum role in Nottingham?
We have an exciting opportunity with great pay, flexibility, and the chance to make a real difference within a specialist rehabilitation setting.


Key Details:

  • Job Title: Recovery Worker

  • Location: Nottingham

  • Duration: 3-month ongoing contract

  • Schedule: Full-time (shifts vary depending on service needs)

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • End Date: TBC

  • Rate of Pay: £15.70 for night shifts

  • Contact: Faieq Bashar / fbashar@hg-mh.com / 0203 307 8747


A Day in the Life of a Healthcare Assistant:

Join a dedicated rehabilitation hospital team supporting individuals with long-term mental health needs. In this role, you will:

  • Provide person-centred support to service users with varying mental health conditions

  • Assist with daily living activities, engagement, and recovery-focused interventions

  • Monitor and document service user wellbeing, behaviours, and progress

  • Support clinical staff with observations and care delivery

  • Promote a safe, therapeutic, and respectful ward environment

  • Encourage independence and empowerment through structured routines and activities


Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in a mental health rehab setting is essential

  • Ability to manage challenging behaviour with empathy and professionalism

  • Strong interpersonal and observational skills

  • Right to work in the UK

  • A flexible and reliable approach to shift work


Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This is a full-time locum position, with varied shift patterns depending on service requirements. The initial contract is for 3 months ongoing, with a strong likelihood of extension based on performance and service need.


Interested in making a difference in a rehab setting?
Contact Faieq today on 0203 307 8747 or email fbashar@hg-mh.com to apply or find out more.


Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?

Hunter Gatherer is a leading UK recruitment agency specialising in Mental Health, Nursing, and Social Care locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help professionals find opportunities that suit their skills, interests, and availability.


Benefits of working with us:
✔ Fast-track registration process
✔ High-paying, reliable roles with bi-weekly payroll
✔ Specialist mental health recruitment consultants
✔ Exclusive NHS & private sector vacancies
✔ CV and interview support
✔ Discounted CPD opportunities


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