Support Worker
Location: Manchester
Salary: £18,396
Contract Type: Permanent
About Us
At The Calico Group, our purpose is clear: to make a real difference to people’s lives. Whether supporting individuals in recovery, helping communities thrive, or enabling employees to grow, we are committed to creating opportunities that transform lives.
We embrace diversity in all its forms and take pride in employing a workforce that reflects the rich and varied communities we serve. Your skills and experiences could make all the difference – join us to be part of something extraordinary.
Delphi Medical is a values led, innovative and specialist addiction (drug and alcohol) service, inspiring their clients to progress safely and successfully from dependence to freedom. They have a shared purpose as part of the Calico Group to make a real difference to people’s lives.
The Opportunity
As a Support Worker within Delphi’s Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service in HMP Manchester, you will work collaboratively with the integrated team to provide clinical and psychosocial support to individuals experiencing issues with Drugs and Alcohol in a secure setting.
This is a really rewarding opportunity where you will be able to provide support to individuals though their recovery journeys, enabling real change. You will be responsible for managing new client assessments, ensuring needs are considered and supported appropriately with robust plans in place to evidence the support, placing the individual at the centre of the decision making.
You will be part of an integrated psychosocial and clinical service and will work alongside colleagues to ensure fully integrated service provision. This includes acting as a second signer for the dispensing of medication to our service users, completing induction, assessments and providing harm reduction advice to individuals accessing our service.
In your role, you will take an innovative approach, including the delivery of holistic interventions such as creative therapy, acupuncture, and motivational events.
You will work closely with other services to ensure clients are able to achieve their recovery goals, positive outcomes and community re-integration, ensuring that individuals are supported and motivated throughout their recovery journey.
In undertaking this role, you will be expected to behave in a way that is consistent with and actively supports the organisations values.
You will be based at HMP Manchester. Your hours of work would be 35 hours per week and includes weekend and bank holiday working on a rota basis. The hours for this role are generally 7.30am-3.30pm however we are happy to discuss some flexibility with shift patterns.
For further information about the role, please visit the Role Profile.
What We’re Looking For
We believe in recruiting for potential as well as experience. Our ideal candidate will have:
- Experience of working in a team with appropriate supervision in a multidisciplinary service.
- Resilience and adaptability – this, is a changeable and demanding environment.
- Effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
- Good situational judgement
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- To successfully gain HMP security vetting including CTC clearance
If you share our values and are ready to grow through continuous learning, development, and the support of a dedicated team, we want to hear from you!
What’s in It for You?
At The Calico Group, we value our people and offer a supportive, inclusive culture alongside fantastic benefits:
- Bravo Benefits – Exclusive discounts at popular high street brands including many retailers and restaurants.
- Westfield Health – Our company funded cash plan, with access to a Doctor 24/7 – for you and your dependents (available after six months of continuous employment)
- Mental Health Support – Access emotional and mental well-being services through Spectrum.
- Cycle to Work Scheme – Save on commuting costs while staying active.
- Pension Options – with employer pension contributions.
- Life Assurance – Peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
- Financial Advice – Expert guidance to help manage your finances.
- Recognition Awards – Celebrate your achievements with our recognition programs.
- Meaningful learning and development programmes with regular focus on your individual growth.
- Gym Membership Discounts – Stay fit with local gym access.
- One Calico Events – Connect and unwind at our employee social gatherings.
- Paid Professional Fees – We’ll cover the cost of professional subscriptions so you can continue growing your career.
And much more! We also offer enhanced holidays, sickness, maternity, and paternity options, ensuring you feel supported when you need it most.
How to Apply
Click Apply Now to complete your application online. Applications close on 07/09/26
We can’t wait to welcome you to our team!
Inclusive Hiring at Calico
We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or would like to discuss accessibility, please let us know at [email protected]
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
The Calico Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our customers employees, and volunteers. Successful candidates will be subject to a DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service) and appropriate pre-employment checks in line with our safeguarding policies.
Don’t Leave it Too Long!
We don’t want you to miss this opportunity, the closing date for applications is 07/09/26
Interview Dates
TBC
