Jobs
Join us. We are always looking for great people. We have a range of roles in our service across the spectrum of drug and alcohol work. Please keep checking back as we add new roles all the time. We welcome applications from people who have lived experience of issues with alcohol and/or drugs.
What’s in it for you?
- A competitive salary
- Pension Scheme
- Exceptional support, training and development
- Flexible working
Forward Leeds is a service made up of several key partners: Waythrough, BARCA-Leeds, St. Anne’s Community Services and Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust enabling the development of a peer led, recovery community.
Current Vacancies
Apprentice Recovery Coordinator (Seacroft)
Contract type: Full time and Fixed Term (12 month apprenticeship) Salary: £20,875.40 per annum Closing Date: 6 May 2026
We are currently looking to build our Recovery Co-ordination team, with an exciting opportunity at Forward Leeds. Our team provides support for individuals who are experiencing problematic substance use.
As an Apprentice Recovery Coordinator, your duties will include:
- You will be supported to build the skills and knowledge to be able to provide specialist, tailored support to enable service users to make positive changes.
- You will work towards managing a caseload by creating, implementing, and reviewing recovery and treatment plans.
- You will contribute towards reducing substance-related harm to individuals and the wider community.
- You will work towards completing Level 2 apprenticeship in Adult Care with a local training provider. This will include achieving Level 1 in functional skills (Maths & English) if you haven’t already.
Apprentice Recovery Coordinator (Armley)
Contract type: Full Time, Fixed Term (12 month apprenticeship) Salary: £20,875.40 per annum Closing Date: 6 May 2026
We are currently looking to build our Recovery Co-ordination team, with an exciting opportunity at Forward Leeds. Our team provides support for individuals who are experiencing problematic substance use.
As an Apprentice Recovery Coordinator, your duties will include:
- You will be supported to build the skills and knowledge to be able to provide specialist, tailored support to enable service users to make positive changes.
- You will work towards managing a caseload by creating, implementing, and reviewing recovery and treatment plans.
- You will contribute towards reducing substance-related harm to individuals and the wider community.
- You will work towards completing Level 2 apprenticeship in Adult Care with a local training provider. This will include achieving Level 1 in functional skills (Maths & English) if you haven’t already.
Administration Team Manager
Contract type: Full Time and Permanent Salary: £31,030 – £36,000 Closing Date: 12 May 2026
We are looking for an Administration Team Manager to lead and coordinate administrative operations across Forward Leeds. This is a dynamic and rewarding opportunity for someone who can provide strong leadership, maintain high standards, and drive continuous improvement.
You will oversee administrative processes, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards, including Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements.
What You’ll Do
As an Administration Team Manager, you will:
- Provide supervision and guidance to Admin Team Leaders and the Business Support Manager
- Oversee and manage the Death in Service administrative process
- Lead on Care Quality Commission (CQC) reporting and ensure ongoing compliance
- Review and improve administrative processes and service pathways
- Accurately capture minutes in high-level meetings and track follow-up actions
- Ensure HR procedures are implemented effectively and consistently
- Work collaboratively with professionals across the wider service
- Support financial administration and reporting processes
- Assist the Senior Management Team and Directors with strategic and operational tasks
- Prepare reports, summaries and key documentation
- Prioritise and manage project work streams
Young Adults Worker
Contract type: Permanent and Full Time Salary: £25,877.80 - £34,240.03 Closing Date: 25 May 2026
To work as part of the Forward Leeds Young Persons Team to deliver drug and alcohol related interventions for young people (up to 21 years or 24 years depending on vulnerability) across Leeds. Work delivered will be outreach so based in schools, colleges, Youth Justice Centres and Community Venues.
Responsibilities:
- Case Management: Be the driving force behind the drug and alcohol treatment journeys of young adults. Conduct assessments, develop personalised care plans, and deliver interventions that truly make a difference.
- Community Promotion: Amplify our services within the community by building strong relationships with local organisations. Empower young adults and their families through engaging education and awareness sessions.
- Quality Assurance: Maintain the highest standards of care by implementing and adhering to service policies and procedures. Conduct thorough audits and keep meticulous records.