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Health and Wellbeing Nurse

Waythrough


Job Location:

Penrith - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 40266 - 54478
Posted: 29 September 2026 (10 days ago)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Health and Wellbeing Nurse

Location:Across our North and West Cumbria sites (Carlisle Barrow-in-Furness Whitehaven Workington Kendal & Penrith)
Working Hours:37 Hours *Monday to Friday 09:1517:15)
Contract Type:Permanent
Salary: 40266 - 54478

Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.

About Waythrough

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together weve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.

Every year we support around 125000 people through nearly 200 services and its all made possible by our 3500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

Make a real difference in your community

Are you passionate about helping others live safer healthier more independent lives Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health substance use housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job its a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.

Waythrough is looking for a dedicated Health and Wellbeing Nurse to deliver high-quality nurse-led care to individuals affected by substance use.

You will play a key role in completing comprehensive health and alcohol assessments supporting harm reduction and promoting improved health and wellbeing outcomes as part of a multidisciplinary recovery service.

Key Duties
  • Deliver nurse-led clinics across North and West Cumbria

  • Complete and document comprehensive healthcare and alcohol assessments.

  • Accurately record all activity on the electronic record system.

  • Provide health promotion harm reduction advice and brief interventions.

  • Work collaboratively with internal teams and external health partners.

  • Maintain professional standards in line with NMC and organisational policies.

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What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work youll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

  • 27 days annual leave rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)

  • Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution matched up to 6.5%

  • Life assurance (3 annual salary)

  • Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay

  • Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days annual leave

  • Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications

  • 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme

  • Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals

  • 500 Recommend a Friend bonus

  • Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership

  • Discounts via Blue Light Card Charity Discounts Extras and Tickets for Good

  • Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

Inclusion and accessibility

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.

We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.

If you need adjustments or support to apply please email our recruitment team:

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Required Experience:

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Support for mental health, alcohol, drugs, housing and related areas. Wherever you are now, we won't judge or write you off. We're Waythrough.

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