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For nearly 40 years, we’ve supported people in Plymouth affected by problematic drug and alcohol use. Our team delivers trauma-informed, shame-sensitive care – grounded in dignity, compassion, and respect. We know that connection and belonging are at the heart of recovery, and the same applies to our staff.

Working at Harbour means making a real difference every day. Whether you're based in our reception team, out in the community, or providing specialist support, your role helps people move towards safety, healing, and hope.

Join Harbour and be part of something that matters.

Why Work With Us?

A supportive, inclusive team culture rooted in shared values

A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and reflective practice

Generous leave (28 days, rising to 31 in year 3) plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and two festive closure days

Employer pension contribution of 5%

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work and Tech schemes

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Our purpose is to provide shame-sensitive, trauma-informed support to people using drugs and alcohol, recognising their experiences with dignity, respect, and compassion.

We aim to reduce harm, challenge stigma, and empower individuals to heal and make choices that align with their needs and goals. We believe that connection and belonging are fundamental to recovery and wellbeing, ensuring that no one faces their challenges alone.

OUR PURPOSE

Our mission is to deliver support to individuals affected by substance use, creating safe spaces for healing, recovery and connection to thrive.

We recognise that substance use is a global issue shaped by trauma, inequality, and systemic factors, and we work to challenge stigma and reduce harm as both an independent charity and in collaboration with partners.

OUR MISSION

Our Vision

We envision a world where people who use drugs and alcohol are treated with dignity, not shame; where stigma is replaced with understanding; and where everyone has access to the compassionate support they need to heal, thrive, and make empowered choices.

Within our organisation, we strive to build a strong, collaborative team that upholds these values in our work, our partnerships, and how we care for one another. We strive to build a culture where every staff member feels a sense of belonging, support, and shared purpose.

Committed

We endeavour to provide non-judgmental, shame-sensitive support to people using drugs and alcohol offering person-centred care.

our values

Collaborative

We work in partnership with individuals, communities, and organisations to create a network of support.

Ambitious

We strive for innovative and effective approaches to harm prevention, stigma reduction, and trauma informed care.

respectful

We recognise and honour the dignity, autonomy, and lived experiences of people who use substances, as well as our staff
& partners.

compassionate

We respond to substance use
and trauma with kindness, understanding, and a commitment to reducing shame.

We regularly recruit for a variety of roles including:

- Drug and Alcohol Practitioners

- Outreach and Harm Reduction Specialists

- Family Support Workers

- Reception and Admin roles

- Team Leaders and Managers

If you have questions or want to speak to someone about working at Harbour, get in touch with our team at thcpltd.harbour@nhs.net or call 01752 434343.