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Student Placement Opportunity – Digital Software

CompanyRecovery Focus
LocationBarnsley
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 19, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The placement involves reviewing and enhancing the young people’s area of the website, and exploring the development of an interactive, student-focused game related to real-life risks.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
48
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At Aquarius we are here to help people overcome the harms caused by drugs, alcohol and gambling. We are a local charity with over 30 years of experience providing advice and support across the Midlands. We offer a wide range of services including: • Individual Sessions • Group Sessions • Support for Family and Friends • Training to organisations, professionals and the public • Advice and information Aquarius is part of Recovery Focus, a group of charities Inspiring Recovery Together. Find out more at www.recoveryfocus.org.uk.
About the Role

Location: Barnsley 

Support our mission to challenge stigma and make a difference! 

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, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. 

 

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 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 – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change. 

Are you a Barnsley College student on the Digital Software course looking for hands-on experience that makes a real impact? We’re offering a student placement opportunity within our Marketing and Communications team at Barnsley Recovery Steps – and we’d love for you to join us. 

What’s the placement about? 

Our website was relaunched at the end of 2024, and now we’re ready to take it to the next level. We’re looking for someone with fresh ideas and digital skills to support us with: 

  • Reviewing and enhancing the young people’s area of our website 

  • Exploring the development of an interactive, student-focused game that looks at county lines and the impact of decisions around alcohol or other drug use, helping young people understand real-life risks in an engaging way 

  • Making sure everything we create is non-judgemental, inclusive, and anti-stigma 

There’s also the chance to get involved in content creation, if that’s something you’re interested in – from writing and graphics to video and social media. 

What you’ll gain: 

  • Real experience working on a live website project 

  • Insight into the drug and alcohol support sector and the wider charity world 

  • The opportunity to be part of meaningful campaigns that make a difference to young people 

  • Access to our amazing training package 

  • Support from a friendly, passionate team 

Where you’ll be based: 

You’ll be working at our McLintocks office in Barnsley, where our young people’s team is based. There’s also flexibility for home working, and we’ll do our best to support your learning and wellbeing throughout your placement. 

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll 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: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk 

Closing Date:

2026-03-30
Key Skills
Digital SoftwareWebsite ReviewingWebsite EnhancingInteractive Game DevelopmentContent CreationWritingGraphicsVideo ProductionSocial MediaAnti-Stigma PracticesInclusivityDigital Skills
Categories
SoftwareSocial ServicesCreative & MediaEducation
Benefits
Annual leavePension schemeLife assuranceEnhanced sick payFamily-friendly payBirthday leaveOption to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leaveProfessional fee reimbursement24/7 online GP accessEmployee Assistance ProgrammeRecognition and long service awardsRecommend a Friend bonusCycle to Work schemeCredit Union membershipDiscounts via Blue Light CardCharity DiscountsExtras and Tickets for GoodFree will writing serviceWellbeing initiatives