Community Support Worker

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust; Hartlepool; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking a compassionate Band 3 Community Support Worker to provide support for older people’s mental health. This part-time role (22.5 hours/week, fixed for 12 months) requires relevant qualifications and a commitment to high-quality care within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6 months.
• Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with people with mental/social health needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support registered members of the team to deliver evidenced based interventions for older people's mental health.
• Carrying out physical health monitoring.
• Engage with families/carers for comprehensive care.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Time management

Competency in record keeping

Compassion

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent

Care Certificate

Literacy and Numeracy Level 2

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Job summary

Are you looking for a new challenge with the opportunity to expand and develop your skills? Are you passionate about supporting older people's mental health? If so, we at MHSOP Community Mental Health Team (MHSOP) want to hear from you!

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, professional, and compassionate Band 3 Community Support Worker, Part time - 22.5 hours (fixed term - 12 months) to join our community team.

This post is not open to trainees therefore the successful candidate should have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent. Candidates must also have Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent and must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within their probationary period (first 6 months in role).

Applicants must ensure that prior to applying they have agreement from their current line manager that they can be released on a secondment basis. In the event that permanent funding is secured for this post the successful applicant will be confirmed in post on a permanent basis.

You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will join our specialist multi-disciplinary team whose aim is to provide holistic, person-centred care to older peoplewho are experiencing a range of mental health conditions. We work alongside people in care homes and in their own homes.

We work closely with families/carers and other professional disciplines to ensure a comprehensive and valuable experience is had by all involved. We pride ourselves on being leaders in delivering high quality compassionate care whilst protecting and promoting staff wellbeing and development.

Successful applicant will need a full drivers' licence and vehicle access to carry out their role.

About us

The successful post holder will be expected to match the ethos of the MHSOP team and commit to ongoing personal and service development. In return we will offer a friendly, secure and professional experience and invest in your development as a healthcare professional.

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys are committed to co-creating safe and personalised care that improves the lives of people by involving them as equal partners. The most important way we will get there is by living our values all of the time.

Our values are respect, compassion, and responsibility.

We listen, we are inclusive, and we work in partnership.

We are kind, we are supportive and we recognise and celebrate achievement.

We are honest, we are always learning and we are ambitious.

Details

Date posted

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

£24,625 to £25,674 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

346-TSM-020-25-A

Job locations

TS25 1NN

Job responsibilities

The post holder will support registered members of the team to deliver evidenced based interventions to help older people with their mental health using interventions from our Pathways of care.

The post holder should also be expected to carry out physical health monitoring to help support older people.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

Person Specification

Job summary

Are you looking for a new challenge with the opportunity to expand and develop your skills? Are you passionate about supporting older people's mental health? If so, we at MHSOP Community Mental Health Team (MHSOP) want to hear from you!

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, professional, and compassionate Band 3 Community Support Worker, Part time - 22.5 hours (fixed term - 12 months) to join our community team.

This post is not open to trainees therefore the successful candidate should have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent. Candidates must also have Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent and must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within their probationary period (first 6 months in role).

Applicants must ensure that prior to applying they have agreement from their current line manager that they can be released on a secondment basis. In the event that permanent funding is secured for this post the successful applicant will be confirmed in post on a permanent basis.

You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will join our specialist multi-disciplinary team whose aim is to provide holistic, person-centred care to older peoplewho are experiencing a range of mental health conditions. We work alongside people in care homes and in their own homes.

We work closely with families/carers and other professional disciplines to ensure a comprehensive and valuable experience is had by all involved. We pride ourselves on being leaders in delivering high quality compassionate care whilst protecting and promoting staff wellbeing and development.

Successful applicant will need a full drivers' licence and vehicle access to carry out their role.

About us

The successful post holder will be expected to match the ethos of the MHSOP team and commit to ongoing personal and service development. In return we will offer a friendly, secure and professional experience and invest in your development as a healthcare professional.

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys are committed to co-creating safe and personalised care that improves the lives of people by involving them as equal partners. The most important way we will get there is by living our values all of the time.

Our values are respect, compassion, and responsibility.

We listen, we are inclusive, and we work in partnership.

We are kind, we are supportive and we recognise and celebrate achievement.

We are honest, we are always learning and we are ambitious.

Details

Date posted

04 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,625 to £25,674 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

346-TSM-020-25-A

Job locations

Sovereign House

Unit 2B Brenda Road

Hartlepool

TS25 1NN

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will support registered members of the team to deliver evidenced based interventions to help older people with their mental health using interventions from our Pathways of care.

The post holder should also be expected to carry out physical health monitoring to help support older people.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

Person Specification

Other Requirements

Essential

Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need.

This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma in Health and Social Care level 2 or equivalent

Care Certificate

Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2

Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period

Experience

Essential

Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment

Desirable

Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.

Skills

Essential

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Time management and ability to prioritise effectively

Competency in record keeping (within agreed timescales)

Breakaway techniques (within agreed timescale)

Personal Attributes

Essential

Able to work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and Behaviours

Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers.

Able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team.

Committed to continual quality and service improvement

Self awareness and committed to continual personal development.