Female Mental Health Support Worker (Aigburth Road)

Lifeways; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer-a-friend bonus (£200)

Cycle to work scheme

Pension contributions

Blue Light Card eligibility

Retail discounts

Job summary

Lifeways is recruiting a Mental Health Support Worker for our service in South Liverpool. This full-time role involves supporting three women with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs in a shared house setup.

You will provide emotional support, help with daily living activities, meals, and community outings while ensuring a safe, respectful environment. DBS checks are required, and a positive, compassionate approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient care approach.
• Experience or willingness to work in a care setting preferred.
• DBS check and compliance with safety protocols required.

Responsibilities

• Support three ladies with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions in a shared house.
• Provide emotional and behavioural support and create a safe, empowering environment.
• Assist with daily living tasks, meals, personal care and accompanying outings.

Job description

Ready to step into a role where every day has purpose? At Lifeways, we’re more than the UK’s largest supported living provider—we’re a community built on compassion, respect, and genuine human connection. And you’re not just anyone. You’re someone who wants their work to mean something.

Are you ready to make a real difference? At Lifeways, we believe that every person deserves the chance to live life to the fullest, and that starts with you. We are currently recruiting for a Mental Health Support Worker to join our passionate team at our Mental Health service in South Liverpool.

Shift Details ( Between Monday - Sunday)

• Full-time (36 hrs/week)
• Sessional Roles also available
• 08.00am – 20.00pm + Sleeps

Why Join Lifeways?

Have Impact:

Every role at Lifeways has a purpose — your work truly matters. Every effort you make helps transform lives, enabling people to live more independently and with dignity. Be proud of what you do: you will be part of a team driven by purpose, making a real difference every single day. And because you’re not just anyone, the impact you make will be felt.

Feel Supported:

We create a culture where every team member feels valued and supported. From a thorough induction to ongoing development opportunities, apprenticeships, and career pathways, we set you up for success. You’ll have regular supervisions and a strong team around you every step of the way, because you’re not just anyone, and your growth matters.

Be Valued:

Recognition is more than just words at Lifeways — we make sure every team member feels valued. You’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including retail discounts, Blue Light Card eligibility, a refer‑a‑friend bonus of up to £200, cycle‑to‑work scheme, pension contributions, and recognition programs. Most importantly, your voice matters and helps shape our future. We listen because you’re not just anyone, you’re part of our team.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

At Lifeways, we believe in equal access to opportunities and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our inclusive culture is guided by our core values: Caring, Honest, One Team, Innovative, Courageous, and Equal (CHOICE).

Whether you're new to care or experienced, we’ll support you every step of the way with full training and development.

What You’ll Be Doing

This is a shared house where we support 3 ladies with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions. The house has a happy, homely atmosphere and everyone enjoys spending time together. The ladies like to eat meals together, watch films and go into town for lunch. They also love to celebrate each other’s birthdays. The house is ideally located with plenty to do nearby and the ladies really enjoy getting out and about in the local area and going into the city.

We support individuals to live independently and achieve their personal goals, promoting choice, dignityand respect in everyday life:

• Offering emotional and behavioural support
• Creating a safe, empowering environment
• Supporting daily living skills and personal goals
• Promoting hygiene, well‑being, and independence
• Communicating with families and carers
• Managing medication and budgeting
• Adapting to varied, meaningful daily tasks

Who We’re Looking For

Whether you're an experienced Support Worker or new to care, if you have a heart for helping others live independently and with dignity, we’ll give you the training, tools, and support to thrive.

"Aigburth Road is a wonderful place to live. Our small support team go the extra mile every day to make sure the people are supported to do whatever they enjoy." Manager, Aigburth Road"

All applicants will complete a DBS check paid for by Lifeways.

*This post is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.*

*PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP**

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