Locum Female Mental Health Support Worker – UK

Staff Partners Mental Health; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Staff Partners Mental Health seeks compassionate Female Mental Health Support Workers for locum opportunities across the UK. You will provide person-centred support to individuals with mental health needs, including children and those with autism or disabilities, promoting dignity and emotional wellbeing.

Role requires collaboration with healthcare professionals, adherence to care plans, and safeguarding. PAYE payments apply; visa sponsorship not available for locum roles.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good record-keeping skills.
• Patient, compassionate and adaptable approach.
• Ability to follow care plans and medication procedures.
• Commitment to safeguarding and person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support with daily activities, personal care and emotional wellbeing.
• Promote dignity, independence, choice and individual rights.
• Monitor individuals' wellbeing and report significant changes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date care records and documentation.
• Follow medication administration guidance and care procedures.
• Implement behaviour-support strategies, including ABA where applicable.
• Provide sensitive support to children and individuals with autism or disabilities.
• Collaborate with colleagues and healthcare professionals to ensure safe care.

Skills

Excellent communication

Record-keeping

Compassionate & adaptable

Child & autism awareness

Team collaboration

Job description

Staff Partners Mental Health seeks compassionate Female Mental Health Support Workers for locum opportunities across the UK. You will provide person-centred support to individuals with mental health needs, including children and those with autism or disabilities, promoting dignity and emotional wellbeing.

Role requires collaboration with healthcare professionals, adherence to care plans, and safeguarding. PAYE payments apply; visa sponsorship not available for locum roles.