Mental Health Support Worker

Lifeways; Aberford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

10% off at B&Q for all team members

Blue Light Card discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme - Up to £1,000

Gym discounts - Save up to £192 a year

DBS paid for

8 paid days of training per year

Access to qualifications & apprentices

Eye care & health cash plans

Job summary

Lifeways in the UK is seeking compassionate team members for our Mental Health Service. We offer sessional roles with Sleep In shifts, designed to help young adults live more independently while pursuing everyday activities from shopping to cooking and community involvement.

Join a close-knit team that values dignity, choice and respect. We provide full training and development, and clear opportunities to grow while making a real difference in people’s lives.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, motivated and eager to make an impact.
• Full training and development provided.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to live independently and achieve personal goals.
• Promote choice, dignity and respect in daily life.
• Work as part of a close-knit, supportive team.

Job description

Ready to Change Lives-Including Your Own? Join Lifeways and become part of something truly meaningful.

We are proud to be the UK's largest supported living provider, helping people with autism, learning difficulties, acquired brain injury and complex needs live more independent, fulfilling lives.

We don't just offer jobs- we offer purpose. If you're compassionate, motivated, and want to make a real impact, we'd love to meet you.

Shift Details

• Sessional roles available
• Sleep In Shifts are included

Why Lifeways?

Feel Valued

• 10% off at B&Q for all team members
• Eligible for the Blue Light Card - discounts on shopping, food, days out & more
• Cycle to Work Scheme - Up to £1,000
• Gym discounts - Save up to £192 a year
• DBS paid for
• 8 paid days of training per year
• Access to qualifications & apprenticeships
• Eye care & health cash plans

Have Impact

• Help individuals achieve personal goals
• Promote choice, dignity, and respect
• Be part of a close-knit, caring team

What You'll Be Doing

At our Mental Health Service, people come together as a community. The individuals we support are young adults who enjoy shopping, cooking, gardening, swimming, football, playing the guitar, walking, listening to music, watching television, and being in the community.

We support individuals to live independently and achieve their personal goals, promoting choice, dignity and respect in everyday life. We work as part of a close-knit, supportive 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.

"I feel supported in my role and enjoy the job that I do. It's busy, but every day brings something new. I love helping people live more independently." - Support Worker, Residential