Mental Health Support Worker

Staff Partners Mental Health; East Lindsey; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible locum shifts

Weekly pay

Block bookings available

Registration support

Referral bonus

Job summary

Staff Partners Mental Health are seeking a compassionate Mental Health Support Worker for a locum position at a private hospital specialising in recovery and rehabilitation. You will provide person-centred care, support daily routines, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement care plans.

Role offers flexible shifts, PAYE rates, weekly pay, and opportunities for block bookings. PMVA training is essential and registration with the relevant body is expected.

Qualifications

• Previous mental health support experience is required.
• PMVA training and a valid certificate are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care to residents with mental health needs.
• Assist with daily routines and activities to support recovery.
• Monitor wellbeing and report changes in mood or behaviour.
• Work with the care and clinical teams to implement care plans.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Documentation

PMVA training

Job description

Mental Health Support Worker - Locum Opportunity

Location -

Staff Partners are currently seeking a compassionate and reliable Mental Health Support Worker to support a large private hospital that specialises in recovery and rehabilitation. The hospital consists of medium secure, low secure and rehabilitation wards, as well as a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).

This locum role offers flexible shifts and competitive PAYE rates, making it ideal for experienced support workers looking to supplement their current work or secure consistent agency shifts.

Role Overview

As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will provide essential, person-centred care to patients with mental health conditions, assisting with emotional support and therapeutic activities. You will monitor patient wellbeing, maintain safety through risk assessments, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement care plans.

Key Duties

• Provide person-centred support to residents
• Assist with daily routines and activities
• Support residents with mental health recovery and wellbeing
• Observe and report changes in behaviour or mood
• Work closely with the wider care and clinical team

Candidate Requirements

Previous mental health support experience

• A caring, empathetic, and professional attitude
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Good communication and documentation skills
• PMVA training and a valid certificate are essential

Pay & Benefits

£14.24 - £16.00 per hour (PAYE)

• Flexible locum shifts
• Weekly pay
• Work as many shifts as you would like
• Be the first to hear about shifts - we are preferred suppliers to many hospitals and sites
• Block bookings available
• Free fast-track and straightforward registration process
• Your own specialist consultant
• Training and ongoing support
• Excellent referral bonus

Important Information

• We do not provide sponsorship for this role
• Payment is made strictly via PAYE