Mental Health Support Worker

Lifeways Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunswick Gardens in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker to help people live independently and engage with their communities. You will provide person-centred care, build meaningful relationships, and support daily living tasks while promoting wellbeing and confidence.

Full training is provided, enabling those new to health and social care to start a rewarding career. A friendly, supportive team at Lifeways will guide you as you help residents reach their goals and stay

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is welcomed but not essential.
• Full training provided for new starters.

Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred support tailored to individual needs
• Building positive and meaningful relationships
• Supporting people to achieve personal goals and develop life skills
• Encouraging community participation and social activities
• Supporting with shopping, appointments, and daily living tasks
• Promoting mental wellbeing, confidence, and independence
• Maintaining accurate records and care documentation
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and professionals

Skills

Compassionate care

Reliable

Great communicator

Patient and resilient

Enthusiastic

Independence support

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives. Every day is different. You'll support individuals both at home and in the community, encouraging independence, wellbeing, and social inclusion. Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing person-centred support tailored to individual needs
• Building positive and meaningful relationships
• Supporting people to achieve personal goals and develop life skills
• Encouraging community participation and social activities
• Supporting with shopping, appointments, and daily living tasks
• Promoting mental wellbeing, confidence, and independence
• Maintaining accurate records and care documentation
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and professionals

Activities

• Swimming
• Shopping trips
• Coffee outings
• Cinema visits
• Local clubs and community groups
• Days out and leisure activities

What we are looking for

• Compassionate and caring
• Reliable and committed
• Positive and enthusiastic
• Patient and resilient
• Great communicators
• Passionate about supporting others to reach their potential

Previous care experience is welcomed but not essential. We provide full training, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a career in health and social care., If you're looking for a meaningful role where you can positively impact people's lives while developing a rewarding career, we'd love to hear from you.

Brunswick Gardens, Brunswick Village £[Insert Rate] per hour Full-Time, Part-Time & Bank Opportunities Available

Make a Difference Every Day Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can change lives while building a future for yourself? At Lifeways, we support people to live independently, achieve their goals, and be active members of their communities. As the UK's largest supported living healthcare provider, we've been delivering high-quality support services since 1995, and we're now looking for caring, dedicated individuals to join our team at Brunswick Gardens. Whether you're experienced in care and support or looking for a completely new career path, we'd love to hear from you.

About Brunswick Gardens

• Accessible communal and outdoor spaces
• Assistive technology tailored to individual needs
• CCTV, intercom, and Tunstall connected care systems
• Lift access to upper floors
• A friendly and supportive team dedicated to helping people thrive, Lifeways - Supporting individuals to live their best life, every day.