Mental Health Support Worker

Hmp Whatton; Rushcliffe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs in Nottingham is recruiting a Mental Health Support Worker to join the team at HMP Whatton, a category C men's prison near Whatton in Nottinghamshire. The role is full-time and based on site with 37.5 hours per week.

You will support prisoners' mental health needs, participate in inductions and training, and work within a multidisciplinary team. The salary ranges up to £29,723 per year, with comprehensive vetting and security checks required.

Job description

Mental Health Support Worker

• Company: NHS Jobs
• Salary: £25,557 to £29,723 a year
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Nottingham, NG13 9FQ
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 23 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 1 Oct 2026

Summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Support Worker to join team at HMP Whatton, a category C men's prison located in in the village of Whatton, near Bingham in Nottinghamshire. Hours The site currently offers 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday: core office hours

Salary This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £29,723 per annum

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks