Mental Health Support Worker

iBC Healthcare; Syston; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

IBC Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to empower adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs to live as independently as possible. The role involves person-centred support, promoting dignity and respecting choices, with shifts including days and nights.

You will collaborate with families and professionals to provide meaningful activities, build confidence, and help individuals access their local communities. Training and development are offered.

Qualifications

• We are looking for people who are caring, patient, and genuinely committed to supporting others.
• Ability to promote dignity, respect and choice in daily support.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living skills and encourage independence.
• Facilitate community-based activities and meaningful occupation tailored to each person.
• Promote emotional wellbeing and positive mental health.
• Collaborate with colleagues, families and external professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to person-centred support planning.
• Help individuals manage risks while maintaining choice and autonomy.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Communication

Team player

Job description

Support Worker – Adults with Learning Disabilities & Mental Health

Make a real difference. Every day.

At IBC Healthcare, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling life within their community. We are looking for compassionate and motivated Support Workers who are passionate about enabling adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs to live as independently as possible.

This role is about more than care – it’s about empowerment, inclusion, and purpose.

• Role: Support Worker
• Pay Rate: £12.90Per Hour
• Shifts: Days and Nights Available
• Full-time - 42hours per week
• Location:Cambridge Close (Syston)

About the Role:

As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting adults to:

• Engage in meaningful activities that reflect their interests, goals, and aspirations
• Build confidence and skills to live as independently as possible
• Access and participate in their local communities, including education, employment, volunteering, and social opportunities
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with family, friends, and professionals
• Make informed choices and have their voice heard in all aspects of their lives

You will provide person-centred support that promotes dignity, respect, and choice, adapting your approach to meet each individual’s needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support individuals with daily living skills, encouraging independence at every opportunity
• Facilitate community-based activities and meaningful occupation, tailored to individual outcomes
• Promote emotional wellbeing and positive mental health
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to person-centred support planning
• Support individuals to manage risks safely while maintaining choice and autonomy

About You:

We’re looking for people who:

• Are caring, patient, and genuinely committed to supporting others
• Believe in ability, not limitation
• Can encourage independence while providing the right level of support
• Communicate clearly and respectfully
• Are reliable, flexible, and able to work as part of a supportive team
• Experience in learning disabilities or mental health is welcomed, but not essential – we value the right attitude, values, and willingness to learn.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive training and ongoing development
• A supportive and inclusive team culture
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation
• The chance to make a genuine, lasting impact on people’s lives

Why Join IBC Healthcare:

We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred services that focus on community integration, independence, and meaningful lives. Our teams are empowered to support people in ways that truly matter.

If you want a role where no two days are the same and your work has real purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

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