Mental Health Support Worker | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Poole; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Poole is seeking compassionate Mental Health Support Workers to join their team. You will provide assessment and treatment for older individuals with dementia, engage in shift patterns, and complete required training. This position offers competitive pay, enhanced rates for unsocial hours, and a comprehensive induction programme. Applications close on Sunday 28 Sep 2025.

Benefits

Competitive pay with enhanced rates for unsocial hours

Access to the NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health support is desirable but not essential.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment for older individuals with dementia.
• Demonstrate passion, empathy, and strong communication.
• Fulfil the duties of the post in a full-time capacity.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Mental Health Support Worker or looking to start your NHS career? We are seeking compassionate individuals to join our supportive and friendly team at St Brelades, Alderney Hospital, Poole. St Brelades is a male dementia ward which caters for up to 17 mental health patients. You will provide assessment and treatment for older individuals with dementia and behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment for older individuals with dementia and behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia.
• Demonstrate passion, empathy, strong communication and excellent teamwork as a core part of the role.
• Fulfil the duties of the post in a full-time capacity, with flexibility for part-time applications (minimum 22.5 hours).
• Engage in shift patterns as required: Early (07:00–15:00), Late (13:00–21:00), Long Day (07:00–21:00), Nights (20:30–07:30, enhanced pay).
• Complete an enhanced DBS check (Trust will cover the cost) and undertake the Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course (Mondays to Fridays, 08:00–16:00) as a condition of employment.
• Engage with induction, ongoing support from the team, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience in mental health support is desirable but not essential; full induction training will be provided.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Eligibility to work in the UK; note that sponsorship for skilled worker status is not available for this position.
• Willingness to complete required training and assessments as part of the role.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Fully comprehensive and structured induction programme.
• Competitive pay with enhanced rates for unsocial hours (night and weekend work).
• Access to the NHS pension scheme and NHS badge with related benefits.
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
• Regular management and clinical supervision and meaningful appraisals.
• Support for candidates via an employability service offering application writing and interview skills.

Application and Closing Date

This advert closes on Sunday 28 Sep 2025.