Mental Health Support Worker - Knowsley

Northern Healthcare; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking at most services

Free Enhanced DBS check

Blue Light Card and discounts

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Job summary

Northern Healthcare is recruiting a Mental Health Support Worker for our new flagship service in Knowsley. You will support adults on their recovery journey in a modern, purpose-built environment, developing living skills and promoting independence. Training starts day one with continuous development and progression opportunities.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate (£12.91) with enhanced overtime and a comprehensive benefits package as the service grows and evolves to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• We’re looking for compassionate, reliable and committed individuals.
• Experience in care, support work or mental health services, or a Health & Social Care Level 2/3 is desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; two satisfactory references covering the previous three years.
• Ability to complete an Enhanced DBS check (paid for by Northern Healthcare).

Responsibilities

• Develop everyday living skills for the people we support.
• Prepare meals and cook independently.
• Manage appointments and medication for individuals.
• Maintain the home and assist with household tasks.
• Build budgeting and money management skills.
• Support access to education, employment, volunteering and community activities.
• Build confidence, resilience and independence.
• Promote emotional wellbeing and recovery.

Skills

Person-centred care

Care experience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Health & Social Care level 2/3

Job description

Make Every Day Count – Become a Mental Health Support Worker at Northern Healthcare

At Northern Healthcare, we recognise the dedication and compassion our colleagues bring every day. That's why we're proud to offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and genuine opportunities to build a rewarding career.

Roby Road, Knowsley (New Flagship Service)

We're excited to be recruiting for our brand-new flagship mental health supported living service at Roby Road, Knowsley. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a new team from the very beginning, helping to shape a positive culture while supporting adults on their recovery journey in a modern, purpose-built environment.

• £12.91 per hour starting rate
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Excellent benefits package
• Career progression opportunities
• Full training and development from day one

Because making a difference should come with the support and recognition you deserve.

Looking for a Career That Really Matters?

At Northern Healthcare, you'll do more than provide support—you'll empower people to rebuild confidence, develop independence, and achieve their personal goals.

As a Mental Health Support Worker, you'll be part of a supportive team helping adults with mental health needs on their recovery journey, enabling them to live fulfilling and meaningful lives.

Whether it's celebrating a small achievement or supporting someone through a challenging day, your role will have a lasting impact.

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are ever the same.

You’ll Help The People We Support To

• Develop everyday living skills
• Prepare meals and cook independently
• Manage appointments and medication
• Maintain their home and manage household tasks
• Build budgeting and money management skills
• Access education, employment, volunteering,and community activities
• Build confidence, resilience, and independence
• Promote emotional wellbeing and recovery

As our services continue to evolve to meet the needs of the people we support, there may be occasions where personal care forms part of the role. If required, you'll receive full training, guidance, and ongoing support.

Full Training and Support from Day One

Whether you're experienced in care or looking for a completely new career, we’ll help you succeed.

You’ll Receive

• Comprehensive induction programme
• Buddy support from experienced colleagues
• Access to our online learning platform
• Care Certificate
• First Aid Training
• Positive Behaviour Support Training
• Funded NVQ Qualifications (Levels 2–5)
• Leadership and Management development opportunities
• Build a Career You’ll Be Proud Of

Many of our leaders began their careers as Support Workers.

Career Progression Opportunities Include

• Team Leader
• Deputy Service Manager
• Service Manager
• Specialist Champion Roles

If your passion is providing outstanding support, we’ll also help you continue to grow and develop within your role.

Benefits

• Free parking at most services
• Free Enhanced DBS check
• Blue Light Card and Blue Light Insurance discounts
• Refer-a-Friend Scheme – earn up to £400 in Love2Shop vouchers
• Employee Assistance Programme, including wellbeing, counselling and physiotherapy support
• Ongoing learning and professional development
• Monthly and annual colleague recognition awards

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for people who are compassionate, reliable and committed to making a positive difference.

You’ll Ideally Have

• A caring, person‑centred approach
• Experience in care, support work or mental health services, or a Level 2 or 3 Health & Social Care qualification (desirable but not essential)
• Experience supporting a family member, friend, or someone with additional needs is welcomed
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Two satisfactory references covering the previous three years
• The ability to complete an Enhanced DBS check (paid for by Northern Healthcare)

Join Our New Flagship Service

This is a unique opportunity to become part of a brand‑new flagship service from day one. You'll help establish a positive, recovery‑focused environment, work alongside a passionate and supportive team, and play a key role in shaping an outstanding service for the people we support.

If you’re looking for more than just a job and want to be part of something exciting from the very beginning, we’d love to hear from you.

Together, we make every day count.