Mental Health Support Worker, Part Time - Huddersfield | Care in Mind

Care In Mind; Kirklees; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading youth care organization in the UK is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Support Worker to assist young individuals with their emotional and behavioral challenges. The role involves supporting education, household tasks, and general life skills while maintaining a nurturing environment. Key qualifications include flexibility for shift work and good communication skills. Full training is provided, and the position offers excellent career development opportunities. The organization values inclusivity and mental well-being.

Benefits

Minimum 30 days holiday

Enhanced company sick pay

Life Assurance (2× annual salary)

Healthcare CashPlan

Free onsite parking

Excellent learning and development opportunities

Paid time off for fertility treatment

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work shifts including weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports accurately.
• Previous experience of working with young people in mental health is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Promote independence through support with education and household tasks.
• Update online care records and complete medication administration.
• Support young people to improve their relationship with food and self-harm management.

Skills

Flexibility

Good written and verbal communication skills

Basic IT skills

Ability to remain calm in emergencies

Education

NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care

Job description

Mental Health Support Worker, Young People

Fixby, Huddersfield

£24,570 - £25,662 (based on experience) (pro rata for part time hours)

Part Time 25 hours per week

Essential Requirements

• Flexibility – Your role will involve working shifts including weekends and Bank Holidays
• Must be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdays.
• Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately.
• Basic IT skills (your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails)
• Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others.
• An ability to maintain a professional working boundary.
• Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations.

Desirable Criteria

• Full UK Driving Licence
• NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care
• Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs.

About Care in Mind

We provide residential services for young people aged 16‑30 years old. The young people we care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self‑harm, behaviour, and emotional problems. Our aim is to support them using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, preparing for transition to adult life.

Company Benefits

• Minimum 30 days holiday
• An additional day off each year for your birthday
• Enhanced company sick pay
• Enhanced company pension
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Paid time off for fertility treatment
• Life Assurance (2 × annual salary)
• Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts.
• Employee Assistance Programme/24‑hour Counselling Service.
• Free eye tests and various other benefits.
• Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care and support with completion of the Care Certificate)
• Paid Training, Induction and DBS check.
• We are a Mindful & Disability Confident Employer.
• We are a supporter of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter.
• We are a Menopause Friendly Organisation.
• Long service awards.
• Social events including a Christmas party.
• Blue Light Card to access further shopping discounts.
• Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral).
• Free onsite parking.

Responsibilities

Your role will involve working with our young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks and general life skills. You will also update online care records and complete medication administration. Additionally, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home, ensuring the young people live in a homely environment.

At our home in Huddersfield you will work with young people who have a variety of mental health diagnoses including personality disorder, difficult relationships with food, and self‑harm strategies. You will need to be patient and resilient, supporting them to improve their relationship with food and managing incidents of self‑harm. Many of our young people are preparing to move on positively from Woodside into the community, so you will support this transition by helping them self‑administer medication, return to education, and navigate public transport and appointments independently. The service is a 5‑bed property near a wooded area of Huddersfield, providing scenic local walks and ample grounds for outdoor activities.

Previous care experience is not essential; full training will be provided. You will receive ongoing support and mentoring from our friendly residential and clinical team.

The job is highly rewarding and offers a great start to developing a career working with young people or enhancing your previous experience of mental health, with excellent career development opportunities.

This advert closes on Sunday 4 Jan 2026.