Mental Health Support Worker - Rochdale

Northern Healthcare; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Enhanced DBS

Free parking at most services

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Programme withCoun

Refer-a-Friend Scheme – up to £400 in约

Job summary

Northern Healthcare Limited is recruiting for a Mental Health Support Worker at Moss Lodge in Rochdale. The service supports up to 18 adults with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities in their own en-suite rooms within a 24/7 supported-living setting.

The role involves helping residents build independence, manage daily routines, and participate in activities, with full training provided and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or a Level 2/3 Health & Social Care qualification is desirable.
• Compassion, patience and willingness to learn matter most.

Responsibilities

• Support people to cook their favourite meal for the first time.
• Help people manage appointments, medication and daily routines.
• Encourage community activities, education or employment opportunities.
• Build confidence through everyday conversations and encouragement.
• Support budgeting, shopping and household tasks.
• Work with colleagues to deliver person-centred support plans.
• Record progress and celebrate achievements, big or small.
• Provide personal care support as needed with full training and guidance.

Skills

Compassionate

Great listeners

Calm under pressure

Reliable & flexible

Education

Level 2/3 Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

Be Part of Something Special – Mental Health Support Worker

Moss Lodge, Rochdale | £12.91 per hour

A Place Where Recovery Begins – And So Can Your Career

At Northern Healthcare, we don't just provide support—we create places where people feel safe, valued and empowered to rebuild their lives.

We're looking for compassionate, motivated people to join our team at Moss Lodge, our modern 24/7 supported living service in Rochdale. Here, every conversation, every achievement and every small step forward matters—and you'll be part of the team making those moments happen.

We're Paying More Than Ever

We believe people who make a difference deserve to be recognised.

£12.91 per hour starting rate

Enhanced overtime rates

Free Enhanced DBS

Career progression opportunities

Fully Funded Training And Qualifications

A supportive team that celebrates success

Why Moss Lodge?

The service supports up to 18 adults with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities in their own ensuite rooms, alongside welcoming communal kitchens, comfortable lounge areas, activity spaces and a private garden. Situated close to Rochdale town centre, the service gives the people we support easy access to local amenities while providing a safe, recovery-focused environment.

What You'll Be Doing

This isn't a job where every day looks the same—and that's what makes it rewarding.

You will support people to build confidence, develop independence and achieve goals that are meaningful to them.

Your Day Could Include

• Supporting someone to cook their favourite meal for the first time.
• Helping people manage appointments, medication and daily routines.
• Encouraging community activities, education or employment opportunities.
• Building confidence through everyday conversations and encouragement.
• Supporting budgeting, shopping and household tasks.
• Working alongside colleagues to deliver person-centred support plans.
• Recording progress and celebrating every achievement, no matter how small.
• As our services continue to evolve to meet people's needs, there may also be occasions where personal care support is required. Full training and guidance will always be provided.

No Experience? Bring the Right Values

Experience is welcome—but it's your compassion, patience and willingness to learn that matter most.

From your very first day, we'll give you everything you need to succeed.

Your Training Includes

• Structured company induction
• Care Certificate
• First Aid Training
• Behaviour Support Training
• Dedicated buddy support
• Online learning platform
• Funded NVQ Qualifications (Levels 2–5) after a qualifying period
• Leadership and management development opportunities

Build a Career That Grows With You

Many of our leaders started as Support Workers.

Team Leader

Deputy Service Manager

Service Manager

Specialist Support Worker Champion

Benefits You'll Love

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

We're Looking For People Who Are

• Positive and compassionate
• Great listeners
• Calm under pressure
• Reliable and flexible

Passionate About Helping Others Live More Independently

Team players who share our PROUD values:

• Positive
• Respectful
• Open & Honest
• Understanding
• Dedicated

Previous experience in care or a Level 2/3 Health & Social Care qualification is desirable, but experience supporting a family member or friend is equally valued.

Join a Team That's Changing Lives

At Moss Lodge, recovery isn't just something we talk about—it's something we see every day.

If you're looking for a role where your kindness, encouragement and support can genuinely change someone's future, we'd love to welcome you to the team.