Mental Health Support Worker Temporary (Agency Basis)

Trust Care Solutions Ltd; Dundee; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking Female Support Workers for their dedicated care team. This rewarding role involves delivering person-centred care in a hospital environment, supporting service users with mental health and learning disabilities. The ideal candidate will possess up-to-date training, relevant experience, and excellent communication skills. This position mandates female applicants due to the nature of care required. Competitive remuneration and shift flexibility are offered.

Qualifications

• Up-to-date Mandatory Training aligned to UK healthcare standards.
• Valid PMVA certificate.
• Oliver McGowan Training in learning disability and autism awareness.
• Proof of immunisations (Varicella, MMR, Hepa B, TB).
• Enhanced PVG.
• Previous experience in a healthcare or hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Support service users with mental health and learning disabilities.
• Maintain accurate and compliant records.
• Promote dignity, respect, and inclusion.
• Work collaboratively with the healthcare team.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Flexibility with shifts

Job description

Our client, a respected healthcare provider in Beckton, is seeking Female Support Workers to join their dedicated care team. This rewarding role is ideal for compassionate professionals who want to make a genuine difference in peoples lives within a supportive hospital environment.

As an Agency Support Worker, you'll deliver person‑centred care, promote independence, and contribute to a safe and positive care experience for all service users.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care and support.
• Assist with personal care, daily living activities, and meal preparation.
• Support service users with mental health and learning disabilities in a hospital setting.
• Maintain accurate and compliant records.
• Promote dignity, respect, and inclusion at all times.
• Work collaboratively with the wider healthcare team.

Essential Requirements

• Up‑to‑date Mandatory Training (aligned to UK healthcare standards).
• Valid PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence & Aggression) certificate.
• Oliver McGowan Training in learning disability and autism awareness (Tier 1{Online} and Tier 2{Classroom}).
• Proof of immunisations {Varicella, MMR, Hepa B all doses and SCAR (TB)}.
• Enhanced PVG.
• Previous experience in a healthcare or hospital environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility with shifts and duties.

Desirable

• Experience supporting individuals with complex or mental health needs.

Important Information

This post is open to female applicants only due to the requirement to provide personal care to female service users. This is in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, where being female is an Occupational Requirement to preserve dignity and privacy.

Right to Work Requirement

This position is only open to applicants with full Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from Skilled Worker Visa holders for this role.

All offers are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and reference verification.