Part-Time Mental Health Support Worker (Days) - Winnett Cottage

AskSya Automotive; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A residential care home in Stevenage is seeking a dedicated support worker to assist individuals with mental health conditions and addiction. The role involves providing essential support to residents, ensuring their safety and well-being in a therapeutic environment. With competitive hourly pay and various benefits, this position is ideal for those looking to make a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals.

Benefits

Fully funded DBS Blue Light Card

Annual leave: 28 days

Access to Refer a Friend scheme

CQC-recognised training programme

Career progression opportunities

Employer pension contribution

Birthday leave after one year of employment

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a support worker, preferably with people with mental health illnesses or learning disabilities.
• Ability to support residents with diverse needs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide support as a support worker for residents, with senior staff support.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of service users, promoting dignity through person-centred care principles.
• Host recreational and activity groups as part of care.
• Perform personal care and general hospital visits.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Resilience

Experience with mental health issues

Ability to promote independence

Job description

About The Role

Location: Winnett Cottage, Stevenage
Hours: 25 hours per week
Shift Type: Days only
Salary: £12.27 to £13.63 per hour + benefits

We are looking for communicative, empathic, and resilient support workers to provide a happy, therapeutic environment that allows our service users to feel safe, respected and valued. You will make a real difference to the lives of those suffering from mental health issues and struggling with addiction, helping them become as independent as possible. You will join a friendly, highly skilled, and enthusiastic care team at our care home.

Essential skills/responsibilities

• At least 2 years of experience as a support worker, preferably with people with mental health illnesses or learning disabilities
• Provide support as a support worker (sometimes known as a care assistant) for residents, with senior staff support
• Perform aspects of care with or without direct supervision, including hosting recreational and activity groups, personal care, observations, and escorting duties such as general hospital visits
• Ensure the safety and well-being of service users, promoting dignity through person‑centred care principles

Benefits

• Fully funded DBS Blue Light Card (high‑street discounts)
• Annual leave: 28 days including bank holidays (pro‑rata)
• Access to our Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £1,000
• CQC‑recognised training programme (including paid induction & up to 11 annual sessions)
• Career progression – many of our managers started as support workers
• Employer pension contribution
• Birthday leave after one year of employment

About Us

Located in Stevenage (SG2 8SH), this 10‑bed all‑male residential home supports men aged 18 and older with enduring mental health conditions and addiction, often with a forensic history. We provide psychiatric after‑care and rehabilitation, and our staff are experienced with complex mental health needs. Winnett Cottage adopts a person‑centred care approach, working alongside residents and multi‑disciplinary teams to support them in achieving individual goals and acquiring independent life skills.