Senior Mental Health Support Worker

Active Pathways Ltd.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave & service rewards

Refer a Friend scheme

Health Cash Plan

Workplace pension

Blue Light Card membership

Free DBS checks & lunch

Job summary

Active Pathways Ltd is recruiting a Senior Mental Health Support Worker for Fernside House, Armley, Leeds. The role involves leading daily care delivery, supervising Recovery Support Workers, and ensuring person-centred, recovery-focused care for men with enduring mental health needs.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, mentor staff, and help residents achieve personal goals while adhering to care plans, risk assessments, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with mental health issues.
• Strong understanding of care plans and risk assessments.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• A commitment to promoting recovery and social inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise Recovery Support Workers in assisting residents with daily living tasks to promote independence.
• Provide personal care and ensure high-quality care delivery in line with evidence-based practices.
• Act as a role model and take responsibility for the unit in the absence of management.
• Mentor new staff and participate in ongoing staff development through supervision and training.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the well‑being of service users is at the forefront of care.
• Facilitate recovery-focused activities and support residents in achieving their personal goals.
• Handle medication and maintain accurate care records in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

Skills

Mental health experience

Care plans & risk assessments

Communication skills

Leadership

Job description

Senior Mental Health Support Worker (Days)

Location:Fernside House, Armley, Leeds
Hours:39.37 hours per week
Salary:£15.00 per hour + £16.50overtime +On-Call paid £35 pw
Shift Pattern:7:30am - 8:00pm, two-week rolling rota

• Week 1: Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun
• Week 2: Wed, Thu, Fri

To ensure consistency in our care delivery, applicants must already have the Right to Work in the UK for a minimum of 18 months from their agreedstart date.
Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time. Applications that do not meet this criteriawill not be progressed further.

Active Pathways is delighted to be recruiting for a compassionate Senior Mental Health Support Worker to join our brand-new residential service, Fernside House, in Armley, Leeds. Fernside House will provide a safe and supportive home for men with enduring mental health needs, and we’re looking for someone who shares our commitment to person‑centred, recovery‑focused care. As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a key role in providing consistent, high-quality care while also supporting and guiding colleagues to ensure the best outcomes for residents.

The Best Bits

• Annual leave starts at the statutory minimum, with extra days rewarded at 2 and 5 years’ service
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £500 per referral
• Health Cash Plan – covers dental, optical, virtual GP, counselling, and includes discounted gym membership
• Supportive and friendly team environment with ongoing training and development
• Workplace pension scheme
• Free Blue Light Card membership
• Free enhanced DBS checks, on-site parking, and lunch (for site-based roles)

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and supervise Recovery Support Workers in assisting residents with daily living tasks to promote independence.
• Provide personal care and ensure high-quality care delivery in line with evidence-based practices.
• Act as a role model and take responsibility for the unit in the absence of management.
• Mentor new staff and participate in ongoing staff development through supervision and training.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the well‑being of service users is at the forefront of care.
• Facilitate recovery-focused activities and support residents in achieving their personal goals.
• Handle medication and maintain accurate care records in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

Requirements:

• Experience working with individuals with mental health issues.
• A strong understanding of care plans and risk assessments.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• A commitment to promoting recovery and social inclusion.

About Us:

Active Pathways Ltd has been providing exceptional care across Lancashire and Yorkshire for over 20 years. As a Mental Health, Learning Disability, and Rehabilitation provider, we focus on recovery-focused care for adults aged 18+. With a commitment to creating inspiring environments, we pride ourselves on our people-first culture and strong set of values. Several of our services have received aCQC rating of OUTSTANDING, and we are proud Investors in People Gold award holders.

About Fernside House

Fernside House is a brand-new residential service providing high-quality care and a welcoming home environment for men with enduring mental health needs. As part of the team, you’ll be helping to shape the service from the very beginning, ensuring residents feel safe, supported, and valued.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll make a real difference by improving people’s quality of life. If you’re ready to bring passion, leadership, and compassion to a team that truly values people, we’d love to hear from you.

Active Pathways Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We respect and empower each individual and support diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and provide support during our recruitment processes to enable all applicants to perform at their best.