Support Worker

Belmont Recruitment; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking Mental Health Support Workers to provide compassionate care and promote independence in individuals. The role offers flexible shift patterns and competitive pay rates, with a focus on supporting clients in their daily living skills and reintegration into the community.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Flexible shift patterns

Ongoing training and support

Opportunities to make a genuine impact

Qualifications

• Previous experience in mental health, social care, or supported living (desirable but not essential).
• Commitment to promoting independence and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Promoting independence through daily living skills.
• Supporting individuals to maintain their tenancy.
• Encouraging confidence and social inclusion.
• Assisting with reintegration into the community.
• Delivering person-centred care.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Patience

Resilience

Flexibility for shifts

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about making a difference in people\'s lives? We are looking for experienced and compassionate Mental Health Support Workers to join our supported living services in Barrow-in-Furness.

Responsibilities

• Promoting independence through daily living skills such as cooking, shopping, budgeting, cleaning, and personal care.
• Supporting individuals to maintain their tenancy and manage responsibilities.
• Encouraging confidence, social inclusion, and positive relationships.
• Assisting with reintegration into independent living and the wider community.
• Delivering person-centred care in line with individual support plans.

About the Service

Our supported living accommodation includes a block of self-contained flats, fully furnished and designed to help people regain independence. Stays typically last between 6 months and 2 years, with tailored support averaging 12+ hours per week.

Shifts Available

• 9:00am - 5:00pm
• 1:30pm - 9:30pm
• 10:00pm - 6:00am

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates: £15.79 (day) / £16.00 (night)
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your lifestyle
• Ongoing training and support
• Opportunities to make a genuine impact in people\'s lives

Requirements

• Previous experience in mental health, social care, or supported living (desirable but not essential)
• Compassionate, patient, and resilient approach
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts
• Commitment to promoting independence and recovery