Support Worker

Balfor Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking compassionate Support Workers for temporary roles in the East Midlands, specifically Derby. The role entails providing support to individuals facing homelessness and mental health challenges. Candidates should have at least 6 months of health and social care experience and a DBS registration. This position offers flexibility, competitive pay of £13.68 per hour, and a chance to make a positive impact. Join a supportive agency that values your skills and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months’ UK health & social care experience.
• Knowledge or experience in supporting individuals with drug & alcohol misuse.
• DBS registered on the update service.

Responsibilities

• Providing vital support to service users in homeless, mental health, and learning disability services.
• Creating and updating individual support plans.
• Carrying out wellbeing checks to ensure safety.

Skills

Compassionate care

Support for mental health

Understanding of the homeless sector

Job description

Support Workers Wanted – Homeless, Mental Health & Learning Disabilities Services
Locations: Derby
Contract: Temporary
Pay: £13.68 per hour

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker looking for a flexible role where you can truly make a difference? Balfor Healthcare is excited to welcome experienced Support Workers to our team, supporting individuals across homeless services, mental health, and learning disabilities in Derby.

This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to bring hope, stability, and care to those who need it most, while enjoying flexibility, competitive pay, and a healthy work-life balance.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Providing vital support to service users within homeless, mental health, and learning disability services.
• Creating, updating, and following individual support plans.
• Carrying out wellbeing checks to ensure safety and comfort.
• Maintaining security systems and equipment.
• Supporting with everyday domestic tasks to improve quality of life.

Shift Pattern:

• Long Day – Sleep in – Early

What We’re Looking For:

• At least 6 months’ UK health & social care experience.
• Knowledge or experience in supporting individuals with drug & alcohol misuse, mental health, and learning disabilities (desirable).
• Strong understanding of the homeless sector.
• DBS registered on the update service.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Access to training certificates.
• Full UK driving licence.
• No working restrictions.

Why Choose Balfor Healthcare?
With over 25 years of award-winning expertise, Balfor Healthcare is a trusted recruitment agency supplying staff to public, private, and non-profit organisations. We’re proud to work with passionate professionals who want to make a positive impact every day.

When you join us, you’re not just filling shifts – you’re joining a supportive agency that values your skills, your time, and your wellbeing.

Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today by sending your CV or call 0121 260 0002 to find out more.