Support Worker- Apprenticeship Opportunity

NHS; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Sheffield is seeking a support worker for the Early Intervention Team focused on individuals experiencing a first episode of psychosis. The role offers an apprenticeship for those without a Level 3 qualification, providing essential skills and training in a community mental health setting. Successful candidates will work closely with service users to promote recovery and provide necessary support.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others.
• Previous experience of caring for patients in a clinical setting.
• Previous experience of working as part of a team.
• Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to service users experiencing first episode psychosis.
• Work directly with service users on an individual and/or group basis.
• Assist care coordinators and lead professionals to provide treatment and support.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate effectively both face to face and in writing

Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress

Basic IT skills

Education

English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent

NVQ Level 2 in a related subject

NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a Level 3 Apprenticeship

Job description

Job summary

Rotherham Early Intervention Team is looking to recruit a support worker. We work with people who experience a first episode of psychosis or are at risk of developing psychosis.

We are a community mental health team who offers care and treatment in the community.

If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship qualification relevant to your role.

As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work‑related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know‑how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.

Main duties of the job

• To provide support to service users who are experiencing a first episode psychosis in order to promote their recovery in the community.
• To work directly with service users, on an individual and/or group basis.
• To assist and support care coordinators and lead professionals to provide treatment and support.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4,000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first‑class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted: 05 November 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 3

Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 376-RCGAO-0670

Job locations: Swallownest Court, Aughton Road, Sheffield, S26 4TH

Job description

Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

****If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship****

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications Essential

• English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9‑4 or A*‑C or functional skills level 2)
• NVQ Level 2 in a related subject
• NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Experience Essential

• Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others
• Previous experience of caring for patients in a clinical setting
• Previous experience of working as part of a team

Knowledge Essential

• Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality

Skills Essential

• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both face to face and in writing
• Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress
• Basic IT skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name: Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address: Swallownest Court, Aughton Road, Sheffield, S26 4TH

Employer's website: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/