Support Worker - Bradford

Northern Healthcare; Wrose; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health support organization in Wrose is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Support Worker. In this role, you will assist residents with daily activities, provide emotional support, and help them build essential daily skills. This position offers a starting pay of £12.40 per hour with opportunities for growth. Newcomers or those returning from a break are welcome and full training will be provided. Exceptional benefits and a supportive environment await you.

Benefits

Free car parking

FREE enhanced DBS

Blue Light Card & Insurance

Up to £400 in vouchers with referrals

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition awards

Qualifications

• Caring and people-first attitude is essential.
• Experience in care or supporting someone is preferred.
• Must provide two references covering the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities like cooking and medication support.
• Offer emotional support and help with budgeting skills.
• Engage residents in community activities and new hobbies.

Skills

Caring attitude

Experience in care

Ability to offer emotional support

Education

Level 2/3 qualification in Health & Social Care

Job description

🌟 Make Every Day Count – Become a Mental Health Support Hero at Northern Healthcare!

💥 Big News: We’re Paying MORE Than Ever!

Yes—the National Minimum Wage has climbed to £12.21… but we’re smashing that ceiling!
At our Merchants House, Bradford starting pay is now £12.40 per hour! 💷✨

🏆 Higher than the national rate
💼 Enhanced overtime at £14.40 per hour
🎉 Fantastic team, amazing benefits, brilliant pay

This isn’t just a workplace—it’s a place that values your time, your heart, and your hard work.

💙 Want a role where YOU matter as much as the people you support?

Join Northern Healthcare as a Mental Health Support Worker and step into a role where every day brings purpose, growth, and genuine human connection.
You won’t just be doing a job—you’ll be making a life-changing difference.

🌈 Your Day-to-Day – No Two Days the Same!

You’ll be the friendly face and steady support that helps residents live confidently and independently:

🍳 Cooking & meal prep
💊 Medication and appointment support
💷 Budgeting & household skills
🌆 Getting out into the community
🎨 Trying new hobbies
💬 Offering emotional support when it matters most

Every step forward—big or small—happens because you were there.

💡 Support That Starts on Day One

We set you up for success with:

🎓 A warm induction & buddy system
💻 Ongoing virtual learning support
🏅 Full training including:
• Care Certificate
• First Aid
• Behaviour Support
• NVQs Level 2–5 in Health & Social Care
• Leadership & business development

New to care? Experienced? Returning after a break?
We’ll help you grow, shine, and feel confident.

🚀 Your Career – Your Way

Dream of leading a team? Diving into specialist areas? Or building expertise right where you are?
We’ve got a path for you:

⭐ Team Leader
⭐ Deputy or Service Manager
⭐ Support Worker Champion (become the go‑to expert!)
⭐ Or stay in a Support Worker role and absolutely thrive

We celebrate all journeys.

🎁 Perks That Actually Feel Like Perks

✨ Free car parking (most sites)
✨ FREE enhanced DBS
✨ Blue Light Card & Insurance
✨ Up to £400 in "love to shop" vouchers with referrals
✨ Employee Assistance Programme (mental health, physio & more)
✨ Real opportunities to progress
✨ Monthly & annual recognition awards

We don’t just appreciate you—we reward you.

👀 Who We’re Looking For

✔️ A caring, people‑first attitude
✔️ Ideally experience in care, a Level 2/3 qualification, or experience supporting a loved one
✔️ Two references (covering the last 3 years)
✔️ Enhanced DBS (we pay!)

If you’ve got heart, dedication, and the drive to help others—you’re already halfway there.

💬 Real Talk: YOU Are the Difference

Every smile.
Every step forward.
Every moment of “I can do this.”
That’s you.

If you’re ready to help people rebuild their lives—while building an amazing future for yourself…