Support Worker | Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust

Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber NHS Foundation Trust; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) is seeking a Senior Support Worker to join the SMI pathway within the Specialist Forensic and Community Wellbeing Team in North Lincolnshire. You will deliver high-quality healthcare support under the direction of the Nursing Team and Allied Health Professionals in a primary care setting, focusing on physical observations and mental health support.

The role is part-time, contract-based and based in Scunthorpe.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health support within primary care settings.
• Ability to perform physical observations and health checks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality healthcare support under nursing supervision.
• Support SMI pathway and assist in bridging primary and secondary care.

Job description

Support Worker | Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust

Company:

Company: Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber NHS Foundation Trust

This role sits within the SMI pathway of the Specialist Forensic and Community Wellbeing Team and helps bridge the gap between primary and secondary mental health care by providing accessible, primary care-level mental health interventions for people in North Lincolnshire. The service is committed to strengthening links with Primary Care Networks, with colleagues already embedded in GP surgeries, and further development of this work is a key priority. Applicants should have the drive, skills and experience to support this continued growth. Main duties, This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, enthusiastic and organised mental health professional to join the team as a Senior Support Worker. The post involves delivering high-quality healthcare support under the direction of the Nursing Team and Allied Health Professionals within a primary care setting. The role will focus mainly on the SMI pathway, completing physical observations and physical health checks, while also supporting adults experiencing mental health difficulties. The postholder will work across pathways as needed and contribute to integrated, person-centred interventions in line with the primary care model.

It is a genuine occupation requirement that the successful applicant is a driver with access to their own vehicle in order to meet the needs of the service.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 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 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://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/

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

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

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

Visa sponsorship:Due to recent Home Office changes and the closure of the Immigration Salary List,the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this role (SOC 6131), except where the applicant meets the Home Office transitional arrangements for Skilled Workers in place before 22 July 2025.

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Salary: £26,299.62 - £27,476 per annum, pro rata

Hours: Part-time

Location: Scunthorpe, DN16 6SX

Job type: Contract

Posting date: 26 Oct 2026

Closing date: 25 Nov 2026

Summary

This role sits within the SMI pathway of the Specialist Forensic and Community Wellbeing Team and helps bridge the gap between primary and secondary mental health care by providing accessible, primary care-level mental health interventions for people in North Lincolnshire. The service is committed to strengthening links with Primary Care Networks, with colleagues already embedded in GP surgeries, and further development of this work is a key priority. Applicants should have the drive, skills and experience to support this continued growth. Main duties, This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, enthusiastic and organised mental health professional to join the team as a Senior Support Worker. The post involves delivering high-quality healthcare support under the direction of the Nursing Team and Allied Health Professionals within a primary care setting. The role will focus mainly on the SMI pathway, completing physical observations and physical health checks, while also supporting adults experiencing mental health difficulties. The postholder will work across pathways as needed and contribute to integrated, person-centred interventions in line with the primary care model.

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