Support Worker - Temp to Perm

Key Health; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A health support service in Manchester is looking for a Support Worker for their supported living service. The role involves supporting adults with mental health needs and promoting their independence. Candidates should have experience in mental health support and be available for flexible shifts. The position offers a temp-to-perm pathway, weekly pay, and a supportive team environment. If you are resilient and passionate about making a difference, apply now for an immediate interview.

Benefits

Long-term, stable placement

Weekly pay

Immediate starts

Ongoing development

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health support services.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviours.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with mental health needs.
• Promote independence and emotional wellbeing.
• Follow care plans and safeguarding requirements.

Skills

Mental health support

Supported living

Experience managing challenging behaviours

Flexible availability

Job description

Support Worker – Supported Living (Mental Health)

Location: Rawtenstall

Contract: Temp to Perm

Shifts: 08:00–20:00 Days / 20:00–08:00 Nights

About the Role

We are recruiting experienced Support Workers to join a supported living service in Rawtenstall, supporting adults with mental health needs, self-harm risks and challenging behaviours.

You’ll be working as part of a committed team providing high-quality, person-centred support that promotes safety, stability and positive outcomes.

What You Will Be Doing

Supporting individuals with mental health needs in a supported living environment

Promoting independence, emotional wellbeing and coping strategies

Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours appropriately

Providing practical and emotional support, and maintaining professional boundaries

Following care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding requirements

Working collaboratively with the wider care and clinical team

What We’re Looking For

Essential Experience

• Mental health support
• Supported living
• Experience with self-harm
• Experience managing challenging behaviours

Person Specification

• Flexible and available throughout the week
• Mainly day shifts (08:00–20:00), with opportunities for 1–2 night staff (20:00–08:00)
• Strong character with excellent boundary setting
• Reliable, resilient and calm under pressure
• Willing to complete a temp-to-perm agreement
• Driving licence preferred but not essential

Why Join Us?

• Long-term, stable placement
• Temp-to-perm pathway
• Weekly pay and immediate starts
• Supportive team and ongoing development

Apply Today

If you have the experience, resilience and passion to support adults with complex mental health needs, we want to hear from you.

Apply now for an immediate interview.