Make Every Day Count – Join Northern Healthcare as a Mental Health Support Worker Good News – We've Increased Our Pay! We are looking for someone who can predominately work nights but can also cover days when required.

At Northern

Healthcare, our starting rate of pay at Holland House, Preston is now £12.91 per hour.

What You Can

Expect £12.91 per hour

Above the National Living Wage

Comprehensive training and development A supportive team environment

Excellent employee benefits If you're looking for a rewarding role where your work makes a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.

About The Role As a Mental Health Support Worker, you'll support adults living with mental health needs to develop independence, achieve their personal goals and live fulfilling lives. No two days are the same. You'll work alongside residents, offering practical and emotional support while encouraging choice, confidence and independence.

Your Responsibilities You May Support People With Preparing meals and developing cooking skills

Managing medication and attending appointments

Budgeting and maintaining their home

Accessing the local community

Developing hobbies, interests and life skills

Providing emotional support and encouragement

Working towards individual recovery goals Every interaction has the opportunity to make a positive difference. Full Training and Ongoing Support Whether you're new to care or already have experience, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed. You'll Receive A structured induction programme A workplace buddy to support you

Access to our online learning platform The Care Certificate

First Aid training

Positive Behaviour Support training

Opportunities to achieve Level 2–5 Health & Social Care qualifications

Leadership and management development opportunities Career Development We encourage career progression and support colleagues to develop in a way that suits their goals.

Opportunities Include Team





Leader

Deputy Service Manager

Service Manager

Specialist Support Worker Champion roles

Leadership and mentoring opportunities If you prefer to remain in your current role, we'll continue to support your professional development.

Benefits We value the contribution every colleague makes and offer a range of benefits, including: Free in office parking at most services

Free Enhanced DBS check

Blue Light Card and Blue Light Insurance discounts

Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £400 in Love2shop vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling, physiotherapy and wellbeing support

Ongoing learning and career development

Monthly and annual recognition awards About You We're looking for people who are: Kind, respectful and reliable

Committed to supporting others

Good communicators

Willing to learn and develop Experience in health and social care is welcome but not essential.

We Would Also Welcome Applications From

People Who Have A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care

Experience supporting a family member, friend or loved one

Experience working with people who have mental health needs or other complex needs Successful Applicants Will Need Two satisfactory references covering the previous three years (including any roles supporting vulnerable adults) and a character reference An Enhanced DBS check (funded by Northern Healthcare) Our Commitment to Inclusion Northern Healthcare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including disabled people and neurodivergent individuals. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or once you join us, we'll work with you to provide the support you need.

Apply Today

If you're looking for a career where you can make a positive impact while continuing to learn and develop, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Northern

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