Location
London

Hours
40 hours per week (includes nights, weekends, and evening shifts on a rota basis)

Salary
£14 Per Hour

About the Role
Join Our Multi-Award-Winning Team! We are seeking a Mental Health Support Worker to work on a fixed term contract for one year to join our dedicated Residential Care team. This vital role is key to ensuring our residents lead meaningful lives and feel connected to their community. As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will deliver exceptional care and support to residents within our Mental Health Care Homes. This includes assisting with personal care, administering medication, and supporting residents in daily activities that promote choice, independence, and dignity.

Shift Pattern (Weekly Rota)
2 x Morning Shifts: 8am – 4pm
1 x Long Day Shift: 8am – 10pm
1 x Night Shift: 10pm – 8am

What You'll Be Doing
In this rewarding role, you will:
Provide personal care, assist with meals, and administer medication.
Support residents in their daily routines to promote independence and wellbeing.
Offer companionship and emotional support to residents.
Assist in organising and participating in recreational activities.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and other stakeholders to provide holistic support.

Experience
We are seeking individuals who are compassionate, patient, and dedicated to improving the lives of people with mental health needs. You will ideally have:
NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
Knowledge and understanding of mental health conditions.
Experience in supporting individuals with mental health challenges, ideally in a residential care setting.
Experience providing personal care, administering medication, and completing risk assessments.
The ability to engage and motivate individuals with complex needs.
Experience working in a multicultural and diverse environment.

About you
You are passionate about supporting people with mental health needs and want to be part of a caring and committed team.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are required beyond the experience mentioned above.