Mental Health Support Worker Worksop

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in peoples lives through social care
Were looking for a compassionate motivated and reliable Support Worker to join our team at Watson Road a supported living service for adults with enduring mental health needs.

This is a maternity cover role until May 2026 offering a rewarding opportunity to support individuals in regaining the skills and confidence to live independently.

This role is all about empowering individuals with mental health conditions and learning disabilities to live independently make informed choices and enjoy fulfilling lives. We use a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach to support each persons journey.

Whether youre experienced in social care or looking to start your journey in the sector we offer the training and support to help you thrive.

About the Service

Located in Worksop Watson Road is a large family-style house with four fully furnished en-suite bedrooms a communal lounge kitchen and garden. The service supports adults aged 18 with mental health diagnoses helping them build life skills manage tenancies and move on to more independent living. Support is tailored to each individual with a focus on empowerment recovery and wellbeing.

This is a 24-hour service operating 7 days a week. Shifts include:

• 7:00am 2:30pm
• 2:30pm 10:00pm
• 10:00pm 7:00am (waking nights)

Weekend availability is essential. Watson Road is located in Worksop town centre and access to a car or reliable transport is strongly recommended to ensure you can attend shifts on time.

What Youll Do

As a Support Worker youll play a key role in helping individuals grow and succeed. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing face-to-face support tailored to each persons needs
• Supporting service users with tenancy management and home care
• Promoting daily living skills budgeting and wellbeing
• Writing and reviewing risk assessments following safeguarding procedures legislation and health & safety standards
• Building strong relationships with families social workers and other professionals
• Administering medication and coordinating shifts on a rota basis
• Maintaining accurate records using IT systems (basic IT skills required)

Who Were Looking For

Were seeking someone who:

• Prefers shift work over a standard 95 schedule
• Is organised proactive and supportive
• Is resilient and creative in promoting positive change
• Understands the needs of vulnerable adults and complex behaviours
• Communicates effectively with professionals and agencies
• Shares our CLEAR values: Caring Learning Enthusiastic Accountable Resilient

Why Work With Us

Did you know NCHA was officially ranked as one of the UKs best places to work
In 2024 we were recognised by Great Place to Work UK and named one of the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing and Best Workplaces for Women.

This year we were officially rankedas such byGreat Place to Work UK as well as being classed as one of the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing and the Best Workplaces for Women of 2024. Take a look at ourworking lifebenefits andvalues to see why 77% of our colleagues say it is a great place to work.

We offer excellent benefits including:

• 37-hour working week as standard
• Generous annual leave package with the ability to buy or sell leave
• A fabulous wellbeing package including a healthcare cash plan counselling helpline travel support shopping discounts and more

Ready to Apply

All correspondence will be via your registered email address.
Please attach your CV when applying.

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient interest. Early applications are encouraged.

As an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer NCHA welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates including those from Black Asian and minority ethnic groups and disabled candidates. As part of our LGBT Allies Programme we also welcome applications from members of the LGBT community and encourage inclusivity in the workplace. Male Support Workers are currently under-represented within our Care and Support department we particularly welcome suitable applications.

INDLOW

Were Nottingham Community Housing Association known to many as NCHA. Weve been around since 1973 and were really proud of that. Were more than just a housing association: we deliver care and support to people all over the East Midlands. Readour storyto find out more about us.