34 Mental Health Support Worker jobs in Thetford

About the Company

Rota Support LTD specialises in the supply of permanent and temporary Care, Nursing & Support staff into the private healthcare sector, including care homes for the elderly, nursing homes, learning disability and mental health homes and supported living services, as well as private hospitals.

About the Role

We are looking to recruit Support Workers based across Suffolk in areas such as Felixstowe, Ipswich, Saxmundham and Woodbridgethat are looking for ad-hoc, flexible shifts. These shifts can accumulate into either full time hours or part time hours, but will be offered on a 0 hours contract. The role will include working at different residential homes, respite and supported living services, for both adults with learning disabilities or mental health,covering gaps in our clients rotas due to annual leave, maternity leave, sickness and vacancies. These shifts may arise at short notice due to last minute emergencies, whilst also being booked weeks in advance, depending on the clients needs.

Everyday tasks will consist of the following, but not be limited to;

• Helping with meal preparation
• Household chores
• Administering medication
• Help with managing finances
• Accessing community facilities, going shopping and meeting friends
• Providing general emotional support.

About the Person

A suitable candidate for this position will be somebody that has a minimum of 4 months experience in a residential setting, which supports adults with various types of mental health conditions. Somebody that has a good understanding of spoken and written English. Somebody that is compassionate, patient and enjoys helping others.

This position is subject to a enhanced DBS check and providing evidence of right to work in the UK.

About the Company

Rota Support LTD specialises in the supply of permanent and temporary Care, Nursing & Support staff into the private healthcare sector, including care homes for the elderly, nursing homes, learning disability and mental health homes and supported living services, as well as private hospitals.

About the Role

We are looking to recruit Support Workers based across Suffolk in areas such as Felixstowe, Ipswich, Saxmundham and Woodbridgethat are looking for ad-hoc, flexible shifts. These shifts can accumulate into either full time hours or part time hours, but will be offered on a 0 hours contract. The role will include working at different residential homes, respite and supported living services, for both adults with learning disabilities or mental health,covering gaps in our clients rotas due to annual leave, maternity leave, sickness and vacancies. These shifts may arise at short notice due to last minute emergencies, whilst also being booked weeks in advance, depending on the clients needs.

Everyday tasks will consist of the following, but not be limited to;

• Helping with meal preparation
• Household chores
• Administering medication
• Help with managing finances
• Accessing community facilities, going shopping and meeting friends
• Providing general emotional support.

About the Person

A suitable candidate for this position will be somebody that has a minimum of 4 months experience in a residential setting, which supports adults with various types of mental health conditions. Somebody that has a good understanding of spoken and written English. Somebody that is compassionate, patient and enjoys helping others.

This position is subject to a enhanced DBS check and providing evidence of right to work in the UK.

Support Worker

Join Nurseplus as a Support Worker – Make a Difference Every Day

At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Support Worker , you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts.

Why Choose Nurseplus?

• Flexibility that Works for You : Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life.
• Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates : Earn between £12.21 and £17.00 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work.
• Workwise App : Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app – manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms.
• Paid Industry-Leading Training : We pay for you to attend our mandatory, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills.
• Ongoing Development Opportunities : From in-house courses to funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3, we support your professional growth at every stage.
• Blue Light Card : Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Support Worker may include assisting service users with personal care, safe lifting and moving, administering medication, meal preparation, and providing general companionship. You’ll work closely with care plans to ensure individuals maintain independence and dignity, providing the physical and emotional support that they might need to achieve their goals.

What We’re Looking For

• You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• Flexibility in your availability, with the ability to travel to different care settings.
• A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration.

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you!

About Nurseplus

At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering the highest-quality care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we support. But our commitment doesn’t stop there – we care just as much for our staff as we do for our clients. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve.

East of England, Suffolk, Bury St Edmunds

Temporary, Part-Time hours

Health, Medical and related

£12.21 - £17.50 Per hour

1. Providing practical and emotional support to individuals in need.

2. Assisting with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and toileting.

3. Supporting individuals with daily activities and encouraging their independence.

4. Monitoring and recording individual progress and any changes in behaviour or health.

5. Collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure the well-being of individuals.

- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.

- Previous experience in a similar role.

- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures.

- Minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths.

- Experience working with vulnerable individuals.

- Knowledge and understanding of mental health issues.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

- Strong problem-solving skills.

- Empathy and compassion towards others.

- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care.

- First Aid certification

- Driver Preferred 

- Part-Time hours, including evenings and weekends.

- Interaction with individuals with challenging behaviours.

- Potential exposure to bodily fluids.

- Adherence to strict health and safety guidelines.

We are looking to recruit staff as Support workers who are passionate about providing top-to work with children and young people in a residential setting. The positions are based in our modern, establishment within Suffolk area.

Location: Suffolk
Details of the Role:

Contract Type: Temporary; with options for full-time or part-time engagements.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide professional health care to residents.
Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to enhance quality of life for residents.
Maintain high standards of clinical documentation.

Training Requirements:

Must have Level 3 Dip.in Children and Young Peoples Workforce / Level 3 Dip. in Residential Childcare ; Training in Team Teach.

All mandatory training 

Essential: All candidates should have 6 month of work experience within the health care sector in the UK.

NeuroSupport services  are currently recruiting Support Workers and Healthcare Assistants  with a background of Brain Injury and Mental health experience to support services users with an acquired Brain Injury. Our service aims to support rehabilitation and in enabling people to optimise independence and quality of life.

We are looking for psychology graduates,support Workers and Healthcare Assistants  or suitable candidates  who would be willing to support people both within their home environment and also willing to provide support in helping service users access the community. We are looking for candidates that are confident with working independently and providing empirical feedback where necessary.

THIS IS A UK BASED POSTION

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE ,IT IS MANDATORY THAT:

• YOU HAVE UK WORK EXPERIENCE IN A SIMILAR ROLE
li>YOUR CV CLEARLY SHOWS YOUR RELEVENT EXPERIENCE WHICH RELATES TO THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.
• EXPERIENCE IN BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT
• A FULL CLEAN UK DRIVERS LICENCE AND ACCESS TO A CAR YOU CAN USE FOR WORK

Job Title:  MALE Support Worker
Location:  Manea, Cambridgeshire PE15
Hourly Rate:  £12.50-£14 per hour depending on experience.
Driver Essential?  Yes
Essential:: This role is open to *Male* applicants only between the ages of 20-35 years old ,MUST have experience and understanding of visual impairment, brain injury & children’s epilepsy.
Start Date:  ASAP
Days & Hours:  

Saturday: 12:00pm - 18:00pm
Tuesday: 16:00pm - 19:00pm

Thursday: 16:00pm - 19:00pm

12 hours per week with a view to increase overtime.

*Week days shifts are flexible regarding as to which days support is required- to be disccused and agreed upon at the Meet & Greet stage between the Support worker and Client*

About you-Essential Experience:

MALE PA/Support Worker between the age of 20-35 years old, with experience and understanding of visual impairment, brain injury & children’s epilepsy, to be able to notice the signs of seizures, and if required, have the relevant experience or training to be able to administer buccal midazolam. 

About our client:

The client suffered Hypoglycaemia at birth which resulted in brain injury, developmental delay, slow processor, visual impairment and Epilepsy. 

Required activities :

• To take client out on ocial activities such as mini golf,clip and climb, bowling, pizza and walks.
< i>A keen interest in gaming is an advantage li>Help with homework as and when required

Successful Candidates will: 

< i>Have access to full Training - including Brain Injury Awareness Training  li>CPD opportunities  li>Will be subject to Full Enhanced DBS
• Competitive Hourly Rate 
li>Gain Experience working with an MDT 

Successful candidate attributes:

Abilities, Skills & Behaviours

< i>A genuine desire to make a positive difference to the lives of others with the ability to promote well-being through positive attitude and work practices
• The ability to work on your own initiative and be a well-integrated team member.
• Willingness to participate in continuing professional development
• Flexible and positive approach to work patterns/schedules and business needs
• Excellent punctuality, reliability and a strong desire to accomplish goals and objectives
li>Caring, friendly and empathetic approach to clients with the ability to build professional relationships li>Ability to remain calm and collective in a difficult and pressurised situation
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to demonstrate good organisational and time management skills
• Have basic computer skills (Word, Outlook & Excel)

li>Have at least six months experience of working in a support worker role or similar, in the past three years.
• Must have a Full UK Driving License and access to your own car
• Have Experience in the field of Psychology 
li>Willing to become self-employed  

Benefits of working for NeuroSupport Services:

Full enhanced DBS

Liability Insurance

Yearly Mandatory Training

Food/Drink shift Allowance

Partial Mileage and Travel time covered 

Flexible working to meet your own requirements

We offer flexible work patterns - full time, part time, ad-hoc and a variety of shifts with our clients to suit any life style!

Support Worker

Location: Sudbury, East Anglia

Hours:10 hours a week

Pay: £14.50 per hour

About HomeCareDirect

HomeCareDirect is a national service provider and a leader in personalised home care. We are committed to delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care, while supporting our staff with top-quality training, supervision and development opportunities.

Benefits of being a Personal Care Ass.

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HomeCareDirect is a leading national provider of personalised home care. We are dedicated to delivering safe, compassionate, and person-centred care while ensuring our staff receive high-quality training, supervision, and career development opportunities.

Why Join Us?

As a valued member of our team, youll enjoy:

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced bank holiday pay
• Paid training

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An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Support Worker to work in an exceptional care home based in the Thetford, Norfolk area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This is a purpose built care home designed for older people requiring general or dementia residential and nursing care

**To be considered for this position you must have an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care**

As the Support Worker your key duties include:

• Be an essential part of the team, promoting the well-being and providing the highest quality of care to residents
• Assist with daily tasks, inclusive of all personal care assistance from supporting with personal hygiene, through to days out and companionship
• Encourage independence, well-being and supporting vulnerable individuals with their daily routines and activities

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Have a genuine desire to care for others
• A good team player
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to show a can-do attitude always

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £12.60 per hour and the annual salary is £23,587.20 per annum. We currently have permanent vacancies for both days and night shifts available. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards)
• Uniform provided
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

Reference ID: 4554

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV