Mental Health Support Worker
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job description
Salary: From £9.62 to £12.58 an hour
Contract: Full time, permanent – 37.50 hours per week including alternate weekends.
We are looking for a passionate support worker, who will provide great care that allows our service users to feel safe, respected and valued. If you are someone who is able to make a difference in the lives of those suffering from complex mental health conditions, then why not consider joining us at Greenwood Cottage? You will join a friendly, highly skilled and enthusiastic management team that offers a comprehensive programme of care to our residents
About Greenwood
Greenwood Cottage has provided support for adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities, mental health conditions and complex needs for almost 30 years. We offer accommodation and 24-hour care for six individuals, all of whom are currently 50+ and require additional support. Our main focus is to provide care and support to our residents, allowing them to meet their full potential and live happy, fulfilled lives in a safe, caring and homely environment.
Essential skills/responsibilities:
- To work as a care assistant / healthcare assistant / support worker for patients as part of the care team at the hospital with the support of senior staff.
- To undertake aspects of care with or without direct supervision, including coordinating recreational groups, personal care, activities for patients and escorting duties.
- To ensure the safety and well-being of patients, and to always work in a manner that promotes dignity through the adoption of person-centred care principles.
What we offer:
- Up to 28 days annual leave including bank holidays pro rata
High street discounts via HCPA Academy
- Career progression
- Access to our ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme to earn up to £250
- Pizza evenings.
- In-house training and development.
- Employee assistance programme.
IND002
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £12.58 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £9.62-£12.58 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- St Albans, AL2 3HL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Support Environment: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: IND001
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Mental Health Support Worker roles across Nouvita's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £13 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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