We have an opportunity for a peer support worker to join the organisation on a permanentbasis. Reporting to the project manager,the peer support worker will be responsible for supporting members of the public, empowering them to maintain and/or improve their wellbeing through the offer of peer support sessions. This will involve holding and managing a caseload, liaising with other professionals, and contributing to the multi-disciplinary approach of the Living Well concept.
What you will bring to TOG Mind:
To be considered for this role, we are looking forindividuals who have experience supporting members of the public and working in partnership with other professionals. The successful candidate will have experience of risk management, an understanding of safeguarding, and a willingness to undertake any training or qualifications relevant to the role. This role is dependent on mutuality and empowerment, so Lived experience of mental health, either directly or indirectly is essential, with the successful candidate able to manage their own wellbeing and resilience a key aspect of this role.
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification for further details – these can be accessed from our website atwww.togmind.org/vacancies
Key information
* Employer: Tameside, Oldham and Glossop Mind
* Locations: Oldham
* Role Type: Permanent
* Working Hours: Part-Time
To apply for this role:
To be considered for the role, you must send a CV and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria listed on the Job Description and Person Specification, toapplications@togmind.org
Please clearly state on your email the job title and reference number.
*We are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to offering opportunities to candidates with disabilities. We encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and guarantee an interview to people who meet the essential criteria for the role and have a disability as defined under the Equality Act 2010. Please state in your cover letter if you have a disability and let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.
*Please note successful candidates will be required to complete a self-disclosure form and there is a requirement to complete a DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service) upon being given a conditional offer. The type of DBS requested will be dependent on the nature of the role you are applying for
* Please note due to volume of applications we receive; we are unable to provide individual feedback at shortlisting stage.
More about this role
* Closing Date: Tuesday 26th August 2025 at 12:00pm
* Closing Time: 24.00
* Anticipated Interview Date: Friday, September 5, 2025 - 13:00
* Employee Benefits: Pension schemeSick payEnhanced maternity payEnhanced paternity payGym membership
* Flexible Working Options: Part time
* Working Pattern Details: Working pattern is Monday-Friday office hours.
* Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes
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