Priority Candidates will be considered in the first instance
Hardybutts Mental Health Service
Scholes
Wigan
WN1 3SG
Salary: Grade 4, £20,742 - £21,749 per annum. £13.26 - £13.90 per hour
30 hours per week (plus weekly sleep in duty)
We're on a journey to build a workforce reflective of our Borough.
We are committed to fostering diverse teams where everybody can bring their authentic selves to work and feel that they belong. If you want to work for a Council where everybody is encouraged to meet their full potential and make a difference in our neighbourhoods, we would love to hear from you!
Your role:
Join our dedicated team at Hardybutts, where we empower individuals with mental health needs to lead independent and fulfilling lives. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in delivering recovery-focused and enablement-based support, helping tenants build essential life skills and thrive within their communities.
Main Duties:
* Provide personalised support plans that encourage recovery, boost confidence, and nurture self-esteem.
* Support tenants in developing practical daily living skills and promoting overall wellbeing.
* Collaborate effectively with health and social care professionals to ensure holistic support.
* Encourage community engagement and help tenants build meaningful local connections.
* Champion independence and personal development through enablement-led approaches.
About you:
Our Approach: Progress Through Unity
We take pride in our distinctive culture and shared commitment to improving life across the borough. Our efforts are shaped by six guiding principles:
1. Recognise the individual Honour each person’s uniqueness and potential.
2. Listen with empathy Truly understand by listening actively and compassionately.
3. Value our place Appreciate the local context and the identity of our communities.
4. Act with integrity Make decisions rooted in compassion and ethical responsibility.
5. Strengthen community ties Foster meaningful connections within neighbourhoods.
6. Celebrate together Show pride in our achievements and nurture a sense of belonging.
About us:
Wigan Council has been voted ‘Overall Council of the Year’ at the APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) Awards. We are signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment ensuring that your service will be continuous or 'unbroken' between the supporting organisations.
The Progress with Unity plan is a place movement for change for the next decade, bringing a new era for Wigan Borough. It draws on the strengths of our individual organisations, recognising that together we can achieve much more for our communities by delivering on our 2 place missions; create fair opportunities for all children, families, residents and businesses and make our towns and neighbourhoods flourish for those who live and work in them.
We are a kind and compassionate team within a supportive council, dedicated to helping people live their best lives. As part of our commitment to excellence, we offer a comprehensive induction and ongoing training to ensure you’re fully equipped to meet our high standards and service needs.
You’ll be welcomed into a friendly and inclusive environment, with full support and guidance every step of the way. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you.
Here at Wigan, we are proud to support flexible working patterns, when the service can accommodate this. We also take a blended approach to where we work, depending on the work we do. This may include working from home, the office, or the community. We like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits click here to find out more about working for #TeamWigan.
To be appointed to this role you must be able to prove your right to work in the UK. Please visit the link below to check you qualify to apply. Please note, at present we are not a licenced sponsor. Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
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For further information, please contact For an information discussion or to arrange a visit please contact the leadership team at Hardybutts 01942 705202
Interview dates: 6th and 7th November 2025
This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus adult barred list check
The employer is committed to safeguarding
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