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Peer Support Worker - Apprenticeship Opportunity
The closing date is 16 October 2025
Rotherham Early Intervention Team is looking to recruit a peer support worker with lived experience. We work with people who experience a first episode of psychosis or are at risk of developing psychosis.
We are a community mental health team who offers care and treatment in the community.
If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role].
As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.
Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.
Main duties of the job
To carry out the role through a lived experience perspective working with patient's who have a first episode psychosis or are at risk of developing psychosis.
To provide support to service users with mental health needs in order to promote their recovery in the community.
To work directly with service users, on an individual and/or group basis,
To assist and support care coordinators and lead professionals to provide treatment and support
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job responsibilities
Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
****If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship****
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
* NVQ/QCF level 2 with demonstrable competences developed from experience in mental health services and a willingness to undertake appropriate training regarding the role
* NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship
* English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
Experience
* Lived Experience of SMI challenges and recovery
* Experience of working with people experiencing SMI
Knowledge
* Understanding of recovery principles and peer support values
* Knowledge of Early Intervention in Psychosis care and Treatment Pathways
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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