Are you a dedicated and experienced Mental Health Support Worker looking for a rewarding role supporting young adults and children with mental health needs across the East Midlands? We are a leading care provider seeking compassionate, skilled professionals to deliver exceptional, person‑centred care to individuals with mental health conditions and challenging behaviours. In this vital health and social care role, you will support young adults and children with mental health needs to enhance their well‑being and independence. Your key duties will include:
* Providing direct care and emotional support to adults with a range of mental health conditions.
* Applying de‑escalation techniques to manage challenging situations calmly and safely.
* Supporting daily living activities, including meal preparation, routines, and community engagement.
* Maintaining accurate digital care plans, incident reports, and risk assessments.
* Collaborating effectively with families, healthcare professionals, and multi‑disciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure positive outcomes.
Eligibility and Experience
* Minimum of 12 months' experience supporting adults with mental health needs.
* Experience managing challenging behaviours and safeguarding vulnerable adults.
* Confidence using digital care systems for documentation and reporting.
* Excellent communication skills with a calm and empathetic approach.
* Current PMVA certificate.
* Eligibility to work in the UK (Right to Work documentation required).
* A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
* NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (Mental Health).
* Confidence in using digital care planning systems.
* Excellent communication skills and a calm, resilient and professional attitude.
Desired Criteria
* NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Adults or Children).
* Current First Aid training.
Marva is a forward‑thinking recruitment partner dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with organisations striving for excellence. Through strategic insight, meaningful investment in people and comprehensive support throughout the hiring journey, we enable sustainable growth for both individuals and businesses.
What We Offer
* A competitive salary.
* Rota 4 weeks in advance.
* Ongoing training and development, including specialist clinical refreshers.
* Supportive management and clear career progression opportunities.
* Access to your holiday pot at any time, release the funds when you need it most.
* 24/7 support, always somebody on hand to advise and help.
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