Mental Health Support Worker – Young People
Bromborough, Wirral
Salary: £24,570 – £25,662 (depending on experience, pro rata for part‑time hours)
Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours per week OR Part Time 25 hours per week
Essential Requirements
* Flexibility – work shifts including weekends and bank holidays
* Attend training throughout employment, held on weekdays
* Good written skills – write basic reports and record information accurately
* Basic IT skills – some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, writing emails
* Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
* Maintain a professional working boundary
* Remain calm in emergencies, support others during difficult situations
Desirable Criteria
* NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care
* Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health need
* Full UK driving licence – manual not automatic
Company Benefits
* Minimum 30 days holiday
* +1 day off each year for your birthday
* Enhanced company sick pay
* Enhanced company pension
* Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
* Paid time off for fertility treatment
* Life Assurance (2× annual salary)
* Healthcare CashPlan with discounts on dental, optical and other treatments and benefits
* Employee Assistance Programme – 24‑hour counselling service
* Free eye tests and various other benefits
* Excellent learning and development opportunities (Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care and support with completion of the Care Certificate)
* Paid training, induction and DBS check
* Mindful & Disability Confident Employer
* Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter supporter
* Menopause Friendly Organisation
* Long service awards
* Social events including a Christmas party
* Blue Light Card for shopping discounts
* Refer a Friend Scheme (up to £500 per referral)
* Free onsite parking
Job Role
Your role will involve working with young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks and general life skills. You will also update online care records, complete medication administration and ensure the home environment is tidy and homely.
Previous care experience is not essential, and full training will be provided. Ongoing support and mentoring from the residential and clinical team will be provided.
Advert closes on Sunday 8 Feb 2026.
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