Are you passionate about making a positive difference in peoples lives through social care? We’re looking for a compassionate, motivated and reliable Support Worker to join our team at Watson Road – a supported living service for adults with enduring mental health needs.
This is a maternity cover role until May 2026, offering a rewarding opportunity to support individuals in regaining the skills and confidence to live independently.
This role is all about empowering individuals with mental health conditions and learning disabilities to live independently, make informed choices, and enjoy fulfilling lives. We use a trauma‑informed and strengths‑based approach to support each person’s journey.
Whether you’re experienced in social care or looking to start your journey in the sector, we offer the training and support to help you thrive.
About the Service
Located in Worksop, Watson Road is a large family‑style house with four fully furnished en‑suite bedrooms, a communal lounge, kitchen and garden. The service supports adults aged 18+ with mental health diagnoses, helping them build life skills, manage tenancies, and move on to more independent living. Support is tailored to each individual with a focus on empowerment, recovery and wellbeing.
This is a 24‑hour service operating 7 days a week.
Shift Hours
* 7:00 am – 2:30 pm
* 2:30 pm – 10:00 pm
* 10:00 pm – 7:00 am (waking nights)
Weekend availability is essential. Watson Road is located in the Worksop town centre; access to a car or reliable transport is strongly recommended to ensure you can attend shifts on time.
What You’ll Do
* Provide face‑to‑face support tailored to each person’s needs
* Support service users with tenancy management and home care
* Promote daily living skills, budgeting and wellbeing
* Write and review risk assessments following safeguarding procedures, legislation and health & safety standards
* Build strong relationships with families, social workers and other professionals
* Administer medication and coordinate shifts on a rota basis
* Maintain accurate records using IT systems (basic IT skills required)
Who We’re Looking For
* Prefers shift work over a standard 9-to‑5 schedule
* Is organised, proactive and supportive
* Is resilient and creative in promoting positive change
* Understands the needs of vulnerable adults and complex behaviours
* Communicates effectively with professionals and agencies
* Shares our CLEAR values: Caring, Learning, Enthusiastic, Accountable, Resilient
Why Work With Us
NCHA was officially ranked as one of the UK’s best places to work in 2024, recognised by Great Place to Work UK and named one of the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing and Best Workplaces for Women.
Our culture is built around a vibrant work environment, comprehensive benefits and a commitment to wellbeing.
Benefits
* 37‑hour working week as standard
* Generous annual leave package with the ability to buy or sell leave
* A fabulous wellbeing package including a healthcare cash plan, counselling helpline, travel support, shopping discounts and more
* Free DBS checks
* Free healthcare cash plan
* Company social events
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave and pay
* Free training and development
* Access to cycle‑to‑work and discounted bus pass schemes
* 250 referral bonus
* Free pension
Apply Now
All correspondence will be via your registered email address.
Please attach your CV when applying.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient interest; early applications are encouraged.
Equal Opportunities
As an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer, NCHA welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and disabled candidates. Under the LGBT Allies Programme, we also welcome applications from members of the LGBT community. Male Support Workers are currently under‑represented within our Care and Support department, and we particularly welcome suitable applications.
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