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Make Every Day Count – Be a Mental Health Support Hero at Northern Healthcare!
Good News! We're Paying More Than Ever. The National Minimum Wage has recently increased to £12.21 – but we're going even further. At Northern Healthcare, we’ve raised our starting wage to £13.00 per hour at our Glen Garth Service located in Barrow-in-Furness. Above the national rate. Enhanced overtime rates of £15.00 per hour. Great team, great benefits, and even better pay. Join a workplace that values your time and effort – and shows it in your pay packet.
Looking for a role where you matter as much as the people you support? At Northern Healthcare, we’re not just offering you a job—we’re inviting you to become part of something life-changing. As a Mental Health Support Worker, you’ll be a champion of independence, a cheerleader in recovery, and a vital connection for those navigating mental health challenges.
What You’ll Do – Everyday is Different
* Support Residents With Everyday Tasks Like Cooking and meal prep
* Medication and appointment support
* Budgeting and household management
* Exploring the local community
* Encouraging new hobbies and skills
* Providing emotional support during tough times
* You’ll be right there for the breakthroughs—big and small
We’ve Got Your Back from Day One
We don’t just throw you in—we welcome you with:
* A structured induction & buddy programme
* Virtual learning platform for ongoing support
* Full Training Including
* Care Certificate
* First Aid
* Behaviour Support
* NVQs in Health & Social Care (Levels 2–5)
* Leadership & business qualifications
Whether you’re brand new or bringing experience—we’ll help you grow.
Your Career, Your Way
Want To Lead a Team? Specialise In An Area You Love? Or Simply Be Amazing Right Where You Are. We've Got Routes For:
* Team Leader
* Deputy or Service Manager
* Support Worker Champion – become an expert in your field
Or stay in your lane and thrive—we support that too!
Perks & Benefits
* Free car parking (most sites)
* FREE enhanced DBS check
* Blue Light Card & Insurance – shop & save
* Refer-a-friend scheme that can earn you up to £400 in “love to shop” vouchers
* Employee Assistance Programme – mental health, physio & more
* Career progression & training support
* Monthly & annual staff recognition awards
What We’re Looking For
* A warm, people-first attitude
* Ideally, some experience in care or a Level 2/3 Health & Social Care qualification OR experience of caring for a loved one, family member or an individual with complex needs
* Two references covering the past 3 years (and any previous roles supporting vulnerable adults)
* An enhanced DBS check (we’ll cover the cost!)
Apply today and take your next step with Northern Healthcare! Together, we’ll make every day count.
Note: This description reflects the role and requirements as presented and preserves the essential information about responsibilities, qualifications, and opportunities.
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