Job Description
Senior Mental Health Support Worker (Days)
Location: Leeds
Hours: 39.37/week | Shifts: 7:30am - 8:00pm (2-week rolling rota)
Salary: £28,354.27/year (£13.85/hr) + overtime (£15.35/hr) + £35/week on-call
Shift pattern:
1. Week 1: Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun
2. Week 2: Wed, Thu, Fri
Brand-new residential service supporting men with enduring mental health needs. As a Senior Support Worker, you'll deliver person-centred care while mentoring staff and ensuring residents feel safe, supported, and empowered.
What You'll Do
3. Lead and support Recovery Support Workers
4. Deliver high-quality, person-centred care
5. Administer medication and maintain accurate records
6. Act as shift lead in the absence of management
7. Mentor new staff and contribute to team development
8. Promote recovery-focused activities and independence
What We're Looking For
9. Experience in mental health support
10. Knowledge of care plans and risk assessments
11. Strong leadership and communication skills
12. Passion for recovery and inclusion
Why Work With Us
13. Extra paid day off for your birthday
14. Enhanced annual leave (extra days at 2 & 5 years)
15. Health Cash Plan (GP, dental, optical, counselling)
16. £500 refer-a-friend bonus
17. Career development through "Your Pathway, Your Future"
18. Blue Light Card, free lunch, DBS, and on-site parking
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