Suffolk Mind’s mission is to make Suffolk the best place in the world for talking about and taking care of mental health. To support this, we are looking to recruit a full-time Support Worker.
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Suffolk Mind is a registered charity promoting mental health and well-being services throughout Suffolk and Sawston, Cambridgeshire.
Join our dedicated team of Support Workers who make a real difference by supporting the mental health and wellbeing of our tenants in supported housing at The Green Road in Sawston.
We seek an open-minded, person-centred individual capable of providing high levels of one-to-one support with daily living activities such as cooking, shopping, budgeting, and emotional support.
Entry requirements
* Experience in supported housing OR willingness to learn
* Awareness of welfare rights and benefits
* Encouraging individuals to participate in all aspects of the service and undertake daily tasks
* Ability to provide personal and emotional assistance during recovery from mental health issues
* Basic IT and administrative skills
If you lack some skills and experience, we may consider a trainee role (please indicate on the application form).
A trainee would undertake training and receive a salary of £23,492.04 per year. Sleep-in shifts are available once confirmed into the role as a Support Worker.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service (pro-rata for part-time)
* Option to buy and sell annual leave
* Birthday day off
* Health and dental insurance plans
* Length of service awards from 5 years
* Refer a friend scheme
* Blue Light Card discounts at numerous retailers
* Internal wellbeing courses, training opportunities, and ongoing support
If you want to use your skills in a meaningful career that makes a difference, join us to help make Suffolk the best place for mental health support.
How to apply
Visit our website, select ‘Get Involved’ then ‘Job Vacancies’ to complete a Suffolk Mind Application form for the full job description and application process.
*Please submit your application promptly, as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Interviews may be scheduled before the closing date.
Closing Date
The deadline for applications is 10/07/2025.
The salary is £25,375.00 per annum, with additional earnings of up to £65 per sleep-in shift.
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