About The Role
Location: Eltisley Manor
Hours: 40.25 hours
Requirements: Access to a car & valid driving licence
Salary: £12.60 to £14.04 p/h + Benefits
Join Our Care Team at Nouvita
We're looking for exceptional individuals to join our talented Care Team at Eltisley Manor. As a Mental Health Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting residents, working closely with senior staff, and helping to create a positive, therapeutic environment.
Benefits
We believe a happy workplace starts with you. That's why we offer:
Fully funded DBS
Blue Light Card (High street discounts with many major brands)
Annual Leave: 28 days including bank holidays (Pro Rata)
Access to our 'Refer a Friend' scheme – earn up to £1000
CQC-recognised training programme (including paid induction & up to 11 annual sessions)
Career progression - many of our managers started as support workers
Employer pension contribution
Birthday leave following one years employment
Be part of something meaningful. Start your journey with Nouvita today.
What You'll Do:
* Supporting the application of care plans and communicating effectively with senior team members.
* Assisting in the supervision of healthcare and support staff.
* Maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment for residents, relatives, and colleagues.
* Promoting a positive attitude toward mental health and rehabilitation.
* Carrying out light administration tasks using our easy-to-use systems (for care plans, hours, holidays, etc.).
Opportunities
Many of our senior team members began their careers as support workers and grew with us. Whether you're starting out in care or looking to develop further, Nouvita will give you the tools, training, and support you need to thrive.
Training & Development
No expensive or confusing certificates needed – we provide all the training you'll need:
* CQC-recognised in-house training with up to 11 classes annually.
* Paid e-learning and a 5-day induction programme.
Ongoing development tailored to your needs and the home's.
Essential Skills & Responsibilities
* Minimum 2 years' experience as a Support Worker, ideally with people with mental health conditions or learning disabilities.
* Ability to work as a Support Worker (sometimes known as Care Assistant) with the guidance of senior staff
* Willingness to undertake all aspects of care, with or without supervision – including hosting activity groups, providing personal care, completing observations, and escorting residents (e.g., hospital visits).
* Commitment to ensuring the safety, dignity, and well-being of service users at all times, through person-centred care
Be part of something meaningful. Start your journey with Nouvita today.
About Us
Eltisley Manor is our 37-bed registered psychiatric nursing care home located near to St-Neots town centre (Cambridgeshire). The building is divided into different specialist areas caring for men and women aged 18+ suffering from enduring mental health issues and for those people nearing the end of their rehabilitation towards independent living.
You will work as a valued member of our close knit, friendly and highly skilled team providing quality care within a caring, considerate environment
Nouvita Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to the Mindful Employer values and are a Disability Confident employer, providing support to applicants with mental and/or physical disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Nouvita Healthcare and are in need of support to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an email with your request to