Northern Healthcare
Mental Health Support Worker - Kirk House, Carlisle
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Make Every Day Count – Become a Mental Health Support Worker at Northern Healthcare
Great News – We're Paying More Than Ever! 💷
At Northern Healthcare, we recognise the incredible work our colleagues do every day, which is why we're proud to offer:
- Kirk House, Carlisle
- £13.45 per hour starting rate
- Enhanced overtime rates
- Excellent benefits package
- Career progression opportunities
- Full training and development support
Because we believe great people deserve great pay.
Looking for a Career That Makes a Difference?
At Northern Healthcare, you'll do more than provide support—you'll help people rebuild confidence, gain independence, and achieve their personal goals.
As a Mental Health Support Worker, you'll become part of a dedicated team supporting individuals with mental health needs on their recovery journey, helping them lead fulfilling and meaningful lives.
What You'll Be Doing
No two days are ever the same.
You will support residents with:
- Developing daily living skills
- Cooking and meal preparation
- Managing appointments and medication
- Budgeting and household tasks
- Accessing education, employment, and community activities
- Building confidence and independence
- Emotional wellbeing and recovery support
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As our services continue to evolve to meet the needs of the people we support, there may also be occasions in the future where personal care support is required. Full training and guidance will always be provided where necessary.
Every day presents an opportunity to make a genuine difference to someone's life.
Full Training and Support from Day One
Whether you're experienced or completely new to care, we'll support you every step of the way.
You'll receive:
- Structured induction programme
- Dedicated buddy support
- Access to our online learning platform
- Care Certificate
- First Aid Training
- Behaviour Support Training
- Funded NVQ Qualifications (Levels 2–5)
- Leadership and Management Development
Build a Career That Works for You
We're passionate about helping our colleagues develop and grow.
Career pathways include:
- Team Leader
- Deputy Service Manager
- Service Manager
- Specialist Support Worker
- Champion Roles
Or, if you love supporting people directly, we'll support you to thrive in your role.
Benefits
- Free parking at most services
- Free Enhanced DBS check
- Blue Light Card and Blue Light Insurance discounts
- Refer-a-Friend Scheme – earn up to £400 in Love2Shop vouchers
- Employee Assistance Programme including wellbeing, counselling and physiotherapy support
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Monthly and annual recognition awards
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What We're Looking For
- A caring, positive and person-centred approach
- Experience in care, support work, mental health services, or a Level 2/3 Health & Social Care qualification is desirable
- Experience supporting a family member, friend or individual with additional needs is welcomed
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Two satisfactory references covering the last three years
- Ability to complete an Enhanced DBS check (paid for by us)
You Could Be the Difference
Every achievement, every breakthrough, and every step towards independence starts with the right support.
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely change lives while building a fulfilling career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and join Northern Healthcare.
💙 Together, we'll make every day count.
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