Orchard Care Homes
Support Worker
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Brief Description
Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care
Support Worker - Mental Health
Location: Paisley Lodge Care Home - Hopton Mews, Armley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS12 3UA
Salary: £14.02 - £14.85 per hour
Schedule/Hours: 33 hours per week, nights (3 nights per week)
Exciting times at Paisley Lodge! We're thrilled to be expanding our team with a brand-new opportunity for a Support Worker (Mental Health) to be part of our specialist mental health community. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional person-led care, and making a difference to the lives of the people you support, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of residents with complex and enduring mental health needs.
Pay Rates
- NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care: £13.52 /hour
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care: £14.35/hour
Are you passionate about supporting individuals with mental health needs to live empowered, fulfilling lives? If you hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care and have at least 6 months’ experience in a mental health care setting, we’d love to hear from you.
We are committed to creating safe, supportive environments where people living with mental health conditions are respected, understood, and encouraged to thrive. As a Specialist Support Worker, you’ll be at the heart of this mission—helping individuals build confidence, maintain independence, and reconnect with their community.
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What You'll Be Doing
- Building meaningful relationships with residents and their families
- Supporting therapeutic, leisure, and daily living activities that promote wellbeing
- Providing personal care with empathy and sensitivity
- Receiving expert training to enhance your skills and confidence in mental health support
- Collaborating with a passionate, multidisciplinary team
Everything You’ll Love
- Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
- Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
- Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference” award and Long Service Awards
- Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
- Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
- Fully funded DBS check
About Orchard Care Homes
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Just a mile west of the centre of Leeds, Paisley Lodge is located in the bustling local community of Armley and has been designed to support residents with Mental Health. Paisley Lodge has been rated 'GOOD' by CQC on their recent inspection.
Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.
We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.
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If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.
We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
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