Support Worker – Hartwell, Belle Vue Road & Outreach (Full Time)
Leeds | £12.21 per hour | 37.5 hrs/week (Rota includes days, nights, weekends)
Closing Date: 12 June 2025 at 23:59
Job Description
As this service operates 24/7, flexibility is essential. You must be able to work varied shifts, including day/evening shifts, waking nights, long days, alternate weekends, and bank holidays.
St Anne’s Community Services is seeking dedicated Mental Health Support Workers to join our 24-hour supported living services at Hartwell Road, Belle Vue Road, and Outreach in Leeds.
Duties
- Adaptable, caring, confident, and well-organised.
- Experience in a care environment is desirable.
- Team player in a fast-paced setting.
- Flexibility to cover shifts and work across local services.
- Communicate confidently with professionals and external services.
- Calmly manage and report safeguarding or incident concerns.
Benefits
- 20–25 days rising holiday plus bank holidays
- 24-Hour Employee Assistance Programme
- Ongoing training & career development
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Refer-a-Friend rewards
- Flexible working after probation (where applicable)
- Group Pension Scheme
- Discounted Income Protection
- Free life assurance
- Free parking at most services
Responsibilities
- Crisis response to incidents like self-harm or substance misuse
- Teach coping skills (mindfulness, problem-solving)
- Promote mental wellness (stress, sleep, exercise)
Life Skills & Practical Support
- Help with daily tasks: cooking, hygiene, cleaning
- Assist with budgeting & financial management
- Support medication and health appointments
- Facilitate community engagement & activities
Person-Centred Care
- Create and follow individualised support plans
- Promote independence, respect and dignity
- Work collaboratively with families and professionals
Record Keeping & Communication
- Maintain accurate records of support and incidents
- Write clear, concise daily notes
- Use digital tools (e.g. Nourish, Civica, Teams, Outlook) after training
Person Specification
Essential:
- Willing to work towards or already hold the Care Certificate
Desirable:
- Previous care experience (formal or informal)
Additional Qualities:
- Understand safeguarding and support safe environments
- Able to do light domestic work (cooking, cleaning, laundry)
- Ready to undergo further training in care
- Strong team player and communicator
Job Reference: B0399-7116004
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Site: Hartwell Road, Leeds
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Application process
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