How-to-Become-a-Mental-Health-Support-Worker

Location: Spalding, Lincolnshire, UK
Type: Full-time (12-hour shifts, 48 hours per week)
Salary: £11.90 – £12.40 per hour


About Accordia Care

Accordia Care is dedicated to providing exceptional, person-centered support to adults with forensic mental health backgrounds, autism, challenging behavior, and learning disabilities. They specialize in delivering high-quality care to individuals in their homes, helping them integrate meaningfully into their communities.


Job Details

Benefits:

  • On-site parking
  • Paid training and fully paid DBS check
  • NVQ enrollment and career progression opportunities
  • 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
  • PMVA training and clinical support team engagement
  • Sponsorship for Tier 2 visa (local candidates preferred)

Requirements:

  • Experience with mental health, autism, challenging behaviors, and learning disabilities
  • Confidence in using restraint or willingness to train
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Enthusiastic, energetic, and creative in supporting individuals
  • Willingness to engage in physical activities (biking, fishing, etc.)
  • Must work shifts as required by the service
  • Strong values and commitment to personal development
  • Preferred: NVQ qualification, Care Certificate, knowledge of diabetes, driving license, proximity to Spalding

Salary Details

Starting rate is £11.90 per hour, with overtime at £12.40 per hour.


About the Role

As a Mental Health Support Worker, the candidate will deliver person-centered care to individuals in their homes, helping them achieve greater independence and community involvement. The role includes creating care plans, assisting with risk management, and providing emotional and physical support tailored to each person’s unique needs. (Primary Keyword: Mental Health Support Worker)


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health needs, and challenging behavior
  • Develop care plans and manage risk
  • Work as part of a passionate and supportive team
  • Engage in physical activities with individuals
  • Ensure emotional and physical safety
  • Follow legal frameworks governing social care

Accordia Care is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within its team.


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