Prison Mental Health Support Worker Role with £3k Bonus in Full Sutton with Sponsorship, Apply Now

Location
Full Sutton, York

Type
Permanent, Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Salary (£)
£24,071 to £25,674 per annum

About Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
At Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, they don’t just provide care. They show up every day to make a real difference in the most overlooked corners of society. They’re leading mental health support in complex settings, including the newly developed HMP Millsike, a modern Category C men’s prison built to help individuals turn their lives around. With a strong culture of development, supportive team dynamics, and a focus on impactful work, they’re offering meaningful UK job opportunities that go well beyond a paycheck.

Job details

Benefits

• £3,000 welcome bonus – Paid in stages over the first two years
• Career development – Hands-on psychiatric training and skills framework
• Full induction support – Structured onboarding for mental health settings
• Varied experience – Opportunity to work across two prisons with unique challenges
• Secure employment – Permanent NHS contract in a high-demand sector

Requirements

• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or willingness to complete within 2 years
• Literacy and numeracy qualifications at Level 2 or equivalent
• Care Certificate or commitment to achieve it
• Compassionate, reliable, and calm under pressure
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team in a secure environment
• Understanding of person-centred care and risk management (can be developed in role)

Salary Details

This Band 3 position pays £24,071 to £25,674 annually, based on experience. The £3,000 welcome bonus is structured in three payments: £1,500 on joining, £750 after one year, and £750 after year two.

About the Role

This isn’t your typical healthcare job. As a Prison Mental Health Support Worker, you’ll be part of a new team delivering care inside HMP Millsike, a modern facility designed to rehabilitate and reskill over 1,500 men. You’ll also support a neighbouring high-security Category A prison, giving you a chance to experience an incredibly dynamic care setting.

Day to day, you’ll work closely with nurses, psychologists, and prison staff, contributing to care plans, supporting patient wellbeing, and keeping a watchful eye on those who need it most. With the prison just opening its doors, you’ll be laying the foundation for how mental health care is delivered in this space. If you’re looking for immediate start jobs UK where no two days look the same, this could be your lane.

Key Responsibilities

• Support patient dignity, safety, and privacy at all times
• Assist with implementing personalised care plans within secure settings
• Monitor mental and physical health changes and escalate concerns promptly
• Carry out basic clinical tasks such as ECGs, venepuncture, or drug testing if trained
• Complete documentation accurately to support team-wide care delivery
• Offer education and support to patients and carers around health and wellbeing
• Use safe breakaway techniques to manage aggression or distress
• Act as a patient advocate when needed, with sensitivity and professionalism

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications

Equal Opportunity Statement

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is an inclusive employer that encourages diversity and supports applicants from all backgrounds. Whether you’ve worked in prisons or not, what matters most is your dedication to person-first mental health care

Employer Details

• Company Name: Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: HMP Millsike, Moor Lane, Full Sutton, YO41 1PS
• Contact: Stephanie Potter, stephanie.potter10@nhs.net, 01482282471

Reference Number
346-FMH-194-24-E

How To Apply
Ready to make your move into one of the most vital supportive work environments in healthcare? Apply now before the listing closes on 1 July 2025. Don’t miss your chance to shape the future of mental health care in prisons.