Healthcare Support Worker - CAMHS MSU | Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust in Prestwich inPrestwich PUBLISHED THU 6 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
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Healthcare Support Worker - CAMHS MSU | Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Job details Posting date: 06 November 2025 Salary: Not specified Additional salary information: £24,937 - £26,598 per annum pro rata Hours: Full time Closing date: 06 December 2025 Location: Prestwich, M25 3BL Company: Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Job type: Permanent Job reference: 7531125/437-7531125 Apply for this job Summary ***Do you have a passion within CAMHS Services? **** We are advertising for a Senior Support Worker to work on our medium secure male unit. The successful post holder will work predominately on Gardener Unit but there may times when they may need to support other wards within inpatient CAMHS. We are passionate about our staff and the care which we provide to our young people. Development and training opportunities are available within our service including IAPT Training and Care Certificate Training. Our Support Workers are active members of the ward team who deliver effective care and treatment to service users whilst playing an integral role within the multi-disciplinary team and are key players in service development for the specific client group and participate in specialist training and research opportunities. We require dynamic individuals with a genuine interest and positive attitude who wish to pursue a challenging career in CAMHS nursing. We offer excellent opportunities for personal and professional development via, appraisal personal development plans and training. Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7,000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations. We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond. We are aspiring to ensure our workforce is representative of the diverse communities that we serve, and we are strongly committed to removing barriers to employment for candidates from under-represented groups, for example BAME, Disabled and LGBT+ communities. See attached detailed job description and person specification: Staff benefits Pay Enhancements – 36% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 72% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts This advert closes on Thursday 20 Nov 2025
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To work as a Healthcare Support Worker in the UK, you typically need a combination of skills and qualities. Here’s a list of essential skills and competencies:
1. Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families, and healthcare professionals is crucial. This includes listening skills and the ability to convey information clearly.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Healthcare support workers must be able to show kindness and understanding towards patients, many of whom may be vulnerable or in distress.
3. Teamwork: Working well with others is essential in a healthcare setting. Support workers often collaborate with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.
4. Attention to Detail: Being able to notice changes in a patient’s condition and being meticulous about following care plans and procedures is vital.
5. Organizational Skills: The ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a busy healthcare environment is important.
6. Basic Medical Knowledge: Familiarity with basic medical terminology and an understanding of healthcare practices can be beneficial.
7. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role can be physically demanding, requiring the ability to lift and move patients or equipment.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to think on your feet and adapt to changing situations is useful in healthcare settings.
9. Respect for Diversity: Understanding and respecting different backgrounds, cultures, and needs of patients is essential for providing inclusive care.
10. Technical Skills: Basic computer skills may be needed for maintaining patient records and using healthcare software.
11. Confidentiality and Professionalism: Adhering to ethical standards and maintaining patient confidentiality is critical in healthcare.
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