Candidates will benefit from a structured induction program, monthly pay with enhancements for night and weekend shifts, and opportunities for career development. Job requirements include completing a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course, passing an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and good teamwork skills. Interviews will be conducted in person at Alderney Hospital, and potential applicants are encouraged to engage in informal discussions and visits beforehand.
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Support Workers to join our supportive team at St Brelades, Alderney Hospital, Poole.
St Brelades is a Male Dementia ward which caters up to 17 mental health patients. You will provide assessment and treatment for older individuals with Dementia and Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia.
You will be motivated to make a real difference in the lives of people living with dementia, where passion, empathy, strong communication and excellent teamwork are essential personal qualities for this role. Whilst experience is desirable, it is not essential as full induction training will be provided with ongoing support from our experienced team.Further opportunities for career development are also available.
This post is a full-time role. We would be flexible and consider part time applications (minimum of 22.5 hours)
Shift patterns:
Early - 7:00 - 15:00
Late - 13:00 - 21:00
Nights - 20.30 - 07.30 (enhanced pay)
Interviews will be held face to face at Alderney Hospital.
We welcome informal discussions and visits, please contact Julia Pettifer, Ward Manager at or on .
You will receive a comprehensive and structured induction programme upon commencing employment.
In return we can also offer you monthly pay plus enhancements for night, weekend and bank holiday working with regular management, clinical supervision and meaningful appraisals
You will be required to undertake a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course and it is a condition of your employment that you successfully complete all aspects of this course; if this is not achieved you will not be able to commence working in the post. This is a Monday to Friday course 8:00 - 16:00.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.
Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
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