Mental Health Support Worker - Huddersfield, Driving Licence in Fixby inFixby PUBLISHED WED 12 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section

£24,570 to £25,662 a year Dependent on Experience (pro rata for part time) PERMANENT

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Support young people aged 16–30 at Woodside Residential Service in Fixby, Huddersfield, as a Mental Health Support Worker. This role requires a full UK manual driving licence and willingness to drive the service car. You’ll work shifts (full‑time 37.5 hrs or part‑time 25 hrs available) supporting young people with mental health needs — promoting independence through education, daily living skills, medication administration, record keeping and supporting transitions into the community. Pay is £24,570–£25,662 (pro rata for part time) and previous care experience isn’t essential; full paid training, induction and ongoing mentoring are provided.

Care In Mind offers a genuinely supportive culture that values staff wellbeing — a Menopause Friendly and Disability Confident employer with at least 30 days’ holiday plus your birthday off, enhanced sick pay, pension, maternity/paternity benefits, healthcare cashplan and an Employee Assistance Programme. You’ll benefit from funded qualifications (Level 3), free DBS, free onsite parking and a sociable, scenic five‑bed home where young people enjoy activities from local walks to outdoor adventures. If this hands‑on, purposeful role suits you, click the “Apply Now” button shown alongside this advert to submit your interest via jobsincare.com.

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To work as a Mental Health Support Worker in the UK, you’ll need a combination of personal qualities, skills, and sometimes formal qualifications. Here’s a comprehensive list of the key skills and attributes required:

Essential Skills and Qualities

1. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to understand and be sensitive to the feelings and experiences of others is crucial.

2. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are important for interacting with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.

3. Active Listening: Being able to listen attentively and understand what clients are expressing is vital in providing support.

4. Interpersonal Skills: Building trusting relationships with clients and their families is essential for effective support.

5. Patience: Working in mental health can be challenging. Patience is needed to help clients at their own pace.

6. Resilience: The ability to cope with challenging situations and emotional strain is important in this role.

7. Problem-Solving Skills: The capacity to think critically and address issues as they arise is essential for supporting clients effectively.

8. Non-Judgmental Attitude: Maintaining an open and accepting mindset towards individuals regardless of their backgrounds or experiences is crucial.

9. Teamwork: Working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals is often necessary to provide comprehensive care.

10. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting cultural differences can help provide more effective and personalized care.

Additional Skills

1. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with computers and electronic health records may be required for documentation and reporting.

2. Crisis Management: Skills in managing emergencies or crises are important in situations where clients may be at risk.

3. Knowledge of Mental Health Disorders: Understanding various mental health conditions and treatments can improve the support provided to clients.

4. Organizational Skills: The ability to manage time and keep records of interventions, appointments, and client progress is crucial.

Qualifications

While formal qualifications are not always required to become a Mental Health Support Worker, having a relevant qualification can be beneficial, such as:

- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

- Diploma in Mental Health Support Work

- Experience in a related field, such as social care, nursing, or psychology, may also be valuable.

Training and Certification

Many employers provide training programs for new staff, covering essential areas such as:

- Mental health awareness

- Safeguarding

- First aid and basic life support

- Health and safety procedures

Experience

Having previous experience in a care setting, even in a voluntary capacity, can be advantageous and is often looked upon favorably by employers.