Mental Health Support Worker - Part Time, Bolton in Heaton, Bolton inHeaton, Bolton PUBLISHED MON 3 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
£24,570 to £25,662 a year Dependant on Experience
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Job description
Job summary
Mental Health Support Worker, Young PeopleHeaton, Bolton£24570 - £25662 (Dependent on
Experience
)Part Time 20 hours per week
Main duties of the job
Essential requirements of a Healthcare Support WorkerFlexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends and Bank HolidaysMust be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdaysGood written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accuratelyBasic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails)Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to othersAn ability to maintain a professional working boundaryAbility to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situationsDesirable Criteria of a Healthcare Support WorkerFull UK Driving LicenceNVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in CarePrevious
Experience
of working with young people who have mental health need
About us
Company BenefitsMinimum 30 days holidayAn additional day off each year for your birthdayEnhanced company sick payEnhanced company pensionEnhanced maternity/paternity leavePaid time off for fertility treatmentLife Assurance (2 x annual
Salary
)Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts.Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service.Free eye tests and various other benefits.Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care and support with completion of the Care Certificate)Paid Training, Induction and DBS check.We are a Mindful & Disability Confident Employer.We are a supporter of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter.We are a Menopause Friendly Organisation.Long service awards.Social events including a Christmas party.Blue Light Card to access further shopping discountsRefer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)Free onsite parking.
Details
Date posted
November 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£24,570 to £25,662 a year Dependant on
Experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
RES:ASH1209
Job location
sAshurst Residential ServiceHeaton, BoltonBL15HE
Job description
Job responsibilities
At Care in Mind our homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and our staff enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working with our young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks and general life skills. You will also update online care records and complete medication administration. In addition, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home ensuring the young people live in homely environment.At our home in Bolton, you will be working with young people who have a variety of mental health diagnosis including Emotionally unstable personality disorder and complex Trauma, and those who use self-harm as a strategy to cope with their emotions. As such, you will be required to be patient, calm and resilient as the support you will be providing to our young people will include helping them to develop their relationships within the community and managing incidents of self-harm.All young people at the service require support to engage in activities of daily living and improve their independence skills so that they can work towards living in the community once the placement ends. Therefore, you will be supporting this transition through things such as: supporting them to self-administer their own medication, getting back into education, accessing public transport and appointments independently. Our young people are very adventurous and engage in a variety of activities including going to theme parks, horse Riding, attending driving lessons, they also like to camp out so you will be encouraged to bring your hobbies to work and create new ideas of interests so there is lots of fun and new
Experience
s.The home is a 5-bed service and is in Heaton, Bolton. It is also a short drive or bus journey away from the centre of Bolton, so is close enough to numerous local amenities. The house is a picturesque large property, which is well maintained and homely, making it a lovely environment to work in. There is also huge garden attached to the rear of the house, making it a perfect place for growing vegetables and playing outdoor games and all-important outdoor camping trips.Previous care
Experience
is not essentialand full training will be provided. You will receive ongoing support and mentoring from our friendly residential and clinical team.The job is highly rewarding and a great start to developing your career working with young people or enhancing your previous
Experience
of mental health with the opportunity for excellent career development.
Job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
DesirableAny formal
Qualifications
or an NVQ in care?
Experience
EssentialPrevious
Experience
of working with young people who have mental health needsPrevious
Experience
of working in a teamSkills & AbilitesEssentialDo you have good written communication skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information?Do you have IT skills and the ability to write emails and use Microsoft Office?DesirableDo you hold a clean driving license?OtherEssentialDo you have Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others?Has the ability to work shift patterns including bank holidays, weekends and occasional nights where required?
Person Specification
Qualifications
DesirableAny formal
Qualifications
or an NVQ in care?
Experience
EssentialPrevious
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer
Details
Mental Health Support Worker, Young PeopleHeaton, Bolton£24570 - £25662 (Dependent on
Experience
)Part Time 20 hours per week
Main duties of the job
Essential requirements of a Healthcare Support WorkerFlexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends and Bank HolidaysMust be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdaysGood written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accuratelyBasic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails)Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to othersAn ability to maintain a professional working boundaryAbility to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situationsDesirable Criteria of a Healthcare Support WorkerFull UK Driving LicenceNVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in CarePrevious
Experience
of working with young people who have mental health need
About us
Company BenefitsMinimum 30 days holidayAn additional day off each year for your birthdayEnhanced company sick payEnhanced company pensionEnhanced maternity/paternity leavePaid time off for fertility treatmentLife Assurance (2 x annual
Salary
)Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts.Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service.Free eye tests and various other benefits.Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care and support with completion of the Care Certificate)Paid Training, Induction and DBS check.We are a Mindful & Disability Confident Employer.We are a supporter of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter.We are a Menopause Friendly Organisation.Long service awards.Social events including a Christmas party.Blue Light Card to access further shopping discountsRefer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)Free onsite parking.
Details
Date posted
November 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£24,570 to £25,662 a year Dependant on
Experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
RES:ASH1209
Job location
sAshurst Residential ServiceHeaton, BoltonBL15HE
Job description
Job responsibilities
At Care in Mind our homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and our staff enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working with our young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks and general life skills. You will also update online care records and complete medication administration. In addition, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home ensuring the young people live in homely environment.At our home in Bolton, you will be working with young people who have a variety of mental health diagnosis including Emotionally unstable personality disorder and complex Trauma, and those who use self-harm as a strategy to cope with their emotions. As such, you will be required to be patient, calm and resilient as the support you will be providing to our young people will include helping them to develop their relationships within the community and managing incidents of self-harm.All young people at the service require support to engage in activities of daily living and improve their independence skills so that they can work towards living in the community once the placement ends. Therefore, you will be supporting this transition through things such as: supporting them to self-administer their own medication, getting back into education, accessing public transport and appointments independently. Our young people are very adventurous and engage in a variety of activities including going to theme parks, horse Riding, attending driving lessons, they also like to camp out so you will be encouraged to bring your hobbies to work and create new ideas of interests so there is lots of fun and new
Experience
s.The home is a 5-bed service and is in Heaton, Bolton. It is also a short drive or bus journey away from the centre of Bolton, so is close enough to numerous local amenities. The house is a picturesque large property, which is well maintained and homely, making it a lovely environment to work in. There is also huge garden attached to the rear of the house, making it a perfect place for growing vegetables and playing outdoor games and all-important outdoor camping trips.Previous care
Experience
is not essentialand full training will be provided. You will receive ongoing support and mentoring from our friendly residential and clinical team.The job is highly rewarding and a great start to developing your career working with young people or enhancing your previous
Experience
of mental health with the opportunity for excellent career development.
Job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
DesirableAny formal
Qualifications
or an NVQ in care?
Experience
EssentialPrevious
Experience
of working with young people who have mental health needsPrevious
Experience
of working in a teamSkills & AbilitesEssentialDo you have good written communication skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information?Do you have IT skills and the ability to write emails and use Microsoft Office?DesirableDo you hold a clean driving license?OtherEssentialDo you have Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others?Has the ability to work shift patterns including bank holidays, weekends and occasional nights where required?
Person Specification
Qualifications
DesirableAny formal
Qualifications
or an NVQ in care?
Experience
EssentialPrevious
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer
Details
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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.
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