Support Worker, Mental Health

Mental Health Support Worker – Northern Healthcare (Glen Garth Service, Barrow‑In‑Furness)

Make Every Day Count – Be a Mental Health Support Hero at Northern Healthcare!

Good News! We’re paying more than ever. With the National Minimum Wage recently raised to £12.21, we’ve increased our starting wage to £13.00 per hour at our Glen Garth Service. You will also receive enhanced overtime rates of £15.00 per hour
. Join a great team with excellent benefits and rewarding pay.

• Provide cooking and meal preparation support
• Assist with medication and appointment management
• Help with budgeting and household management
• Explore the local community and encourage new hobbies and skills
• Offer emotional support during tough times

We start you off with a structured induction and buddy programme, virtual learning platforms, and full training in Care Certificate, First Aid, Behaviour Support, NVQs in Health & Social Care (Levels 2–5), and Leadership & Business qualifications.

Choose a path that fits you:
Team Leader, Deputy or Service Manager, Support Worker Champion, or continue excelling in your current role.

• Free car parking (most sites)
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Blue Light Card & Insurance – shop & save!
• Refer‑a‑friend scheme – earn up to £400 in vouchers
• Employee Assistance Programme – mental health, physio & more
• Career progression & training support
• Monthly & annual staff recognition awards

• Warm, people‑first attitude
• Ideally some experience in care or a Level 2/3 Health & Social Care qualification, or experience caring for a loved one or individual with complex needs
• Two references covering the past 3 years (including previous roles supporting vulnerable adults)
• Enhanced DBS check (cost covered by us)

Take your next step with Northern Healthcare. Together we’ll make every day count.