Mental Health Support Worker

Job Summary

Join a caring team supporting Children and Young People in a brand‑new 8‑bed High Intensity Environment/PICU at Alumhurst Road, Bournemouth. The role involves caring for young people aged 13‑18 experiencing complex mental health, delivering emotional support, and facilitating structured activities in a safe environment.

• Provide exceptional care and emotional support to young people aged 13‑18.
• Assist with organised activities and maintain a safe, supportive environment.
• Record patient observations accurately and enter data into the RiO patient records computer system.
• Report complaints from young people, families and carers to trained staff on duty.
• Carry out additional duties as requested by the nurse in charge.

• Previous experience in healthcare or a similar supportive setting (desirable).
• Strong communication skills and compassion.
• Experience working in a busy or high‑paced environment.
• Successful completion of the Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course (required).
• Eligibility for sponsorship within the UK (non‑sponsoring candidates will not be considered).

• Early: 07:00 – 15:00
• Late: 12:00 – 20:00
• Twilight: 16:00 – 00:00
• Nights (enhanced pay): 19:30 – 07:30
• Long days: 07:00 – 20:00

Full‑time (minimum 22.5 hours per week for part‑time). Flexible shifts including weekends and nights with enhanced pay.

Alumhurst Road, Bournemouth, BH4 8EP
. Seastone, Alumhurst Road.

£24,625 to £25,674 per annum (Band
3).

Permanent.

152‑M159.25

Driving is desirable as the role may require transporting young people to homes, placements, activities or medical appointments.

Interview date:
Friday 23 January 2026.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.