Across the UK, mental health services are facing an unprecedented challenge. Demand for care is rising faster than ever, yet the workforce that supports it is stretched to its limits. According to recent NHS workforce reports, there are thousands of unfilled roles in psychology, counselling, and community mental health — and this shortage is affecting patient care and staff wellbeing.

The Story the Numbers Don’t Tell: Why We Need Your Voice in Mental Health Workforce Data

In this guide, we’ll look at five of the most accessible entry-level support roles in the UK mental health sector, what they involve, and how they can help you progress towards a long-term career in this field.

Top 5 Entry-Level Support Work Roles in the UK

This 4-hour live online training session looks at how neurodiversity – in a partner or child – can impact relationships, identifies practical steps that can help, and much more.

Date: Thursday 11 December 2025
Time: 8.45am - 1pm
Accredited CPD: 4 hours
Price: £110 per person

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