Locum Mental Health Support Worker - Full Time - Taunton
Staff Partners are currently seeking a compassionate and reliable Mental Health Support Worker to support a large private hospital that specialises in recovery and rehabilitation. The hospital consists of medium secure, low secure and rehabilitation wards, as well as a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).
This locum role offers flexible shifts and competitive PAYE rates, making it ideal for experienced support workers looking to supplement their current work or secure consistent agency shifts.
Role OverviewAs a Mental Health Support Worker, you will provide essential, person-centred care to patients with mental health conditions, assisting with emotional support and therapeutic activities. You will monitor patient health, maintain safety through risk assessments, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement care plans.
Key Duties:- Provide person-centred support to residents
- Assist with daily routines and activities
- Support residents with mental health recovery and wellbeing
- Observe and report changes in behaviour or mood
- Work closely with the wider care and clinical team
- Previous mental health support experience
- A caring, empathetic and professional attitude
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Good communication and documentation skills
- PMVA training and certificate
- £14.24 £16.00 per hour (PAYE)
- Flexible locum shifts
- Weekly pay
- As many shifts as you would like
- Be the first to hear about shifts we are preferred suppliers to many hospitals and sites
- Block bookings available
- A free fast-track and very easy registration process
- Your own specialist consultant
- Training and support
- Excellent referral bonus
Salary: £14.24 - £16/hour
Job Type: Contract, Temporary
Location: Taunton, Somerset