Agency Support Worker – Mental Health (Kewstoke, BS22)

Job description

We are recruiting experienced Agency Support Workers to work within a specialist mental health service based in Kewstoke, Weston-super-Mare.

This role involves supporting adults in a structured therapeutic environment. The successful candidate must be confident working in settings where individuals may present behaviours that challenge and must be able to remain calm, professional, and resilient at all times.

Key Responsibilities

Support service users with personal care and daily living activities

Promote dignity, independence and recovery-focused care

Follow care plans and risk assessments

Use PMVA techniques where required

Observe, record and report behavioural or physical changes

Maintain accurate documentation

Work collaboratively with nursing and clinical teams

Adhere to safeguarding and health & safety policies

Essential Criteria (Must Have)

Up-to-date Mandatory Training

Valid PMVA certificate

Oliver McGowan Tier 1 & Tier 2

Immunisations: Varicella, MMR, TB & Hep B

Minimum 6 months UK healthcare or hospital experience

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Flexible availability (days, nights, weekends)

Compliance Requirements

Right to Work in the UK

Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)

Satisfactory employment references

Why Join Us?

Flexible agency shifts

Weekly pay

Ongoing work opportunities

Supportive compliance team

Fast-track onboarding for compliant candidates

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Extra information

Status
Open
Education Level
Secondary School
Location
Kewstoke
Type of Contract
Full-time jobs
Published at
26-05-2026
Profession type
Counselling and Social Services
Full UK/EU driving license preferred
No
Car Preferred
No
Must be eligible to work in the EU
No
Cover Letter Required
No
Languages
English

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