Mental Health Support Worker

Job description

Job Introduction
Pendlebury House is part of Turning Point, a leading health and social care organisation and registered charity. Located in a community setting in Swinton, Manchester, Pendlebury House is an independent hospital providing rehabilitation, treatment and care for up to 10 patients, including those detained under the Mental Health Act (MHA), who experience severe and enduring mental health needs.

We deliver care that is person‐centred, recovery‐focused and least restrictive, ensuring service users are actively involved in decisions about their care. Our approach promotes dignity, respect, choice and positive risk‐taking, supporting individuals to build on their strengths, develop independence and move towards meaningful lives in the community.

Role Responsibility
As a Support Worker, you will play a central role in delivering safe, compassionate and effective care, aligned with CQC expectations and recovery principles. Key responsibilities include:

Building respectful, therapeutic relationships that promote trust, dignity and emotional safety

Working in partnership with service users, using co‐production to support personalised recovery goals

Supporting individuals to have choice, control and involvement in their care and daily routines

Delivering care that is least restrictive, recovery‐focused and proportionate, in line with positive risk‐taking principles

Recognising early indicators of deterioration and responding promptly to maintain safety and wellbeing

Supporting the development of coping strategies, resilience and self‐management skills

Promoting independence through support with daily living skills, preparing individuals for community living

Encouraging engagement in meaningful, purposeful activities that support social inclusion and hope

Working collaboratively with nurses, occupational therapists, assistant psychologists and project workers to provide consistent, joined‐up care

Delivering care...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

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