Mental Health Support Worker, Aylesbury

Job description

Make a Real Difference Every Day
Mental Health Support Worker
?? Harwood House, Aylesbury
?? £27,051.44 - £28,900 per year (depending on experience)
?? Full Time - 37 hours per week, Monday – Sunday, shifts include days, evenings, nights and weekends.
At Response, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a happy, healthy and fulfilling life.
We're looking for compassionate, motivated people who want to support others, champion independence, and build a rewarding career in mental health.
Whether you're starting out in care, considering a career change, or already have experience supporting people, we'll give you the training, skills and support you need to make a genuine difference.
Why This Role Matters
As a Mental Health Support Worker, you'll help people living with serious mental health challenges build confidence, develop life skills, and move towards greater independence.
No two days are the same. One day you could be supporting someone to attend an appointment, learn budgeting skills, or take part in activities they enjoy. Another day you could be helping someone achieve an important personal goal they've been working towards.
The relationships you build and the support you provide can have a lasting impact on someone's recovery journey.
What You'll Be Doing
You'll:
? Support residents with daily living skills, wellbeing and independence
? Build positive, trusting relationships
? Encourage people to achieve personal goals, access education, employment and community opportunities
? Work alongside healthcare professionals, families and support networks
? Promote mental and physical wellbeing
? Help create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment
? Learn and apply therapeutic approaches including Talk Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Informed Care
What's In It For You?
We're invested in your career and wellbeing.
?? 37 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
?? Fully funded training and professional development
?? Professional qualification sponsorship
?? Blue Light Card discounts
?? Free counselling and wellbeing support
?? Cycle to Work Scheme
?? Enhanced family-friendly leave
?? £500 Refer-a-Friend bonus
?? Health cash plan
?? NHS-approved wellbeing app
?? Free DBS and flu jab
We'd Love to Hear From You If You Are...
? Passionate about supporting people
? Interested in mental health and wellbeing
? Empathetic, positive and non-judgemental
? A strong communicator and team player
? Committed to making a difference in your community
You don't need to have worked in mental health before. If you share our val...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Aylesbury

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