Job Overview
Accordia Care is seeking motivated individuals for the role of Mental Health Support Worker to support service users in their homes in Holbeach near Spalding, Lincolnshire.
This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference while benefiting from career progression, professional training, and job stability.
Accordia Care provides person-centred care for adults with forensic mental health backgrounds, learning disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviour, helping them play meaningful roles within their communities.
- Employer: Accordia Care
- Job Title: Support Worker
- Location: United Kingdom
- Salary: £12.82 – £13.32 per hour
- Job Type: Full-time
Requirements
Male applicants only (Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act)
Experience working with people with mental health conditions, autism, challenging behaviours, and learning disabilities
Comfortable using or being trained in restraint techniques
Able to work confidently alone and as part of a wider team
Strong values and a person-centred approach
Must be flexible to work shifts
Energetic, resilient, and proactive attitude
Willingness to engage in activities such as biking, fishing, and swimming with service users
Enthusiastic and creative in providing person-centred support
Commitment to personal and professional development
Ability to demonstrate empathy and understanding
Passion for supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism
Prepared to work with individuals who may display challenging or risky behaviour
Must live within commutable distance of Spalding
Valid driving licence and own vehicle required (due to limited public transport links)
Desirable:
Experience supporting individuals with epilepsy and administering Buccal Midazolam (training provided)
Background in forensic mental health, supported living, or residential care
NVQ qualification in social care or Care Certificate (training available)
Benefits
Fully paid 2-week induction and clinical training
PMVA training
Fully paid DBS check (followed by annual DBS Update Service subscription)
28 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)
Onsite parking
NVQ enrolment opportunities
Excellent career progression into head of care positions
Opportunity to develop skills in risk management, care planning, and assessments
Weekly engagement with the clinical support team (Positive Behavioural Support)
Healthshield CashPlan, 24/7 GP and Counselling Helpline
Cycle to Work Scheme
EarlyPay/PayWise (withdraw pay as you earn)
Blue Light Card
Extra day off on your birthday
Sponsorship Information
To qualify for Tier 2 Sponsorship at Accordia Care, candidates must already live within the local area of the Accordia Supported Living Service in Holbeach near Spalding, Lincolnshire.
How to Apply
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