We our passionate about providing the best care and support possible, please join us and help make a difference to the lives of others. Suffolk Mind is a registered charity promoting mental health and well-being services throughout Suffolk and we want to make Suffolk the best place in the world for talking about and taking care of mental health. We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to work full time in both our supported housing service in Woodbridge and in the community in Felixstowe. We provide housing and recovery support to individuals who have experienced mental health issues and may have spent time in hospital. We are looking for a practical and positive individual who can support tenants in various social activities which include communal meals, gardening, walks and games. Full time - 37 hours per week (on a rota basis) 22 hours Felixstowe and 15 hours Woodbridge £25,000.00 per annum Key requirements for this role: You will be required to work to a rota system Relevant practical skills and willingness to support individuals in practical everyday tasks Certificate in Mental Health or Health and Social Care NVQ Level 3 in relevant area or a commitment to achieve this Relevant experience of working with people who have long term mental health needs or associated field Ability to work shifts and flexible hours if applicable to service demands Why work for us? 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) rising to 30 days with length of service) option to buy and sell annual leave health and dental care insurance plan occupational sick pay scheme pension scheme Bluelight card discount scheme Plus internal wellbeing courses, opportunities for training, excellent support and job satisfaction. Support Worker JD Oct 2024.pdf To apply: Please visit the vacancies page on our website to complete an application form Closing date: Tuesday 12th November 2024 Interview date: Wednesday 20th November 2024 (in Felixstowe) Please note if you are shortlisted for interview, we will require a completed Suffolk Mind application form. Please direct any queries to [email protected] Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship on this role Equality and Diversity Survey: https://suffolkmind.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_esLB3AJAr8JpBfE Suffolk Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people, and adults at risk who have contact with our services and personnel. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background and DBS checks will be required for relevant posts. as part of our Safer Recruitment procedures.