Suffolk Mind - Woodbridge and Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 9JB £25,000 per annum 37 hours per week on a rota basis (22 hours Felixstowe 15 hours Woodbridge) Permanent Reference: 0890 Your role 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. 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. For more information Please read the Job Description (pdf). For any queries on the role please email recruitmentsuffolkmind.org.uk To find out more, please read our Recruitment Policy (pdf) and visit our website (www.suffolkmind.org.uk). How to apply Please submit your completed Suffolk Mind Application Form (doc) by email to hrteamsuffolkmind.org.uk Closing date: 11.30 pm, 17 November 2024. Interview date: 20 November 2024. Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship on this role.