Support Worker, Mental Health

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £12.72 per hour (sleep-in £12.21 for 12 hours)

Hours:

37.5 hours per week (with a sleep-in, it is 47.5 hours)

Location:

Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom

Important Information:
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

We’re looking for a compassionate and reliable Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you’ll support individuals to build independence, improve wellbeing, and feel confident within their community.

About the role

As a Support Worker, you will manage a caseload of individuals, developing and reviewing personalised support plans that reflect individual goals and strengths. You will work collaboratively with service users, families, and external professionals to ensure risks are assessed, outcomes are monitored, and support remains effective and responsive. The role requires a flexible, creative approach to engagement, crisis prevention, and recovery-focused practice.

Key Responsibilities

You will support a small group of individuals in the community and/or supported living settings, helping them to:

* Achieve personal goals and increase independence

* Develop daily living skills

* Access education, employment, and local services

* Manage finances and personal budgets where appropriate

* Stay safe through proactive risk management

* Navigate challenging situations with calm and positive support

You’ll work closely with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to ensure support remains person-centred, consistent, and meaningful.

This role requires flexibility, creativity, and a positive, recovery-focused approach.

About You

* Minimum 12 months’ experience supporting individuals with mental health needs

* Experience working in residential or supported living settings

* Confident working independently in the community and supporting individuals with complex needs

* Strong communication and relationship-building skills

* NVQ in Health and Social Care is desirable but not essential

* Good IT skills with the ability to maintain accurate and detailed records

* Full UK driving licence is desirable; access to a moped or other reliable form of short-distance transport would also be considered

Benefits

* 25 days of paid annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays

* Additional paid day off on your birthday

* Competitive salary with enhanced overtime rates

* Work-based pension scheme with employer contributions

* Comprehensive induction and ongoing role support

* Training, CPD and clear opportunities for career progression

* Employee Assistance Programme for well-being support

* Supportive, inclusive working environment with staff recognition

Apply Now
If you are passionate about supporting individuals with learning difficulties to live meaningful and independent lives, we would love to hear from you.

At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core values, Integrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovation, guide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel.

As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments.

We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong.

Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes.

The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required.

Please note:

We are unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application