Mental Health Support Worker; Female – Occupational

Mental Health Support Worker (Female – Genuine Occupational Requirement)

Location: Birmingham / Redditch
Pay Rate: £13.86 per hour
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Shifts: Day & Night Shifts (8am–8pm / 8pm–8am)

Balfor Health and Social Care is recruiting Mental Health Support Workers to work within female-only mental health services across the Birmingham and Redditch area.

Due to the nature of the service and the personal care and support provided, this role is open to female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 – Genuine Occupational Requirement.

Role Overview

You will provide high-quality, person-centred support to adults with complex needs, including mental health conditions, autism, ADHD, and behaviours that may challenge, within residential and supported living environments.

• Supporting adults with mental health needs and complex behaviours
• Working within residential homes and supported living settings
• Assisting with personal care, daily living activities, and medication
• Promoting independence, dignity, and emotional wellbeing
• Managing challenging behaviour in line with individual care plans
• Maintaining a safe, respectful, and supportive environment

• Minimum 6 months’ experience in Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, or Challenging Behaviour settings
• Experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviours
• Up-to-date training in MAPA, PMVA, MAYBO, or CPI
• Medication trained
• PBS trained
• Flexible availability, including nights and weekends
• Professional, reliable, and compassionate approach

Due to the temporary to permanent nature of this role, visa sponsorship is not available. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.

• Competitive hourly pay with weekly payroll
• Flexible shift patterns
• Varied placements for broad experience
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support

How to Apply

• Apply via this advert
• Or call  for an informal, confidential chat

Balfor Health and Social Care is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds.