Health Care Support Worker
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Manchester, M25 3BL
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
1 September 2026
1 days left
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will support a team on a low‑secure mental health ward, helping patients with daily care and encouraging activities. The role works under a nurse’s direction and may include evenings or weekends.
What you'll need
- Have a recognised level 3 competency‑based qualification.
- Be able to complete the Trust’s PMVA training.
- Can write clear entries in patients’ care plans.
- Know the basics of mental health rehabilitation.
- Show empathy and good communication with people in distress.
How to boost your chances
- Get a level 3 health‑care qualification before you apply.
- Finish the PMVA training early to show you’re ready.
- Practice writing short care‑plan notes to improve speed.
- Consider earning the Care Certificate to boost your CV.
- Be prepared to work evenings, weekends or bank holidays.
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Job description
We are looking for support workers to work on the Lowry Unit Low secure hospital. There will be times when staff are required to work across the River...
The post holder will provide support and assistance to other members of the team. The post holder will provide routine care and support to people experiencing mental health problems, under the direction of the registered nurse and under the supervision of an identified member of the multi-disciplinary team.
The post holder will promote therapeutic activity on the ward, under direction of the nursing team and the Occupational Therapist
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holiday
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than122locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised competency based level 3 qualification
Desirable
- Care certificate
Experience
Essential
- Ability to successfully complete the trusts PMVA training
Desirable
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems
- Experience of working with people with emotional distress
- Personal experience of emotional stress or mental health services
Qualifications
Essential
- Must demonstrate the ability to make written entries in care plans
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of Mental Health Rehabilitation.
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
18 August 2026
Last checked
20 August 2026
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