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Support Worker - Bank

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited

Waltham Abbey, EssexView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£0 to £30,784

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Part time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

A part‑time, flexible role supporting patients in a mental health hospital, working with a team to help people with complex behaviours.

What you'll need

  • Experience working with people who have mental health needs or challenging behaviour.
  • Good communication and listening skills.
  • Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings or weekends.
  • A relevant health or social care qualification (e.g., Level 2/3) is usually expected.
  • Clear DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.

How to boost your chances

  • Highlight any previous care or support work in your CV.
  • Mention times you helped someone manage difficult behaviour.
  • Be ready to give references who can confirm your reliability.
  • Check the job posting for any specific shift patterns before applying.
  • Consider completing a short mental health first aid course to boost your profile.

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Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Support Worker at a Barchester independent mental health hospital, you'll use your intuition and empathy to help our patients get the most out of life. You'll work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patients with complex and sometimes challenging behaviours. You can expect to make a big difference to the lives of the patients we care for and support, becoming part of their day-to-day lives and ensur…

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

14 October 2026

Last checked

14 October 2026

Salary, closing date and description are taken from the employer's advert. The original advert always takes precedence.

About the employer

BHH
Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited

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