Support Worker – Young People Mental Health Service

About the role

We are seeking a kind, compassionate and resilient Support Worker to join our Young People Mental Health Service in Ealing. No personal care experience is required – the right values are essential. The role is full‑time, 40 hours per week, with a salary of £30,784 per annum.

Key responsibilities

• Build supportive, trusting relationships with young people and create a positive, welcoming atmosphere.
• Work proactively with the team to manage the service caseload and complete administrative tasks.
• Conduct keywork sessions using creative approaches to help young people achieve their Support Plan goals.
• Collaborate with young people to assess and manage risks, encouraging positive risk‑taking and shared decision‑making.
• Support young people transitioning from hospital or Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services to adult services.

Required profile

• Ability to advocate for young people in professional and community settings.
• Commitment to collaborative working to ensure services meet young people's needs.
• Understanding of how trauma and adversity affect mental health.
• Compassionate, resilient and values‑driven attitude.

Required skills

What we offer

• Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service.
• Free DBS check.
• Generous pension contribution up to 8 % of salary.
• Life assurance cover up to 3 × pensionable salary (terms apply).
• Supportive newly refurbished six‑bedroom home environment for up to six young people.