Senior Support Worker (Mental Health Residential)

Location: Guildford

Salary: £15.79 plus £72.50 per sleep

Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent(initial via agency but then move into permanent contract)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Early & Late shifts with 1 sleep per week, some weekend work required on a rota basis

P4 Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to join a residential service supporting individuals with mental health needs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by helping service users live their best lives, promoting independence, wellbeing, and social inclusion.

About the Role

As a Senior Support Worker, you will:

• Provide hands-on support to service users, helping them set and achieve personal goals.
• Line manage Support Workers and/or volunteers, including carrying out supervisions.
• Deputise for the Service Manager or Team Leader when required.
• Carry out risk assessments and ensure Health & Safety compliance.
• Assist with medication management, personal care, and daily living tasks.
• Maintain accurate records and reports using computer-based systems.
• Work collaboratively with external professionals and attend placement reviews.

What We're Looking For

• At least 2 years' experience in mental health or similar frontline support roles.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards it).
• Strong communication skills and ability to maintain professional boundaries.
• Resilience and empathy when supporting individuals with complex needs.
• Basic IT skills (email, word processing).
• Ability to work flexibly, including lone working and occasional domestic tasks.

Desirable: Supervisory experience.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to make a positive impact in people's lives.
• Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development.
• Permanent contract with competitive pay and benefits.